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AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

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A living room with a sofa, a patterned armchair, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table. - AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines (Johnston)
A reception area with a receptionist, a clock, a desk, a mirror, and a welcome mat. - AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines (Johnston)
A breakfast area with a chalkboard sign, coffee machines, and a fruit bowl. - AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines (Johnston)
An indoor swimming pool with blue lounge chairs, a red brick border, and a ceiling with recessed lighting. - AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines (Johnston)
An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and benches, large windows, and a building with a brick facade in the background. - AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines (Johnston)
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and laundry facilities at AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines. In addition to a gym and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a refrigerator, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(62 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, desk, chair, television, and a dresser.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a microwave, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Johnston is home to AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines. Jordan Creek Town Center is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Casey's Center or Iowa Events Center. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Johnston travel guide
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5050 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA, 50131

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall
    4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters
    5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Des Moines MEPS
    7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Living History Farms
    7 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Drake University
    8 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    3 min drive
  • 7 Brew Coffee
    2 min drive
  • McDonald's
    10 min walk
  • Casey's General Store
    2 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 488 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • In-room dining only
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining)
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines located?

Situated in Johnston, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Merle Hay Mall, Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters, and IHS-Iowa Health Systems. Iowa Gold Star Military Museum is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 469 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1005 reviews

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8/10 Good

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Hotel was clean and staff was nice and attentive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was excellent. Good parking. Staff was very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was absolutely amazing and breakfast was great. Bathroom did have some good mold on the ceiling but besides that everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hotel is strangely tucked in between car dealerships. It was conveniently located right off the interstate. It is an older hotel that needs some renovation. The room was clean, spacious enough and was sufficient for one night stay. Breakfast was available but just okay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed at this location many times, always clean, quiet, great location and great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room is very clean, and bed is comfortable. Breakfast is very nice! We had a nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Always had a good stay here as it's convenient to visiting family. Staff is great too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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felt very safe and the room was comfortable and clean. would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Staff was lovely. Room was clean. No elevator to the second floor. That's a dealbreaker for me. Also, what good is it to have luggage carts but a step up to the door prevents using them from the car to the rooms! No handicapped access.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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4/10 Poor

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The staff was very helpful and pleasant. The room smelled like cigarette smoke and eventually cleared up. Disappointed in both rooms we stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Hotel may have seen better days but room was quiet and clean, and hotel was packed. Breakfast was on the sparse side but we got there towards the end and they do have a waffle maker. Wifi wasn't great but they have plenty of outlets -- just make sure you have a plug-in adapter.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Continental Breakfast was excellent and offered a lot of options. Bed was comfortable and the room was clean. Staff was very nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent breakfast and good coffee. Nice clean room, very quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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It was okay, air conditioning kind of sucked, coffee was horrible: not a lot of staff around, but the staff I did run into were quite nice. Shower head leaked pretty bad and ran out of toilet paper. I probably wouldn’t stay there again, but it did the trick.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was friendly and helpful room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing staff, amenities, the room was clean very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, inexpensive, nothing fancy. Easy check in and had no issues whatsoever. Recommended for no frills clean room and inexpensive.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was wonderful clean and comfortable. Desk was wonderful, friendly and helpful, pool is great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly staff, quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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close to i80, nice pool, decent breakfast, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

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The place is clean and updated. I felt safe staying with my teen for 2 nights. Breakfast options were as expected. It’s tucked behind 2 car dealerships. Terre Park was close which was a great place to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were clean; staff was helpful; and location was convenient.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

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Had a clean room, staff was friendly, pool was nice, unfortunate the dont have a hot tub anymore. Breakfast was good and having bottle water available for guest was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The place was nothing fancy but the beds were comfy and the pool was warm. Staff was kind.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025