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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.0 star property

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1 bedroom, free WiFi
Reception
Lobby
Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom) | Private kitchenette
Indoor pool
GrandStay Hotel & Suites offers the perfect balance of comfort and convenience. Guests start their day with a continental breakfast, connect easily with in-room WiFi, and maintain their wellness routines at the indoor pool and 24-hour fitness center.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Extended Stay)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Studio, 1 King Bed (with Chair) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed (with Chair)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Suite (Two Queen Bed Extended Stay)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
6215 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA, 50131

What's nearby

  • Des Moines MEPS - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Merle Hay Mall - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Drake University - 12 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 16 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Casey's Center - 16 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Backpocket Pin & Pixel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive

About this property

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Property highlights
At GrandStay Hotel & Suites, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a 24-hour gym, and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 76 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:
  • Bar/lounge
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 26.75 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 26.75 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

GrandStay Hotel & Suites Hotel
GrandStay Hotel & Suites Johnston
GrandStay Hotel & Suites Hotel Johnston

Frequently asked questions

Does GrandStay Hotel & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is GrandStay Hotel & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay and a fee of USD 26.75 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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GrandStay Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 343 out of 445 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 445 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 445 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 445 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 445 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shengyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
quiet hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, safe, and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel felt like new. Very convenient off the interstate and lots of parking. Room was nice and big with a comfy bed. I appreciated how quiet it was and the breakfast available in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Konnor

Liked: Amenities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, staff was super nice. Easy access to interstate and lots of food/grocery store options close. The only downside was the hot tub and pool were closed the whole weekend. Would definitely stay here again when in the Des Moines area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
stayed here for hinterland. close to my shuttle location, staff was kind, room was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Augusta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will love to stay at this property again and again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff. I would like to have seen a variety of daily breakfast items, particularly more protein selections. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff, great location nice and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nimray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We\nEnjoy this new clean property. Checked in very late, but a young lady on duty was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SARA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is lovely. It has a great hot breakfast included. The indoor pool is huge, and a hot tub too. The service was great! I will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a wonderful stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This facility Looks brand new, very clean and new
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room. super sweet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New hotel, so everything is in good repair. Loved hardwood floors in room. Pool was perfect temp and clean. Breakfast was okay. No eggs or meats. Staff was friendly. Only complaint was there was hair ftom previous occupant on the floor in the room. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought the property was excellent clean nice the breakfast was totally doable. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Comfy room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent brand new hotel. We had a great stay. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, like always!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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