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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.0 star property

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Relax in comfort with a large bed, two nightstands, and a sleek headboard.
Relax in a spacious room with a high ceiling, featuring a central dining area and comfortable seating.
Relax by the pool surrounded by comfortable seating and ample natural light.
Conference room with a large table and comfortable seating area.
Modern kitchen with a minimalist design, featuring a refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher, as well as a dining area with two chairs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
6215 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA, 50131
  • Merle Hay Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Drake University
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Casey's Center
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Two large beds with white linens and a flat-screen TV offer a comfortable stay.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite (Two Queen Bed Extended Stay)

Relax in comfort with a large bed, two nightstands, and a sleek headboard.

Suite (Two Queen Bed Extended Stay)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and flat-screen TV, offering a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Extended Stay)

Relax in comfort with a large bed, two nightstands, and a sleek headboard.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Extended Stay)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Studio, 1 King Bed (with Chair)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and desk area.

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed (with Chair)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Two large beds with white linens, a desk, and a TV are featured in this inviting room.

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom)

Relax in a cozy seating area with a sofa, chair, and bench, perfect for unwinding with a flat-screen TV and a view of the outdoors.

Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Two large beds with white linens and a flat-screen TV offer a comfortable stay.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Housekeeping is available on request.
GrandStay Hotel & Suites offers 76 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided on request.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.
During your stay at GrandStay Hotel & Suites, you'll be within walking distance of Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters. Enjoy features like free breakfast and free self parking, plus an indoor pool.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free self parking
  • WiFi and wired Internet in some public areas for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • 10 minutes by car from Drake University and 13 minutes from Casey's Center
  • Pets welcome for a fee
GrandStay Hotel & Suites offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi and wired Internet are available in public spaces for a fee. Free breakfast is available daily. Self parking is free.
Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Languages

English

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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

GrandStay Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 268 out of 330 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 330 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 330 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 330 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 330 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil, FARGO

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only improvement would be to have plain blankets available for those unable to tolerate the heat of a down comforter
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana, Ankeny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice newer property. Very clean. Room was spacious & comfortable. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Brand new hotel in the new city hall complex. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Aviraj

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New and clean property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet safe area. Rooms were quiet an very clean. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and love the wood floors instead of carpet. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
New and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

It’s so clean!!! Love the vinyl plank floors versus carpet!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The motel was very quiet and clean! Decent breakfast. When coming to Des Moines this will be our place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel inside and out is very clean. Rooms are very spacious. Beds and pillows are perfect. Breakfast is good. Not very many options but as long as there is good coffee its good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean. The continental breakfast, wasn't as expected. Cold food, eggs, and bacon four things of coffee allwere empty, and coffee was very, verry strong, the mild was as strong is the dold. We did not drink the coffee. Big disappointment!!! Ended up eating the cereal.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tehya

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigita

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My best friend and I stayed at this hotel for the weekend of 4/11/25 for one of my friends wedding. When I walked in, the true atmosphere of the hotel was absolutely great! the staff was absolute fantastic! I also want to thank the staff for being so nice, helpful and cordial. Especially staff member Westyn at the front desk. During our stay, the first night we experience concerning disturbances including someone forcefully knocking and pounding on the walls as well as repeated instances of the same room pounding on the floor and quickly leaving which was occurring for over 10 minutes late night. So, I reached out to the front desk twice about it when a member of the front desk showed up to handle this situation from there. Westyn handled the situation with impressive professionalism and efficiency. He absolutely deserves high praise and I genuinely appreciate the way he took care of everything. Overall, I definitely enjoyed my stay at GrandStay Suites! the staff, cleanliness and the breakfast was absolutely awesome!! The room was very clean, bed was really comfortable, I would recommend this hotel and would stay here again. Thank you for such a great experience!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very clean and loved having no carpets in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

TAMI, IOWA CITY

Friendly and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful new hotel

This is a beautiful new hotel just opened in September 2024. The rooms are large tastefully decorated and comfortable. The pool area is beautiful with a large indoor pool and large hot tub. The breakfast area is large with lots of tables. The breakfast was good but more protein options are a must. The only protein option is a hard boiled egg. The coffee was great. Thanks for the great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

niki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is new and clean and just really nice and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025