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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.0 star property

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1 bedroom, free WiFi
Reception
Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom) | Private kitchenette
Lobby
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Studio, 1 King Bed (with Chair)

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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom)

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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
6215 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA, 50131

What's nearby

  • Des Moines MEPS - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Merle Hay Mall - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Drake University - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 16 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Casey's Center - 16 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Backpocket Pin & Pixel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 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 include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.

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 are 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

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 any lifts
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 to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

As of 20 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GrandStay Hotel & Suites on 1 Sept 2025 start from AU$162.41, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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GrandStay Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 290 out of 367 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 367 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 367 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 367 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 367 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

Dawn

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

10/10 Excellent

Konnor

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

Melissa

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

10/10 Excellent

Jenene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was awesome and the whole building was beautifully done and clean. I had never stayed here before but it is a new favorite for me now!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
we came in late and left early however everything we experienced was great, we would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

charlotte

Liked: Amenities
Very clean and employees are so friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property and room were clean and in good condition. Hotel looked remodeled and very nice. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

LAWRENCE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A GREAT STAY IN JACKSON IOWA, NEXT TO THE CITY HALL CONCERT. VERY FRIENDLY STAFF MADE THE STAY VERY ENJOYABLE. THANKS!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel with amazing staff! Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eboniqka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms and lobby very clean and spacious. Front desk very nice. Pool/spa area was nice and clean, ran out of towels but not the fault of staff pool was very very busy and hotel was fully booked.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dixie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pool open until midnight
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed on the top floor, it was quiet and we had a nice view of the splash area near the hotel. Our room was clean, as was every other area we went to which included the pool and breakfast area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, made sure everything was perfect for us. Good breakfast, very clean and modern setting.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were very impressed with our stay here. We were in town two nights for the ARCA race over in Newton at the Speedway. The property was clean,
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ronney

Liked: Amenities
Good stay only complaint was breakfast was a little weak . Other than that a good stay .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josee

Liked: Amenities
Every thing was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I wish I could give a review of the property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the rooms, very clean and updated style. Beds were comfy too. Breakfast was delicious. The pool temperature for swimming was wonderful. I've had issues at other pools, this one was a nice big pool and not freezing cold.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, good stay. Staff at check in were super friendly. Room was a bit humid/musty, but clean. Beds were comfy. Breakfast was not stocked all that grwat
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and new hotel. The mm
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Excellent service, the rooms were very nice of
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very reasonable in price. Breakfast was good . Very clean. A little off the beaten path but quiet and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025