Johnston Travel Guide

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Saylorville Lake Landscape Iowa
Downtown Des Moines Iowa Midwest Big City
View of frozen Upper Falls at Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada
The Johnston Covered Bridge
Johnston canyon entrance

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Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA
The price is AU$153 per night from 24 May to 25 May
AU$153
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,850 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Quiet and friendly."

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2 out of 5
6215 Merle Hay Road Johnston IA
The price is AU$137 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$137
19 May - 20 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Merle Hay Mall and Walnut Ridge Recreation Area are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (608 reviews)
"Reserved a one bedroom suite as part of a gift for daughter's birthday. Ended up butted up against elevator listening to it roar past 2 feet behind our heads. Oh and air conditioning didnt work in the bedroom. So those sleeping on couch froze while those in bedroom swelter"

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

3 out of 5
5050 Merle Hay Road Johnston IA
The price is AU$100 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$100
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Breakfast was very average."

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
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Spacious 5BR Retreat w/Beautiful Views,3 King 2 Full 1 Queen bed, AC in Johnston

Spacious 5BR Retreat w/Beautiful Views,3 King 2 Full 1 Queen bed, AC in Johnston

Johnston IA
Stay at this holiday home in Johnston. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Walnut Ridge Recreation Area and Merle Hay Mall are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Great family friendly house"

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Spacious 5BR Retreat w/Beautiful Views,3 King 2 Full 1 Queen bed, AC in Johnston
The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville

The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville

Johnston IA
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Johnston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Merle Hay Mall and Walnut Ridge ...
10/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"This was our second time staying at the Johnston house. They are always so accommodating and quick to answer any questions we have. They go above and beyond to make your stay as easy as possible and the house is adorable.We would highly recommend a stay with them to anybody. We look forward to staying ..."

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville
Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

4 out of 5
550 Watson Powell Junior Way Des Moines IA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a business centre and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Casey's Center and Iowa ...
9/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)
"Great location, easy check in, will definitely come back"

Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Kasa Downtown Des Moines
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Popular places to visit

Jordan Creek Town Center

Jordan Creek Town Center

5/5(1 review)

You can do some window-shopping at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Jordan Creek Town Center
Aerial View of the Iowa State Fair in the Des Moines Metro Area

Iowa State Fairgrounds

Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

Iowa State Fairgrounds
The City Of Des Moines

Iowa Events Center

Learn about the events happening in Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

Iowa Events Center
Principal Park

Principal Park

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.

Principal Park
Iowa State Capitol Building

Iowa State Capitol Building

5/5(1 review)

A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.

Iowa State Capitol Building
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

Experience the tropics in an indoor garden oasis nearly 100 years old alongside a meandering river in this Midwestern city.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

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