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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.0 star property

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1 bedroom, free WiFi
Reception
Indoor pool
Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom) | Private kitchenette
Lobby
Unwind at GrandStay Hotel & Suites, where comfort meets convenience. Enjoy a continental breakfast, stay connected with in-room WiFi and take advantage of an indoor pool and 24-hour gym to keep you energized.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 4 - Sep 5
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Tomorrow

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

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 or closet
  • 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 or closet
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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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About the neighborhood

Johnston is home to GrandStay Hotel & Suites. 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 Iowa State Fairgrounds and Adventureland. Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park and Pump It Up are also worth visiting.
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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

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 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.

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.

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

As of Sep 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GrandStay Hotel & Suites on Sep 7, 2025 start from $93.6, excluding 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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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GrandStay Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 390 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 390 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 390 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 390 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 390 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

Crystal

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

Konnor

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

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

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

Jeff

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

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

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

Eboniqka

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

10/10 Excellent

Bjorn

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

Great place to stay

This was a wonderful experience, clean, friendly,nice pool and hot tub, slept great.
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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025