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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.0 star property

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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
The current price is ₩122,013
₩136,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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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

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 Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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

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

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 Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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 - 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
  • ‪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.

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

As of Nov 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GrandStay Hotel & Suites on Dec 1, 2025 start from ₩122,013, 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. 347 out of 452 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 452 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 452 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 452 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 452 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire property was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

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

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and new. Comfortable. The breakfast was weak.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

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

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

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This facility Looks brand new, very clean and new
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

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

6/10 Okay

maurice r

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. But bed was hard. Breakfast for Saturday and Sunday had biscuits and yucky gravy. Fortunately there were bagels and waffles. The eggs looked bad
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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

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

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

Marla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carol Ann greeted me with a smile when I showed up to check in. She was great! Helpful and answered all my questions about the property and area. Everything about this hotel was excellent! Staff, room, bed, cleanliness, amenities, great breakfast, pool, hot tub, parking, close to gas, eats, shopping. Loved the floors in the room! What a great idea not to have carpeting! Pristine property!
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

Dixie

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

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and new
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The staff was unfriendly and they closed the breakfast early and without warning. When asked about it they wouldn’t comment.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

Scott

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

Worth the 2 miles off of I80

Top notch. Modern appearance. Comfy beds. Great pool. All around great atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

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

Great Stay!

This place was new, nice, and clean. Good breakfast and indoor pool. Great price for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025