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AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

2.5 star property
Hotel in Johnston with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Exterior
Property amenity
Courtyard
Reception
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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5050 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA, 50131
  • Place, Merle Hay Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Johnston

At AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines you'll be 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Merle Hay Mall and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. 488 square feet (45 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Johnston hotel include Drake University and Casey's Center.

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Living History Farms - 9 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Drake University - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk

About this property

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

Hotel in Johnston with free breakfast and fitness centre
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this hotel measures 488 square feet (45 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines. Free self parking is available.

This Johnston hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 488 sq ft of conference space
  • 45 sq. m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines offers 87 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 40-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 488 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • In-room dining only
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

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
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

AmericInn Johnston Hotel
AmericInn Johnston
AmericInn Wyndham Johnston Moines Hotel
AmericInn Wyndham Moines Hotel
AmericInn Wyndham Johnston Moines
AmericInn Wyndham Moines
Best Inn Johnston
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines Hotel
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AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines Hotel Johnston

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines?

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines?

As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines on 16 Nov 2025 start from NZ$134.42, 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 parking available at AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines?

Yep, AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines have a pool?

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors quite like the free continental breakfast here! Offered weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines?

No, AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 490 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 171 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1029 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Reasonable prices
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Safe, Quiet and Reliable

The staff are very friendly and accommodating. I had a clogged toilet, and by the time I returned to my room after having breakfast, it was fixed. The hotel was very crowded because of the National Senior Games being held here, but the staff kept the breakfast items well supplied. Location was good as well with several eating areas within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Where were your manners people?! (Guests not staff

Being able to check in online was quite convenient. The guests acting like they were starving at breakfast was a bit nerve wracking. They’d cut in line, grab right in front of us. Almost felt like they didn’t even know we were there. This wasn’t the motel’s fault, but it caused us to just leave without eating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was surprisingly quiet - comfortable beds and a good location. The actual facility needed some updating - cracks in tile - grout not in the best condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price was extremely reasonable. The property was nice. Comfortable bed. Has a nice pool and a variety of breakfast options. Would have liked the room to be a bit bigger. Their policy for extended stays was to clean the room every 3 days, but they a commodated us by providing fresh towels after the 2nd night. Staff was very friendly!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rachel

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overpriced/ Dirty Hotel

The hotel was very dirty. The halls and stairs we disgusting with visible piles of dirt against the base boards The room was so humid the carpets felt wet. The room was clean and neat either There was a hole in the bathroom door, the curtains were torn in spots, the chairs were dirty and overly worn I did not try the pool because everything else was so dirty I was not willing to risk the cleanliness of the pool It was not worth 200+ for one night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Property could use some upgrades. Security door did not lock. Pillows were very hard and thick.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oksana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was very nice, hot in the hallway but the room was cool and quiet. The hotel is pet friendly but they warned that there will be a $200 fine if the pets are left unattended, we were there only for one night, but we always travel with our dogs and there are times we have to leave them in the room for a bit, so keep that in mind.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Olivia

Travelled with family
The deadbolt on the door was sawed off so was pointless. Didn’t feel safe. The chair was shredded and disgusting looking. The room smelled of pickles when I entered.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carter

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Deb

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The price was great for just a short 1 nught stay. Pool looked amazing rooms were clean staff was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Gabriel

Travelled with family

Better options

Room smelled horrible, damp and musky. Very outdated with things broken or falling apart. This hotel needs a complete overhaul. I spend a lot of times in hotels and this by far was the worst conditioned I’ve been in. Staff was friendly and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Beth

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Staff was nice!!!! Building is old and needs updates.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

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

10/10 Excellent

Roger

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Travelling Australians

We had the King bed room, bed was comfortable, bathroom was clean, breakfast had a good selection, pool was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only complaint i had was a wet musty smell.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The internet didn’t work and the desk guy just said sorry nobody here to
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were clean; staff was helpful; and location was convenient.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

dawn

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

DO NOT STAY HERE

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025