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Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.5 star property

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Front of property – evening/night
Exterior
Lobby
Dining
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$483
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

Explore the area

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925 Park Street, Grinnell, IA, 50112
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Grinnell College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Arbor Lake
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Single Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Grinnell

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel places you in the centre of Grinnell, steps from Central Park and within a short 5-minute stroll of Bucksbaum Center for the Arts. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The Periodic Table is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Business amenities include 3 meeting rooms and coworking space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free on-the-go breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as pet-sitting services. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Grinnell hotel include Grinnell College and Arbor Lake is within 30 minutes.

What's nearby

  • Central Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grinnell College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bucksbaum Center for the Arts - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grinnell Historical Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Arbor Lake - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers its guests a 24-hour fitness centre and complimentary bicycles. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

3 meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. A terrace, an arcade/games room, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel was completed in May 2017.

This 3.5-star Grinnell hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1921
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers 45 accommodations with minibars and free newspapers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Periodic Table

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (64 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (60 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1921
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - May 2017
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 19
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per stay
  • Pet-sitting services are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 19 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Grinnell Hotel Grinnell
Hotel Grinnell Hotel
Hotel Grinnell Grinnell
Hotel Grinnell
Grinnell, Ascend Collection
Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel
Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection Grinnell
Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel Grinnell

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

As of 15 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel on 16 Mar 2026 start from NZ$483, 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 Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yep, Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

The closest beach to Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel is Rock Creek Beach (10.6 km).

What makes Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

Is Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and free bike rentals, as well as travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, free on-the-go brekkie is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel, with pet-sitting services on offer.

Is there a golf course on site at Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

There is a golf course next to Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

Hotel Grinnell Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 293 out of 394 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 394 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 394 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 394 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 394 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Austin

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
All was great until the snow removal was done at around 6am on a Sunday. I was in the 3rd floor, but the snow blower was so loud that it felt like it was right outside the door. I understand that snow removal needs to be done, but 6am on a Sunday at a hotel is very inconvenient when your guests are trying to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jovita

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
the room was clean & the bed very comfortable. They were understaffed and it was hard to find someone at the front desk for help. The bill was overcharged from what I had arranged for on line, but it was eventually corrected. The included breakfast was from 7-10 but by 8:30 it was nearly empty. I finally found someone to refresh (they were helpful and courteous when they finally responded), but we were ready to leave. The decor is sparse & cold.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Arsenia

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Earl

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Still a very quirky place. 'Closet' and 'drawer' space is an open rack. Very squeaky wood floors from yesteryear. Prices reflect being in the middle of town vs. somewhere in a chain motel closer to the interstate, I guess. Breakfast buffet not quite as good as I remember it from previous visits now that it's kept out of the PT space occupied by the Prairie Canary folks.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Travelled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We like the concept of the hotel and maybe when it first opened it was better, but certain aspects are now lacking. In the first room we were given, the AC unit wasn't working and didn't fit the window properly (toilet paper shoved around it). We were given a different room and this AC unit worked but the filter was filthy. My husband washed it in the sink. It also took 15 minutes to get warm water in the shower. The hotel itself is so hot and it was only low 70s outside. I can't imagine how bad it gets in the summer. The saving point is the Periodic Table which is the little bar/restaurant. Overall I would assume this hotel probably does not get many return visitors.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tara

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place, service was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thoughtfully appointed. Excellent location. Very helpful staff. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine, Coralville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The complimentary breakfast options were a bit disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From check-in to check out, we had an excellent two-night stay. Grateful for the in-house Periodic Table bar/restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

rouzbeh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There was no Microwave in the room ,the space of fridge is too small ,the breakfast is very bad
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian, Glenview

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location, unique building, loved the indoor pickleball courts and bikes, comfortsble room. We loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marna

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

x

Struggled with wifi in Room 112. Kept having to sign in. Weak in far corners. Otherwise lovely. Good coffee. Comfortable suite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025