AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Reception
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(46 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

Hotel in Johnston with free breakfast and fitness centre
Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a fitness centre and a 24-hour business centre. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a business centre, conference space and dry cleaning are on-site.
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines offers 89 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. 32-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). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they enjoy the free breakfast at AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines. During your stay, you'll be close to Drake University. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an indoor pool.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • 9 minutes by car from Drake University and 11 minutes from Casey's Center
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room. 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.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

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 daily 6 AM to 10 AM

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
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 488 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • 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 (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

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: 23 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 at the property

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

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • 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

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

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 465 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 161 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1011 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

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hard beds, didnt like the pillows. All else was fine Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Soccer tourney

Location was so-so, and rooms are outdated. Service was good and cleanliness was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Stan

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is run down! Cost way too much for what it was!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kendra

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

Quick stay

Stayed one night for a dance competition. Our room was clean and comfortable and we were happy with our stay. The location was decent for what we needed and the parking lot was well lit. Breakfast was ok…decent choices and our daughters enjoyed the pool for a bit. Staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to where we needed to be
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, very friendly staff, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Emilia

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. The tub I had in my room was slippery and I almost fell. The tubs definitely need skid proofing. My fridge didn’t have a freezer in it and wasn’t cold upon arrival, which was a bummer. Other than those two things, my room was clean, the bed was comfortable, the room was roomy, breakfast was hot and good and the staff is excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Very nice n quiet, soft towels...

Quiet n really clean. Nice bed, pillows. We parked just outside our room. Too bad ppl smoking just outside rear exit, and plenty of cig butts outside our window, and been piling up a long time. Great stay otherwise
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren Williams

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and curtious.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first night stay the suite wasn't as to my expectations. My second nights stay was very much better for having the handicap room. There was way more room in the bathroom and the shower looked inviting. I can wait till it can get back up for my next stay. Thank uou.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Trisha

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
TV did not work. Pool looked gross. Hotel smelled like stale cigarettes
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

mark d

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was great. Pool was nice. Room was just okay - small and dingy. Mattress was comfortable and shower was good - all the important things. Coffee available 24/hrs and breakfast was ok. Juice machine broken.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

THANG

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Dillon

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kasara

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved how extremely friendly the staff were. Our room was very clean and everything appeared in person as it did online. I have absolutely no complaints and would highly recommend this hotel to anyone.5 stars!!!! GREAT STAFF! EXCELLENT SERVICE! VERY NICE, CLEAN, AND COMFORTABLE ROOMS!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jean

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and property was very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025