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AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

3.0 star property

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A living room with a sofa, a patterned armchair, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
An indoor swimming pool with blue lounge chairs, a red brick border, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.
A breakfast area with a chalkboard sign, coffee machines, and a fruit bowl.
A reception area with a receptionist, a clock, a desk, a mirror, and a welcome mat.
An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and benches, large windows, and a building with a brick facade in the background.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $71
$64 nightly
$71 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25

Explore the area

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5050 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA, 50131
  • Place, Merle Hay Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Living History Farms
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

1 King Bed Accessible Room Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a refrigerator, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(58 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, desk, chair, television, and a dresser.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Johnston

With a stay at AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines in Johnston, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Adventureland and Drake University. .This hotel is 10.6 mi (17 km) from Jordan Creek Town Center and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds.

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Pump It Up - 6 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Living History Farms - 7 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Drake University - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min walk

About this property

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines offers 87 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

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

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

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 87 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 40-inch LCD televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an indoor pool and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a picnic area.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Johnston? This hotel has 488 square feet (45 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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 Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 479 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1011 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the value I was very satisfied!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inexpensive
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emmett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, inexpensive, nothing fancy. Easy check in and had no issues whatsoever. Recommended for no frills clean room and inexpensive.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tammi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is clean and updated. I felt safe staying with my teen for 2 nights. Breakfast options were as expected. It’s tucked behind 2 car dealerships. Terre Park was close which was a great place to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Amazing staff, amenities, the room was clean very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was wonderful clean and comfortable. Desk was wonderful, friendly and helpful, pool is great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Didn't eat
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were put in the hall that housed dogs. One was barking and I asked to be moved, before we entered the room, and they were good about it. Did put me in a room overlooking the indoor pool, so we had that noise until 10:00. Otherwise it was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a clean room, staff was friendly, pool was nice, unfortunate the dont have a hot tub anymore. Breakfast was good and having bottle water available for guest was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean. Helpful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shereen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless and the front desk was so friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

lisette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to i80, nice pool, decent breakfast, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very strange set up for those in wheel chair or scooter. The at grade area was on right side of the entrance. BUT the buttons for the automatic door were on the left with no way to get wheelchair or scooter up to that area. AND at grade door entrance for all doors would be nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, and good breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Juhnida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and nice .Breakfast was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

libby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room, especially furniture, needs some attention. The cabinet with fridge and TV looked like it might collapse. The seat of the desk chair was entirely worn. The bathroom had new tile in the shower, but a pealing door.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The place was nothing fancy but the beds were comfy and the pool was warm. Staff was kind.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and great hot shower
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Bed was comfortable, room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025