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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

Property class: 2.5

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A conference room with a long table, chairs, a flat-screen TV, and windows with a view of greenery.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $100
$89 nightly
$100 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

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6215 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA, 50131
  • Place, Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, multiple pillows, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Sofa)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, a coffee machine, and artwork on the walls.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a kitchenette.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Sofa)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a picture on the wall.

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, a coffee machine, and artwork on the walls.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a picture on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Sofa)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Johnston

With a stay at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston in Johnston, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Drake University and Casey's Center. .This hotel is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Jordan Creek Town Center and 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from Adventureland.

What's nearby

  • Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Drake University - 12 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 14 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Casey's Center - 15 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Iowa State University - 36 min drive - 33.9 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cheba Hut “Toasted” Subs - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston offers 76 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. Televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided on request.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour 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 76 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include wired internet access (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM on weekends.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge); wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available on weekends 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 629 out of 857 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 857 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 857 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 857 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 857 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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The hotel was conveniently located near restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very affordable. The property was newer looking, clean and staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in a safe and quiet area. Lots of shopping close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super great hotel with awesome amenities. We were blown on away at how clean and nice the front desk man was. We will be back to stay here next time we are passing thru.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice and comfortable motel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We love the location. Rooms are always nice and clean. Beds are very comfortable. Will definitely stay again and would recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, one of the nicest motels I’ve stayed at.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was very welcoming, we enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Rooms, pool, hot tub, breakfast & staff were all great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay at this newer hotel and wished we could have stayed longer! The room was so clean, beds and linens were very comfortable. Huge TV, fridge and microwave in room. Breakfast was well done with lots of options.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, new hotel, and located in a nice area. Several restaurants within a couple of miles. Staff were very helpful, checking in, and out was simple and quick.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff at the desk went above and beyond with the check in process, recommending local restaurants and answering other questions. Extremily clean room and met all my needs. Good breakfast and the hot tub was actually hot unlike many other places. I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was a very nice, clean and well kept we would definitely stay again. The staff were also super friendly! Only thing is they could use one more elevator but not a huge deal.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent, clean and new feeling
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice clean hotel. Very friendly staff. We love the location. Have stayed here numerous times and will continue to do so.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We only made contact with one person, the receptionist. Very friendly. We were pleased with our and the beds were very comfortable. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Very clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good hotel for the money. Hard to beat.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location for us. Everything we needed was close by.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel great staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Pool temperature was great. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything about our stay was impeccable. We loved our clean and comfortable room, the friendly staff, the delicious breakfast, and the wonderful hot tub. It was 10 out of 10 and we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was in great shape. I would definitely recommend. We also had a great experience with the GM on duty. He came to our rescue and helped when we had an accident with the bed linens and needed replacements. We would most definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Bed was super comfortable and the room was quiet. Breakfast was nice. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026