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AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Courtyard
Property amenity
Reception
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
$75
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

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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 | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(56 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

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About this property

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

Johnston hotel with indoor pool
An indoor pool, a fitness center, and conference space are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and a picnic area. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines features an indoor pool and a fitness center. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Event facilities measuring 488 square feet (45 square meters) include conference space. This business-friendly hotel also offers a terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines is a smoke-free property.

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

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

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

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 479 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Tina

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was quiet is the only thing I can say was nice. We were unable to adjust the air conditioner, there were stains on the couch ( I would not let my husband even sit on it! ). The desk had an old beat up computer chair and the plate was off the wall where the phone jack connects. When we went down for breakfast it was okay food, but the area was so hot I finally took my breakfast back to the room. Would never stay there again, or recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

economical

Nice bed, quiet, good breakfast and nice for an overnight stay. Easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vickie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I first walked in to check in, I immediately smelled a musty smell that I am not a fan of. I was worried if it would be bad in the morning for breakfast, and hoped the room wouldn't stink as well. Happy to report, no further musty smells! The woman who checked me in was very kind, funny, and friendly! This place is fine for the price. It looks like it's been remodeled at some point but could always use a refresher. My only really complaint about the room was the chair was full of stains and looked gross. Clean it or pitch it! The breakfast area is very small and consists of the usual complimentary breakfast items. It's enough to get a little sustenance for the road so it worked for me.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good or better than expected.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Christina

Liked: Staff & service
5/10
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Gail

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Prefer to sleep in the car

The couch and chair were absolutely filthy. The carpet may have been new in the 90’s. We kept our shoes on entire time we were in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yadira

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They had so much laundry piled up, had no shower towels, was offered pool towels. The breakfast wasnt anything great, but atleast it was something. Had issues with a bathroom light that took me asking twice before it was fixed. When it rains the light fixtures get water in them. The pool hasmold everywhere, vents are covered in soot. I found a turd in the hall. Its a hotel that is just ok if your strictly there to sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Randy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room had no hair dryer and was very small for a suite. You almost didn't have room to turn around in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The breakfast was good but very small sitting area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
No bath towels in room. Room smelled bad and was humid the entire time. Pillows were small and uncomfortable.Tub had lots of rust.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Korey

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Americinn by Wydham Johnston Des Moines

I was glad that they had a pool and eggs for breakfast. The bed was so comfortable I had a hard time getting out of bed. The staff was great. I came in late and they gave me a room with no problem.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jen

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There was no air conditioning in the hallways or lobby. Temperatures were close 100 degrees this week. The air conditioning units in the rooms were shut off. It was extremely damp and hard for ac to catch up. Mold on ceiling and in bathrooms. Wood was chipped, tub faucet leaking, chair stained. Hotel needs some attention to completing some room touch ups. Building doors are not secure. Anyone can come in. No blow dryer provided. Parking very inadequate.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The room had some baseboard coming off and a metal plate by the light switch in the sink area kept hurting my fingers. The room wasn't totally cleaned beforehand, we saw chocolate candy on the floor. I was wondering why there wasn't a hair dryer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Storm

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Not great

Staff were friendly and helpful. However our bathroom was dirty, especially the exterior of the toilet. And there were no towels or washcloths in our room, we had to ask for them. You can hear everything in the rooms next to you, especially when they run water.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Danielle

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were 3 pillows only on the king bed. No pillows for the pullout couch which had dirty socks on it. I called the front desk and they said they had no more pillows and they only stock pillows for actual beds. I guess the bed on the pullout couch in a room that sleeps 4 isn’t doesn’t qualify?? There was also broken wood on the door.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madonna

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Roomed smelled musty and could hear many people up walking/shutting doors in the halls past 12am.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Juan

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025