AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

2.5 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Courtyard
Reception
Indoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Property amenity

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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5050 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA, 50131
  • Place, Merle Hay Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Jordan Creek Town Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(57 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

King Room-Mobility Accessible-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

King Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

King Suite - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room-Mobility Accessible-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

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About this property

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

An indoor pool, a fitness centre 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 a hairdryer. 40-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). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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 Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters. 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 a meeting room, conference space and laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • 11 minutes by car from Casey's Center and 13 minutes from Jordan Creek Town Center
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. 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 on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and at the weekend from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • 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
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 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
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • 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

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. 476 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 253 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

brittany

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hassan a

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I fell in love with room 201,it smelled amazing and i felt the love every where.The room keeprs where amazing and my bed altho not the highest end, felt very special and i slept like a babe half the time
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most amazing hotel ever, i could fwel the love in my room.My house keeping lady was amazing,and the breakfast was fantastic.It wasnt huge,but it was breakfast and it was fresh.They had eggs,sausage,waffles,muffins,penut butter and jelly and more.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

brittany

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

craig

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had to stop here during holiday travel due to a snow storm. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Lots of food options close to the property. It’s a bit of an older facility but was clean and comfortable. Kids enjoyed the indoor pool. Overall, happy we found this place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clint

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Amazing staff, amenities, the room was clean very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth Edward, Northboro

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 4 nights while working in the DSM area. Its a good location behind the AUDI dealership & right next to I80/35. We were at the hotel a total of maybe 16 hours over 4 nights, so we were exhausted and didnt spend alot of time in the room. It was windy during our stay and the cold breeze came through the wall heater and the window that didnt close all the way. We didnt say anything because we was only there for maybe 4 hours a night. Bonus there was a person at front desk when we checked out early Monday morning. So it wasn't too bad, but we won't be staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Tony, Windsor

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in an awkward location behind car dealerships, you have to drive through the dealership to get to hotel. Not that big a deal however the room needs some serious repairs not to mention the roach running across the bathroom floor into a damaged tile. Holes in doors, dirty fan, rusty sinks etc…
Someone was angry with the bathroom door
Entrance and exit for roaches
Edge of the shower
Almost fixed
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Demica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Hiawatha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights the room did need to be updated. The refrigerator did not work,only Dirct tv.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Most definitely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and great hot shower
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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

8/10 Good

Tamara

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything went well. 1 thing they need to do is change carpet. It smelled mildew other than that i would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent option for a short stay. Breakfast provided many options for kids, adults and seniors! Internet was spotty. But, that was the only issue we experienced.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Twila

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Beds were comfortable. Quiet. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025