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About the Hotel

5050 Merle Hay Road, Urbandale, Iowa, United States, 50131
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Near Terra Lake
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Located approximately a 25-minute stroll from the Lions Park, the comfortable 3-star Americinn By Wyndham Johnston Des Moines Urbandale hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park. The smoke-free motel offers a banquet hall and sits within a 7-km distance of the interactive outdoor museum "Living History Farms".

Location

You'll need 22-minute drive to Des Moines International airport. The Americinn is nearly a 10-minute ride from Terra Lake in Urbandale.

Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Terra Lake, which is 2.5 km away.

Rooms

The 89 rooms are allergy-free and equipped with high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as tea and coffee-making facilities. Bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower, along with hair dryers and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

While staying at Americinn By Wyndham Johnston Des Moines hotel, guests can choose from dining options nearby, such as Pagliai's Pizza, located a mere 7 minutes' stroll away, or Jimmy John's at an 8-minute walking distance.

Leisure & Business

This Urbandale hotel will also help you keep fit with fitness classes at a fitness room available on site. The accommodation is a perfect place to practise hiking, cycling, and fishing.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Iowa State Fairgrounds for local events and festivals.
  • Check out the sculpture park at Pappajohn Sculpture Park downtown.
  • Enjoy the famous BBQ at Hickory Park, a local favorite spot.
  • Explore the Science Center of Iowa for hands-on exhibits.
  • Stroll through the Historic East Village for unique shops and cafés.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Queen Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Queen Room Mobility Access or Non-Smoking
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Queen Room Two Queen Beds Non-Smoking
2 persons
315 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Heating
King Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
315 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Fishing

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Grocery shopping service

Dining

  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Saltwater pool
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

5050 Merle Hay Road, Urbandale, Iowa, United States, 50131
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5050 Merle Hay Road, Urbandale, Iowa, United States, 50131
Nearby
6300 Pioneer Pkwy
Terra Lake
3400 ft
6300 Pioneer Pkwy
Terra Park
3900 ft
Restaurants
Sonic Drive-In
1800 ft
5350 Merle Hay Road
Chopsticks Chinese Restaurant
3000 ft
5500 Merle Hay Rd Ste 1
Getting around
City Centre
Urbandale5 min  ·  2.1 mi
Airports
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)26 min  ·  10.5 mi
Boone Municipal (BNW)91 min  ·  37.5 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
A american breakfast is served and charges are applicable. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Year renovated:
2010
Number of rooms:
89
Former name
americinn johnston
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