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Very good
4.0/5
Based on 428 guest reviews
- Has an indoor pool!
- Free complimentary breakfast
- The Avg. Group Discount is 15.8%!
- Gym is available on property
- 53 rooms in property
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Groups/Meetings rating of 10.0/10
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Local attractions
Next to: Iowa State University Hickory Park / Hickory Hall Cinema 12 Theatre Old Chicago Restruant Fuji Steakhouse Grill North Grand Mall Mary Greeley Medical Center Historic downtown dining and shopping Cold Water Golf Course Runnning and bike paths
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Verified reviews of Grandstay Hotel & Suites
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently: "Fantastic"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Room was clean and close to outside for our dog. Breakfast was warm and scrumptious. Fantastic experience. Will definitely come back!!
Rhonda M. (Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from 
05-Nov-2022 Verified review, stayed from Fri Nov 04 to Sat Nov 05 2022 at a $161.10 average nightly rate. 
Property description
Conveniently located at the intersection of Hwy 30 at exit 69 (Duff Ave). The GrandStay Hotel & Suites combines all the comforts of home with the services of a grand hotel. We specialize in taking care of guests requiring extended stay accommodations, whether you're in town for a seminar, special project, or relocating to the area. Make GrandStay your home away from home -for a couple of days, a week, a month, or longer. Your stay will be so exceptional, you may never want to go home! The Hotel & Suites is conveniently located near businesses, medical centers, Iowa State University, shops, dining and night life. Running paths and bike trails near the Hotel. Complimentary hot breakfast every morning. Numerous dining facilities available, all within walking distance of the Hotel. Old Chicago attached to GrandStay Hotel & Suites. Outdoor sport court, basketball, putting green, childrens play area, grilling patio, indoor pool, whirlpool and exercise facility.
Details / Other expenses
| Check-in: | 03:00 PM |
| Check-out: | 11:00 AM |
| Year of last renovation: | 2005 |
| Floors: | 3 |
| Rooms: | 53 |
| Corridors: | All rooms have interior hallways |
| Non-smoking rooms: | 53 |
| Rooms with disabled access: | 4 |
| Suites: | 53 |
| Room windows: | Windows do open |
| Cleaning frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting rooms: | 1 View spaces |
| Meeting space: | 800 sq. feet |
| Dist. to food/bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to the nearest gym: | 0.3 Miles |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 24 Hour Cancellation before day of Arrival. | |
| Nightly parking: | 0.00 |
| Total taxes: | 12.00% |
| Total misc. fees: | £0.00 GBP (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 5.00 Per Night |
| Occupancy Tax: | 7.00 Per Night |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Central location
- Complimentary breakfast
- Complimentary newspaper
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Grocery service
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Kitchenette in room
- Laundry facilities
- Licensed bar
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office in room available
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV Channel: HBO
- Voicemail
- Laundry valet service
Airport & shuttle information
Des Moines International - 33 miles Ames Municipal - 1.2 miles Ames Taxi Service
Is there an airport shuttle? Sorry but no airport shuttle is available.Breakfast information
Complimentary full hot breakfast buffet included.
Pet friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.A maximum of two pets per room are allowed.There is a non-refundable pet charge of $15.00 per pet per night.There will be a damage deposit of $200.00 that will be authorized to the credit card on file. The authorization hold will be released at checkout and after the guest room has been checked for damages.
Internet/Wi-Fi
Complimentary Wi-Fi/Internet is available throughout the hotel.
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Meeting rooms and event rooms at Grandstay Hotel & Suites
Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Grandstay Hotel & Suites.
Feel free to use the Grandstay Hotel & Suites meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Ames event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting room name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sq ft) | Event 5'/6  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theatre | Reception | Regist. desk  |
| Board Room | 18 x 17 x 9 | 634 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 8 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close this Board RoomRoom type: General Meeting Room Total size: 634 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 18 x 17 x 9 Ft Floor level: Ground level Power outlets: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Is there natural light? Yes Are there obstructions? No Are there built in screens? No Is there a built in stage? No Is there built in A/V? No Amenities available
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FAQs about Grandstay Hotel & Suites
What time is check in?
Check in time is 03:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Grandstay Hotel & Suites have?
There are 53 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Grandstay Hotel & Suites?
Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Grandstay Hotel & Suites?
Complimentary full hot breakfast buffet included.
How much does internet cost?
Complimentary Wi-Fi/Internet is available throughout the hotel.
Can I get a AAA rate at Grandstay Hotel & Suites?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Grandstay Hotel & Suites?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at Grandstay Hotel & Suites?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Grandstay Hotel & Suites?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..
Can I get a group rate at Grandstay Hotel & Suites?
Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 15.8%.
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