10/10 Excellent
Roger
Business traveler
Dec 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Roger
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Western Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Motel in Grinnell with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
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Room options
View all photos for Standard Double Room
Standard Double Room
- 275 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
View all photos for Standard Single Room
Standard Single Room
- 275 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
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Basic Room
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
About the neighborhood
Grinnell
Western Inn & Suites places you within a few miles (5 km) of Arbor Lake and Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve. This 53-room motel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.
What's nearby
- Arbor Lake - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
- Central Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 miles
- Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank - 4 min drive - 3.7 miles
- Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve - 5 min drive - 5.5 miles
- Grinnell College - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles
Getting around
- Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
- Casey's General Store - 6 min walk
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 4 min drive
- Subway - 5 min walk
- Los Girasoles - 3 min drive
About this property
Western Inn & Suites
Motel in Grinnell with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Western Inn & Suites enjoy features like an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include microwaves, hair dryers, and ironing boards.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an indoor pool.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
- Limited onsite self parking
Food and drink
- Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Things to do
- Indoor pool
Family friendly
- In-room microwave
- Indoor pool
- Laundry facilities
- Mini-fridge
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry facilities
Guest services
- Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
- No elevator
More
- Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Microwave
- Mini-fridge
More
- Desk
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board
- Laptop workspace
- Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
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
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- This property welcomes pets for USD 20.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD 20.00 per stay)
- Dogs and cats only
- 3 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
- Certain rooms only
- Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
- Service animals exempt from fees
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:
- Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.
- Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD 20.00 per stay)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- In-room safe fee: USD 2.00 per night
This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, and cash
- Check-in: 2:30 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
- There are no elevators.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see near Western Inn & Suites?
This motel is located in Grinnell, close to Arbor Lake, Central Park, and Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve. You'll also find Bucksbaum Center for the Arts and Louis Sullivan Jewel Box Bank within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at Western Inn & Suites?
Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.
Does Western Inn & Suites have a casino on the premises?
No, Western Inn & Suites doesn't have a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at Western Inn & Suites?
Yes, this motel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Western Inn & Suites?
Couples will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool, free breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk at this motel.
Does Western Inn & Suites have a hot tub?
No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.
Does Western Inn & Suites have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?
Western Inn & Suites offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.
Does Western Inn & Suites allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Western Inn & Suites for a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night.
Does Western Inn & Suites have connecting rooms?
No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Western Inn & Suites?
No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Western Inn & Suites.
Western Inn & Suites Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 3 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews
2 - Terrible
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ryan
Traveled with family
Sep 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot for those on a budget. Amazing, friendly staff. Highly recommend.
Ryan
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
4/10 Poor
Sharon
Traveled with partner
Sep 28, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not even enjoy the pool the jets were not working, desk was always unattended and there was no bread to make toast and bananas werent fresh
Sharon
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025