Hotel Grinnell, nestled near Central Park and the Bucksbaum Center for the Arts, offers a unique blend of relaxation and entertainment. Enjoy a to-go breakfast, tee off at the adjacent golf course or unwind on the charming terrace.
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Bar
Pet-friendly
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk
Gym
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool access
24-hour fitness centre
Free use of bicycles
Room service
24-hour business centre
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Garden
Feel at home (6)
Rollaway/extra beds available (surcharge)
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
The current price is Rp3.729.723
Rp3.729.723
Rp4.177.290 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Room options
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
14 sq m
Sleeps 10
10 Single Beds
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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
14 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
14 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
28 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
14 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Bucksbaum Center for the Arts - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Arbor Lake - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Grinnell Mutual Family Aquatic Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 65 min drive
Area shuttle
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min walk
Casey's General Store - 5 min drive
Casey's - 15 min walk
Casa Margarita's - 20 min walk
Casey's General Store - 15 min walk
About this property
Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection
Adjacent to a golf course, Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection is a great choice for a stay in Grinnell. After visiting the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, free bike rentals and a terrace. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
45 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Free off-site parking nearby
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per stay
Policies
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Hotel Grinnell Hotel Grinnell
Hotel Grinnell Hotel
Hotel Grinnell Grinnell
Hotel Grinnell
Grinnell, Ascend Collection
Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel
Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection Grinnell
Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel Grinnell
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy amenities such as a 24-hour fitness centre, an arcade and a garden. Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection also has access to a nearby health club.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection like?
Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection is a short 6-minute walk from Grinnell College and 5 minutes' walk from Bucksbaum Center for the Arts.
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Hotel Grinnell, Ascend Hotel Collection Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Room
Location
Breakfast
Shower
Towns
Bed
Schools
Restaurant
Bar
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with hot and cold choices, nice options, and a lovely staff member running the area. (7 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
4 Aug 2025
Fabulous location, unique building, loved the indoor pickleball courts and bikes, comfortsble room. We loved it!
Gillian
Gillian, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
21 Jun 2025
Great check in experience. This was the best place to pick in the area hands down for the kids. We had a blast.
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 Jul 2025
Great renovation and use of an old school. Well done on the theme
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
8 Aug 2025
There was no Microwave in the room ,the space of fridge is too small ,the breakfast is very bad
rouzbeh
rouzbeh, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
26 Apr 2025
Really enjoyed the stay. Room was clean and comfortable. Interesting space in an old school. I would stay there again.
mathilda
mathilda, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
26 Mar 2025
Bar/Restaurant had Excellent food!
Hotel staff were very helpful.
Timothy
Timothy, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Oct 2023
Great place to stay.
Kwame
Kwame, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
19 Aug 2024
It was a cool place to stay.
Melanie
Melanie, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
3 May 2025
They gave us a loft studio and the floors creaked badly and the tiles were coming apart on the floor. Restaurant closed at 9 pm and there was no room service. For the money they charged , it was quite terrible.
Jan
Jan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
1 Nov 2024
Love that they converted this building from a school to a hotel; great little bar and outside gathering space; offer bikes to ride; staff very amenable.
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
21 Jan 2024
Great hotel!
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Sept 2024
Great spaces
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
1 Oct 2024
Convenience to the College is hard to beat
Emil
Emil, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
21 Aug 2022
Friendly staff, relaxed atmosphere and great location
Krasimir
Krasimir, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
25 Jul 2023
Very nice place, great staff!
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
26 Jul 2023
This place was one of the best places I have stayed. The staff was great and we just really enjoyed our time there.
Ed
Ed, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
23 Jun 2024
Such a fun hotel with its mix of modern and school house classic. Great accommodations. Clean. Easy to walk to dining and shopping options.
Amie
Amie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
2 Jun 2022
Great Hotel
My family and I had a great 2 day stay
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
8 May 2023
Really cool hotel!!
Really cool hotel and restaurant and outdoor space with fire pits and games etc.. Enjoyed our stay and hope to return again!!
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 Jul 2022
Very unique and fun hotel.
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
25 Sept 2023
Long weekend stay
What a wonderful place to stay with a small town feel excellent service will come back again
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
14 Mar 2024
Unique hotel; spacious halls, comfortable bed, modern bathroom with nice penny tile, nice hardwood floors, so close to Central Park, great Buddha Bowl.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
19 Jun 2024
Grinnell Gem
Staff very gracious, friendly and professional. Cool setting and public spaces, in a great location.
Warren
Warren, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 Oct 2024
There was no second reservation but Hotel Grinnell fixed the problem immediately. Excellent service!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
18 Jan 2025
My room was being heated not so greatly by a space heater. I was cold. The thermostat in the room wasn’t working. Otherwise my stay was good