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Reviewed 8 January 2020

We have stayed here many times and it just keeps getting better. Our favorite stays are Family Christmas gatherings. The decor is very woodsy and they decorate it beautifully. The suites are huge which makes a nice place for our family to gather around the fireplace and open presents. We especially like the cottages where the breakfasts include made to order omelets. Every employee was extra kind and accommodating. You can swim in the snow.

Date of stay: December 2019
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StoneyCreekGM, General Manager at Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston, responded to this reviewResponded 8 January 2020

Familymaker,

Thank you so much for the kind review. We enjoy being that retreat that you can escape to and enjoy time with family. We love being the option for so many people around the holidays and are always happy to hear that we were able to play a small part in making your holiday special. We look forward to seeing you again and hosting you and your family in the future.

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Reviewed 16 November 2019 via mobile

quit clean and comfortable great breakfast and service clean safe area for family friendly service will be returning lots of parking close to shopping areas and interstate availability is always easy see you soon

Date of stay: November 2019
Trip type: Travelled with family
Thank scott l
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StoneyCreekGM, General Manager at Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston, responded to this reviewResponded 20 November 2019

scott - we're so glad you enjoyed your stay and found our location so convenient to accessing so many of our great local shopping. We look forward to seeing you again when your travels bring you back to Des Moines.

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Reviewed 9 October 2019 via mobile

Room was clean but there was a weak spot in the bathroom floor. Chlorine was a bit strong in the hot tub. Fitness room was a good size and had some nice equipment but the all-in-one equipment is in need of repair or replacement. Breakfast was good. The hotel was clean. Friendly staff.

Date of stay: September 2019
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Thank Tania M
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Lyndon H, Guest Relations Manager at Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston, responded to this reviewResponded 11 October 2019

Dear Tania M,

Thank you for choosing to be our guest and we are pleased to hear that overall you enjoyed your experience with us. However, I am disappointed to hear that you found the chlorine a bit strong and some of our weight equipment in need of repair. I will share this feedback with our general manager to ensure he is aware of these issues and passes them along to the appropriate departments to resolve.

Again we thank you for your feedback and truly hope to have the opportunity to better serve you in the future.


Warm regards,


Lyndon H
Guest Relations Manager
Stoney Creek Hospitality Corporation

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Reviewed 9 September 2019 via mobile

Stayed here due to proximity to Iowa State Fair and was impressed by comfortable rooms and attractive indoor/outdoor pool.
Staff were very pleasant and helpful and breakfast was fine - the usual you get in motels but otherwise this has the feel of a lodge rather than motel.
There’s a pizzeria in the hotel and reception will happily give you take away menus for other restaurants to order from your room phone and have delivered to your door. We had good Thai food delivered.
I’d happily stay again.

Date of stay: August 2019
Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Julia D, Regional Operations Coordinator at Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston, responded to this reviewResponded 9 September 2019

Dear sibellius2016,

Thank you for your kind accolades of our awesome indoor/outdoor pool, friendly staff and convenient location! Stoney Creek Hotels truly provides a homey Northwoods escape for all those traveling on business and pleasure, so we are happy to hear you were able to experience that firsthand while visiting for the Iowa State Fair. We greatly appreciate this wonderful review and look forward to the opportunity to host you again in the future!

Best wishes,

Julia D.
Regional Operations Coordinator

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Reviewed 4 September 2019

My wife and I got there right about 3 for check in. Our room was not ready right away so we sat in the lobby for about 15 mins. Once we got to our room it was a very nice room. It was nice and quiet and the hot tub in the room was not bad either. Over all it was a nice stay.

Date of stay: August 2019
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Julia D, Regional Operations Coordinator at Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston, responded to this reviewResponded 9 September 2019

Dear doug712,

Thank you for choosing to be our guest and we are pleased to hear that overall you enjoyed your experience with us. I do apologize that your room was not ready when you arrived, but am happy to hear that you were pleased with your whirlpool suite once you did check-in! We greatly appreciate you taking the time to share your valuable feedback and look forward to your future stays with us.

Best wishes,

Julia D.
Regional Operations Coordinator

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