Ramada by Wyndham des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr
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Ramada by Wyndham des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr

5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, Iowa, 50322, United States
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Pets welcome
Free parking
Ideal location
Lots to do
Amenities
Golf course
Indoor swimming pool
Gym
Private parkingFree
24-hour front desk
Bar
Bowling alley
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Property Description
Conveniently located off Interstate 3580 this Ramada Tropics Resort Conference Center Des Moines is just minutes from downtown Des Moines thrilling rides at Adventureland amusement park Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and live performances in the Iowa Events Center. After a day of business or leisure refresh at this hotel with complimentary wireless Internet access gym 18 000 square foot indoor water park. Water Park Hours Fri 4 to 10 pm. Sat 9 am to 12 pm 1to 10 pm Sun 9 am to 12pm. Water park passes are available with each overnight stay.arcade laundry and dry-cleaning services extensive event facilities and catering services. Enjoy a delicious meal at our Castaways Bar and Grill onsite. Guest room amenities include flat-screen TV refrigerator microwave desk and safe. Hot tub suites and handicapped-accessible rooms are also available. Pets are welcome at this smoke-free hotel. There is no charge for children 17 and under with an adult. Indoor Heated Pool and Waterpark Hrs Mon to Fri Open 4pm-9pm Sat 9am-12pm 1pm- 9pm closed for check-out Sun 9am-12pm.
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5.7/10
Great price for a Great time
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Surroundings
Airport: Des Moines International Airport
(19.7 km)
Landmarks: Best Escape Massage
(590m)
Landmarks: Skateland
(760m)
Landmarks: Urbandale Dog Park
(820m)
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Two-Bedroom Suite With One King Bed And Two Queen Beds-Non-Smoking

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Private bathroom
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5

1 King Bed, Deluxe Room, Poolside, Non-Smoking

1 King bed
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1 King Bed, Deluxe One-Bedroom Suite, Poolside, Non-Smoking

1 King bed
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1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible Room, Poolside, Non-Smoking

1 Queen bed
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King Suite Pool Side-Non-Smoking

1 King bed
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2 Queen Beds, Suite, Pool View, Non-Smoking

2 Queen bed
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2 Queen Beds, Pool Side, Non-Smoking

2 Queen bed
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Deluxe King Suite - Non-Smoking

1 King bed
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Deluxe King Room - Non-Smoking

1 King bed
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King Room - Non-Smoking

1 King bed
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2 Queen Beds, Deluxe Room, Non-Smoking

2 Queen bed
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2 Queen Beds Room, Non-Smoking

2 Queen bed
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Queen Room-Mobility Accessible-Non-Smoking

1 Queen bed
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King Room-Non-Smoking

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5.7/10
99 reviews
  • Cleanliness5.8
  • Amenities5.6
  • Location5.8
  • Service5.7
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Location: Several guests appreciate the central location, particularly convenient for nearby attractions like Des Moines and family-friendly venues.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
March 14, 2024
It was way better than I thought it would be for only 77 dollars a night. For sure will be going back.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 8, 2025
Great price for a Great time
T‍e‍r‍r‍a‍n‍c‍e‍ ‍M‍o‍r‍g‍a‍n
February 26, 2023
Seems as though all of the vending and ice machines weren't working on the first floor. Lots games were out of order as well. I'm also pretty sure my room had a mouse in it.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
October 2, 2025
We stayed there Sunday night, Sept 28. Will not stay there again. Terrible, rude girls at front desk. Wouldnt stop talking to each other to wait on people. Waterpark was closed. Bar was closed. Restaurant was closed. No mention of this on the website. One lap pool was open. No towels anyway. We asked housekeeping and front desk. They all said none were available. We asked for management. They said there none. We told them they would be hearing from us. Then 30 min later, they brought towels to the pool. Both were shaggy looking and inappropriately dressed. One in a baggy sweatshirt, the other in half a shirt. Very unprofessional. Hotel needs cleaning and lots of things replaced. Very outdated and worn out. Carpet was terrible. Breakfast was cold cereal, cold muffins and juice. Not much work put into that. Not worth the money. I geel like we tossed $100 down the toilet. Dont stay there!
T‍a‍m‍m‍y‍ ‍F
March 19, 2025
I'm sad to write this as I had high hopes for this place and it could be so good. We got there at 320 and were told the rooms aren't clean yet. Try back at 330 or 4. We returned at 4 to no less than 25 people in the lobby. 2 hours later, we were able to get checked in. When we finally got in, we didn't realize my handicapped mom would have to walk all the way around for her room. When we got her in the " accesible" room, we found a bed and a bathtub that she could not get into. She slept on the couch. The pool was a hike for her, and there wouldn't have been accessibility into the pool once we got there. Not that we could get in because there were too many people to move and the chlorine smell would have put her in an immediate asthma attack. The rest of our rooms were ok but so dated and needed maintenance . The shower actually didnt work in my sisters room but maintenance did show up and fix it.We decided not to go out that night so we went to boss' pizza. The lady was a little frazzled brought us menus and said she was alone and it might be a minute. she ran to grab a drink for another table and then went to the back. She was there awhile so we ordered through the QR code. We asked the guy who came out a few times if there was an estimate he said it's coming. One hour later the lady comes out of yhw back and says where do I start. We say we are still waiting for food. She's like ok let me check and he then comes out with some food. He hands me a philly cheese steak and the top says sub bacon out of philly. The entire thing was chopped up bacon! The cuban sandwich was ham and honey mustard, the pizza that was ordered wasn't even made and the rest of the food was burnt. Not to mention, we never had anyone grab drinks. Needless to say we will never be back.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
September 8, 2025
We had reservations booked in October 2024 with 4 pool side rooms- called 1 week prior to check in and the rooms had been cancelled without consent - talked to the front desk person who knew us and said that’s odd we knew you wouldn’t cancel (as we had been there prior many of times) and got them rebooked. Called the day prior and everything was good! Got there day of and NO pool side rooms available and didn’t know when any would be ready?! Sat in the pool lobby for 2 hours waiting and still NO rooms available all while 3 -THREE lazy ass people SAT up front to tell guests there were no rooms while saying the reason is they are SHORT staffed! Why does it take 3 people to tell people that?! Get your fat lazy asses up and clean some rooms to make the hotel run smoothly!! Instead large Marge in charge white trash Karen wanted to argue with potential guests about how she has no control over the situation.. excuse me? If you’re on duty and rooms aren’t clean get your lazy ass out there and help clean rooms!!!!!! Don’t sit there and argue with guests on why they aren’t clean when they were booked months in advance and when she was questioned she cancels our rooms! Because she knew she was a fat lazy POS that thinks being a hotel lobby clerk is a real career - got it ha! Then she goes out and SMOKES and gets on her phone while the other 2 front desk sit there - wow that’s how I’d want my hotel represented! To say the least NEVER stay here - it’s dirty and has bed bugs as well be WARE!!!!!
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
September 7, 2025
The gentleman at the front desk was great! He helped me get a room with a hot tub in it just like I asked. He went above and beyond his call of duty. I woukd recommend this hotel fir everyone. Especially kids, but adults as well!
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
August 10, 2025
This should not even be a 1 should be a negative 1. Megan at front desk VERY rude and should be fired! Rooms weren’t ready at check in and could not tell us when they would be ready , lost our reservation that we had called in months ago. Yelled at customers and told us just leave and cancelled rooms we had waited 2 hours for. I would suggest never going to this motel. Horrible place and not well kept.

Services & Amenities

Gym
Bar
Restaurant
Water park
Conference room
Multi-function room
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Restaurant
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Internet
Indoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Front desk services
Languages spoken
Food & drink
Health & wellness
Activities
Public areas
Cleaning services
Facilities for children
Business services
Accessibility
Safety & security

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 16:00
Check-out: Before 11:00

Front desk hours: 24/7

Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.

Breakfast
CuisineWestern
Opening hours [Mon - Fri] 06:30-09:00 Open [Sat - Sun] 07:00-10:00 Open
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are allowed on requestAdditional charge
Types of pets allowed: dogs
Fee: US$20.00 (approx. MXN369.69) per pet per night

Service animals
Service animals are allowed on request

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 21 years old

Paying at the hotel

Property Description

  • Opened: 1975
  • Number of Rooms: 242
Phone:+1-515-2002398
Email:gmramadadm@gmail.com
Conveniently located off Interstate 3580 this Ramada Tropics Resort Conference Center Des Moines is just minutes from downtown Des Moines thrilling rides at Adventureland amusement park Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and live performances in the Iowa Events Center. After a day of business or leisure refresh at this hotel with complimentary wireless Internet access gym 18 000 square foot indoor water park. Water Park Hours Fri 4 to 10 pm. Sat 9 am to 12 pm 1to 10 pm Sun 9 am to 12pm. Water park passes are available with each overnight stay.arcade laundry and dry-cleaning services extensive event facilities and catering services. Enjoy a delicious meal at our Castaways Bar and Grill onsite. Guest room amenities include flat-screen TV refrigerator microwave desk and safe. Hot tub suites and handicapped-accessible rooms are also available. Pets are welcome at this smoke-free hotel. There is no charge for children 17 and under with an adult. Indoor Heated Pool and Waterpark Hrs Mon to Fri Open 4pm-9pm Sat 9am-12pm 1pm- 9pm closed for check-out Sun 9am-12pm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the cancellation policy at Ramada by Wyndham des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr?

The cancellation policy at Ramada by Wyndham des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr depends on your room type and booking terms.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ramada by Wyndham des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr?

Check-in at Ramada by Wyndham des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr starts from 16:00, and the standard check-out time is by 11:00.

Is breakfast available at Ramada by Wyndham des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr?

Yes, Ramada by Wyndham des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr provides breakfast. Options include Western.

Are pets allowed at Ramada by Wyndham des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr?

Yes, pets are allowed at Ramada by Wyndham des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr, but it’s recommended to contact the property directly to confirm.

How do I get to Ramada by Wyndham des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr from the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is Des Moines International Airport, located about about 26 mins from hotel by car (19.7 km) away.

About This Property

Nearest AirportDes Moines International Airport
Distance to Airport19.73KM
Average Price FromMXN2107
Hotel Star Rating3