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Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3.0 star property

Family-friendly hotel with water park and free breakfast
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Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

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Indoor pool
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby

Overview of Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Reviews
6.6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
The price is NZ$177
Price available on 28/4/2024

Check out the area

Map
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA, 50322
  • Popular LocationMerle Hay Mall3 min drive
  • Popular LocationDrake University8 min drive
  • Popular LocationWells Fargo Arena12 min drive
  • AirportDes Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)28 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible)

Room amenity

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (1 King Bed and 2 Queen Bed)

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (1 King Bed and 2 Queen Bed)

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (1 King Bed and 2 Queen Bed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Poolside (Accessible)

Room amenity

Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Poolside (Accessible)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub, Poolside (1 Bedroom)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub, Poolside (1 Bedroom)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Urbandale

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines is located in Urbandale. The area's natural beauty can be seen at John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, while Iowa Gold Star Military Museum and Des Moines Community Playhouse are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Buccaneer Arena.
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What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 3 min drive
  • Drake University - 8 min drive
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 12 min drive
  • Hy Vee Hall - 12 min drive
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 6 min walk
  • Starbucks - 3 min drive
  • Casey's General Store - 2 min drive
  • Panera Bread - 2 min drive

About this property

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Family-friendly hotel near Iowa Gold Star Military Museum
Located close to Buccaneer Arena, Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines provides a free breakfast buffet, a water park and a poolside bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Castaways Grill, the on-site restaurant. In addition to an arcade/games room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool with a waterslide
  • Free self-parking
  • Wedding services, a TV in reception and a 24-hour front desk
  • A vending machine, smoke-free property and meeting rooms
Room features
All 166 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 37-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and free infant beds

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Castaways Grill

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Water park
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water park
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (10,000 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday:
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 30 lb per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Ramada Tropics
Ramada Tropics Des Moines
Ramada Tropics Resort
Ramada Tropics Resort Des Moines
Tropics Resort
Des Moines Ramada
Ramada Des Moines
Ramada Hotel Des Moines
Ramada Tropics Hotel Des Moines
Ramada Tropics Resort / Conference Center Des Moines Iowa
Ramada Tropics Resort Moines Urbandale
Ramada Tropics Resort Moines
Ramada Tropics Moines Urbandale
Ramada Tropics Moines
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines?

As of 24 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines on 1 May 2024 start from NZ$177.83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 30 lb per pet. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines located?

Set in Urbandale, this family-friendly hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Buccaneer Arena, Iowa Gold Star Military Museum and Des Moines Community Playhouse. John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Iowa Hall of Pride are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 213 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 150 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 154 out of 1002 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maksim, Prior Lake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

LINDSAY MARIE

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I was SUPER skeptical to book this stay based off the reviews here and the price seemed too good to be true. Hotel rooms are a bit outdated and dingy. But for the price of the room and the pool it's completely worth it! It wasnt dirty by any means. We stayed in a poolside suite with a hottub. The room is HUGE! The pool is the highlight of the place, my kids loved it. There is also quite a few lifegaurds they have working while its open. Which I did not expect but was cool for the peace of mind with 2 crazy kids running around. The arcade was fun and the restaurant was okay. But the ladies working the bar were great! The breakfast was hot buffet style. Eggs, sausage, pancakes, and hashbrowns. Nice to actually have the hot breakfast though. We also had an issue with our reservation through Expedia and the staff was more than helpful and handled it all awesomely. Everyone we encountered was great and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Aurora

Liked: Staff & service
Nice place but needs a good cleaning
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

MaKayla

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff need better training. I tried asking simple things about the hotel and they were clueless. The elevator was broke and they had no idea. I informed the night shift about this and then in the morning asked about it and they had no clue so I’m guessing the night shift worker I spoke to had not said anything to any manager or anyone. I tried asking the breakfast hours to the night staff and the best they could say was I don’t know I work nights not mornings. This was frustrating as we wanted to know when to be up by to make sure we could make the free breakfast. Hotel room was in decent shape other than mold on the ceilings and lamp shades but we were pool side so I guess that’s inevitable??? The pool was nice other than not having the hot tub open. The life guards were amazing at doing their job. I could tell they took the safety of the kids swimming seriously. Restaurant staff were nice other than being clueless also. I placed a to go order and wanted to know about the dessert pizza and was told I don’t know what it is it’s a newer item. I had to look online and figure it out for myself when he could have just asked the cook or something to tell me. Morning staff were a lot better. Very kind and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Derek

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness
Pool is nice, hotel is musty
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Miriam, BRITT

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Harriett

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Annaleyza

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room didn’t have towels, dirty things left behind by previous people, dirty carpets, pool area dirty and slick, “breakfast” in the morning had AWFUL options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Kassi

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in is 4:00, our room was not ready until 5:45 after driving 4 hours with 6 kids I had to find something for us to do while we waited almost 2 hours until our room was ready, and spend money I was not expecting to. They refused to allow us to go into the water park while we were waiting on our room. I called to speak with the GM first thing Monday morning and still has not returned my phone call. The facility was not the cleanest. We will not be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024