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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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Indoor pool
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby
Reviews
6.6

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Restaurant
The price is $80
$89 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20

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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6/10 Okay

The space of the room was great for our large group so we could all be together. Staff at desk friendly, but will not ge...
Kara
May 15, 2024
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Room options

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Private bathroom
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Private bathroom
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Private bathroom
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Private bathroom
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (1 King Bed and 2 Queen Bed) | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Separate bedroom
  • 226 sq ft
  • 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 cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed
  • 204 sq ft
  • 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 | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed
  • 204 sq ft
  • 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 cribs/infant beds

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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 game 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
  • Living History Farms - 10 min drive
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 12 min drive
  • Hy Vee Hall - 12 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/game 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
  • A TV in the lobby, meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A gift shop, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
Room features
All 166 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • HDTVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, 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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 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 crib
  • 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
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (10,000 square feet 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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • 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 crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 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 available

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:
  • Spa tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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 lbs 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 cribs are available on request at the property

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-authorize 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 May 15, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines on May 19, 2024 start from $79.9, excluding 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 lbs 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?

Check-out 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. 220 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 215 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 149 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 156 out of 1002 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The space of the room was great for our large group so we could all be together. Staff at desk friendly, but will not get anything done. Asked for maintenance for a bathroom door that wouldn't lock, a fridge that didn't work, housekeeping on day 2 for toilet paper and more towels, and NOTHING. Luke-warm to cool showers every day. It is a bar counter and not a kitchen. Elevator did not work to our room to unload carts. Breakfast was worst ever had (brown fruit, awful breakfast pizza every day). Not worth the $$. Good area to have hotel with walking distance to parks and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

PATRICIA

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was not what we expected, the pictures online were not updated, the room was ok, but the facility needs to be clean the carpet was dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Crystal

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Ashley, Mechanicsville

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very disappointed with the water resort being out of service due to them painting. Me & my husband pay $100 for a room so we can take our 3 year old daughter to the water park but after we got checked in we were told it was closed. They could have had something posted online or the doors or anywhere that the water resort was closed but they didn’t say that anywhere. I could of got a lot cheaper hotel room with a swimming pool.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

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

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
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

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
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

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

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Indoor Pool & Nice Bathroom
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
3.0