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Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Urbandale with water park and indoor pool

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines, where family fun meets relaxation. Savor a free breakfast buffet, splash into the indoor pool with a waterslide, and unwind at the poolside bar or Castaways Grill on site. With an arcade/game room and helpful staff nearby, your stay is sure to be an unforgettable experience.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free breakfast

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Water park
  • Waterslide
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is $70
$78 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24

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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 - double
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
  • 19 sq m
  • 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
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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 - double
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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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
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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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
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • 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
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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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 - double
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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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
  • 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 | 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
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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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 - 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 | 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 - double
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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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
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA, 50322

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Drake University - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Living History Farms - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 12 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines puts you within a 15-minute drive of Drake University and Wells Fargo Arena. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the water park, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an indoor pool and a poolside bar, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 166 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • 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

    • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 30 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast 6:30 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Water park access

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (10000 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Television in common areas
  • An indoor pool
  • Water park
  • Arcade/game room
  • Waterslide
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Closed captioned TV

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

Castaways Grill - Onsite restaurant.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

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

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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.

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 30 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines?

You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines and nearby?

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines has a waterslide and an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Castaways Grill.

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Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

6.0

Good

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very Nice Stay
Last minute, quick overnight trip for business. Great rate, very nice clean place. Comfortable room, easy in and out check in. A place I would definitely revisit.
Jim, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The indoor swim park is perfect for all ages.
WENDY, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice to have restaurant in hotel
Nicole, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Had an amazing time pool was great for the kids but rooms could use an upgrade
staci, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Check in took forever almost 2 hours. Booked a double queen and got double full? Or some really small queens but after two hr check in wasn’t worth the wait. Shower was Luke warm at best. The kids had a blast at the water park though so I guess it’s ok.
William, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Terrible
Check in took 2 hours and they'd given our room away. Got into a different room with a door that barely latched, a bathroom door that didn't latch at all, stains everywhere, and remnants of birthday streamers taped to the ceiling.
1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Wish I could give 0 didn’t even stay because they had roaches having a hard time getting refund
Brenda, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good place to stay if you have kids
The pool was fun for my son and well monitored. The staff was friendly. Could definitely use some amenity updates in the rooms.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable beds
david, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good pool for kids, understaffed.
Julian, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

🙄
First, we got there and had to wait 2 hours for check in bc there was literally no staff. So we went to the bathroom and changed to go to the pool while waiting and the bathroom was so disgusting. The pool area was filthy. The hot tub was Luke warm and the jets didn't work and it smelled so bad. When we finally got a room out was eh. Clean but a weird smell. Beds were uncomfortable but the pillows were actually good. No tub in the bathroom, only a shower. Bathroom door was broken so it wouldn't open back up if you closed it all the way.
Margaret, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Too many unaccompanied kids.
Stayed to take my daughter to the pool. They shut down slides early because of nasty little parentless kids puking or something.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Decent for price
Very friendly staff at check in. Hotel is older, remodel attempts seem to have been made just not complete or quality
Derek, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The kids enjoyed the water park emensely.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay! Thank you!
Jessica, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The children’s pool was closed the pools we could use one was freezing cold kids couldn’t even swim yet for life were terribly rude. The fool is supposed to open at nine in the morning and I didn’t open it up till 930 goes about 20 kids waiting for the pool. Life cards were terribly rude terribly rude.
Gina, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was an alright place to stay. Front desk staff was absent a lot and had to ring a bell for service. The restaurant was not open until like 3:00 so we had to go find food for lunch. Pool was versatile and adequate for young children. Room was good and clean. Would stay again.
chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

If you have small kids, definitely check this place out!
Claudia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My family and I enjoyed the stay. Night staff went above and beyond to get us a remote for our room. Loved the view of the water park.
Adriana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Liked the pool area
Jacqueline, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good breakfast... pool/water park is perfect for kids 3-10
Scott, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Pretty Sketchy
The room smelled of back up sewer. There was so much dust on the lightbulbs that it smelled "hot" when you turned on the lamp. Something was leaking in the wall that had a puddle of water outside our door. For some reason our key cards didn't work the second day, so we had to go back up to the front desk (there were 5 families in line) The staff was very kind and helpful. The pool for the kiddos made all the badness worth it.
Stephanie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good for family
Kimberly, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a nice friendly place to stay and very kid friendly. Will stay again
SHEILA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My kids love the waterpark. Plus it has a bar!
Diana, 1-night trip