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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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Dive into fun at the indoor water park, featuring a slide, lazy river, and pirate ship pool. | Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Cozy living room with a comfortable sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a television. Perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. | Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Room 1: King-sized bed with white linens, two nightstands with lamps, and a flat-screen TV. Room 2: Queen-sized bed with white linens, one nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains. | Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Welcome to our serene lobby, where nature meets luxury with a touch of elegance. | Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Explore the vibrant atmosphere of a themed bar, inviting with its wooden decor and tropical vibe, perfect for a unique dining experience. | Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Reviews

6.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • 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
  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is $78
includes taxes & fees
$70 per night
Feb 5 - Feb 6

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

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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
Private bathroom
  • 204 sq ft
  • 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
  • 204 sq ft
  • 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
Private bathroom
  • 193 sq ft
  • 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
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

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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
  • 204 sq ft
  • 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
Separate bedroom
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
Separate bedroom
  • 247 sq ft
  • 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
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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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
Separate bedroom
  • 204 sq ft
  • 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
  • Drake University - 8 min drive
  • Val Air Ballroom - 10 min drive
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 12 min drive
  • Iowa Events Center - 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
  • ‪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

DONE

Hotel size

    • 166 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

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
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

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
DONE

Children

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

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
DONE

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:
  • Spa 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 fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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.

Reviews

6.2

Good

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Rikki, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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 family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

James, 1-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Kristen, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Irena, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Nakeisha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Justin, 1-night family trip
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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 business trip
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2/10 Poor

Save ur money! Waterpark not work it!
Lisa, 1-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Terrible
It started that we were supposed tobhave a 2 queen room. Got a king and pull-out. Bathroom door didnt shut. Back door was broke. Found dirty ubderwear under bed. And was told there was a buffet breakfast and the only thing out for breaksfast was premade muffins orange and apples and cereal. It was joke
Kristi, 2-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Abigail, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Not what was advertised.
We stopped on our way to Chicago. We chose this hotel for the indoor water park and hot tub. It would've been nice to have a good hot tub after a long drive. The hotel was almost deserted, water park was closed, and hot tub was luke warm. The staff was great and did what they could but the hotel itself was not a great representation of Ramada and we were very disappointed and not able to just Relax. Also, breakfast was not a buffet breakfast so we had to leave and pay for breakfast...on top of our hotel bill. The restaurant and bar personnel were great but there were only 2 staff members to cook, serve, and bartend.
Elissa, 1-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Patti, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Last time we stay here
Room wasn’t ready at checkin time and many people had to wait for hours for rooms. Pool was still rundown even after they said they “redid” stuff. No discounts or anything else for all the issues. Will be the last time we stay at this place.
WILLIAM, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Not fancy but we enjoyed our stay
I was skeptical due to the review but we had a good trip. It could definitely use some updates and they could do better at staying on top of some things but for the price we paid, it was fine for a quick trip and the kids enjoyed the waterpark. The only issues we ran into were our room not being ready at check-in (they were very busy given the holiday so we were understanding) and the staff was friendly even though it was obvious they were overworked and stressed out. The other issue was that they ran out of towels in the pool area and we only had 2 full size towels in our room despite there being 4 of us. We made do and they brought towels to our room once they were ready. If you're expecting a high end hotel then this isn't for you but it was an affordable stay with something to do for the kids and free breakfast so we were satisfied and would likely visit again.
1-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Sarah, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Had an amazing time pool was great for the kids but rooms could use an upgrade
staci, 2-night family trip
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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 family trip
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4/10 Fair

Terrible -10 stars
Check in was at 4pm, we disnt get into our rooms till closer to 7pm as the rooms were not ready yet from being cleaned. My parents had a massive blood stain on the mattress on their pull out couch. My room was not vacuumed at all, no toilet paper in the bathroom. Only 2 towels. Did not get anymore towels. We inly stayed one night, so not a terrible deal. My little cousins, minors, went with my grandma to the front desk to get a new key as she lost hers. She accidentally told them MY room number instead.of hers and they gave her a room key to my room. They didnt bother to check anyones ID, just gave some random person a key to a random room.
Lain, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Excellent customer service
Amber, 1-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Great customer service. Nice sheets and bedding. Easy to find parking. Facility worn, door to room looked like it had been broken and repaired, no hot water in shower in evening or in morning, no closet door in room, dirty glass doors-handprints all over. Other guests, strong “smell” in hallways, kids running, yelling, slamming doors on and off until 4am. Pool area good for younger kids.
Michelle, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

2-night family trip
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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 business trip
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8/10 Very Good

Randy, 1-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Find another hotel
Our first room had a terrible smell so staff moved us to another room, which was OK. Rooms were clean and the beds comfortable enough. We booked this hotel for the water features especially the hot tub. This is the only time I've ever been cold in a hot tub, the water was lukewarm, about like a heated pool. There were no pool towels and others said there hadn't been any all day. After about 45 minutes we went back to the room (wet) to take a shower and warm up. The shower temperature was colder than the hot tub. Sink had hot water but barely any in the shower. Had a good night's sleep, intended to get up and try the hot tub again. Found out the pool area doesn't open until 10 am with checkout at 11 am. Everything else was so poor we didn't even bother looking at the breakfast. I don't recommend this hotel, won't ever go back.
Steven, 1-night family trip
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