Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center

5000 Merle Hay Rd., Des Moines, IA 50322 United States (USA) near Exit 131 on I-35 (~0.1mi)
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3 Star Property
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  • Has an indoor pool!
  • The Avg. Group Discount is 6.0%!
  • Gym is available on property
  • 166 rooms in hotel
  • 2 floors in hotel
  • 18 suites in hotel
  • Check-in time: 4:00 PM
  • Group booking rating of 9.3/10

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Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days

Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

Local Attractions

Prairie Meadows Race Track & Casino, Adventureland Amusement Park, Saylorville Lake, Veterans Memorial Auditorium, Merle Hay Mall, Wells Fargo Arena, Blank Park Zoo, Principal Park Stadium (Iowa Cubs AAA Baseball), KGGO Arena (Des Moines Buccaneers).

Verified Reviews of Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Double booked our room. Breakfast had hashbrowns,pancakes, cereal, milk and decaf coffee,."
Overall Score1.0/ 5
The beds were comfortable.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
16-Aug-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Aug 12 to Wed Aug 14 2024 at a $129.99 average nightly rate.
"Bathroom ceiling was dripping water and the bathroom door didn’t shut and wouldn’t lock."
Overall Score2.0/ 5
Poor
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
10-Aug-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Aug 08 to Fri Aug 09 2024 at a $129.99 average nightly rate.
"Stayed with granddaughter."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Loved the theme, needs updated.
(Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms), from US flag
21-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jul 17 to Fri Jul 19 2024 at a $160.49 average nightly rate.
"Kid/family friendly atmosphere."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
This is our 2nd time here and we absolutely love it for the price. Free breakfast is a perk we look for on top of clean rooms. Plus plus!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
17-Mar-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Mar 15 to Sun Mar 17 2024 at a $161.99 average nightly rate.
"Room cleans comfy, staff friendly. Everyone was so kind and helpful. The front desk was so amazing i"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Room cleans comfy, staff friendly. Everyone was so helpful.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
29-Nov-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Nov 26 to Mon Nov 27 2023 at a $76.99 average nightly rate.
"Clean room and good friendly staff. Thank You"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Clean room and good friendly staff. Every employee we dealt with was great thank you!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
06-Jun-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jun 03 to Sun Jun 04 2023 at a $189.00 average nightly rate.
"Always Great!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
We always use this hotel for our children's birthday parties. Always enjoy ourselves when we come here to stay. Great service and rooms always meet our expectations. Great experience every time we stay!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
04-Jun-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 02 to Sun Jun 04 2023 at a $124.95 average nightly rate.

Property Description

For a relaxing escape in the Midwest, stay at our Ramada Tropics Resort/Conference Center Des Moines hotel. Conveniently located off I-35 and I-80 near downtown Des Moines, our pet-friendly hotel offers the best amenities for both families and those traveling on business. Plan your next special event or business meeting with us. Featuring 10,000 square feet of event space, our hotel offers six meeting rooms that accommodate up to 400 conference or banquet guests. We can also arrange great rates for groups of all sizes.REVEL IN FUN AND MIDWESTERN HOSPITALITY WITH OUR AMENITIES:• 166 Guestrooms• Microwave & Mini-Refrigerator in All Rooms• FREE Hot Breakfast Available• Free Parking• Free Wi-Fi• Arcade Game Room Our conference center includes our main ballroom, which can seat up to 400 and can be sub-divided into three rooms. We also offer 4 additional breakout rooms ranging from 450 – 980 square feet.Our waterpark is 18,000 square feet of wet-n-wild fun for everyone. There are four pools, a hot tub, two 160 ft. tube slides, 40 ft. pirate ship, zero depth entry pool, water basketball & volleyball, sandy beaches, and a pool-side Tiki Bar. Your attendees will feel like they are in the tropics!Boss Pizza and Chicken restaurant and lounge is open 11am-3am daily serving lunch & dinner. Our conference center kitchen can host meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We can work with you to create your menu. -No one will leave hungry!ALL of our guest rooms feature wireless internet, 37” flat panel televisions, refrigerators, personal safes, and pillow-top mattresses. We have 166 rooms, including 18 pool-side suites, king beds in our single rooms and queen beds in all of our two-bedded rooms.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 4:00 PM
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Year of Last Renovation: 2009
Floors: 2
Rooms: 166
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 166
Handicap Rooms: 7
Rooms with 1 Bed: 32
Rooms with 2 Beds: 134
Suites: 18
Room Windows: Windows Don't Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 1 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 10000 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 433 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site
Lounge/Bar Hours: 4pm - 3am
FEMA Approved: Yes
Pool Info:
Our waterpark is 18,000 square feet of wet-n-wild fun for everyone. There are four pools, a hot tub, two 160 ft. tube slides, 40 ft. pirate ship, zero depth entry pool, water basketball & volleyball, sandy beaches, and a pool-side Tiki Bar. Hours vary throughout the week and seasons.
Ownership: Wyndham
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
24 hours
Nightly Parking: Free
Typical Group Deposit: $1000
Total Taxes: 12.00%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Banquet Gallon of Coffee: 0.00 Per Function (Complimetary)
Banquet Soda: 2.00 Per Person

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • ATM
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Central location
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: JCB
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Games room
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Jacuzzi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - indoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

Des Moines International Airport, located 15- 20 minutes SE. of the Hotel. One way taxi charges approximately $40.00. No shuttle service available.

Local Shuttle Info: Not available.

Breakfast Information

Complimentary breakfast buffet served daily.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

Parking Info

Free parking, over 500 spots.

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the entire hotel.

Cleaning Policies

Daily housekeeping provided.

About Ramada

  • Free high-speed wireless internet access in the U.S. and Canada
  • San Francisco Soap company bath amenities
  • Conference meeting spaces available based on location
  • Ramada Limited Hotels offer free breakfast and swimming pools
  • Ramada Hotels offer on-site restaurants or a-la-carte food services
  • Ramada Plaza Hotels are located near major city centers and airports. They also offer a vaariety of on-site restaurants and lounges, conference space and banquet facilities

The Ramada highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: PerKup Cafe - A cozy cafe serving delicious breakfast options. Located 1 mile from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Fong's Pizza - Unique pizza flavors with a Chinese twist. Located 5 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Jethro's BBQ n' Pork Chop Grill - Famous for their BBQ and pork chop dishes. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Adventureland Park - An amusement park with thrilling rides and attractions. Located 10 miles from the hotel.
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: Scenic Route Bakery - A charming bakery offering freshly baked goods. Located 3 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Zombie Burger + Drink Lab - A quirky burger joint with creative burger options. Located 6 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Centro - A trendy Italian restaurant with a modern atmosphere. Located 8 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Pappajohn Sculpture Park - An outdoor park showcasing contemporary sculptures. Located 7 miles from the hotel.
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: La Mie Bakery - A French-inspired bakery serving delicious pastries. Located 4 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Malo - A Mexican restaurant offering flavorful dishes and margaritas. Located 7 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: 801 Chophouse - A high-end steakhouse known for its prime cuts of meat. Located 9 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Des Moines Art Center - A renowned art museum featuring a diverse collection. Located 6 miles from the hotel.

Previously known as:
Ramada Northwest / Des Moines, Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines, Ramada Tropics Resort & Conference Center

Hotel Rate Trends at Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center

Rate fluctuations of Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center

This chart illustrates averages of sleeping room prices for both our group prices and the best online individual traveler rates we could find at the time the group offer was submitted. The best group/meeting discount shown is 6.4% in June 2024 and the highest average individual rate is $224 in the month of June 2024. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center in a month when rates are lower.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center.

Feel free to use the Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Des Moines event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sqft.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
Theater Layout
Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Main,Ballroom 33 x 48 x 14 5200433/----21612514912533/--577520--
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Main,Ballroom

Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
5200 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
33 x 48 x 14 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Columns:
0
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System

FAQs about Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center have?

There are 166 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center?

Complimentary breakfast buffet served daily.

What parking is available at Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center?

Free parking, over 500 spots.

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the entire hotel.

Is there a gym at Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

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

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Our waterpark is 18,000 square feet of wet-n-wild fun for everyone. There are four pools, a hot tub, two 160 ft. tube slides, 40 ft. pirate ship, zero depth entry pool, water basketball & volleyball, sandy beaches, and a pool-side Tiki Bar. Hours vary throughout the week and seasons..

Can I get a group rate at Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center?

Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 6.0%.

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