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About the Hotel

5000 Merle Hay Road, Urbandale, Iowa, United States, 50322
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Close to Lions Park
Guest rating
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The 3-star family Ramada By Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr Urbandale is located 22 minutes' drive from Des Moines International airport and offers an indoor pool as well as a gym facility. The smoke-free hotel offers a ballroom and a banquet hall and sits nearly a 10-minute ride from Terra Lake.

Location

This Urbandale hotel is situated within a 7-km distance of the 500 - acre open - air museum "Living History Farms" and 2.1 km from the Lew Clarkson Park. The Ramada Urbandale is also 42 km from Cedar Rapids.

Rooms

Some of the 242 soundproof rooms at the accommodation are furnished with a writing desk, and appointed with tea and coffee-making facilities. Guests can use a separate toilet, along with bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

The American restaurant in Ramada By Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr offers dishes for lunch. The restaurant serves American cuisine. There is also a tiki bar. While staying at the hotel, guests can choose from dining options nearby, such as Wendy's, located only 8 minutes' stroll away, or Pagliai's Pizza at a 15-minute walking distance.

Leisure & Business

Beach facilities at the property include beach towels.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Des Moines Art Center for contemporary artwork and gardens.
  • Try the famous Maid-Rite sandwich at the Maid-Rite Café nearby.
  • Check out the historic State Capitol for stunning architecture and tours.
  • Explore the hidden gem of the Pappajohn Sculpture Park downtown.
  • Don't miss the local farmers' market for fresh produce and artisan goods.
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Ramada By Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
King Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
295 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Coffee machine
Heating
Deluxe King Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
295 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Coffee machine
Heating
Queen Room Mobility Access or Non-Smoking
2 persons
295 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Coffee machine
Heating
1 Queen Bed Accessible Room Poolside Non-Smoking
2 persons
295 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Coffee machine
Heating
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Facilities

Ramada By Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Bowling
  • Golf course

Services

  • Laundry
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool
  • Water slides
  • Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Plunge pool
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Aqua park
  • Live entertainment
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Ramada By Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr Location

5000 Merle Hay Road, Urbandale, Iowa, United States, 50322
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5000 Merle Hay Road, Urbandale, Iowa, United States, 50322
Nearby
Trestle to Trestle Trail
3400 ft
American Reading Academy
3600 ft
Restaurants
Bandit Burrito
4100 ft
5340 Merle Hay Rd
Sonic Drive-In
3900 ft
5350 Merle Hay Road
Getting around
City Centre
Urbandale35 min  ·  1.8 mi
Airports
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)25 min  ·  10.2 mi
Boone Municipal (BNW)92 min  ·  37.8 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
All visitors are offered a continental breakfast for a fee. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Year renovated:
2009
Number of rooms:
242
Former name
Holiday Inn Merle Hay

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Ramada By Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 705 verified reviews
4.9/10
Guest rating
29%
Recommend
Breakfast
4.4/10
Cleanliness
5.9/10
Comfort
5.9/10
Facilities
5.5/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.1/10
Location
7.4/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.6/10
Staff
6.8/10
Value for money
5.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 442 reviews
5.1/10
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