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Ramada Tropics Resort / Conference Center Des Moines

5000 Merle Hay Road, I-80 & Exit 131, Des Moines, IA 50322 US

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3.5Average TripAdvisor Overall Rating of 3.5 of 5 for Ramada Tropics Resort / Conference Center Des Moines
Based On 451 reviews
  • Phone Numbers
      Phone: 1-515-278-0271
      Fax: 1-515-276-8172
  • No smoking
  • Maximum 2 pets allowed in designated pet-friendly rooms for non-refundable charge of $10 per pet per night. Pet Sanitation Fee is $25 if applicable. Service animals are also welcome at this hotel.

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Ramada Tropics Resort / Conference Center Des Moines in Des Moines, IowaRamada Tropics Resort / Conference Center Des Moines in Des Moines, Iowa
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Minutes to Downtown Des Moines and Featuring an 18,000 Square Foot Indoor Water Park

Enjoy a relaxing escape in the Midwest at our Ramada Tropics Resort / Conference Center Des Moines hotel. Conveniently located off Interstate 35 / 80 near downtown, our Des Moines hotel offers family fun and business-class comfort. Plan your day or catch up on email using our free high-speed Internet and stay active with a workout in our gym. For a day of family fun, let loose in our arcade or make a splash in our 18,000-square-foot water park, featuring several slides and a pirate ship play center. At the end of an exciting day, kick back and watch your flat-screen TV or unwind in our large hot tub. Our extensive event facilities will help you make your business or social gathering a success. Handicapped-accessible rooms are available and kids 17 and under stay free with an adult.

Enjoy a relaxing escape in the Midwest at our Ramada Tropics Resort / Conference Center Des Moines hotel. Conveniently located off Interstate 35 / 80 near downtown, our Des Moines hotel offers family fun and business-class comfort. Plan your day or catch up on email using our free high-speed Internet and stay active with a workout in our gym. For a day of family fun, let loose in our arcade or make a splash in our 18,000-square-foot water park, featuring several slides and a pirate ship play center. At the end of an exciting day, kick back and watch your flat-screen TV or unwind in our large hot tub. Our extensive event facilities will help you make your business or social gathering a success. Handicapped-accessible rooms are available and kids 17 and under stay free with an adult.

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

One mile from our Des Moines hotel, Merle Hay Mall provides a fun day of shopping with dozens of stores offering something for the whole family. Feel the excitement on roller coasters and raging rivers at Adventureland amusement park, less than 15 miles away. If you feel lucky, play the slots or enjoy world-class gaming at Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, just 15 minutes away in Altoona. For a night out on the town, watch sports, attend an event or see big-name entertainment at Hy-Vee Hall and Wells Fargo Arena – downtown in the Iowa Events Center.

DINING OPTIONS

Enjoy a casual meal in the festive resort atmosphere of Castaways Bar and Grill, our on-site restaurant. Our Des Moines hotel also features a modern Tiki bar. Nearby Daytonas All Sports Cafe offers a friendly environment and a great place to watch a game. For a quick bite after an exciting day, grab a pie or eat home-style pasta at nearby Pagliai’s Pizza.

BUSINESS AND EVENT FACILITIES

Our hotel in Des Moines features 8,000-square-feet of meeting and banquet facilities that can accommodate up to 350 people. Audio / visual equipment, dance floors and catering services are available.

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  • Business

    Business: Business Center

  • Gym

    Gym: Fitness Center

  • Internet

    Internet: High Speed Internet Access

  • Pets

    Pets: Pet Friendly

  • Pool

    Pool:

  • Restaurant

    Restaurant: Fine Dining & Catered Events

  • Meeting

    Meeting: Board Rooms, Small & Large Meeting Rooms

  • Truck/Bus Parking

    Truck/Bus Parking: Truck/Bus Parking

  • Room Service

    Room Service:

  • Laundry

    Laundry:

  • ATM

    ATM:

  • Car Parking

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  • Bar

    Bar:

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Amenities & Services

  • Accessible Facilities
        Accommodations have bath in bedroom
        Brailed Elevators
        Elevator access to all levels
        Elevator near disability accessible rooms
        Flat terrain between parking and entrance
        Hotel entrance is wheel accessible
        Parking / drop off point adjacent to entrance
        Ramp Access
        Steps / staircases have handrails
        Wheelchair-Accessible Elevators
  • Business Center
        Audio-Visual Equipment
        Business Center
        Chairs
        Computer Access
        Computer Modem Hookups
        Easel
        Equipment Rental
        Flip Chart/Markers
        Projector - Overhead
        Screens
        Tables
        Whiteboards
  • Children and Teen Activities
        Pool - Childrens
  • Commercial
        Banking/ATM Service
  • Dining and Entertainment
        Bar / Lounge
        Catering
        Coffee Shop
        Fine Dining
        Game Room
  • General Hotel Information and Services
        100% Non-Smoking Property
        ATM/Cash Machine
        Check-Out - Express
        Convenience Store
        Copy Service
        Courtyard
        Directional Signage
        Elevators
        Event Planning Services
        Front Desk
        Gift Shop
        Hospitality Room
        Housekeeping
        Ice Machine
        Laundromat
        Laundry/Valet
        Poolside Service
        Restaurant
        Vending Machines
        Wake-Up Calls
  • Health Activities and Sports
        Fitness Center
        Hot Tub
        Indoor Heated Pool
        Indoor Pool
        Swimming
        Universal Gym
        Weightlifting
  • Meeting and Event Facilities
        Ballroom
        Banquet Facility
        Conference Rooms
        Meeting and Conference Services
        Meeting Rooms
        Wedding Services
  • Recreation
        Shopping
  • Safety & Security
        Alarms - Audible in Public Areas
        Doors - Have Deadbolts
        Doors - Have View Ports
        Doors - Self-Closing
        Electronic Room Key System
        Emergency Exit Maps
        Emergency Lighting
        Entrance - Accessible By Interior Corridor
        Fire Detectors
        Fire Detectors - In Hallways
        Fire Detectors - in Public Areas
        Fire Extinguishers - in Hallways
        Guest room floors - Multiple exits
        Smoke Alarms/Detectors - Audible
        Smoke Alarms/Detectors - Audible In Hallways
        Smoke Alarms/Detectors - Audible In Public Areas
        Sprinklers
        Sprinklers - In Hallways
        Sprinklers - In Public Areas
        Video Surveillance - In Entrances
        Video Surveillance - In Public Areas
        Video Surveillance- In Hallways
        Windows - Locks
  • Technology Services
        Computer Printing
        Fax Service
        High Speed Internet Access - Business Center
        High Speed Internet Access - Meeting Rooms
        High Speed Internet Access - Public Areas
        Public Computer Access
        TV
        Wireless Data Connection - Business Center
        Wireless Data Connection - Meeting Rooms
        Wireless Data Connection - Public Areas
  • Transportation and Parking
        Bus/Truck Parking
        Disabled Parking
        Outdoor Parking
        Parking - Motorcycle
        Parking - Trailer
        Parking – Car

Hotel Policies

  • Check-In Time
      4:00 PM
  • Check-Out Time
      12:00 PM
  • Pet Policy
      Maximum 2 pets allowed in designated pet-friendly rooms for non-refundable charge of $10 per pet per night. Pet Sanitation Fee is $25 if applicable. Service animals are also welcome at this hotel.
  • Smoke Free Policy
      100% Non Smoking

Local Attractions

  • Merle Hay Shopping Mall - 1 mi
  • Drake University - 6 mi
  • Downtown Convention / Civic Center - 7 mi
  • Living History Farms - 7 mi
  • Valley West Mall - 8 mi
  • Glenn Oaks Golf Club - 10 mi
  • Hy-Vee Hall - 10 mi
  • Iowa Events Center - 10 mi
  • Iowa State Capital - 10 mi
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 10 mi
  • Adventureland Amusement Park -12 mi
  • Des Moines Botanical Gardens - 12 mi
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 12 mi
  • Science Center - 12 mi
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 15 mi
  • Tournament Club of Iowa - 15 mi
  • World Pork Expo - 15 mi
  • Blank Park Zoo - 16 mi
  • Covered Bridges of Madison County - 30 mi
  • Iowa Speedway - 45 mi
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Dining

  • Applebees - 1 mi
  • Bennigans - 1 block
  • Carlos OKellys - 0.5 mi
  • Castaways Bar and Grill - On Site
  • Daytonas Bar and Grill - 1 block
  • Famous Daves - 0.5 mi
  • Greenbrier Restaurant - 0.5 mi
  • Perkins - 3 blocks
  • Texas Roadhouse - 2 mi
  • Tiki Bar - On Site
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Meetings & Events

  • 5000 sq ft of Meeting Space
  • 6 Multi-Functional Rooms
  • Audio Visual Equipment Rental
  • Banquets up to 350
  • Customized Menus Available
  • DSL Internet Access
  • Head Table and Dance Floors are available
  • Hospitality Rooms
  • House Sound System
  • Individually Controlled Temperature
  • Notepads, Pens, Candies, Water Service
  • On-Site Catering
  • Piped-In Music Control
  • Tents
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