Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center
Make a splash at Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Center, just off I-35 and I-80 near downtown Des Moines. The resort is home to a 10,000-square-foot waterpark featuring two 160-foot tube slides, a 40-foot pirate ship, and a zero-depth entry pool, open to registered guests only (currently Fridays through Sundays; see Amenities for seasonal hours), plus a poolside Tiki Bar, arcade, and Boss' Pizzeria and Sports Bar on site. Choose from 166 guest rooms and suites, including poolside rooms, all just minutes from Merle Hay Mall, Adventureland, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, and the Iowa Events Center.
What You Get
10,000 sq. ft. waterpark. Race down two 160-foot tube slides, explore the 40-foot pirate ship, and play water basketball and volleyball. Open to registered guests only.
Poolside rooms available. Stay just steps from the splash zone in one of 166 guest rooms and suites.
On-site dining & drinks. Grab a bite at Boss' Pizzeria and Sports Bar or sip something cool at the poolside Tiki Bar.
Arcade fun. Keep the whole family entertained with games at the on-site arcade.
Convenient Des Moines location. Easy access to I-35 and I-80, near Merle Hay Mall, Adventureland, and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino.
★ WATER PARK HOURSSEASONAL SCHEDULERegistered guests only • Currently open Fridays through Sundays+
- September 7, 2026 – May 23, 2027: Fri 4 to 9 p.m. • Sat 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. • Sun 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- May 24, 2027 – September 5, 2027: Daily, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Hours are subject to change for holidays and seasonal breaks. Must be at least 18 years old to use the hot tub. Please contact the property for more information.
Plan Your Stay
Amenities +
- 10,000 sq. ft. waterpark with two 160-ft. tube slides, 40-ft. pirate ship, zero-depth entry pool, and water basketball & volleyball; open to registered guests only
Water Park Hours (currently open Fridays through Sundays):- September 7, 2026 to May 23, 2027: Fri 4 to 9 p.m., Sat 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sun 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- May 24, 2027 to September 5, 2027: Daily, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Pool and hot tub (follows Water Park Hours above; hot tub guests must be 18+)
- Boss' Pizzeria and Sports Bar
- Poolside Tiki Bar
- Arcade
- Fitness room
- 10,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting and event space
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- In-room microwave, mini-refrigerator, and flat-screen TV
Room Details +
- 1 King Bed, Non-Smoking
- One king bed and a sofa bed
- Standard occupancy: 2
- Maximum occupancy: 3
- 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking
- Two queen beds
- Standard occupancy: 2
- Maximum occupancy: 4
Hotel Policies +
- Check-in: 4:00 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Parking: Free parking.
- Smoking policy: Non-smoking hotel.
- Pet policy: A maximum of 1 pet (up to 30 lbs) is allowed per room in designated pet-friendly rooms (no suites) for a non-refundable charge of $20 per night. A $25 pet sanitation fee applies if applicable. ADA-defined service animals are always welcome.
- Accessibility: Please contact the property directly for handicap accessibility requests or options.
- Room upgrades: Upgrades may be available at check-in for an additional cost; please contact the property for pricing and availability.
Getting There +
Nearest airport: Des Moines International Airport (DSM) — approximately 22.5 miles, about a 30-minute drive depending on traffic
How It Works
Fine Print
24-hour cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable
- No-shows will be charged total LivingSocial rate
- Traveler name must match ID at time of check-in
- No refunds will be processed by LivingSocial after check-in
- Must be 21+ to check in
- Credit card required at check-in
- Rates may vary by date and are subject to availability
- Dates cannot be changed once booked; valid only for night(s) purchased
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