Ramada Des Moines Tropics Conf, Des MoinesRamada Des Moines Tropics Conf in Des Moines, United States has a corrected score of 2.0 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 98 of 105 hotels we score in Des Moines. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 1.0 before correction: Tripadvisor 1.7, Google 0.3. Rooms from about $101 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located on Merle Hay Road in Urbandale, this two-story hotel serves families and business travellers. It features a large indoor waterpark containing two tube slides and a central structure. On-site facilities include a full-service restaurant, a tiki bar, a gym, and conference spaces. Guests can access free parking and Wi-Fi during their stay. The property allows pets and provides air-conditioned rooms. While the waterpark is a central feature, some visitors have reported issues with pool maintenance and water temperature. The hotel sits near the I-35 and I-80 interchange, making it accessible for those travelling through the area.What stands out

Large indoor waterpark

On-site restaurant and tiki bar

Free parking and Wi-Fi

Pet friendly

Watch out for

Occasional pool maintenance issues

Variable water temperatures

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