Wildwood Lodge

About the hotel

Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a fitness center and a spa tub. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a business center are onsite.

Nearby attractions

Located in Clive, Wildwood Lodge is in a shopping district. Clive Aquatic Center and Pump It Up are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. Check out an event or a game at Wells Fargo Arena, and consider making time for Blank Park Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Guests love the hotel's quiet location.

Popular amenities

Family friendly

Access to nearby outdoor pool

Indoor pool

Laundry facilities

Mini-fridge

Wifi

Available in all rooms: free wifi

Available in some public areas: free wifi

Food and drink

Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Free full breakfast available 6:30 am–9:30 am on weekdays and 7:00 am–10:00 am on weekends

Room service available

Guest services

24-hour front desk

Daily housekeeping

Dry cleaning service

Laundry facilities

Luggage storage

Tour/ticket assistance

Accessibility

Accessible bathroom (select rooms)

Assistive listening devices available

Braille signage

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

In-room accessibility (select rooms)

Pool hoist on site

Roll-in shower (select rooms)

Stair-free path to entrance

Well-lit path to entrance

Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Wheelchair-accessible business center

Wheelchair-accessible fitness center

Wheelchair-accessible parking

Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Wheelchair-accessible pool

Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Wheelchair-accessible spa

Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Things to do

Access to nearby outdoor pool

Bicycle rentals

Bicycle tour information

Fitness center

Indoor pool

Spa tub

Outdoor

Firepit

Outdoor furniture

Conveniences

Elevator

Front-desk safe

Gift shop/newsstand

Vending machine

Water dispenser

More

Fireplace in lobby

Renovated entire property - january 2018

Shared microwave

Smoke-free property

Tv in lobby

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Nearest Airport

Des Moines International Airport

12 km from this hotel

Reviews that mention...

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Family Reviews

for Wildwood Lodge

4.5 out of 5 stars

49 reviews

Review data

5 star reviews

82%

4 star reviews

12%

3 star reviews

4%

2 star reviews

2%

1 star reviews

0%

We have selected a sample of reviews which reflect what families have said about Wildwood Lodge

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Latest reviews (49)

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Lisa

7 Aug 2024 - 8 Aug 2024

reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent like staying at a family cabin service was terrific coffee was excellent!

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Angela

20 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2024

reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

Very nice and clean and love the rustic feel. Seemed very family friendly.

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R Lorraine

6 Jul 2024 - 7 Jul 2024

reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Staff were great. Very fun atmosphere. Noticed that families with kids seemed very comfortable— pool, hot tub, games, etc. I enjoyed the pool & hot tub too!

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Jasmine

8 May 2024 - 10 May 2024

reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

We loved our stay. The pool was very clean and warm. The room was nice and normal, no unusual aspects. Clean and comfy beds and huge bathroom and room space. The staff were great and very helpful and kind. Would love to see dairy free options for breakfast and more selection but breakfast was ok for my child. We have already booked another stay. Most quiet nights sleep at a hotel get! Good place to just get away.

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Amy

3 May 2024 - 5 May 2024

reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

This hotel was central to family we were visiting and the highway so ideal for us being from Minnesota. It was by far the least expensive of the well reviewed hotels in the area- that always makes me nervous. Why the lower price? Answer- not sure. We asked for a room far away from the pool (which most are), the room was big, clean, and quiet. Perfect for us. My husband said the bed was a little head- I thought it was great. Breakfast was standard but well stocked and staff were attentive. Last thing- we stayed a weekend when a youth soccer team was also staying there. At other hotels this has been a nightmare because of noise/yelling/running late into the night. We had NONE of that here. That alone is worth a rave review. Thank you staff!! We will be back!

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Jennifer

15 Mar 2024 - 17 Mar 2024

reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

We absolutely love staying here while traveling to visit family. The rooms are perfect for us and the kids love the pool area. Staff is always friendly and accommodating. Breakfast is good! Location is ideal and close to so many good restaurants and shopping. With so many other options available, it’s hard to decide where to stay…but this is definitely the place!!!

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Michaela

24 Feb 2024 - 25 Feb 2024

reviewed on travelocity

5 out of 5 stars

I loved staying here. We will definitely return. It was quiet and no kids running around. Slept amazingly. We had a whirltub room and had the most relaxed getaway.

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Amanda

19 Jan 2024 - 20 Jan 2024

reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Great decor and ambiance. The pool was warm. Hot tub was hot. Perfect for my kids. The pool is a little over 4 feet deep at the deepest part so no diving. The continental breakfast had lots of delicious pastry and other sugary carb options. Eggs were the only protein option and they were overcooked. Would be nice to see a wider variety of protein. I would definitely stay here again.

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David

17 Nov 2023 - 18 Nov 2023

reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

My wife and I have stayed here on 3 separate occasions over the past 2 years and will continue to do so for future trips. This is a one of a kind place and creates a family style setting for all that stay. Great people, food and environment. We strongly recommend Wildwood Lodge to those of all ages.

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Suzie

2 Nov 2023 - 3 Nov 2023

reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

Our family traveled to the area and searched for something unique with a pool. This place is a gem! Check in was smooth. Pizza recommendation was spot on! Breakfast was warm and inviting for our family. Comfortable beds. Bigger than average room. Nice bathroom! Overall we’d return!