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Wildwood Lodge

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Clive Aquatic Center

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Indoor pool
Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Concierge desk
Suite (Queen) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room | Living area | 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels, TV

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
11431 Forest Ave, Clive, IA, 50325

What's nearby

  • Living History Farms - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Mercy Medical Center West Lakes - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Val Air Ballroom - 7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 13 min drive - 10.2 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Hotels near Iowa Machine Shed Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Wildwood Lodge

Hotel near Clive Aquatic Center
Located close to Pump It Up, Wildwood Lodge provides free full breakfast, a firepit, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a gym and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool and outdoor pool access nearby
  • Free self parking
  • A bike on site, express check-out, and a water dispenser
  • A banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 103 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and room service. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 37-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Children's games
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • 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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1995
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 100 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Wildwood Lodge
Wildwood Lodge Clive
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Frequently asked questions

Does Wildwood Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and outdoor pool access. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Wildwood Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 100 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Wildwood Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wildwood Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Wildwood Lodge?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Wildwood Lodge located?

Situated in a shopping district, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Clive Aquatic Center and within 9 mi (15 km) of Pump It Up and Wells Fargo Arena. Des Moines Public Library and Des Moines Civic Center are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Wildwood Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 980 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1222 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Staff are really friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and quiet! Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds in a spacious and very clean room. Will stay again next time I’m in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people, great pool hot tub and fire pit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredibly friendly and professional. The building was super clean, so accommodating, and absolutely comfortable. Breakfast was fantastic and the pool/spa was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean. Rooms are big and pool was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and unique hotel. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its interior decoration is very attractive.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ugur

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It is a little dated, but clean hotel. I is good for 1 night stay with the kids, they enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karri

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The wilderness theme was very peaceful. The motel quality was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Employee at the front desk during check in was a delight, and very accommodating with a special request.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good, Good, and Good this property is just as I thought for a small Wisconsin town. No bells and whistles but conservative and relaxing. Not a bad stay at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff — very helpful and friendly— very clean and the breakfast was wonderful !!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a cute little hotel with a great staff! The breakfast option was great to get before hitting the road!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are big and cozy!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to, restaurant next door, tucked away in a cul-de-sac area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always love to stay here!It is a wonderful place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nicely furnished, clean, surprisingly inexpensive and friendly hotel, perfect for a one-night stay for travelers (in our case, a couple with a medium-sized dog), easy access off and on I-80. Quiet, and plenty of pleasant outdoor walking space for the humans and the dog … the nearby Mexican restaurant (not a chain!!) is really pretty good …
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the breakfast and pool
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025