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#1 of 8 hotels in Clive
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The Wildwood Lodge Clive is a distinct Northwood boutique hotel conveniently located in West Des Moines at the University Avenue exit off Interstate 80/35. The Wildwood Lodge features an indoor pool with a raised spa and a waterfall, all beneath a beautiful three-story atrium. No matter the reason for your visit, you will enjoy choosing from an extensive variety of room types. Thanks to our great staff and beautiful space, our hotel is a popular destination for family gatherings, wedding groups, business meetings, and sports teams.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Bicycle rental
Bicycles available
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Parking
Wifi
Hot bath
Pool / beach towels
Indoor pool
Heated pool
Breakfast buffet
Vending machine
Airport transportation
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Baggage storage
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor fireplace
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
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Air conditioning
Fireplace
Safe
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Family
Business
Languages Spoken
English

Location

11431 Forest Ave, Clive, IA 50325-7029
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Alec S wrote a review Feb 2024
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They banned my family after a reunion because we were awake and drinking as adults in a room we rented passed 10 pm. None of the toilets flushed. Woke up with a rash on my arm. Nighttime manager was verbally abusive with my 74 year old grandmother. Breakfast was at best mid.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Don't go with the plans of enjoying a reunion with extended family. Keep it small and stay quiet
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Responded 12 Feb 2024
We're sorry to hear about your experience at our hotel. Please email sholstein@hoari.com to resolve the matter. Thank you.
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Krisha R wrote a review Jan 2024
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To start, Renee was extremely helpful and friendly. The accommodations were excellent, very clean and welcoming (such cute themes!) the hotel itself was close to everything I needed. I stayed here while on business but i will absolutely be visiting here again with my family. Cannot express enough how much i have loved this experience. Everything about this hotel and the staff has made my stressful trip enjoyable. I would give 20 stars if i could.
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from HOA Marketing, Other at Wildwood Lodge
Responded 19 Jan 2024
Hi Krisha, thank you so much for your kind words about Wildwood. We truly enjoy what we do, so we are thrilled that it's recognizable. We look forward to seeing you again but with your family!
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Cmera4Fun wrote a review Nov 2023
Springboro, Ohio339 contributions56 helpful votes
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Loved the outdoor/ camping theme both in the main lobby as well as in the room. Our room was very clean and bed was super comfy. The heating cooling unit was very quiet such that I didn’t wake up even once during the night which is unusual for a hotel stay,
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: First floor was quiet and very convenient
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Response from HOA Marketing, Other at Wildwood Lodge
Responded 17 Nov 2023
Thank you for staying with us! We are so delighted to hear that you had a pleasant stay at Wildwood. We hope to see you again the next time you are in the area.
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John L wrote a review Oct 2023
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We keep coming back to the Wildwood. We love the staff, the price and the breakfast. It feels like we are with family when there. Very accessible to great eating and the staff has lots of suggestions.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Take advantage of the amenities. Especially the fire pit.
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Response from HOA Marketing, Other at Wildwood Lodge
Responded 27 Oct 2023
Thank you, John, for choosing Wildwood. Your wonderful comments mean so much to our team. We look forward to seeing you again!
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Christy L wrote a review Jul 2023
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My daughter and I stayed at Wildwood Lodge on our way back home to OH from CO. We stayed on a Saturday night, had driven all day and needed to get up at 4:00am Sunday to continue the second half of our drive. There were two young baseball teams staying at the hotel, and young children were running up and down the halls late at night and slamming room doors. The room doors do not have a "soft" close, so whenever they were shut they quite literally shook the entire floor. The reception area is right below and must have heard all of this going on, but did not do anything until late at night when I finally called down. I could have slept with the running in the halls (maybe), but the door slamming was out of control. The hotel needs to fix the doors if they want to continue hosting large groups with young children at the same time as other guests who are not with these groups and simply looking to get some sleep.
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Lesley Von Tersch, Other at Wildwood Lodge
Responded 7 Jul 2023
Hi Christy, we apologize for the noise level while you were trying to get some sleep. Thank you for calling down to the front desk and letting us know so we could address the noise issue with the baseball teams. We will follow up with our management team to be sure we are always doing our best to put a stop to noise issues.
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LightPacker187372 wrote a review Jun 2023
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Bailey was SO incredibly helpful and quick to please all the guests. They have an excellent employee with her!! Their breakfast had a wide variety and delicious. We slept right above the main desk, there was a large gathering at night, yet we heard nothing. Excellent sound insulation ! Clean. We travel a lot and were impressed.
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: They have a nice fire pit outside. Make sure you visit it.
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Response from Lesley Von Tersch, Other at Wildwood Lodge
Responded 28 Jun 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that Bailey provided exceptional assistance and went above and beyond to please all the guests. We are fortunate to have her as part of our team. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed our breakfast selection, finding it both diverse and delicious. We take pride in providing a comfortable environment, and we're delighted that you found our sound insulation to be excellent, ensuring a peaceful night's sleep. Your compliments on cleanliness and your overall impression mean a lot to us, especially coming from experienced travelers like yourselves. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back on your future travels!
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Paris M wrote a review May 2023
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This hotel is amazing and the staff are 100/10. I had the pleasure of meeting Renee’, Courtney, and Baylee at the front desk and their customer service was top of the line. They each took the time to personalize the hotel experience for me and it absolutely made my day. I would highly recommend friends and family to stay here and experience what all hotel hospitality should strive to be like. I look forward to staying again very soon.
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip: You won’t want to go home after staying here.
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Response from Lesley Von Tersch, Other at Wildwood Lodge
Responded 25 May 2023
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience at our hotel and that our staff, including Renee', Courtney, and Baylee, provided exceptional customer service. It's our goal to provide a personalized and top-notch hospitality experience, and we're delighted to know that we succeeded in making your day. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another enjoyable stay in the near future.
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Robin W wrote a review May 2023
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Booked a block of twelve rooms for family over the weekend. Management made that process very easy, and everyone said the accommodations were comfortable and staff was very friendly and helpful. The spaciousness of the rooms, pool and lobby areas, and staff attentiveness distinquish this hotel from all others in the area. A great value and experience! Love the decor!
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Responded 17 May 2023
Thank you and your family for choosing to stay with us over the weekend! Our team loved having you all. Your wonderful comments mean so much to us!
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my3whimzeegirls wrote a review Apr 2023
Dubuque, Iowa11 contributions1 helpful vote
Absolutely love this place comfortable, relaxing and an awesome breakfast. The hot tub is great. It was big, private, and felt wonderful in this cold weather. We appreciated the adult hours and they were enforced by staff. We will be back!!
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Lesley Von Tersch, Other at Wildwood Lodge
Responded 27 Apr 2023
It means a lot to us that you took the time to provide such an amazing review. We appreciate that you chose to stay with us and we look forward to seeing you again during your next visit!
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Kevin U wrote a review Apr 2023
Arapahoe, Nebraska3 contributions1 helpful vote
Everything was wonderful. Helpful friendly saff, good food, nice clean room. Machine shed for dinner was a winner too. I would recommend this to anyone. I was a bit apprehensive because it was not a natonal chain but was pleasantly surprised
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Lesley Von Tersch, Other at Wildwood Lodge
Responded 17 Apr 2023
Hello, we are so glad to hear that you had a wonderful stay! Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your amazing 5-star review.
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HK$805 - HK$1,306 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wildwood Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Wildwood Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Clive Aquatic Center (0.6 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Wildwood Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and free breakfast.
Which room amenities are available at Wildwood Lodge?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Wildwood Lodge?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Wildwood Lodge?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Wildwood Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Cracker Barrel, Mi Mexico Restaurant, and Bakers Square Restaurant & Bakery.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Wildwood Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Does Wildwood Lodge have airport transportation?
Yes, Wildwood Lodge offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Wildwood Lodge located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.7 km away from the centre of Clive.
Are any cleaning services offered at Wildwood Lodge?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Wildwood Lodge?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.