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Wildwood Lodge

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

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Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Concierge desk
Indoor pool
Lobby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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11431 Forest Ave, Clive, IA, 50325
  • Living History Farms
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Jordan Creek Town Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Casey's Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Living area

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(234 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Clive

At Wildwood Lodge, you'll be 0.9 km (0.5 mi) from Clive Aquatic Center and 5.3 km (3.3 mi) from Pump It Up. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and Hot tub. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Clive hotel include Casey's Center and Des Moines Public Library.

What's nearby

  • Living History Farms - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Mercy Medical Center West Lakes - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 5 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Drake University - 10 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • McDonald's
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪HuHot Mongolian Grill - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Wildwood Lodge

Hotel with free breakfast, near Clive Aquatic Center
Wildwood Lodge offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and 2 meeting rooms. Free breakfast is served daily. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Wildwood Lodge. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 3-star Clive hotel is smoke free.

  • 103 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1995
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Wildwood Lodge offers 103 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • 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
  • 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 start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
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
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 100 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Wildwood Lodge
Wildwood Lodge Clive
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Wildwood Lodge?

Wildwood Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Wildwood Lodge?

Yep, Wildwood Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Wildwood Lodge have a pool?

Wildwood Lodge has an indoor pool. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Wildwood Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests highly rate the free full brekkie here! Served weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wildwood Lodge?

No, Wildwood Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Wildwood Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Wildwood Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 959 out of 1194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 1194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 1194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1194 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

Mark, Topeka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was very nice, we came for state track with a group of other families. The kids loved the pool and the parents loved hanging out by the firepit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy, Surprise

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Traveling through the area stay the night at this hotel. The decor reminded me of the great Wolf Lodge without the price tag and amenities. The hotel definitely needs some updating and repairs. In my bathroom, the tile was coming off the wall in multiple places. Overall, I would rate this a 7.5 out of 10
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Always a good stay here

We always enjoy staying at the Wildwood Lodge. Location is great for us and we appreciate that it is quiet even when there are youth sports teams staying most weekends we’re there. Beds are comfortable, rooms are large, breakfast is good and kept tidy and staff is excellent! One minor complaint is the lack of good lighting in the bathroom. Very dark in the bathroom in general- bathrooms could use a little refresher aesthetically. Other than that, we really enjoy our stay each time we come.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mollie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a good spot and location, just dated
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolene

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience very unique property 👌
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love walking to a restaurant after being in the car for hours. Wildwood has a friendly staff. The breakfast has a variety of food. We also enjoy sitting by the outside fire pit. It is a tradition to take a picture at the fire pit and send to our son in Lincoln, NE. He knows we made it and should be at his house the next day. We did not like no one mentioned the exit to Wildwood Lodge was torn down. It took some time to figure out how to get to our hotel. We were tired and wanted to get out of the car.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hotel!

Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Very clean loved the pool sucks the hot tub was broken when we went other than that will for sure stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jamey

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blythe

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, super cute, love the decor! The pool was fun! Great location- close to restaurants!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Penfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impressive check in staff and breakfast attendant! Loved the biscuits every morning! The room was spacious, and the bed and pillows were comfortable. The room was clean but could use some freshening up (caulking, tile, paint touch-ups).
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andi

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was excellent except for 2 things. The toilet was ready ow and the bathroom’s lighting wasn’t the
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Place to stay! Hot water was not working in our room but luckily we didnt need to shower and we only were there to sleep. We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Amenities
It is an older property, but it is clean and they’ve kept it up and the staff is way above average
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s such a clean property, bed was comfortable and the rooms are large. That was my favorite part!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025