Wildwood Lodge

3.0 star property

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Wildwood Lodge

Indoor pool
Concierge desk
Lobby sitting area
Standard Room
Lobby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

View in a map
11431 Forest Ave, Clive, IA, 50325
  • Place, Clive Aquatic Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Living History Farms
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mercy Medical Center West Lakes
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(258 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Similar properties

About this property

Wildwood Lodge

Hotel with free parking, near Clive Aquatic Center
Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a fitness center and a hot 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.
Wildwood Lodge offers 103 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Wildwood Lodge. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Clive Aquatic Center. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and an indoor pool are available.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the spaciousness and cleanliness
  • 10 minutes by foot from Clive Aquatic Center and a 5-minute drive from Pump It Up
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Wildwood Lodge offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center 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.

This 3-star Clive hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free full breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 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
  • 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 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 available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 100 lbs 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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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
Wildwood Lodge Hotel
Wildwood Lodge Hotel Clive
Wildwood Hotel Clive
Wildwood Clive
Wildwood Lodge Hotel
Wildwood Lodge Clive
Wildwood Lodge Hotel Clive

Wildwood Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 982 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1222 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

NATALIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds are incredibly comfortable. It was the best night's sleep!! The staff was fantastic as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Shower needed some.cleanign
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel ranks among the very top motels we have ever stayed at. Staff at check-in was efficient and very friendly. The room was clean, well-designed and attractively decorated, as was the entire building. The breakfast was ample, biscuits and gravy, eggs, sausage, oatmeal, bagels, doughnuts, yogurt, you name it. Also a nice variety of beverages. The great room with cozy fireplace and computer access for guests was wonderful. Will be looking forward to staying at the Wildwood Lodge again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous. Clean quiet room. Great options on breakfast buffet. Nice vibe overall at this property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything stood out! Staff was awesome. Clean room, just really cool atmosphere/decor. Outdoor fireplace was nice. Close to restaurants, hot breakfast. Pool available if you like that. I would recommend this place to anyone. Can’t forget being able to bring my beautiful pup is non-negotiable! Price was same as other places I’ve stayed, that did not even compare. Definitely 5⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room is very clean and staff is friendly. we enjoyed swimming pool and hot tub spa. Relaxed Stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is so welcoming and friendly. Clean and super cute rooms. Love that they are pet friendly and affordable. I have stayed here multiple times while passing through town and have had a wonderful experience every time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff and accommodations are unbeatable! They go out of their way to make sure their guests have everything they need and more! Everything was simply outstanding!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
We stay here once a year and it is usually perfect. Our bed was not comfortable this time. My husband and I both woke up with sore backs. It was not a good 3.5 hour drive home with sore backs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was very well taken care of, cute, water was perfect temp for my toddler. Hot tub was clean. Breakfast was good! I wish they had a coffee shop but hot coffee was available. Rooms were nice and clean. A nice unique find!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette R, Farmington

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Emmett

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn, West Des Moines

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not your average hotel. The woodsy lodge theme is fun and not too "rustic." The pool is beautiful. There's a fire pit with Klondike chairs outside. The beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalli

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kelli

Liked: Amenities
Breakfast was terrible 😕 parking & room good. Nice fire pit outside with chairs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice property. Friendly staff. Beautiful lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a very nice hotel. Clean, convenient, safe, quiet, nice breakfast, friendly staff and a comfortable bed. However, I took off 2 stars for the shower. The water pressure was so weak, I opted not to wash my hair because I was concerned I wouldn't be able to rinse out the shampoo completely.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Butch

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025