Located off I-35, 18 miles from Des Moines International Airport (DSM), Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines welcomes you with a gym, indoor pool, restaurant, and free WiFi. Easily access Iowa State University (ISU) and the Iowa Culinary Institute, attend concerts, sports events, and conventions at the Iowa Events Center, and catch an Iowa Cubs minor league baseball game at Principal Park. Those here for work can take advantage of our business center, meeting space, and proximity to companies like John Deere, Tone’s® Spices, and Casey’s General Store.
Offers
Amenities
Relax, You’re Here
Thoughtful amenities and a 24/7 front desk staff ensure a comfortable stay. Work out in the gym, swim in the heated indoor pool, and savor comfort food starting with a hot breakfast at the on-site diner. Stay connected with free WiFi and take advantage of free parking. Each non-smoking guest room features a flat-screen HDTV, coffee/tea maker, mini-refrigerator, microwave, desk, ironing amenities, bath products, and hair dryer. We also offer a business center, meeting space, laundry facilities, and a convenience store. Pets are welcome for an extra nightly fee.
Local Area
Discover the Des Moines Area
There’s plenty to do. See the work of Iowa artists at the Ankeny Art Center or play 18 holes at Otter Creek Golf Course. Kids will love splashing around at Cascade Falls Aquatic Center and hitting the rides at Adventureland Park; you’ll love sipping craft beers at Firetrucker Brewery. Easily head into the state capital for must-sees like the Pappajohn Sculpture Park at the Des Moines Art Center and the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. For more to do, hang out in the vibrant East Village or shop for local eats at the Downtown Farmer’s Market.
Arts & Culture
Ankeny Area Historical Society
Ankeny Art Center
Des Moines Art Center
Pappajohn Sculpture Park
Science Center of Iowa
State Historical Museum of Iowa
Points of Interest
East Village
Hall of Laureates World Food Prize Foundation
Iowa Culinary Institute
Iowa State Capitol
Iowa State University (ISU)
Salisbury House & Gardens
Terrace Hill
Outdoors & Recreation
Adventureland Park
Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden®
Blank Park Zoo
Cascade Falls Aquatic Center
Clive Greenbelt Trail
Cottonwood Recreation Area
Des Moines Water Works Park
Gray’s Lake Park
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Imagination Street
Miracle Park
The Playground for Kids
Shopping
Des Moines Downtown Farmers’ Market
The District at Prairie Trail
Jordan Creek Town Center
Merle Hay Mall
Southridge Mall
Valley West Mall
Sports & Entertainment
Backspin Indoor Golf & Bar
Confluence Brewing Company
Des Moines Civic Center / Des Moines Performing Arts
Firetrucker Brewery
Hoyt Sherman Place
Iowa Events Center: Wells Fargo Arena, Hy-Vee Hall, Community Choice Convention Center
Iowa State Fairgrounds
Operating Room Ankeny
Otter Creek Golf Course
Principal Park
Uptown Garage Brewing Co.
Urban Air Trampoline & Adventure Park
Rooms
Dining
Ankeny Diner
Start your day with a free breakfast of two eggs, hash browns, and toast or pancakes, toast or an english muffin or cereal, or you can use a voucher for $5 off any breakfast item on the menu. All breakfast comes with free juice, coffee, or milk. Later in the day, dig into comfort food classics like cheeseburgers, chicken fingers, and club sandwiches at lunch or steak, chicken, or fish entrées at dinner. Be sure to leave room for decadent desserts like banana splits, milkshakes from our old-fashioned soda fountain, and cake.
Daily Hours:
Sun–Thurs: 6 a.m.–9 p.m.
Fri–Sat: 6 a.m.–10 p.m.
Meetings, Events & Groups
The Perfect Space for Meetings & Events
Plan your next special event or business meeting with us. Featuring 2,000 square feet of event space, our hotel offers two meeting rooms that accommodate up to 135 conference or banquet guests. Our dedicated team can arrange everything from catering to audiovisual support as well as great rates for groups of all sizes.