Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham

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Trademark
7.7 (309 reviews)
2508 Bos Landen Drive , Pella , US
+1 641-569-8168

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient location (downtown Pella / near golf course)
Friendly staff (specific praise for some employees)
Clean rooms reported by multiple guests
Comfortable beds
Breakfast acceptable/liked by several guests
Cons:
Frequent shower/water pressure problems and some rooms had no water
Hot tub / spa closed or not working
Pest and mold issues reported (ants, mold near outlets)
Maintenance problems (loose toilets, leaking/poor shower enclosures, tired decor)
Guests complained about lack of compensation or apology for problems

Categories

Cleanliness
7
Mixed: several reviews note 'clean room' and property was described as clean, but others report ants, mold, dirty floors and infrequent servicing (rooms serviced every three days), so overall cleanliness is slightly below average.
Service
9
Generally positive staff interactions cited (named staff praised, friendly and pleasant), though some guests reported unhelpful responses and refusal of compensation; overall service sentiment leans positive.
Location
9.6
Consistently praised: convenient location, close to downtown Pella, near golf course, quiet area and good for walking — location is a clear strength.
Room Quality
6.6
Mixed to negative: comfortable beds and basic amenities noted, but many issues with showers (low/no pressure, leaking), loose toilets, tired decor and maintenance problems reduce room quality.
Amenities
6.4
Underwhelming: breakfast is typical and acceptable, but the spa/hot tub was repeatedly closed or not working which disappointed many guests and lowered amenity value.
Value for Money
6
Several guests felt the stay was overpriced given recurring issues (no/poor water pressure, maintenance problems) and lack of compensation — value is below average.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Breakfast received mostly positive notes ('good with a few options'); the bar and beverage offerings were mentioned positively, so F&B is above average.
Overall Experience
8.5
Mixed overall: location and some staff interactions leave a strong positive impression, but repeated major operational issues (no water/poor showers, nonworking hot tub, maintenance and cleanliness concerns) temper the experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:10

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities:
Enjoy a comfortable stay at Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa with complimentary breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Take advantage of the on-site gym and pool to relax and rejuvenate during your visit.

Convenient Location:
Located just off IA-5 and IA-163, our pet-friendly hotel is in close proximity to Des Moines International Airport and popular attractions like Bos Landen Golf Course, Central College®, and downtown Pella. Explore the nearby Lake Red Rock for outdoor activities or attend exciting events at Knoxville Raceway.

Cultural Experiences:
Immerse yourself in the rich Dutch heritage of Pella by visiting the annual Tulip Time Festival. Whether you're here for business or leisure, our hotel offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and cultural experiences.

Book your stay at Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa now for a memorable trip!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: DSM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 309 reviews
Cleanliness: 7
Service: 9
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 6.6
Amenities: 6.4
Value for Money: 6
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Mary • family_with_children • us
9
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • extended_group • us
5
Clean hotel. Working shower would have been nice.
Pros:

Clean room.
Comfy bed!

Cons:

Shower did not work. Front desk said they have been having issues with showers since installing new water heating system.

Hot tub closed.

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Connie • couple • dk
9
Pros:

Ligger fremragende - stille og roligt område

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Denise • couple • us
4
Overpriced!!!!.. fir the accommodations
Pros:

The location was convenient

Cons:

There was very little water pressure and one night we had absolutely no water pressure. There were ants everywhere. And mold growing out of the wall plugs on the outer wall of the room.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Remedios • couple • ie
8
All the staff are helpful especially Debbie Fowler
Pros:

Quiet and safe

Cons:

I came especially for spa and massage but there was none.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Curtis • family_with_children • us
8
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Lloyd • solo_traveller • us
4
Cons:

Disappointing when a room booked for 2 double beds was substituted for a king bed which the 2 adult men did not wish to share. This caused one of the guests to leave early and miss scheduled family events. When reported to staff on duty there was no apology or compensation offered.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Mark • extended_group • us
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Anderson • family_with_children • us
1
when I booked I asked for hot tub.when checked in, asked where hot tub was.I assumed that it WORKED
Pros:

could not stay long enough for breakfast

Cons:

hot tub working
no bugs in the bed

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Dr Mark • couple • us
8
Downtown Pella was very nice Great little town to walk around
Pros:

Property was clean. I’m not sure why it is called a spa, only thing related to a spa
Was a hot tub that was not working. Breakfast was good with a few options. Staff was very nice.

Cons:

A lot of golfers that were loud and drinking hanging out by a bar that was two rooms down.
Beds needed to be flipped.
Location was by a golf course so it was quiet except for drunk golfers. And had a few
Lose places to eat.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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john • couple • us
8
decent one desk worker was friendly, the other a drill sergeant type.
Cons:

The Walkin shower, sprayed water all over the floor and pooled in the low spot behind the stool The plastic angle on the shower floor is not fastened to the floor. and the curtains don't reach to the floor.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • us
4
Bar and good. Could've been better
Pros:

The location and look of the place was very nice. The staff and rooms were good as well.

Cons:

The morning if checkout we went to take showers and no water. No pressure or water or any knee nd in the shower . Staff in duty allowed us to use another room but that wasn't much better as the water never got hot and we still left with soap in our hair cuz the pressure was bad. Staff did say they were having pressure issues but would not reimburse any of what we paid. Kinda upset at that. Pay a lot for a crappy shower.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • solo_traveller • us
8
A nice place to stay & I will stay there again. I drive to Iowa 3-4 times a year to visit my daughte
Pros:

Was not terribly impressed with the breakfast although it’s typical of the free breakfast in most motels. The room was clean, had the usual coffeemaker, hair dryer. The toiletries were slightly more upscale than usual. The staff were friendly & pleasant. It was located near the golf course & there were sidewalks along the property for walking.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Murphy • extended_group • us
9
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Ryan • extended_group • us
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Engelhardt • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Geoff • couple • us
9
Great location and quiet
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Toilet was loose wobbly told mgr

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Carolyn • solo_traveller • au
3
Disappointing
Pros:

Close to the golf course

Cons:

The decor is very tired. The rooms are only serviced every three days, therefore it’s not very clean, and the floors in the rooms become very dirty. The bedheads didn’t look like they had been cleaned with marks all over them. The outdoor area near the pool is not very appealing- the BBQ was filthy - not suitable for using. I wouldn’t recommend this motel.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Michael Leonard • couple • au
3
Not good enough when you have no water for a shower!!
Pros:

Close to Knoxville raceway

Cons:

Stayed 5 night. We had 6 rooms booked and had no water in rooms for showers each morning.
Staff had all the excuses and said all issues would be fixed within 24 hours. (It was not)
All requests for compensation flatly denied.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Michael Leonard • extended_group • au
3
Not much fun when there is no water for a shower.
Cons:

Stayed 5 nights.
Had water issues each morning where you couldn't have a shower.
Excuses made from staff was that it was the whole area of Pella. (we checked that this was not the case) Or maintenance was coming in the next day to fix. (Also not the case)
Requests for discounts bluntly denied.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee