One of three hotels on the enormous Wilderness Resort, the Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort has 444 rooms, ranging from simple Double Queens to huge rooms with fireplaces, wet bars, and whirlpool tubs in the bathrooms. The resort is hugely popular among families with kids, thanks to its numerous theme-park activities and eight water parks (some of which are indoors). That said, the possibility of lots of noisy kids running around might not make it the best choice for those seeking a romantic getaway or a quiet retreat.
One of three hotels on the enormous Wilderness Resort, the Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort has 444 rooms, ranging from simple Double Queens to huge rooms with fireplaces, wet bars, and whirlpool tubs in the bathrooms. The resort is hugely popular among families with kids, thanks to its numerous theme-park activities and eight water parks (some of which are indoors). That said, the possibility of lots of noisy kids running around might not make it the best choice for those seeking a romantic getaway or a quiet retreat.
One of three hotels on the enormous Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort, the Glacier Canyon Lodge is a 460-room mega-hotel that's popular with families and corporate guests. Rooms range from simple Queen Doubles to huge three-bedrooms with full kitchens, which can accommodate large families and groups. The biggest draw for many guests are the property's numerous theme-park activities, and eight water parks (some of which are indoors), but the possibility of noisy children running around might make it a less-than-ideal choice for those seeking a romantic getaway, or a peaceful respite.
One of three hotels on the enormous Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort, the Glacier Canyon Lodge is a 460-room mega-hotel that's popular with families and corporate guests. Rooms range from simple Queen Doubles to huge three-bedrooms with full kitchens, which can accommodate large families and groups. The biggest draw for many guests are the property's numerous theme-park activities, and eight water parks (some of which are indoors), but the possibility of noisy children running around might make it a less-than-ideal choice for those seeking a romantic getaway, or a peaceful respite.
Mt. Olympus Resort is definitely the biggest resort in Wisconsin Dells, complete with sprawling indoor and outdoor water and theme parks, but it's definitely not the best. Discounts to local restaurants, free water park passes, and championship golf lures groups and families, but dirty rooms, crowds, and wristband requirements prevent most of them from booking future visits. For those who care more about roller coasters, a rock wall, game arcade, and waterslides than luxury rooms, the three-pearl Mt. Olympus Resort is still a good family pick. Check rates at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions for nicer rooms and some of the same water park features.
Mt. Olympus Resort is definitely the biggest resort in Wisconsin Dells, complete with sprawling indoor and outdoor water and theme parks, but it's definitely not the best. Discounts to local restaurants, free water park passes, and championship golf lures groups and families, but dirty rooms, crowds, and wristband requirements prevent most of them from booking future visits. For those who care more about roller coasters, a rock wall, game arcade, and waterslides than luxury rooms, the three-pearl Mt. Olympus Resort is still a good family pick. Check rates at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions for nicer rooms and some of the same water park features.
For families who want a water park vacation in Wisconsin Dells, it doesn't get much better than Chula Vista Resort. The upper-middle-range resort has over 200,000 square feet dedicated to an indoor and outdoor water park, hot springs swimming pool, luxury spa, 18-hole golf course, a river walk, giant arcade, and several restaurants including a steakhouse. Passes to the water park are included with every booking and all-inclusive packages are available. The 620 rooms, suites, villas, and condos can include fireplaces, views of the Wisconsin River, and hot tubs, though some rooms are a bit worn. The place is bustling year round with weddings, conferences, and huge groups of families who descend on the property from throughout the Midwest. For a quieter stay, and free passes to Noah's Ark water park, check rates at Aloha Beach Resort & Suites.
For families who want a water park vacation in Wisconsin Dells, it doesn't get much better than Chula Vista Resort. The upper-middle-range resort has over 200,000 square feet dedicated to an indoor and outdoor water park, hot springs swimming pool, luxury spa, 18-hole golf course, a river walk, giant arcade, and several restaurants including a steakhouse. Passes to the water park are included with every booking and all-inclusive packages are available. The 620 rooms, suites, villas, and condos can include fireplaces, views of the Wisconsin River, and hot tubs, though some rooms are a bit worn. The place is bustling year round with weddings, conferences, and huge groups of families who descend on the property from throughout the Midwest. For a quieter stay, and free passes to Noah's Ark water park, check rates at Aloha Beach Resort & Suites.
Baker's Sunset Bay Resort is a budget-friendly property that sits on a small spot off the shore of Lake Delton. Eighty rooms are spread over seven buildings and the property has a friendly condo/community feel. With a lake and sandy beach, it’s a find for couples looking for a retreat away from bustling city streets, but an even better option for families with kids. Suites offer fully-equipped kitchens and patios, while standard rooms have microwaves and mini-fridges. Baker's Sunset Bay is neither gleaming nor modern, but it has plenty of on-site activities.
Baker's Sunset Bay Resort is a budget-friendly property that sits on a small spot off the shore of Lake Delton. Eighty rooms are spread over seven buildings and the property has a friendly condo/community feel. With a lake and sandy beach, it’s a find for couples looking for a retreat away from bustling city streets, but an even better option for families with kids. Suites offer fully-equipped kitchens and patios, while standard rooms have microwaves and mini-fridges. Baker's Sunset Bay is neither gleaming nor modern, but it has plenty of on-site activities.
The two-pearl All Star Inn & Suites is a motel-style property with straightforward, exterior entry rooms. They're about as dated as they come, but outfitted with conveniences like microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers. Suites have full kitchens for the ultimate value. Other family-friendly perks include a game room, a playground, shuffleboard, and volleyball, along with an outdoor pool. There's nowhere to eat though, and no breakfast offered. Its sister property is the nearby Black Hawk Motel, both of which are two of the best bargains around.
The two-pearl All Star Inn & Suites is a motel-style property with straightforward, exterior entry rooms. They're about as dated as they come, but outfitted with conveniences like microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers. Suites have full kitchens for the ultimate value. Other family-friendly perks include a game room, a playground, shuffleboard, and volleyball, along with an outdoor pool. There's nowhere to eat though, and no breakfast offered. Its sister property is the nearby Black Hawk Motel, both of which are two of the best bargains around.
The Polynesian Resort Hotel was originally built in the early 1990s as the first indoor water park in Wisconsin Dells. Rooms and common areas are about 30-years out-of-date and tattered around the edges, though the hotel is in the midst of a much needed renovation that is expected to finish by mid-2015. The 227 guest rooms are dated with stained carpets, damaged ceilings, and peeling wallpaper. While prices here are budget-friendly, visitors should know that the hotel is just adequate in terms of having a place to sleep and entertain the kids at the indoor pool and seasonal outdoor water park. An alternative hotel is Aloha Beach Resort and Suites, which has better-maintained rooms and offers free passes to Noah's Ark water park.
The Polynesian Resort Hotel was originally built in the early 1990s as the first indoor water park in Wisconsin Dells. Rooms and common areas are about 30-years out-of-date and tattered around the edges, though the hotel is in the midst of a much needed renovation that is expected to finish by mid-2015. The 227 guest rooms are dated with stained carpets, damaged ceilings, and peeling wallpaper. While prices here are budget-friendly, visitors should know that the hotel is just adequate in terms of having a place to sleep and entertain the kids at the indoor pool and seasonal outdoor water park. An alternative hotel is Aloha Beach Resort and Suites, which has better-maintained rooms and offers free passes to Noah's Ark water park.
The Baymont Inn & Suites Wisconsin Dells is a budget hotel right off the freeway just outside of the downtown area. Its rooms come in several configurations to suit couples, families, or larger groups, and most suites have whirlpool tubs. In the land of water parks, the small outdoor pool here is forgettable, but there's also a heated indoor pool with a sauna. Continental breakfast is included and children under 17 stay for free. The Polynesian Resort Hotel next door has its own small indoor water park, but it's also worth comparing rates at the All Star Value Inn on the other side of town.
The Baymont Inn & Suites Wisconsin Dells is a budget hotel right off the freeway just outside of the downtown area. Its rooms come in several configurations to suit couples, families, or larger groups, and most suites have whirlpool tubs. In the land of water parks, the small outdoor pool here is forgettable, but there's also a heated indoor pool with a sauna. Continental breakfast is included and children under 17 stay for free. The Polynesian Resort Hotel next door has its own small indoor water park, but it's also worth comparing rates at the All Star Value Inn on the other side of town.
Ambers Hideaway is a 42-room, two-floor motel on the main drag of Wisconsin Dells. It's close to water parks and other attractions in the downtown area, and the grounds are surprisingly quieter than expected (minus the noise from guests.) The property is clean, family-owned, and not fancy, instead it is rather simple and functional with a few add-ons. Tickets to Chula Vista Water Park are included with the stay, and there are an indoor hot tub, a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. Free (spotty) Wi-Fi is also available. Rooms are neither modern nor glamorous, but are functional with generic decor, making it a budget-friendly choice. Try comparing rates at nearby Aloha Beach Resort & Suites for access to Lake Delton and free tickets to Noah's Ark water park.
Ambers Hideaway is a 42-room, two-floor motel on the main drag of Wisconsin Dells. It's close to water parks and other attractions in the downtown area, and the grounds are surprisingly quieter than expected (minus the noise from guests.) The property is clean, family-owned, and not fancy, instead it is rather simple and functional with a few add-ons. Tickets to Chula Vista Water Park are included with the stay, and there are an indoor hot tub, a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. Free (spotty) Wi-Fi is also available. Rooms are neither modern nor glamorous, but are functional with generic decor, making it a budget-friendly choice. Try comparing rates at nearby Aloha Beach Resort & Suites for access to Lake Delton and free tickets to Noah's Ark water park.
The Ramada Wisconsin Dells is a two-pearl hotel with a heated indoor pool and hot tub that's geared toward budget travelers. It also caters a bit to business travelers with rooms that have work desks, ergonomic roller chairs, and microwaves, and the hotel also has a meeting room and a business center. It's pretty far from the main attractions in the downtown area, but within walking distance to the Kalahari Resort which has its own water park. It's worth comparing rates at the Holiday Inn Express Wisconsin Dells right next door too.
The Ramada Wisconsin Dells is a two-pearl hotel with a heated indoor pool and hot tub that's geared toward budget travelers. It also caters a bit to business travelers with rooms that have work desks, ergonomic roller chairs, and microwaves, and the hotel also has a meeting room and a business center. It's pretty far from the main attractions in the downtown area, but within walking distance to the Kalahari Resort which has its own water park. It's worth comparing rates at the Holiday Inn Express Wisconsin Dells right next door too.