Chula Vista Resort tends to slip under the radar, so put it on yours. Owned by the same family for 60+ years, this Dells classic is tucked in a peaceful, woodsy setting along the Wisconsin River. The resort features a variety of lodging options including standard rooms, condos and golf course villas. And its outdoor waterpark sports numerous thrilling rides,...
When it comes to the Dells’ mega-resorts, Great Wolf Lodge is the only one that caters to the younger set. How? Every night, there’s a story hour, with loads of other kiddie activities filling the resort schedule. The waterpark rides trend toward the 12-and-under set (although the Howlin’ Tornado ride will please adventure-seekers). And the adjacent, interactive MagiQuest game is affiliated with the resort....
The Kalahari Resort is the granddaddy of the Dells’ waterpark resorts. Its indoor waterpark weighs in at 125,000 square feet and offers something for everyone. Tots have a variety of places to splash around in, including Tiko’s Watering Hole, a kids’ play zone that features slides, a pint-sized lazy river and more. And for bigger kids? There are plenty of...
The Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort has it all. Not-too-pricey resort rooms? Check. Luxury condos on up to 22-person cabins? Check. Several indoor and outdoor waterparks? Check. But that’s not all. The Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort contains an indoor playland, sky ropes course, laser tag, black-light mini-golf courses and room escapes. The facility also offers a zip line. In...
Mt. Olympus is one of the Dells’ behemoth properties. Its offerings are rather mind-boggling: An outdoor waterpark with everything from one of the world’s largest surf pools to mat slides, tube slides, speed slides and more An indoor waterpark with much of the same An outdoor theme park featuring five roller coasters (including Hades, which goes underground), go-kart tracks (including...
Hotel Rome is part of the Mt. Olympus complex and is right on site. In fact, it connects to Mt. Olympus’ indoor waterpark. Rooms feature wood laminate flooring, fridges, microwaves and free wifi. There’s also a spacious game room, bar and grill, coffee shop and gift shop. The best part about staying here, though, is that tickets to the water...