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Great Wolf Lodge is an all-suite resort, with 401 rooms. Even the smallest of them is larger than most basic hotel rooms; so if you just want the minimum, go with a Family Suite. However, one caveat is that in many Family Suites the bathrooms are quite small, with the sink outside the bathroom. If bathroom space is a priority to you, upgrade. Family Suites have two queen beds, a living area with a sofa sleeper, big-screen television, two phones, a microwave, coffee maker, hair dryer, and Nintendo. Most have balconies, and some have fireplaces.
If you want a little more personality, try a theme room, which run a bit steeper than a Family Suite. There are several different kinds, including The Wolf Den Suites, KidCamp Suites, KidCabin Suites, Royal Bear Suites, Majestic Bear Suites, Grizzly Bear Suites, and the Quest Master Suites. The KidCabin suites in particular are really cute and fun for kids; in addition to all the amenities of a regular Family Suite, the rooms have a separate cabin area for the kids to sleep, with a bunk bed, a single bed, and a separate flat-screens. Our son loved having a separate space to himself,and his own remote! The KidCamp Suites are the same idea with a camp theme, and just one bunk bed. A downside: The kids' mattresses are covered in a plastic shell, and a little uncomfortable.
The QuestMaster Suites are the top of the line, and in addition to all the amenities of a regular Family Suite, have a special features like treasure chests and lamps that open and speak when activated with the wand, as well as hallway lights outside the door when you walk by. Two wands are included with each MagiQuest room, and all have a private balcony. There are also Whirlpool Fireplace Suites (same idea as a family suite but with a fireplace and whirlpool, and Loft Fireplace Suites, which have a separate upstairs area with a queen bed, separate phone, and bathroom. If you have young kids, you might want to bring a gate for the stairs, or choose a different room. Also, if you have young kids and will be using a stroller, consider staying on the water park level, as waits for the elevators can be long.
All room prices include water park passes for four. Suites can accommodate six, but you will pay an additional $30 per night, per person, which does include water park passes. Check in is at 4 p.m., but you are welcome to arrive as early as 1 p.m., check in, and rent a locker until your room becomes available. You will have access to the water park as soon as you check in. In addition, and this is a really great feature, check out is at 11 a.m. but you may use the water park all day the day of your checkout, until it closes in the evening.
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