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Mandy, the concierge on duty, provided excellent guidance on what to do in Williamsburg: If you have just a few hours to spare, head to Jamestown (more interactive for younger kids, with good restaurants) nearby. Go to Colonial Williamsburg if you have elementary-age children or older and can devote an entire day to get your money's worth out of the tickets. Avoid the lines at each park (and get a small discount off Colonial Williamsburg) when you buy tickets through the concierge.
Getting There
The resort is located off Route I-64 between Richmond and Norfolk, VA, a 2 1/2 hour drive from Washington, D.C., a one-hour drive from Richmond, VA, and 51 miles from Norfolk International Airport. Parking is free. Busiest times are when children are out of school for summer and school breaks. May and September are the best times to find low rates. Sunday through Thursday nights, year-round, typically cost less than weekends, with the exception of holiday times.
Check-in is at 4 p.m., or as rooms are available. Check-out is at 11 a.m., however, families can use the water park anytime after 1 p.m. on the day of arrival, and also until closing time on the day of departure. There are lockers in which to keep your belongings after you check out.
Reservations require an advance deposit of one-night's room and tax charges. Cancellations received more than 72 hours prior to arrival will be refunded the deposit less a $25 processing fee. If your plans change within 72 hours, and you rebook your trip for different dates, your deposit is transferred to the new dates. Cancel altogether within those 72 hours and you lose your deposit.
For mom and Dad
For quiet time in the hotel your best bet is to sip a glass of wine on your room’s balcony. The lobby was packed with kids well in to the evening, either watching shows, playing MagiQuest, or coming up from the water park. And since the only bar area is right off of the lobby, spending the evening there is not an intimate endeavor.
Venture to downtown Williamsburg and you can walk around cobblestone streets, peak in shops, and have dinner. The Blue Talon Bistro (420 Prince George Street Williamsburg, 757-476-BLUE) is an elegant bistro that serves excellent lamb, steaks, and salmon. It is also known for its American comfort food, including the delicious and highly recommended homemade macaroni and cheese.
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