Great Wolf Lodge Kansas City

“Fun with an open mind! Kids love it!”

I admit that I’ve dreaded Great Wolf Lodge anticipating large crowds and chaos. We finally decided to give it a try and booked 1 night to see how it goes. We ended up adding on a 2nd night! They text you a discounted rate for adding on an extra night and we were able to stay in the same room so we … more

I admit that I’ve dreaded Great Wolf Lodge anticipating large crowds and chaos. We finally decided to give it a try and booked 1 night to see how it goes. We ended up adding on a 2nd night! They text you a discounted rate for adding on an extra night and we were able to stay in the same room so we said yes! The areas are enclosed so you don’t feel like you have to watch your child as closely as you would in a more open space. Towels are provided so just ask for how many you need prior to entering the water activity area. We found that, although it was crowded, the lines moved quickly for the slides. We had a lot of fun on the big slides as a family riding as a 3-person rider. You are able to stay all day with your reservation but we found it to be less busy mid-day as people are checking out and in. There are fun activities planned in the evening like a dance party and story readings that are really fun for the kids. Food is expensive and what you would expect…mediocre. There are places nearby and parking/driving is so easy and accessible. We went to an Asian restaurant for dinner nearby. Because you wear a bracelet that serves as your room key and a way to charge items to your room, it’s very easy to accumulate a large bill. With deposits being made in advance and charges added on consistently upon arrival (especially if you add a 2nd night), it is very hard to read the receipt. Next time, I will make better notes and track in the moment to ensure all the charges are expected and correct. We will definitely be going back (perfect Winter activity) but we will bring a lot of our own food and snacks. We will bring sandwich things and easy to heat items (easy mac, etc.). We plan to skip out on most internal food options and drinks. Also, no staff told us but each person gets FREE wolf ears! You go to the store by the reservation desk and ask for them and they hand them over. I didn’t know and bought a pair when we arrived. An experienced grandma came over and shared that tip with us on the first night.

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“Fun for families with young children”

We visited in December during the off season between holidays. The resort was full with families of preschoolers all having a great time together! We enjoyed eating on site. The burgers and pizza were good enough for the convenience of not having to leave the hotel. The ice cream parlor was a b… more

We visited in December during the off season between holidays. The resort was full with families of preschoolers all having a great time together! We enjoyed eating on site. The burgers and pizza were good enough for the convenience of not having to leave the hotel. The ice cream parlor was a big hit!

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