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Kalahari Resorts & Conventions - Sandusky — Indoor Water Parks in Columbus

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions - Sandusky

4.3(21,641)4.3 out of 5 stars, 21641 reviews Columbus, OH

About Kalahari Resorts & Conventions - Sandusky

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions - Sandusky offers a massive indoor water park experience with a variety of rides and activities, making it a fun destination for families, especially during summer when outdoor attractions are available.

What parents should know

Summarized from real visitor reviews.

Best for: Family vacationsBirthday celebrationsSpecial needs accommodationsSuitable for children of all ages, with specific mentions of enjoyment for kids around 7 years old

Why families love it

  • Spectacular waterpark with good rides
  • Friendly and attentive staff
  • Clean and well-maintained rooms
  • Bungalows available for families needing a quieter space
  • Large indoor water park
  • Bungalows with personal servers for special needs

Insider tips

  • Visit the waterpark between 10am and 4pm for a less crowded experience
  • Consider renting a bungalow if your child is easily overwhelmed
  • Plan meals and snacks ahead to manage costs
  • Use local arcades for better gaming options

Good to know before you go

  • Evenings when the waterpark tends to get rowdy
  • Booking last minute during peak seasons to avoid price hikes
  • High costs for food and activities
  • Crowded spaces leading to difficulty finding seating
  • Inconsistent service quality
Crowds
Very crowded, especially during weekends and holidays
Value
Room prices can increase significantly based on demand; a cabana can cost up to $600. Meals are expensive, with pizzas around $40 and drinks over $60. Expect to pay more than alternative family entertainment options.
Food
Food and drink can be expensive; consider off-site dining or bringing snacks if allowed
Accessibility
Bungalows provide a quieter space for children with sensory sensitivities
Safety
General safety measures in place at the waterpark, though specific details are not mentioned

What parents say

A Gelatin
3.03.0 out of 5 stars
"We like staying here. Rooms are nice and clean. The waterpark is spectacular! Very good rides, service is good, lots of fun things to do, especially in the summer when everything outside opens too. However, everything else is nice, but it's a money pit! If you plan on eating all your meals there or doing anything OTHER than the waterpark, be prepared to pay! The arcade is a joke. It's a BIG moneypit. The games are short, if they work properly, and the selection is aweful. There are waaayy too many claw machines. If you want to do an arcade, jump in your car and drive down to Tilt Arcade in San"

2 weeks ago

Bruce
4.04.0 out of 5 stars
"While my initial experience of booking the week get away for the granddaughter and her best friend for her birthday went smoothly, we had to rebook because of some sports games the granddaughter had to play in that we didn't know about. We had to change our trip by one week earlier. This is were I wasn't happy the price of the room went up by $900 and the cabana we booked double.in price. Needless to say they wouldn't even talk about why the higher prices other than say demand. I canceled the cabana. It was funny 2 days before we went they offered a cabana for $250 less then when i had to rebo"

a week ago

Natasha Johns
3.03.0 out of 5 stars
"My seven year old enjoyed it and had a great time. Me as a parent, thought it was overpriced and way too crowded. Paid so much money, only to not have a single chair or table available, but a cabana could be rented starting at $300. Lockers were $35 for roughly 18x24, purchased a double top shelf drink and it cost over $60 with a tip and a souvenir cup. A waterproof phone case was $35 and the arcade was super expensive also. A large pizza is $40 and $4 or $5 per topping. 2 small scoops of ice cream was almost $10 and the list goes on and on. Just straight up price gouging in my opinion. In th"

a month ago

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