Great Wolf Lodge Minneapolis / Bloomington

Appears to be one of the nicer Hotels in the area. The theming and overall flow of the hotel is great, the lobby is large and open. It even has a big fireplace, there is a small gift shop, and even a very scaled down Dunkin’ doughnuts. That’s kinda where the good things end. Everything is an up charge, you wanna get discounts on the food or the build-a-bear. It’s a charge. You lose a towel in the water park, it’s a charge. You wanna park, it’s a charge. The room we stayed in was pretty small, but at least it was clean. The beds were small, with a pull out couch. The rooms do however need some maintenance. The door handle in the bathroom was falling apart, and we almost got locked in there a few times. The show rod is falling off the wall, the paint is pretty worn. But it’s not terrible. The value for the money isn’t great. The water park is smaller than what we were used to from great wolf, and could also use some maintenance. The one big water slide, broke down after we waited in line for at least a half hour. And we were told it would be closed for the rest of the day, this was at 4Pm. The wave pool was ok, and the lazy river was pretty short, but overall it was ok. Was kinda disappointed that there was no whirlpool either. There was a nice little bar if that is your thing, as well as a restaurant that served a variety of food. Big question being would I stay again, for the money. I’d probably stay at a smaller hotel.

We last minute decided to use the deal we received for a night at $124, water Park was included day of check in and day of checkout which was great because we ended up arriving with only an hour to swim.

We plan on coming again mid-winter so we can afford more and plan it better, but even going last minute it was still a great time. We didn’t get the breakfast or dinner packages(which IMO are a bit too expensive) the arcade and other activities are included with a separate package for extra money.

Room selections were great! Food service and activities are very fun, TV services that are included were surprisingly kids friendly, which is great because usually at hotels we can never find a good, free show or movie. Parking was surprisingly accessible and slide to the entrance.

All in all, I think it was a good deal! But the rates quickly go up closet to the date you’re trying to book so make sure to book with enough time before your stay date. The deal in great Wolf Lodge website was cheaper than Groupon!

Location was great as it was right across Mall of America. We scored an amazing deal on our room so we thought it was well worth it. We had a room that had a bunk bed for the kids and the couch also pulled out if needed. The water park was that main reason we stayed at this hotel. Slides could use a little updating. The single person slides that didn’t require a tube hurt on the way down. There was also a power outage during our stay which closed down the arcade a water park for the night and didn’t reopen until after 1pm the next day.

2024-Oct||Upon our arrival at a late hour, we proceeded to the reception desk to present ourselves. The courteous and efficient personnel at the front desk facilitated a prompt and efficient check-in process.||Complimentary parking is provided on the premises. Ample parking spaces were available, and the facility can be accessed via the front or side entrances.||We were provided with two adult wristbands that serve dual functions as room keys and cashless payment devices within the facility. It is important to note that the children’s wristbands cannot unlock our room or make purchases.||The lobby area was bustling with activity and offered limited seating options.||There are restaurants located within the facility. Complimentary breakfast is not provided at this establishment.||Multiple elevators were conveniently positioned throughout the building. Wait times may vary depending on the time of day, with the busiest period being after the pool closes at 8 pm. Pool towels are provided in the pool area. Wristbands are needed to enter the pool area.||Our room was suitably sized and well-maintained. It featured two sinks, one located outside the bathroom and the other inside, both with countertops providing ample space for toiletries.||Our lodgings included two queen-sized beds, various lamps, a nightstand with power outlets for electronics, a flat-screen television with a diverse channel selection, a closet, a coffee maker with complimentary coffee, a mini-fridge, a microwave, an ice bucket, a small circular table with two chairs, a pull-out couch, and drawers.||The bathroom was equipped with six sets of towels (body, face, and hand), a hairdryer, and wall-mounted dispensers for body wash and shampoo & conditioner in one, and body lotion.||The maintenance team promptly responded to our request within an hour to address the issue of continuous water flow in the toilet stall.||The housekeeping personnel were also prompt in delivering the additional bed linens when my niece, a student at UM, stayed overnight.||The indoor pool is operational until 8 pm and appears to be adequately heated. Slides, water plays, pools, and the lazy river provided ample recreational opportunities. Safety float vests are available for free.|The two slides for toddlers were closed for the three nights we were there.||Complimentary breakfast is not provided. However, there is a Dunkin’ Donuts located within the premises.||They offered complimentary dance nights and storytelling sessions for young children.||Rock climbing, an arcade with small prices, bowling, and rope courses are provided for an additional fee.||The hotel is conveniently situated, allowing for easy access to various dining options within a short driving distance.||In conclusion, I recommend securing your reservation in advance to avail the most favorable rates.||Wishing you a delightful vacation.

Couldn’t be more impressed. I’ve never seen such a clean hotel,. And it smells good! No mildew or mold anywhere! And the lifeguards were on point doing their job well. Lots of staff, didn’t have issues with anything. It’s worth the money, kids had a blast!

This was our first time at any Great Wolf Lodge, and we were very impressed. The staff is incredibly friendly and goes out of there way to make it a fun experience for kids. The lifeguards take water safety extremely seriously and do an excellent job keeping everyone safe. The rooms are very spacious. My only complaint is that there is a little wear and tear on the paint/wood in the rooms (which is not a big deal). We loved all of the activities for kids!

The rooms are clean and as quiet as you should expect for being a kid friendly hotel. The kids will love it here because there is lots to do outside of the water park. That being said if you would like to do those things be sure to plan and paying extra for all of that (this feels like where they make all of their money). They have package deals that I’m not always sure are worth it. They have a nice ropes course (bring close toed shoes), mini bowling, rock climbing wall, and one of the kids favorites is the magic quest thing. They run around with a wand completing quests and it keeps them occupied for a while and also does a good job tiring them out. The hotel also has lots of other activities like dance parties, yoga, crafts and other seasonally themed activities. These are free. The main thing is the water park and it’s nice but not huge. My kids spend a majority of the time in the lazy river. And the older ones like the slides. They have a nice area up top for the little ones. There is no hot tub or fitness center. Rooms have a small fridge and microwave. Some of the rooms have nice views of the airport if you like to watch planes.