We decided to bring our daughter to Great Wolf Lodge for her birthday on September 12, 2026, and we had such a fun weekend with the family! Check-in was super easy, and the front desk staff was really friendly and helpful. Our room wasn't supposed to be ready until 4 PM, but we got a text around 1 PM letting us know it was ready early, which was a nice surprise! We spent the afternoon swimming and having fun at the water park before heading back to our room. For lunch, we grabbed burgers at Bucket Burgers. It was a little pricey, but honestly, that's kind of expected when you're eating on-site. We booked the Grizzly Room and were pleasantly surprised by how much space we had. It had TWO full bathrooms, which was such a huge plus for our family! Everything was clean and nicely maintained. There were so many fun things to do that we honestly didn't even take that many pictures because we were too busy enjoying ourselves Overall, we had a great time celebrating our daughter's birthday. It was a fun family weekend, everyone enjoyed themselves, and we'd definitely come back again! read more

Ahh. Where to start? Straight off the top: pros! The room was quite passably clean, no sign of bugs and the bed was comfortable enough that my ai registered a 93 for sleep quality. ( I did feel amazing enough to be packed up and out of the room by 8:30am.) Every employee that I interacted with was very pleasant and helpful. Cons: This is a giant petri-dish of a hellscape. That water was NASTY. The bathrooms in the waterpark area and near the entrance were NASTY. (Despite the fact there was never a wait....hmmm) The Waterpark area is too small for the amount of people allowed in there. It's VERY unsanitary. The adults in attendance from the greater public were quite intoxicated and the kids were not being watched well. The Chloramine gas levels in that place were off the chart. This can cause shortness of breath, rashes, coughing blood and other issues. Solution to navigating this environment: I rented an outside cabana, luckily the weather was good. My cabana server tried her best. They are understaffed. The advertised cabana perks are hit and miss. It does get you out of the chemical haze inside and provides the only real shade protection available outside. Conclusion: it's too much work to learn the navigation to make this unsanitary location more than a "one and done," destination. read more

Waterpark- 8/10: Lots of Options for the whole family. Lines were not that long. Everyone had a good time Food: Total rip off. Prices are ridiculous and the food is average. Extras: paid for a family adventure add on which basically covered the ropes course and bowling. Everything else you had to have somethings else to participate. Example: The magic quest was available as part of the adventure but then you have to pay 20-25 for a wand. The Wolf pass is extremely expensive and doesn't even include the build a bear which is what every kid wants. Room: 2/10-- we had the "Grizzly Bear" suite. While it had 2 rooms which was spacious with 3 kids- no microwave, a coffee machine that didn't work and a TINY mini fridge. You would think that they would have a microwave in a room... nope. The. you would think that maybe one for each floor... nope. We had to trek through the maze of a hotel from the 4th floor to the first to use a microwave. Plus- the elevators are in the center of the hotel so you have to walk like a quarter mile to get your room. Also-- the TP in the bathrooms are like a 1/2 ply... with hoe much rooms are- splurge on some TP you can't see through. $20 a day for parking is also a rip off. I understand if you're just coming to the water park but hotel guests shouldn't have to pay extra to park their car. We had waited for a few years for our kids to be old enough to enjoy the GWL but this will be our last visit to this place. We should've just went to Disneyland. read more

My 10 year old granddaughter came back from a vacation and told me about The Great Wolf Lodge and how she wanted to go. I've never given it much thought, but I knew there was one at 2500 Daniels St, Manteca, CA 95337. I figured, what the heck, so I booked a room for 2 days for her, my son, and me, as they were running a super great sale. Upon arrival, I didn't understand anything. Apparently, everything is on a wrist band, and no cash is taken. Anyway, when checking in, a young lady behind the hotel check in counter named Sandra was so nice and explained everything. I felt bad that I took up so much of her time. She had a wonderful, kind attitude and really wanted me to understand how everything worked. The hotel was huge and spotlessly clean, including my ADA two bedroom room- plenty of towels and clean linen. Air conditioner had clean filters and worked great, considering it was 90° outside. Overall, this is the most family friendly hotel I have experienced. There is a HUGE indoor water park that rivals anything I've ever seen. Yes it has the enclosed slides, wave pool, lazy river, etc. In other areas outside the water park there are rope climbing area, and various other things to do such as the arcade and Oliver's Mining Company. Plenty of kid friendly restaurants serving pizza, pretzels, and even prime rib for the adults. In the morning, there is a great buffet available till 10:30 AM. Lots of favorites kids items like macaroni and cheese and cereals. Fresh made omelettes to order are also available. There are several poor reviews on this place related to rude employees, cleanliness, improper credit card charges, and value for the money. During my stay, I did not experience any of this. Yes, it's a bit pricey (especially the arcade which I fell victim too-loved it). Every employee was polite, respectful, kind, and was willing to help me if I had a question. The room housekeepers were excellent and always said hello-always happy to assist me if I needed something. My room windows were clean and all credit card charges were fine. To save money, watch for sales that they sometimes run. Enjoy the free great interactive shows. IF you decide to visit the arcade, say Hi to the Psychic Chicken. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND The Great Wolf Lodge! read more

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This is only about the day pass for the water park. First, you enter the hotel area but just keep walking past the lobby and keep going past the restaurants until you see the Adventure Park, take a left around the Adventure Park and you'll see the check-in for the Water Park. If you miss it, the people that can wrist bands at the water park will direct you. Once you're inside, far right are the changing rooms, rest rooms, and lockers. $18 for a small one. The wave pool wasn't working the day we went which was a bummer. Smaller in size but seemed cool. However, there are multiple slides and rides that were all good. Seems like the water slides all use salt water, and the pool outside is chlorinated. There's a bar, dippin dots, and a pretzel based place and a burger place inside for food and drink. No water bottle refill that we found but you can refill at the drink stations. For good rides, the family one (right biggest staircase when you face the left from the entrance) will let you on Sequoia Splash or River Canyon Run. The former is at the top to the right, and River Canyon Run is to the left. RCR is much tamer as a slide, but both have a 250 lb per person limit and 700 lb total limit. They weigh you before you get on so don't attempt to get on without that. The smaller body slides all run a lot of water flow so don't worry about getting slowed down or anything. Great water fun! Definitely will come again! They are big on safety, and have lifeguards posted everywhere, and they seem to rotate areas every 30 minutes. No running and they are super cautious about what goes on. Very helpful when asked about any questions. One more thing: You can pay for your parking ($20) when they check tickets. Make sure you keep that wristband. Also, the entire park is cashless so make sure you have payment via your phone or a card handy! Have fun! read more

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Came with our kids and had an overall great time. We didn't interact with too many staff members, a lot of things were automated. Check-in was smooth, our room was clean and comfortable. Our kids enjoyed the water park, adventure rope course, the arcade, mirror maze and the outdoor pool. Food was okay, it's mostly fast food options. Overall, it was a positive experience and I could see us coming back again in the future. read more

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We had an incredible experience at this place! We stayed in the Wolf Suite, which can comfortably sleep six people, but since there were only three of us, it felt very spacious. We got it for $270 on a Friday night. Our check-in was scheduled for 4:00 PM, but we were able to get into our room early at 3:15 PM.The water park is super cool and has slides for all ages. My toddler had the best time in the wave pool. The artificial waves start with the sound of a wolf howling, which everyone loved. There are also bigger slides that are thrilling enough to scare--and excite--an adult. Throughout our stay, the staff was super nice.Dining at the Barnwood restaurant was a great experience as well. My burger and Manhattan were delicious, and my wife thoroughly enjoyed her pasta. The vibe was slightly upscale yet completely family-friendly at the same time. read more

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I wouldn't come back to great wolf loge! My daughter found a cockroach jump into the pool and the life guards didn't pay any attention or care. Don't recommend to come! read more

My kids enjoyed the water park, but unfortunately, the stay was not worth the price we paid. The entire experience was ruined by the cockroach infestation throughout the water park. Seeing cockroaches everywhere was extremely disgusting, uncomfortable, and concerning, especially with our entire family there. My family personally noticed that the cockroaches appeared to be coming from the wave pool area and then spreading throughout the water park. We reported the issue to the staff, and they were clearly aware of the problem. Unfortunately, all we received were apologies and comments about how embarrassed they were about the situation. An apology is not enough when guests are paying high prices to enjoy a clean and safe environment. While my children were able to enjoy parts of the stay, as a parent I could not relax or enjoy myself knowing that there were cockroaches throughout the facility. This was extremely disappointing and completely unacceptable for a family resort, especially considering the amount we paid for our stay. read more

My kids had the best time! I have two boys (11 and 7), and we went for my 7-year-old's birthday. I always said I'd never take them to Great Wolf Lodge, but my April baby always wants a "pool" party--and it's usually cold or rainy--so I gave in. Prices were actually reasonable, so we booked Sunday-Tuesday. Check-in lines were long, but the self-serve kiosk was quick and easy. We got wristbands for the room and water park and headed straight to the pool. It was packed Sunday around 5 p.m., which was expected, so we stayed a couple hours and went back to the room. Food inside the hotel was either closed or overpriced, but the location is great--about 0.5 miles from Panda Express, Chili's, Costco, La Estrella (amazing Mexican food), and more. We ate at Chili's. Parking is $20/day. You can use the water park from check-in day through checkout, which is awesome. My 11-year-old loved the Howlers Peak Ropes Course. My 7-year-old and I tried it, but he got scared at the top--staff helped him down right away. I don't blame him, it's high! I only did the first level, but my 11-year-old did the second level three times. My 7-year-old also loved the arcade. Most attractions cost extra, but there are decent deals. The only ones I wouldn't do again are mini golf and bowling--they're very small and just okay. We had the unlimited family pass, so we used them anyway. Best part: the slides! I'm 32 and my husband is 34, and we had just as much fun as the kids. Big or small, all the slides were a blast. Honestly, one of our favorite family vacations. The room (Grizzly Suite) was clean and spacious for 3 adults and 2 kids. Beds weren't super comfortable, but that's typical. Cleanliness mattered most. Checkout was easy via text, but double-check your bill--they tried to charge us $60 for "missing" towels we returned. A quick call got it refunded, but I can see how others might miss that. Overall, we'll likely be back within the next year. read more

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The lodge is a great place to take the family for an all inclusive event and a safe place to take your children. HOWEVER!!!!!!!!!! I do not say this lightly, DO NOT EAT AT THE BUFFET unless you want a night of food poisening, vomitting and nearly passing out because of your body removing eaten food out of every orofice your body has. September 18th, 2;00 AM through 4:00 AM nearly passing out, shaking strongly and letting loose what I ate at the buffet was one of the most awful experiences I have had of late. DO NOT EAT AT THE BUFFET!!! SAVE YOURSELF. Gloria P. of Pacheco read more

This is a great spot for a vacation with kids. We came here with a group of 19 and had a great experience working with Erica Dean on our room block. She was very helpful and informative the entire time, even after our room block closed. The waterpark is great for kids probably from 3-12. We saw adults enjoying their time there, but mostly kids/families were kiddos that were fully mobile and at least 3 ft tall. I think 3ft is the minimum for getting kids access to 2 of the waterslides. My son just hit that requirement and he had such a blast just with the two slides. I think the 4-5 year olds loved the tide pool and the slides as well. This spot is really convenient for families to just have a place to stay, food, and entertainment all in one place. There are activities like yoga, story time, and arts & crafts. They also have a candy and ice cream shop on site. I really think we could probably come here annually and our kids can keep coming back to experience new things. My son only explored a fraction of the park, so I think by next year he'll have an even better time. Food here is mostly fried and not super diverse. Manage your expectations for healthier options because they really cater to the kids with pizza, burgers, nachos. The one salad they had on the menu was shockingly nor good. The rooms here are a small step above holiday inns - clean enough, pretty basic with not a ton of frills, has a mini fridge and plenty of counter space. I feel like food, rooms, entertainment, etc are all catered for families, don't expect luxury or any frills - but expect making some sweet and exciting memories with the family! read more

Waterpark was ok. We ate at the campfire kitchen. The buffet has to be the worst I have ever had, the quality of the food was horrible. We also ate at another restaurant and again it was horrible(pretzelmaker). The mini pretzel dogs were like rubber, the worst! (expensive) Due to this we won't recommend or we won't be back to waste our money read more

I LOVE the concept of a hotel, arcade, ice cream parlor, restaurants,, rope course, mini golf, indoor waterpark and attractions all in one building. The hotel is big! So many rooms here. I booked the 6 person room which has 2 queen beds and a pullout sofa bed. pretty good size. This place is meant for young children, I would say 3-12 years old. Many MANY families. parking is an additional cost, even if you stay overnight at the hotel. wear the wristband on your left wrist so it's easier to reach the machine when entering/exiting. we sure used the in/out privilege to go out for dinner outside of GWL. Better food and prices outside. Expect higher costs inside the park for very basic food (burger, ice cream, fries, continental breakfast). Waterpark- -grab a chair EARLY in the morning. It's soo hard to find an open seat to even put your stuff. many chairs are regular low chairs (does not lean back), super crowded and close together with strangers. -It's super packed in the waterpark! Wave pool and lazy river have just too many people bumping into each other. Spent only minimal time in there and had to get out. not enjoyable. -Slides are fun! Some build up speed and go pretty fast! -locker room has shower, toilets, and dry changing booths. was clean. -outdoor waterpark only open for summer. went in winter and imagined it would have been so nice to have the extra lounge chairs that were outdoors. sure needed it. read more

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We had such a fun experience at Great Wolf Lodge! It is definitely a very kid-focused hotel and a great one-night getaway if you want something easy, exciting, and memorable for children. We only stayed one night, but we really made the most of it. We enjoyed the water park for two full days and spent at least 2.5 hours there each time. My son especially loved our Wolf Den room and got such a kick out of the bunk bed. It made the stay feel extra special for him. We also did Build-A-Bear, played arcade games, joined the free arts and crafts, and enjoyed story time and the dance party. The property is so well organized, and they really seem to have thought of everything when it comes to entertaining kids. Breakfast was honestly the highlight of our morning. They had everything you can think of and more, and it was delicious. We paid for it as part of our package, and I believe it was around $35 for two people, which felt like a steal for the amount and variety of food. I know some reviews mention cleanliness issues, but that was not our experience. Our room was very clean, and we had no problems. The water park was busy, but not overwhelming. I think the best time to enjoy it is around 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., before the next wave of guests starts arriving. The only thing I would note is that the restaurant is overpriced, but that is probably expected for a popular resort like this. My biggest tip is to go on a weekday if possible. We checked in Tuesday and checked out Wednesday and got an amazing rate of $139, which felt like a steal. Overall, Great Wolf Lodge is high-energy but so much fun. If your child enjoys water play, themed rooms, and kid-friendly activities, it is definitely a must-visit at least once. I would absolutely take my son back, maybe once a year or after several months, so it still feels special. read more

My family & I just came back to this location & it was a much better experience. We stayed on a Tuesday night & it was way less crowded. We booked a double room kids cabin with bunks & 2 adjoining rooms. Upon check-in I made sure to kindly ask that we were not placed in the same rooms as our last visit (we got terrible sleep due to employee noise outside our windows last time) the team member at check in told me that they in fact did have us booked to stay in the same rooms we didn't want, but she was able to change our rooms in the system which was appreciated. Our rooms faced the North side of the resort facing Daniels Street & they were nice & quite to sleep in (but quite a ways from the elevators.) The 2 days we spent in the park (Tuesday & Wednesday) were awesome. The only slides that had any wait times were the big family 5 seater slides & we never waited more than 5 minutes (last trip in summer they were a 45 minute wait ) All the other slides had absolutely no wait & we could ride 10x in a row with no wait. The parking lot was only about 25% full so there was parking everywhere. Our kids had such a fun trip this time & we'll definitely be back. Our kids loved the gold panning experience right by the water park entrance, we bought 2 of the family size bags of pay dirt like $35 each & our kids found tons of cool gemstones, rocks, fossils, & shark teeth. The only downside to our trip was like the last 2 hours we were there there was a code brown (a kid pooped in the water) so the lazy river & the connected slides were shutdown for a while. We will definitely be coming again but will make sure it's mid week, not in the summer or close to a holiday. Thanks for having us again GWL read more

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We celebrated my daughter's birthday at Great Wolf Lodge and it turned out to be one of those experiences the kids will talk about for a long time. We booked the deluxe cabin suite, which was perfect for a birthday sleepover -- bunk beds everywhere, tons of space, and the kids immediately felt like they were on a mini adventure. Having her two best friends stay the night made it extra special, and the layout worked really well for both kids and adults to have their own space without feeling crowded. The water park itself was a huge hit. There's enough variety that everyone found something they loved, from the bigger slides to the wave pool and all the smaller play areas. The kids basically ran nonstop the entire time, which is exactly what you want as a parent. One of the BEST decisions we made was renting a cabana. Total game changer. Having a dedicated space to regroup, stash belongings, relax for a few minutes, and not fight for chairs made the whole day so much more enjoyable. If you're going for a full day, I highly recommend it. We also had dinner at the restaurant onsite and were pleasantly surprised -- the half chicken was actually really good and a great option after a long day in the water park when nobody wants to leave the property. Service was friendly and patient with our very excited crew. And the nighttime dance party? Absolute chaos in the best way. So fun, so high-energy, and honestly one of those core memory moments watching the kids completely in their element. By the end of the day I had completely lost my voice from laughing, cheering, and trying to keep up with the excitement... which probably tells you everything you need to know about how much fun we had. Is it a splurge? Yes. But for a birthday or special occasion where you want built-in entertainment and memories without having to plan a million separate things, it's absolutely worth it. read more

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We stayed at Great Wolf Lodge in Manteca and overall the experience was mixed, but there were definitely some highlights. One thing we really loved is that the waterpark is indoors and heated, which makes it perfect no matter the weather. Being able to enjoy the pool without worrying about cold temperatures was a big plus, especially for kids. The biggest positive is that the kids had an amazing time. The waterpark is fun, exciting, and kept them entertained for hours with a great variety of slides, pools, and activities. There's always something going on, and from a child's perspective, it truly feels like a special and memorable getaway. However, there were some major downsides that took away from the overall experience. The bathrooms and locker room areas were disappointing -- they were often dirty, wet, and not well maintained, especially during busy times. For a place that revolves around water and hygiene, this was a big letdown. The food was another major issue. It is very overpriced for the quality and portions you receive. For families, the cost of meals and snacks adds up extremely fast, and there are limited affordable options on site. Long lines during peak hours only added to the frustration. The resort also gets very crowded, which is expected, but it makes cleanliness and food service problems more noticeable. While some staff members were friendly and helpful, it felt like the resort could use more employees to keep up with the volume of guests. Overall, Great Wolf Lodge is a fun place for kids, and they genuinely had a great time. We loved the indoor, heated waterpark, but the dirty bathrooms and overpriced food make it hard to fully justify the cost. With better cleanliness and more reasonable food pricing, this place could be much better. read more

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Memorable water slide experience! We had a wonderful experience sliding through many slides seaperatly and some together. The endless river was fun chasing them as well as them chasing me. Watching then play water basketball, the wave pool and the kitty play area. It was exhausting and satisfying. The Kid talked about it for days. read more

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Check in & out was so easy! Rooms are nice , a microwave would have been a plus. Parking is 20 bucks kinda expensive for all the money you're spending. Absolutely loved outdoor pool, perfect temperature & wonderful cabanas . Food was decent. Chicken nachos probably the best item we ate. Definitely enough for a few people read more

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Been here 3 times already on various holiday weekends. Came here for Memorial Day weekend and it was probably our best experience so far. I came with my parents and 2 kiddos (5 yo and 1 yo). The breakfast buffet has gotten better and the customer service is noticeably better than we had experienced in the past. The ready to order eggs and omelette are yum. Something for everyone. My baby loves the fruits. Overall resort is clean and feels relatively safe. It's not unusual to see kids wandering around alone and lots of parents around keep watchful eyes out. It's definitely a resort more for the kids, so bring your inner child. The magiquest game is so cheesy, but my kiddo and husband enjoy it. Lots of kids play it, so you'll feel like you're missing out if you don't. We always end up doing more activities than we initially plan, so next time we'll probably look into trying one of the bundle discount passes. Personally my favorite part is that the water park is indoors. You don't have to cross your fingers for good weather and you don't have to wear sunscreen. I mobile order the lunch and eat inside the water park so my kid can stay in her suit swim still soaking wet. read more

First visit to the water park with the kids today. We loved the water slides! It was packed but what do you expect on a Sunday. We rented a cabana and had the best host in Alex, who went out of his way to take care of our family! Thank you Alex, we appreciate you! Ricardo was also amazing as well. We had a blast and can't wait to come back. We live in SF and have access to great food, we thought the food at the lodge was pretty good and the prices were to be expected. Great vibes and so much to do! read more

The rooms are incredibly dusty. When the minisplit is on it circulates the dust everywhere and you will get showered in it like a chinchilla taking dust bath. read more

Disgusting hotel. They put us in a room where the windows was covered with a ton of bird shit! No discounts or accommodations per manager!! Who goes on vacation and pay a lot of money fir a room where you can't enjoy the view!! The outside pools' water was literally cloudy and looked nasty! You would think they would take time to test the water even for health reasons. Smh... Truly a dump! read more

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This is a good place for small & young children who enjoy the water. Teens may enjoy the water slides but it does get crowded and there are not a lot of slides. Their lazy river is small, crowded, and not enough room for everyone to get an inflatable tube. Pros: Plenty of staff around pools and I always see them training and doing scenarios. Regardless, parents are ultimately responsible for those in their care but you always see some pretty young kids with little supervision. Since the majority of this is indoors, regardless of weather, you can still plan a visit. They have an outdoor area as well but it is not very large. I have only come during cooler months as I don't like the heat. Bowling alley, arcade, and adventure area but this is a double edged sword as it is costly and it adds up for a family. They have activities on site- keychain making, decorations with pipe cleaners and bells, PJ dance party (if you and your family are into that) Cons: Usually crowded on weekends and that means lines (for slides, food, and towels), lack of chairs for all. We arrived on Fri and Sat was way more crowded. I saw latecomers arrive only to find that all chairs were taken. Food is meh and okay at best. I decided to try the Pretzel & Hot Dog on a Stick restaurant on Saturday and they only had 2 employees working at 1pm and they were obviously overwhelmed and unable to keep up with the requests. My sandwich was messed up (requested no cheese and it still had cheese) and when I mentioned this, the employee stated she would have the one person cooking remake it and after about 10 minutes, I gave up. I asked for mini dogs as a substitution. The mini dogs were very bland and dough was underdone. Yuck. No thanks. Buckets had a longer line and wait time for food was even longer. Rooms are average and at least come with a sleeper sofa for larger parties. However, rooms should be furnished with a larger table to accommodate larger groups. It's only good for 2 (small table with 2 chairs). Staff were fine and parking lot was pretty full. For the price of a day pass, you are better off spending the night. Chlorine/chemical smell is very overwhelming as this is an enclosed space read more

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This is a great place for the kids! I have a 4 and 7 year old and both had a lot of fun. They really enjoyed the water park and MagiQuest interactive adventure game. My 7 year old couldn't get enough of the MagiQuest game. We upgraded the magic wand which she really loved. Although it's an extra cost she enjoyed it. Highly recommended. Also the water park was fun. We enjoyed some drinks, food, and lazy river. I would recommend going early for good seating because it can get crowded around the good spots. Also it's worth going early the day of your arrival since them can give you your passes early. The basic rooms were ok. Next time we will try the themed rooms. The check in process wasn't as bad as mentioned in other reviews. Maybe they changed the process. Overall it's a great place for kids but it can he overwhelming if you're not ready for a bunch of kids running around. read more

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Our first time here with the family was such a fun experience! The overall atmosphere is incredibly family-friendly. I took my girls to the children's events hosted in the lobby, and I honestly found myself enjoying my own inner child right alongside them. We absolutely loved the arts and crafts and the storytelling time. The room layout is also wonderful for families. Our room had a separate section for the kids featuring a bunk bed and a twin bed, which was beautifully split from the main bedroom area. It added such a nice, warm, and kid-friendly touch to our stay. The indoor water park itself is fantastic, though it did feel a bit musty and humid inside the pool area. Improved ventilation would definitely elevate the comfort level. During our visit, one of the toddler swimming areas (restricted to children under 40-45 inches) was closed. Unfortunately, my three-year-old was in that height range, so she missed out on the full experience there, though there were luckily other areas available for her to enjoy. The wave pool was great! I really appreciated that it wasn't too deep, which made it much easier and safer for someone of my height (4'11") to swim and wade around with my three-year-old daughter. Right next to the water park, the rest of the building has so much more to offer! They have amazing shops, fun obstacle courses, an awesome arcade, and great food options all conveniently located inside. It really keeps the kids entertained even when you're out of the water. The staff members were consistently friendly and attentive. On our way out in the morning, the housekeeping staff at every door warmly said good morning to us, which was such a sweet touch. I didn't carry my phone with me during our water park session to take photos, but the memories were worth it. This is definitely a place we would love to return to and make a family tradition moving forward! Rate: 8/10 read more

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Yesterday was my first visiting at great Wolf Lodge for the first time celebrating my granddaughter's upcoming seventh birthday. Room 4149 was booked for a family of 12 to celebrate. Tissue papers in the ladies restroom near the wave pool was not kept stocked . Toilet seat cover are not an option they're not provided. Unacceptable & disappointed. read more

I have been to two other GWL from out of state when the kiddos were little decades ago; so I was excited to jump on the opportunity to stay at this newer location through a timeshare during Halloween, just over an hour drive without the 580 E traffic. Parking is $19 a day. The lobby was very nicely decorated, there was a dance activity for the kids which was loud. Check in was seamless, staff was very helpful. We even got complimentary "wolf ears" to wear. Aside from the waterpark which is open from 10am-8pm, there is a rope obstacle course (with harness) a small bowling alley and an arcade. There a places to eat inside which is very convenient, you can link a credit card to you electronic wrist band (which is also your door key, parking in and out swipe, and water park admission) to pay for any purchases within GWL. Even after checking out of the room, we could stay and enjoy the water park until it closes at 8pm (which we took advantage of). They do have an outside pool which appears to be closed for the season. The only thing I found frustrating was the low signal for mobile data plan, which seems to be an issue even outside of the park. They do have free internet to connect to, however will not work with my secure work laptop. Overall, great indoor waterpark, definitely a cool place for family with teens, tweens, kids, and for the young at heart folks. :) read more

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Great place ... no kind of guest service.. how u gonna have one person on a Sunday checking people in makes no sense

My bestie raved about this Great Wolf Lodge and her past visits with her family. We planned this trip on our kid's second week of Spring break and was hoping it would be quieter since we planned on going during the week. Easter weekend coming earlier this year I'm sure didn't help. We made the most of it. We booked a standard family suite for 3 nights. We added their breakfast club buffet for our time here and an unlimited eat and play package. The indoor Waterpark is included with your stay here. Our beds were comfortable, but the restrooms could use a vent and a deep clean about the shower itself. (See picture). I was emailed an offer to extend, bummed that when we tried calling the front desk. No one picked up and then we waited over 20 minutes to have an older lady working front desk that there was nothing left, so she's not sure why I got an email to extend. Room rates are cheaper when you book in advance or plan for longer stays, but overall we still spent a lot here. We should have just gone to Disneyland this time around. I like that it's convenient and they offer dining and booze on property, but like anywhere there's convenience; you pay the cost for that. We did everything we could possibly do with our kids here and they still spent most of their time at the arcade. The prizes and the ability to win more tickets were amazing. We were bummed our son wasn't more excited for the MagiQuest and the other activities offered on property. It was crowded everywhere we went here no matter what time of day it was. I recommend downloading their app to reserve tables, preorder food and drinks. We dined at their buffet for our breakfast club deal and they offered a little more than a continental breakfast with their omlet station. I made it a point to load up on protein and fiber. There weren't any employees that stuck out to me besides the gift shop ladies. They were actually friendly besides the guy that ran the buffet in the morning. Thank you. We enjoyed our trip here besides the crazy crowds. Our next trip we'll plan for an off season. read more

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This was our third time visiting Great Wolf Lodge, and our kids still never want to leave! This time, we tried the family climbing activity and bought the family climbing pass -- it worked out to be less than $10 per person for about 20 minutes of fun. It was a really great experience! The shops inside the hotel are reasonably priced, which was a nice surprise. The only downsides were that the water park felt a bit cramped and the check-in process took longer than expected. But overall, we were very happy with everything and had a great time! read more

Great Wolf Lodge - Manteca - Resorts Near Me - Manteca, California

We stayed one night at Great Wolf Lodge and overall had a decent experience, but there are definitely some concerns. The room itself was perfectly fine. clean, comfortable, and we had no complaints there. I actually loved that the room keys are on wristbands, which made things super convenient, especially with kids. Also, the sofa pulling out into an extra bed was a nice surprise. it basically gave us three beds in a two-bed room, which worked out great for our family. The dance party is such a great idea before kids hit the hay I do want to do that at home now thank you! That said, the biggest issue for me was the cleanliness of the water park areas. The floors throughout the park felt really dirty and could seriously use a deep clean or power wash. The bathrooms were also not well maintained.. when I went in, there was poop all over the toilet and floors in multiple stalls, and it stayed that way for a while. Even the stairs leading up to the slides and play structures were noticeably dirty. It honestly made me uncomfortable walking around barefoot, especially knowing people are walking in and out with shoes or water shoes that have been everywhere, including the bathrooms, and then tracking that back into the pool areas. I do want to give credit to the staff though watching them and they're clearly working hard and dealing with a lot on a daily basis, and I can imagine it's not easy to keep up with the volume of guests. However, the cleanliness factor is a big deal for me. Unfortunately, my daughter ended up getting sick the first day, and I can only assume it may have been from accidentally ingesting pool water. After reading other recent reviews mentioning similar experiences, it does raise concerns. As much as the kids loved it, I'm not sure we would return. The fun isn't worth the risk of getting sick. I read a lot of the reviews in the past ten days have been with kids being hospitalized or seriously ill. Pls pls pls make sure you bathe the kids and yourself asap. read more

In Sundays, restaurants serving warm food close at 9pm. The only restaurant open, Barnwood, closes at 10pm. No where on the app does it say kitchen closes at 9:30. I got there at 9:40 and waited 12 minutes in line to place a to go order. They served people ahead of me. When they got to me, they said the kitchen is closed. Both the restaurant manager and the general manager were apologetic, but offered no compensation. They basically said politely there is nothing they can do. Better to just door dash than to eat at any restaurant here. read more

Great Wolf Lodge - Manteca - False advertisement on hours. Kitchen closes 30 min early with no notice - Resorts Near Me - Manteca, California

First time at any Great Wolf Lodge and it was a good first experience. We were able to check into our suite early and Stacy and Lori at the front desk were gracious to extend our checkout time to accommodate a member of our party who needed more time to get down the hall to our room and back. The waterpark is great and the kids really enjoyed the slides and the lazy river and wave pool. They are sticklers about the towel return count so be careful not to lose them! Only downside which resulted in one star down is the water pressure in the walk in shower of our suite was really low so showering took a lot longer. The shower curtains are also too long so water splashes on the floor. The shower with a tub in the suite had much better water pressure so I'd recommend showering kids in there for ease. read more

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Room wasn't ready for check in until 6p. Facility was clean & My son had a ball for his 4th birthday. Plenty of food options

Tasty delicious food. It's hidden in the back corner. Hard to see you. Need to go check out the food delicious., used to be a bar now insert good drinks with good food. A must check out hiding in the corner real good food. We just went there for the first time meaning to go for so long. They've been there for two years. You must go check the food out really delicious!!!! read more

GO EARLIER THAN YOU PLANNED!! THE CHECK-IN LINE IS LONG. We've frequently come here over the past 4-5 years. My kids always love coming here, they have a good time. This visit we came on a holiday, we've been here in the past on a holiday and this is the first time we've waited 75 minutes to get our wristbands to check-in and swim, not our rooms, just the wristbands. Got in line around 12:30pm and finally made it in the water at 2pm. There are 5 self-check-in kiosk stations, but if anyone needed help there was only 1 person to help those 5 kiosks and it seemed almost everyone needed help. The self check-in works fast only if the name on your ID/Drivers license EXACTLY matches the name on your reservation. If it's not an exact match it will give you an error message "your ID does not match the name on your reservation please check in at guest services". So if you have an initial or extra last name on your ID, it will give you the error message. You also have to have the physical credit card you used to make the reservation, that kiosk will not take the digital scan of cards on your wallet from your phone., such as Apple Pay. Again there is someone helping to bypass that computer error but they only had 1 person to do that and if they don't come to help in time then it times you out and you have to start all over again with entering in your reservation info. If you want to swim before you get your room, just go as earliest as possible and plan for the long wait in line. read more

Not the best experience. Our room had a sour smell to it, the mattress was dirty, and the water pool seemed relatively dirty as well.

This place is a buffet of fun activities for your kids enjoyment! We've been here thrice in 12 months because my then 8 and now 9-year old son loves the experience. *Activities* The waterpark is the main activity. The kids enjoy the wave pool, the river, the splash pads, and the slides. The chlorine can smell a bit strong because it's enclosed indoors. They have outdoor pool but it's closed when we went there. Other than the water park, they also have a bunch of activities. My son loves the magic quest experience. It kept him busy outside pool hours. Next he enjoyed the mining experience. It's a mini gold rush experience for the kids. They also have arcade, bowling, rope courses, and mini golf. The Wolf pass is a good deal if you are staying for at least 2 nights because you get to do all of the activities. They have different interactive shows on the lobby across the day specially during busy days. The activities seem enjoyable for kids under 8. *Food* The hotel has different food choices and the prices are decent. You have the option to get the buffet breakfast that includes a good variety of family breakfast staples. If you like coffee and light breakfast, they have Dunkin Donuts. For other meals, they have pizza and chicken burger place. They also have a better dining option, they have the Barnwood. But they need reservations to guarantee a spot. They don't accept walk ins in our past two visits. But the third visit, we were able to book two dinners there for healthier food options (fish and salads). They have pool bar for the parents and they offer a good variety of standard and fun cocktails and drinks. *Rooms* The rooms are standard size. Because the guests swim, the bathrooms tend to have chlorine and air dried musty smell. Other than that, the whole room is decent. Prices vary depending on the season. Summer and school breaks, they tend to be between 300-400. But I heard they have $200 deals on off-peak seasons and weekdays. Parking is a challenge if you arrive midday of Saturdays. Fridays are easier if you plan a weekend trip. Not sure if my som would request another visit soon. But so far we've been enjoying it. read more

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