Columbus, Ohio is home to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, the educational and entertaining COSI Columbus science center, the Arena district for sports lovers, and much more. Vacationers planning a trip to Columbus will also find some nearby hotels with wet and wild water parks to keep the whole family having fun.
Fort Rapids bills itself as "Where the Wild West Meets Wet & Wild," and when you see their signature Ambush Alley and Raging Bull water slides, you'll have to agree. The resort has 277 rooms decorated with a Western flair, 60 family suites that can house up to 12 travelers, and three signature restaurants connected to the resort.
Fort Rapids Indoor Water Park Resort
4560 Hilton Corporate Drive
Columbus, OH 43232
877-337-7527
fortrapids.com
The Coco Key Water Resort at Columbus's Cherry Valley Lodge features activity areas, exciting slides, and relaxing whirlpools to attract guests young and old. They offer group discounts for lodging and water park visits all year, as well as 200 guestrooms each with refrigerators and internet access,so get the family (or extended family) together and check out this island-themed paradise.
Cherry Valley Lodge
2299 Cherry Valley Road
Newark, Ohio 43055
866-754-6956
cocokeywaterresort.com
Great Wolf Lodge is located in Mason, Ohio, less than 90 minutes from Columbus. Here you'll find water attractions you won't see anywhere else like the Triple Twist slide, complete with LED light show for nighttime excitement. For those less inclined for water adventures, the lodge features a full spa, Starbucks and family suites complete with a fireplace.
Great Wolf Lodge
2501 Great Wolf Drive
Mason, OH 45040
800-913-9653
greatwolf.com
