articles

Top 10 Things to Consider when Planning a Trip to Great Wolf Lodge

Family Fun at Great Wolf Lodge 2023

By Holly Lewis July 24, 2023

Planning a getaway to Great Wolf Lodge for some family fun is an experience that your family won’t forget! We enjoyed a trip to  Great Wolf Lodge over spring break and our kids can't wait to go back. The excitement is contagious, watching their joy as they explore the hotel and discover hidden quests at every step throughout the hotel is truly an experience to remember. As parents we're easily bought into the experience with so many activities, themed merchandise and treats to consume!

We realized how easy it is to get carried away with it all.

LIMITED TIME OFFER: Get 15% off a Great Wolf Lodge Full Day Pass 

Don't be worried about getting their early! Guests are permitted to use the water park at 1pm on check in day so we took advantage of the extra hours and got there early, going straight to the water park upon check in.

Gifts!? Guests are gifted with complimentary Wolf Ear headbands that are the cutest touch for a themed hotel that you can imagine!




Our highlight picks at the Great Wolf Lodge include:

  1. The Water Park: includes a phenomenal kiddie pool area, leisure pool area, wave pool, various water slides including tube slides, spray park and an indoor/ outdoor hot tub.
  2. The MagiQuest adventure is where Magi’s will go on various quests throughout the hotel to reach new levels and earn the title of Master Magi! The best part is, if you don’t finish your quest, you can resume where you left off on your next visit! Just remember to bring your wand with you!



But don’t think that’s all they have for attractions! They have an arcade, miners gem panning, glow in the dark mini golf, morning yoga sessions, arts and crafts, games, and singalongs, and much, much more!

With all these great attractions knowing what to bring is something we all want to take note of. There are so many attractions and novelty stores to keep you occupied, all the additional costs add up throughout your stay. Here are some things to consider prior to your next trip to Great Wolf Lodge to save your wallet and any hassle from the Wolf Pack   

  • Pre purchase the Wolf Wakeup Breakfast package to save cash on food and drinks! The breakfast buffet is stacked with an array of breakfast items, fruits, specialty cut meats, cold cereals and sweets for your sweet tooth.
  • Bring your wall chargers for any phones and electronic devices. There are no USB outlets in the rooms.
  • There are no electric car chargers on the premises. Locate nearby car ports if you have an electric car.
  • All rooms have a mini fridge. Stock up on single serve drinks and snacks for the kiddos. This will save you big on food and drink costs.

As parents we are aware of our children’s wants and needs whether they are warranted or not. Pro-tip for those wanting to save on some of those wants during your visit to Great Wolf Lodge will want to take note on these special selections, I’ve curated to save you BIG on items you can pre-purchase prior to your visit so you can save for hotel attractions and have your family looking like a real wolf pack  

This section features affiliate links, meaning Macaroni KID North Sound will earn a small commission if you purchase through these links   

  1. The cutest combo for your Wolf Cubs are these too cute not to consider Wolf slippers:
Lazy One Animal Paw Slippers for Kids and Adults, Fun Costume for Kids, Cozy Furry Slippers


   2. Light up the nightly kids dance party with these bubble wands:

LED Light Up Unicorn Bubble Wand Toy | Includes (2) 3oz Bubble Solutions | Batteries Included


Maxx Bubbles Dinosaur Bubble Wand – Light Up Bubble Blower Toy with Sounds | Outdoor Summer Fun for Kids | Party Favor and Great Gift – Sunny Days Entertainment


  3.  Got a sweet tooth? Skip the Wolf Candy Shop and order this lively mix of treats that is sure to quench any sweet tooth!

Original Gummi Fun Mix Gummy Candy Snacks Pack with Party, Variety: Gummi, Sour, Swirl'z Party, 5 oz (Pack of 12)


4.  GWL has a Build-A-Bear Store that all children seem to love! So, what’s better than a Build-A-Bear? How about this adorable reversable Wolf Plushie?!

TeeTurtle | The Original Reversible Wolf Plushie | Patented Design | Gray | Happy + Angry | Show Your Mood Without Saying a Word!


5.  No Great Wolf experience is complete without your own personal wolf stuffie!

The Petting Zoo Timber Wolf Stuffed Animal Plushie, Gifts for Kids, Wild Onez Babiez Wildlife Animals, Wolf Plush Toy, 6 inches


6.  All Master Magi’s are sure to love these Magicians capes!

Crizcape Kids Costumes Capes Cloak with Hood for Halloween Party 3-18 Years


7.  Head to the Water Park in Style with this gorgeous tote to pack your beach gear:

Geometric Wolf Print Large Beach Tote Bags for Women,Reusable Grocery Bag Personalized Tote Bags for Family,Galaxy Cosmic Wolf Beach Bag with Inner Zipper Pocket for Friends Bride Teacher


8.  There’s no better way to wolf around the pool than with these perfect hooded towels.

Wolf Hooded Bath Towel for Baby Child and Teens (Light Teal Hood)


9.  How amazing are these LED light up Wolf Water bottles?!

Ammonite Wolf Kids Water Bottle with 3D Glowing LED Light - 14 OZ Tritan BPA Free Reusable Water Cup with Lanyard Easy Clean, Creative Gift Ideal for Sports School Outdoor Camping Picnic


10.  If you’ve got one, two, or three or more kids why not dress them up in these cute pajamas? Such a cute matching look if you’re with a group or have multiples!

Leveret Striped Kids & Toddler Boys Pajamas 2 Piece Pjs Set 100% Cotton Sleepwear (Toddler-14 Years)


I hope this Great Wolf Lodge list of publisher picks for things to bring and take note of was helpful! If you have any others, I should add please feel free to let me know! We hope you have a Howling Good Time at Great Wolf Lodge with your Wolf Pack   





Let's Connect! Join us on our Socials as we Explore and Share Exclusive content, Giveaways and Announcements