Great Wolf Lodge in Scottsdale is more than just a hotel—it’s a full-fledged adventure waiting to happen. Nestled in the stunning Sonoran Desert, this family-friendly resort offers a unique blend of indoor fun and outdoor experiences. From the massive indoor water park to themed suites and engaging activities for kids and adults alike, Great Wolf Lodge is the perfect getaway for families looking to create unforgettable memories. Whether planning a weekend escape or an extended stay, here’s why Great Wolf Lodge Scottsdale | Ultimate Family Getaway should be at the top of your travel list.
Planning Your Trip to Great Wolf Lodge
This was officially our second time at Great Wolf Lodge in Scottsdale, and we’re hooked. Besides Disneyland, this is my second favorite family vacation spot. They have something for all ages, even the parents, and everything is so simple from booking our trip to heading back home.
I cannot wait to share our most recent trip with you, and hopefully get you excited to book your trip to Great Wolf Lodge.
Package Options
Upon booking your stay at GWL, here are 3 options they have available, to save you the most money and make the most out of your stay:
More Fun For Less
25% off
Save on a 2+ night stay when booking within 90 days of arrival.
Stay Dates: Valid from 08/21/2024 – 11/19/2024
Triple Fun
30% off
Save on a 3+ night stay when booking within 90 days of arrival.
Stay Dates: Valid from 08/21/2024 – 11/19/2024
Early Saver Deal
40% off
Book your stay at least 90 days before arrival.
Stay Dates: Valid from 11/19/2024
Checking In & Getting Your Room Key
When you arrive at the resort, they have a large parking lot, including a covered overhang right by the entrance. They offer the option to hold your luggage until you can check in, since all amenities are available to you once you arrive, even if your room isn’t ready yet.
Once you’ve checked in via the front desk, or available kiosks, you can head up to your room and get settled. Both times we’ve gone, we have booked the suite with separate bunk beds for the kids, which is perfect for us.
They have 2 main room options available:
- Patio- includes 2 queen beds, a sleeper sofa, balcony/patio, 1 full bath, 1 TV, and mini fridge.
- Standard- includes 2 queen beds, a sleeper sofa, 1 full bath, 1 TV, mini fridge, and coffee maker.
They also have handicap-accessible rooms available as well.
On top of deciding the type of room you’ll be needing, they have 8 different room styles to choose from:
- Family Suite- Sleeps 4-6
- Wolf Den Suite- Sleeps 4-6
- Family Wolf Den Suite (This is what we always book)- Sleeps 6-8
- KidCabin Suite- Sleeps 6-7
- Junior Cabin Suite- Sleeps 6-8
- Grizzly Bear Suite- Sleeps 6-8
- Deluxe Wolf Den Suite- Sleeps 8-12
- Deluxe KidCabin Suite- Sleeps 10-13
We didn’t spend a ton of time in our room, between eating, activities, and the waterpark. But depending on how long you are staying and how many people you have, the patio option might be perfect.
Attraction Pass Packages Available
Great Wolf Lodge offers 3 different attraction passes. Each one offers something different, but all three are worth it depending on the length of your stay.
Wolf Pass
Starts at $69.99 per package
Tax not included. Packages are subject to availability. Close-toed, close-heeled shoes and a minimum height are required for some attractions. Please check the attraction’s page for more detailed information.
- One MagiQuest game
- Choice of Vellara Wand, standard Wand Mod, or Magi belt
- One small Great Wolf Lodge Candy Shop candy cup
- One game of bowling at Ten Paw Alley
- One Paw Points game card for Northern Lights Arcade ($10)
- One climb on the Howler’s Peak Ropes Course
- Double climb admission to Rustic Ridge Climbing Wall
- One admission to Moonstone Mine
- One single scoop of ice cream from Ben & Jerry’s
- One round of Howl-in-One Mini Golf
* Close-toe, close-heeled shoes, and a minimum height are required for some attractions. Please check the attraction’s page for more detailed information.
Paw Pass
Starts at $64.99 per package
Tax not included. Packages are subject to availability. Close-toed, close-heeled shoes and a minimum height are required for some attractions. Please check the attraction’s page for more detailed information.
- One MagiQuest game
- Choice of Vellara Wand, standard Wand Mod, or Magi belt
- One small Great Wolf Lodge Candy Shop candy cup
- One single scoop of ice cream from Ben & Jerry’s
- One Paw Points game card for Northern Lights Arcade ($10)
- One pair of Great Wolf swim goggles
* Close-toe, close-heeled shoes, and a minimum height are required for some attractions. Please check the attraction’s page for more detailed information.
Pup Pass
Starts at $49.99 per package
Tax not included. Packages are subject to availability.
- One Build-A-Bear animal (outfit not included)
- One small Great Wolf Lodge Candy Shop candy cup
- One single scoop of ice cream from Ben & Jerry’s
- One Paw Points game card for Northern Lights Arcade ($10)
Adventure Park Activities
Their Adventure Park is the best. They have so many different activities to do while you are staying with them, and all are kid-friendly and safe. We were able to enjoy some time alone while the kids ran off and did their own thing. We had the option to connect the room key to each of our wristbands so the kids could go up if they ever wanted to rest and didn’t need us to unlock the door for them.
Not all activities are included in your package, but you can add-on to make your stay even better.
Adventure Park activities include:
- MagiQuest- This interactive activity takes your kiddos all over, partaking in quests! Magic wands are needed as well as the game. Both can be purchased near the ropes course
- Rustic Ridge Climbing Wall- 4 different levels
- Oliver’s Mining Co.
- Ten Paw Alley- Bowling alley
- Howler’s Peak Ropes Course- In the heart of the adventure park. Don’t forget your closed-toed and backed shoes for this one
- Northern Lights Arcade
- Moonstone Mirror Maze- A really fun maze that has an adventure awaiting you
- Build-A-Bear Workshop
- Howl In One Mini Golf
Waterpark
“With an 80,000-square-feet indoor water park kept at a perfect 84 degrees year-round, your pack can enjoy a world of fun in Scottsdale, near Phoenix, AZ whether you are staying overnight or visiting for just a day“- Great Wolf Lodge
The main reason we come to Great Wolf Lodge! Their indoor waterpark is PACKED with so many different things to do. From the wave pool to the lazy river and outdoor pools, there is something for every age. And not to mention the 7+ waterslides, you will be there all day!
Attractions inside the waterpark:
- Talking Stick Treehouse
- Slap Tail Pond
- Crooked Creek
- River Canyon Run
- Alberta Falls
- Whooping Wallow
- Diamond Back Drop
- Wolf Tail
- Totem Towers
- Cub Paw Pool
- Chinook Cove
- Big Foot Pass
- Northwoods Springs
- Racoon Lagoon
Each activity in the waterpark is better than the last, but make sure you get there early so you can snag seats. There is always seating outside, but keep in mind we do live in AZ, so it will be hot. We usually snag a seat outside, and when we see one inside free up, we move on in.
They have towels to borrow for the day, or you can purchase souvenir towels to bring home with you. We love going down all the slides multiple times, but the big four-person one is my favorite.
Dining & Shopping
Great Wolfe Lodge offers a few different options for food while you are there. From tacos to breakfast buffet and burgers, to pizza, there is something for everyone.
And when you download the app, you can order mobile pick-up items, which saves a ton of time. It also lets you know the hours of each location, since some close sooner than others.
Dining options are:
- Campfire Kitchen- Buffet
- Barnwood- Sit down
- Buckets- Burgers & Fries
- Hungry as a Wolf- Pizza
- Timbers Tacos
- The Watering Hole (inside the waterpark)
- Ben & Jerrys
- Dunkin’
- Freshwoods Market
You have a choice to purchase a souvenir refillable cup, which saved us from buying beverages the entire trip. But be warned, no Dr. Pepper. Do with that what you will.
Shopping is another great option during your stay, with everything from souvenirs, to ice cream and donuts, to a candy shop. We love being able to try a bit of everything, and I love that they have complimentary coffee in the mornings. Last trip I bought a souvenir mug and filled it up each time I ran out.
Shopping options are:
- Buckhorn Exchange Gift Shop
- Paddle Bay Outfitters
- MagiQuest Marketplace
- Build A Bear Store
- Candy Shop
Extra Activities
On top of everything else Great Wold Lodge offers, they also have entertainment all day long. Here are a few of the activities they offer:
- Character Appearances
- Arts & Crafts
- Master Magi Ceremony
- Adventures of the Great Wolf Pack
- Hustle & Howl Dance Party
- Adventure Training
There you have it, my post all about Great Wolf Lodge. We truly love visiting every time, and if you haven’t gone yet, this is the perfect time to go. We love that it is so close to Tucson and you can do so many things while you are visiting. I hope you’ll go and take me with you!!
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