As the weather starts to warm and we move into spring, do you start to get the travel bug? I know that I do! I like to plan where we can spend some fun time during the year – whether that be far away trips or places that are within driving distance. We took a lot of fun, short trips last summer. We’re lucky here in Minnesota that there are so many great places to visit within just a few hours drive. One of our trips took us to Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells. I was pretty excited when asked to do a Chula Vista Resort review!
Wisconsin Dells is a great place to visit because it is beautiful there AND there is so much to do. So, will you believe me when I tell you that we spent our entire three days right at Chula Vista Resort itself! We had plans of doing other touristy things in the area, but we were too busy having fun and relaxing at Chula Vista to make it to any of them.
Chula Vista Resort has over 200,000 square feet of waterparks, golf (both mini and “real”), a spa, restaurants and so much more. Plus they have a variety of accommodations including guest rooms, villas, suites, or condominiums. We stayed in one of the Villas. We had plenty of room and were pleased with the amenities like a fireplace and a balcony overlooking the fairway. It was also very handy to have a kitchenette for quick snacks, breakfast and late night meals when we were exhausted from a day of fun.
What was all that fun I just mentioned? We spent a lot of time in and near the water! One of our favorite spots to hang out was the Wavepool. It’s perfect for relaxing and is in a very pretty setting among tall pine trees. The outdoor Hot Springs are also not too far away from the Wavepool.
The Lost Rios Indoor Waterpark is open all year round and features one of our most fun things the Rio Rapids Action River. You can lie back and relax on inner tubes and float your way down the river. This was a perfect water activity for all of us from my 5-year-old nephew to my senior mom. The outdoor waterpark had lots more to offer! Adventure Lagoon has excitement for middle to older kids like the Durango Drop and the 350-foot long Rattlesnake Run water slide. There was also a fun area for little kids that got Little R totally exhausted by the end of the afternoon
Besides time in or near the water, we had a blast playing in the arcade, seeing a 4D movie (that means you FEEL the movie – moving seats, wind, water sprays, etc) in the 4D Action Cinema and playing miniature golf on one of the prettiest courses I have ever seen at Superstition Spring Mini Golf.
And I absolutely can’t forget to mention the restaurants! We did a lot of eating to fuel our playtime. Chula Vista Resort has plenty of dining options to choose from with everything from the Crash Landings Snack Bar to the world famous Kaminski’s Chop House (one of America’s top 10 chophouses). We enjoyed our meals in Market Fresh Buffet (huge selection) and Big Moe’s Restaurant, but I have to say one of my very favorite things I have EVER eaten came from Margaritas Mexican Grill and Cantina. These jalapeño poppers with chicken and bacon are simply to-die-for! Just looking at the picture tempts me to jump in the car and drive all the way back to Wisconsin Dells just to get some!
If you would like to learn more about Chula Vista Resort, you can also follow them on Twitter and on Facebook. Be sure to keep a close attention to their Facebook stream as they often offer giveaways! See the latest rates and specials HERE. And, I must mention that Chula Vista Resort is open all year round. Check them out for Spring Break!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
When you said Chula Vista, I thought you meant the section of San Diego and got excited because we are heading out there next month, but this is definitely not the same thing LOL.
Terin Garrett says
This post makes me excited for warm weather! Looks like a lovely resort!!
Dandi D says
This looks so fun! It’s now on my list of things to do!
Krystyn @ Really, Are You Serious? says
What a great resort! It makes me ready for warmer weather and the pool!
Krissy says
That looks amazing! I love to travel and find new fun places to take the kids, The Chula Vista Resort definitely looks like something we would enjoy. Might be worth the trip from Ohio!
Jessica says
That almost looks like a mini house! I would love to stay somewhere like that on vacation. It looks like an awesome family friendly vacation spot… with good food too!
Mitch says
That pool looks awesome, my son would love to vacation here!
Jenn says
Oh my goodness, that resort looks totally amazing! I’ve always wanted to see the Wisconsin Dells!
aimee fauci says
Wow this is awesome.. Looks like an all in one vacation spot!
Melissa says
This looks like so much fun! I have heard great things about Chula Vista. I’m ready to go!
Jaime says
This looks so great! If I had been there, you could find me at the wave pool. All the time.
Sarah says
It looks SO warm there – I am so jealous. So glad that you had such a wonderful vacation — and your family is so beautiful! Thanks for sharing.
[email protected] TheHouseholdHero.com says
I live in Orlando, so we do “vacationy” stuff all the time. This place look really neat. I love when accommodations feel like you are at home!
Liz Mays says
I haven’t been to the Dells since 1985 but it was super fun. I guess I’m due for a return trip!
Pauline Cabrera says
This is truly a wonderful experience! I am sure that you enjoyed your stay in Chula Vista. I am considering this resort for our next vacation. 🙂
Mommy2Jam says
Looks like you had a great time. I really need to go on a vacation with my kids and this looks like a great place for the whole family. Thanks for sharing
April says
What a beautiful resort! It looks like a fun, family-friendly place to visit.
Susanna Barbee (Zealous Mom) says
This place looks absolutely amazing! I wish we lived closer so that we could check it out.
Jenni E. {Sweet Pennies from Heaven} says
That looks like a crazy awesome place to stay!!! We don’t travel too much, but I’d love to visit there! Those poppers look yummy too!
Tracey Tabone says
All I can think about is laying in the sun with one of those jalapeno poppers!
Cynthia R says
OMG I want to go to this place just so I can eat one of their jalapeño poppers with chicken and bacon! YUM!
Chrishelle Ebner says
I need a summer vacation. Chula Vista looks like a great destination. I love the room, pool, and the food look delicious. I will have to give this a closer look.
Krystal says
Okay, I’m jealous. That pools looks heavenly.
Dina says
Chula Vista looks like a lot of fun. My kids would love to go there.
Theresa says
I love resorts that are like a home away from home. It looks like a fun, yet very inviting place to stay!
Cassie @ Southeast by Midwest says
It looks like you had an amazing time. That pool looks like it was fun and those poppers look AUH-MAZING.
Ashley M says
Everything about that resort looks amazing, the food, the fun, the rooms!
Toni says
That looks like a great place to visit! I would love to check it out with my family someday!
Kecia says
I love resorts where there are TONS of things to do – you don’t have to leave for entertainment or food. We have one about 3 hours from us and we have been once. Our 3 year old often asks when we are going back to the waterpark hotel!
Amy Desrosiers says
Man what a beautiful pool area this place has! I love a place with a great pool!
Piera Jolly says
It looks like you guys had fun. We are going to Key West in less than 30 days. I can’t wait!!!
Eliz Frank says
This looks like a top of the line vacation spot. The pictures you shared show a great setting with quality service and more.
Catherine L. says
Chula Vista Resort looks like a fun place to visit. There are so many things to do. My family would love the wateparks!
Virginia @thatbaldchick says
What a fun trip! Your son is seriously cute!
Melinda Babiak says
looks like you have a great time. those poppers look amazing too
Amanda Love says
It sure does look like a fun place to stay with the kids. Now if I’m ever in that neck of the woods I sure know where to head to. 🙂