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Great Wolf Lodge Awards

We are dedicated to providing safe, unforgettable family getaways. Explore the awards Great Wolf Lodge has earned for our premier indoor water parks, outstanding hospitality, and commitment to creating joyous family memories across North America.

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Best Family Activities Near Houston

Great Wolf Lodge was nominated by Chron.com in 2025 as one of the Best Family Activities Near Houston. This distinction highlights the resort’s popularity among families seeking immersive indoor attractions, water park fun, and kid-friendly entertainment close to home.

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10 Best Indoor Waterparks

Ranked #8 on USA Today’s 10 Best list for Best Indoor Water Park in 2025, Great Wolf Lodge was recognized for its expansive, family-focused aquatic attractions. The ranking reflects its reputation as a top destination for year-round water park fun, regardless of weather.

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Best of Our Valley 2025 Award: Best Waterpark

Great Wolf Lodge Arizona was named Best Water Park by Arizona Foothills in the 2025 Best of Our Valley Awards. The strong local support highlights the lodge’s popularity as a family-friendly destination for indoor water park fun in the Arizona area.

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16 Best Indoor Water Parks

Great Wolf Lodge ranked #8 on Parade Magazine’s list of the 16 Best Indoor Water Parks in 2025. The recognition highlights the brand’s standing as a go-to destination for indoor water park experiences designed for families.

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2025 Family Travel Award

Good Housekeeping recognized Great Wolf Lodge with a 2025 Family Travel Award for Best Play-filled Water Park. The award highlights the hands-on experiences that keep families engaged: indoor water parks, interactive attractions, and kid-friendly entertainment.

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The 24 Best Water Parks in the U.S. for 2025

Great Wolf Lodge made U.S. News & World Report's list of the 24 Best Water Parks in the U.S. It showcased the brand’s prominence among top water park destinations offering family-friendly attractions and unique all-ages experiences.

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2025 Wherever Awards

Great Wolf Lodge was named Best Family-Friendly Hotel Brand in the 2025 Wherever Awards by WhereverFamily. The recognition reflects the brand’s consistent focus on family travel experiences designed around kids, comfort, and all-in-one resort stays.

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Greatest workplaces for Diversity & Inclusion

Great Wolf Lodge was recognized by Newsweek in 2025 as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity & Inclusion. The distinction highlights the company’s commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace culture across its organization.

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Family Travel Award

Great Wolf Lodge was recognized by Parents with a Family Travel Award in 2023, highlighting its reputation as a trusted destination for family vacations. The award highlights the all-in-one experience, combining indoor water parks, family-friendly accommodations, and kid-focused activities under one roof.

Best Family Activities Near Houston

Great Wolf Lodge was nominated by Chron.com in 2025 as one of the Best Family Activities Near Houston. This distinction highlights the resort’s popularity among families seeking immersive indoor attractions, water park fun, and kid-friendly entertainment close to home.

Read Full Article

10 Best Indoor Waterparks

Ranked #8 on USA Today’s 10 Best list for Best Indoor Water Park in 2025, Great Wolf Lodge was recognized for its expansive, family-focused aquatic attractions. The ranking reflects its reputation as a top destination for year-round water park fun, regardless of weather.

Read Full Article

Travel and Leisure

Best of Our Valley 2025 Award: Best Waterpark

Great Wolf Lodge Arizona was named Best Water Park by Arizona Foothills in the 2025 Best of Our Valley Awards. The strong local support highlights the lodge’s popularity as a family-friendly destination for indoor water park fun in the Arizona area.

Read Full Article

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16 Best Indoor Water Parks

Great Wolf Lodge ranked #8 on Parade Magazine’s list of the 16 Best Indoor Water Parks in 2025. The recognition highlights the brand’s standing as a go-to destination for indoor water park experiences designed for families.

Read Full Article

Family and Leisure

2025 Family Travel Award

Good Housekeeping recognized Great Wolf Lodge with a 2025 Family Travel Award for Best Play-filled Water Park. The award highlights the hands-on experiences that keep families engaged: indoor water parks, interactive attractions, and kid-friendly entertainment.

Read Full Article

The 24 Best Water Parks in the U.S. for 2025

Great Wolf Lodge made U.S. News & World Report's list of the 24 Best Water Parks in the U.S. It showcased the brand’s prominence among top water park destinations offering family-friendly attractions and unique all-ages experiences.

Read Full Article

2025 Wherever Awards

Great Wolf Lodge was named Best Family-Friendly Hotel Brand in the 2025 Wherever Awards by WhereverFamily. The recognition reflects the brand’s consistent focus on family travel experiences designed around kids, comfort, and all-in-one resort stays.

Read Full Article

Greatest workplaces for Diversity & Inclusion

Great Wolf Lodge was recognized by Newsweek in 2025 as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity & Inclusion. The distinction highlights the company’s commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace culture across its organization.

Read Full Article

Name of award giving publication

Family Travel Award

Great Wolf Lodge was recognized by Parents with a Family Travel Award in 2023, highlighting its reputation as a trusted destination for family vacations. The award highlights the all-in-one experience, combining indoor water parks, family-friendly accommodations, and kid-focused activities under one roof.

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