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Owatonna, Minnesota
The Great Serengeti Waterpark
Located at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Owatonna


Q: What are The Great Serengeti Waterpark hours of operation?
A:
There are separate hours for hotel guests and public guests:

Hotel Guests Public Hours
Monday-Thursday 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 10:00 pm 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 10: 00 pm 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am – 7:00 pm 11:00 am – 7:00 pm


Note: Hours may change with seasons or holidays and can be subject to maintenance periods. Check with the hotel to confirm operating hours.


Q: Is admission to The Great Serengeti Waterpark included in my room rate?
A:
Yes, admission is included in the room rate

Q: How many Waterpark wristbands come with my room rate?
A:
You will receive a maximum of Four (4) wristbands per standard room booked or suite booked.

Q: Can I purchase additional wristbands and what is the cost per wristband?
A:
Extra wristbands can be purchased for $10.00 each.

Q: Is access to The Great Serengeti Waterpark available to non-hotel guests?
A:
: Public wristbands are available for purchase by non-hotel guests. Prices are listed below:
Monday -Thursday - $12 per person
Friday-Sunday - $14 per person

Q: What are the main features of The Great Serengeti Waterpark?
A:
The waterpark is “African Serengeti” themed and decorated with trees, a life-size giraffe and hippopotamus as well as a spraying elephant and mischievous monkey.

The main features of The Great Serengeti Waterpark include:

  • The exciting Killimanjaro Tube Slide
  • The Phyton Body Slide
  • The Relaxing Lazy Zambezi River
  • Zero Depth Entry Activity Pool
  • Children’s Slide
  • Water Basketball
  • Floor Geysers
  • Whirlpool


Q: Do the water slides and any special rides have posted height restrictions?
A:
The following restriction is posted at the pool entrance as part of Slide Rules:
You must be 42” tall or able to swim one pool length, as confirmed by the lifeguard.

Q: Are there appropriate activities for children of all ages?
A:
Yes. Younger children will enjoy the Zero Depth Entry Activity Pool and the older kids will love the slides.
Note: Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while in the waterpark.

Q: Are lifeguards present at The Great Serengeti Waterpark?
A:
Yes, at all times during waterpark operating hours.

Q: How large is The Great Serengeti Waterpark facility?
A:
The entire waterpark is approximately 14,000 square feet in size.

Q: Are there food and beverage concessions in The Great Serengeti Waterpark?
A:
No, Guest can purchase food & beverage” to go” from 43rd Street Pub & Grill, which is located inside the hotel on lobby level. .

Q: Can I bring my own food or beverages into The Great Serengeti Waterpark?
A:
Outside food and beverages are not permitted in the Waterpark.

Q: Are group rates available?
A:
Yes, please contact the hotel and ask for the Sales Office to obtain availability and information.

Q: Are children in standard diapers permitted in The Great Serengeti Waterpark?
A:
Children who are not potty trained are required to wear a swim diaper when going into the water. Standard diapers are not permitted in the water.

Q: What is the cancellation policy?
A:
Your reservation is cancelable until 6pm local time the day of your arrival for weekdays and 12hours prior to your arrival on weekend (Friday & Saturday)

Q: Are changing areas and locker facilities available?
A:
Guest may change in the bathrooms located in the Waterpark. Lockers are not available.

Q: Is the Great Serengeti Waterpark easily accessible from the hotel?
A:
Yes, the waterpark is located inside the hotel.

Q: Is there a pool just for swimming that is separate from The Great Serengeti Waterpark?
A:
No, this facility is waterpark only and guest who purchase the package or wristbands have access to it.

Q: What are the check-in and check-out times?
A:
Check-in is 4:00 p.m. and check-out is 11:00 a.m. local time.

Q: Will I have access to The Great Serengeti Waterpark on the day of check-in, but prior to my check-in time?
A:
Yes, access to the water park is begins at 1pm for guests who have a confirmed room reservation for that particular day.

Q: Will I have access to The Great Serengeti Waterpark on the day of check-out, after my check-out time?
A:
Access to the Waterpark after check-out requires the purchase of public wristbands. Access based on availability.

Q: Are non-water related activities available in the Waterpark?
A:
Yes. The Lion's Den arcade features a large selection of the latest video games, as well as interactive games for adults and children of all ages.

Q: What business services does the hotel offer?
A:
For the business traveler, guest rooms feature a spacious work desk. Free high speed wireless internet is offered in all guest rooms and a Business Center equipped with computer.

Q: Is access to The Great Serengeti Waterpark included when I use Priority Club Rewards points for my stay?
A:
No, access to the Waterpark is not included within the standard Priority Club point redemption amount required per night for a stay at this hotel.




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