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    2.5 (103 reviews)

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    Thomas L.

    We tried the waterpark at Showboat since we were there for the overnight stay on Saturday. We got a ticket online, since we read that I could easily get a discount code or discounts online. Sure enough we got $40 price for each instead of regular price of 60. The park was okay, small in size, and we did go to the slides, so we basically stayed mostly at the lazy river and the adult-only section with a pool with a bar attached to it. We also went outside since they were doing something with a machine creating bubbles, so we checked it out. Overall it was okay, but a little disappointing since there was no wave pool. They have a food place, but it would cost about $20 per person to get something like a burger, fries, and a drink. I was okay since we were able to get a discount, but at full price I would not have enjoyed it as much.

    Angela R.

    I enjoyed myself at this water park!It has a gr8 variety of water slides so there's plenty to keep you entertained only if you're a big kid like me. There is also a lazy river & pool which are nice additions. The only downside is that it doesn't have an adult hot tub or a wave pool which are usually nice features to have at a water park. However, they do have a full bar right in the water, which was a really cool & unique touch. I tried the chicken tenders & fries @ the Aloha Cafe.The chicken tenders were huge,crunchy,& flavorful. The fries came out sizzling hot. Not bad for a waterpark. Overall, it's a fun spot with lots of slides to enjoy,a lazy river, pool, & a cool bar but it could be even better w/ a few more amenities.

    Alessandra R.

    I've been to places like Great Wolf, American Dream, Kalahari, and Camelbeach, so I was honestly surprised at how small Island Waterpark felt , especially because it looks so big from the outside. I will say though, it's pretty inside. The waterfall when you first walk in gives it a nice vibe. The place was clean and my kids had fun on the slides, so that's a plus. The swim up bar is spacious, which I liked. And their drinks were good. Especially the chili mango one. As an adult I was kind of bored. I was really hoping for a hot tub or a wave pool, and it was disappointing that they didn't have either. At least the lazy river was 3ft deep, I've been to shallower ones that scraped my knee. The food and drinks were definitely overpriced. Also, it felt colder than expected, which took away from the experience a bit. I went on a Friday, so luckily it wasn't overcrowded, which made it more enjoyable. Overall, it was cool to try something new since my kids love waterparks, but it's not somewhere I'd come back to.

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    Lauren H.

    We stayed at Showboat and checked out their Island Waterpark--definitely a fun family add-on! The lazy river and water slides were our favorites. Wholesome family fun for sure, though honestly, one day here is plenty (three days felt like overkill). We also tried the FlowRider, which simulates a giant wave you can ride. Signing a waiver made sense, and while the lines were long, nobody was rushed during their turn. Big shoutout to the attendant who walked us through it step by step--such a neat experience. My only complaint: at the adults-only pool, I ordered a frozen Frappuccino drink from the swim-up bar after seeing it on a big ad, but the bartender said they don't serve it there. If that's the case, please take the ad down--it's misleading. All in all, great family memories, solid service, and a cool mix of attractions. Would definitely return, just for a shorter stay next time.

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    335stef ..

    Been here three times. Had wonderful experience all three times. The check in staff is friendly, and so is park staff including security. The park includes a lazy river, slides including two mega slides, a sprinkle park and an adult only swimming pool with swim up bar and separate bar. It also includes cabanas that can be purchased separately through out the park. One Friday, they had music in the adult section. It has Seating, beach chairs (flow rider section) and restaurants. (I think the food was over priced but it was nice and fresh) I had chicken tenders and fries that were priced at $20. It also has a wave rider section I think that's additional. I also notice my last visit it's a bar in the middle also of the lazy river with two floors the top bar was closed. (My second visit my gf lost her wedding ring and glass and I was impressed with the staff and strangers help her look for it. It was found. I recommend you keep your valuables in the lockers there. They have two sizes. I think ten and 15. 15 is a nice size for a medium/large tote. The locker room are near the bathrooms and they were nice and clean and even included a person in there. They mop the floors a lot. My only concern was the floor stay wet and I recommend slides or swim shoes. The second time I forgot my slides and I also fell a few times without shoes on in the locker room because the floor is quite slippery. The first time I went with a group. The second time with a friend and the third time alone. Your band gives you all day admission. Adult and kid friendly. Planning to coming back before the summer is over with family. Also a nice place to have a party adult or kid!

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    Maggie S.

    We have been to Island Waterpark twice- once shortly after it opened summer 2023 and August 2025. The waterpark is open all year round and is indoor/outdoor. The ceiling opens up or closes depending on the weather. The park is good for all ages - toddlers through adults. They have a little kiddie slide and 3 ft pool. There is a lazy river which is good for the entire family. Then they have slides of various heights. The BIG slide is has a minimum height requirement (it's 42 inches) and maximum weight of 300 lbs. The park is kept rather clean. Lifeguard staff are very alert and have great communication to ensure everyone remains safe. If you plan ahead, you can get tickets for the waterpark slightly cheaper on Groupon, but you have to purchase more than 1 day before going. If you purchase your tickets through the hotel, you get free parking, so that's a plus. The food is extremely expensive. We make sure to have a good breakfast/lunch before entering the park then we will share a snack of chicken tenders and fries to hold us over and grab dinner outside the park afterwards. Example- 1 pizza is $40

    Monica P.

    I've been here twice, and the adult section is hands down the best part. I spent most of my time there because it was relaxing and not overcrowded. The lazy river was also a highlight perfect for unwinding and taking a break from the more hectic areas of the park. Overall, it's a great spot to enjoy without feeling overwhelmed by the kid-heavy sections.

    Jody S.

    So I went back and forth of wanting to give this establishment 4 or 3 stars and I settled for 3 stars since my cons list was slightly lengthier. Let's start with what made this a great experience for my daughter who was celebrating her birthday. Pros: They had a small, small kids area. It included just one slide for them and the kids pool but my little one still had a blast on that slide a million times! The facility was clean and roomy as there wasn't a lot of people there for that weekend. The adults only area with a swim up bar truly felt like a vacation location. Discount tickets including parking it's the best way to go to save money. Lifeguards are focused and abundant. Cons: Parking is challenging and not straight forward. The check in location from the parking garage is not intuitive as the signs are misleading. The experience was also self serve for the most part from the parking to the lockers which is bothersome as no one besides lifeguards or the front desk was around to answer questions. The hotel itself was unkept and needs some deep cleaning. Lastly it was too COLD! I could only imagine what deep winter would feel like at this indoor water park.

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    Cruzita T.

    Fun indoor water park. Lots of water slides, lazy river, kids area, adult area and much more. Plenty of seating. If you park in the lot, it is $30 beware of this-you need to scan the QR code to pay. The food is pricey. We ordered a whole pizza for $30, you can add up to 4 toppings. There is ice cream, hot dogs, fries, chicken tenders, and drinks. Life jackets for kids. There is gift shop and an arcade. There is also alcohol for the adults. There are lockers and showers. This is our second time coming to the waterpark. We love it here. Get coupons on Groupon. Pizza was good. We recommend this place for water park fun. Enjoy!

    Megan K.

    This is a decent waterpark. It has a flow rider, wave pool, a tot spot, slides and lazy river. I like the layout. Food is pretty decent too. Pizza, salads, giant pretzel, chicken fingers etc. If you are coming with more than 4 I suggest renting the cabana. There are a variety of picnic type tables along with square top. But space is limited. I do not like the check in location then having to walk about 2-3mins to enter the park. They will search bags. There are daily lockers. The changing areas lack space. Paid $59/pp for the day plus parking. Was here for about 2-3hrs. Adults and kids wear different colored bands. I will say though, people need to have better manners in the lazy River. The facility should make check in and entry flow better.

    Leydiana S.

    My family and I had an absolute great time at this waterpark. We went on a Friday as soon as they opened and there were no wait times. Our kids went on all the slides multiple times with no wait. My husband and I were also pleasantly surprised when we were told that the adult area was included with the regular admission. We got to enjoy the swim up bar, and the bartender there was super nice. Make sure to ask if there are any drink specials available, on this day they had a bucket special of 5/$25. The park was clean and well kept, even the bathroom. Didn't have any of the food but they have a few options available. We'll definitely visit again.

    Bye far the best interaction we ever had at the waterpark with a lifeguard named Brandon on the flow Rider. He not only explained to the kids on how to get on but once they were riding he showed them tricks and fun things to do even played rock paper. Scissors shoots with The Kids. hands down! A round of applause goes to you, Brandon

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    It's overpriced to say the least. It is very full on the weekends. overall had an okay time but wouldn't consider visiting again.

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    “I also notice my last visit it's a bar in the middle also of the lazy river with two floors the top bar was closed.”

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    Splash Zone Waterpark - Splash zone

    Splash Zone Waterpark

    3.2(55 reviews)
    33.4 mi

    Dropping a stars because Splash Zones pricing/advertising is ABSOLUTE BULLSHIT, and annoyingly…read moredeceptive. Because I've been there before, I'm on their stupid mailing list for "promotions" and *HARDCORE DR. EVIL AIRQUOTES* "discounts." SO, we decide to head back one day because it is a decent water park for our little one, and I see in my inbox that they are offering discounted, sorry, "discounted," tickets if you buy online. The advert mentions the price is $25.... SIKE! Gotcha, dummies. No...the price for the day we were trying to go, which was a damn Thursday, btw, was $48. But wait; what about those $25 tickets, I hear you asking. They are only for certain, specific days. Looking at the calendar, it appears that Sunday is the day with the $25 dollar tickets. "Ok, we'll just go Sunday then," says the Misses, optimistically. Wrong again. I go today to look at the SUNDAY tickets, and they are now $28 dollars. "That sucks," I hear you begin to say, "but that's still cheaper than if you buy regular price." Oh, you sweet summer child......The $28 is ONLY available if you buy online, but when you go to check out, Splash Zone chargers a, and I quote, "Online Recovery Fee," basically to recoup some of the cost of the "discounted" ticket. SO, the advertised price of $25 per ticket, which turned into $28 per ticket, is now actually $31per ticket. I HAVE to go, because of how my marriage is set up, but I hope Splash Zone enjoys my last time ever visiting their park.

    Pros- Tickets are reasonable, cheaper online…read more Can do 10-2 or 2-5 Great for smaller kids(ex 6 and 8) because it's not too sprawling A few shaded areas if you want to beat the sun We went in late august and plenty of chairs available midweek Cute Sandy area to layout for sunbathing right by the bar There're a bar , $10 a beer or nonalcoholic frozen beverage Cons- You can't bring any outdoor food and like all tourist spots the food is overpriced. No fruit type items Kids items are all unhealthy Flow rider is only for folks over 75lbs, I missed that on the website Didn't really need a cabana for the time we went, lesson learned. Server came once, didn't check back n there wasn't any water like it stated on the website.

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    Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa

    Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa

    3.5(1.5k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    •$$$

    The Borgata is definitely my favorite hotel and casino in AC…read more The casino floor is loaded, well-maintained, and CLEAN!!! There's tons of games and lots of spots for food on the main floor from grab and go to sit down. The staff is friendly and check-in is easy. The rooms were clean, well kept, and cleaning services came in each day and kept the rooms in good shape. The Borgata is def one of the nicer options when going to AC

    I very rarely leave negative hotel reviews, and I am generally someone who is pretty easygoing when…read moreit comes to hotels. I've stayed at Marriott properties for approximately 12 years and have accumulated 800+ nights with Marriott, so I have a pretty good understanding of the standards I expect from the brand. Unfortunately, my recent stay at the Borgata was one of the most disappointing hotel experiences I've had. We checked in Saturday. That evening, we went to put food in our refrigerator and discovered food belonging to a previous guest still inside the fridge. Gross, but I initially brushed it off as an isolated housekeeping oversight. The next morning, things got significantly worse. The TV in our room wasn't working, and when my friend went to take a shower, she discovered a significant amount of someone else's hair sitting in the shower drain. There was also no soap in the bathroom hand-soap dispenser, so we had to call to have that addressed. At that point, we went to the front desk and spoke with Connor, a manager. We explained everything, and he was apologetic and told us he would put a $100 food & beverage credit on our room and send housekeeping up to properly clean the room. We appreciated the response and went back upstairs. Except housekeeping never came. After waiting, I called the concierge to check on the request, only to be told that there was no housekeeping request in the system. The concierge then put one in and I asked how long it would take because we needed to get ready for dinner. I was actually told that I could take a tissue and remove the hair from the shower drain myself. I'm sorry, but absolutely not. I paid to stay in a hotel room. I should not be cleaning another guest's hair out of the shower drain myself. Eventually, housekeeping did come. However, after the housekeeper left, the hair was STILL in the shower drain. I literally had to follow the housekeeper into the hallway and point out that the hair had not been removed. This is not about expecting perfection. Hotels make mistakes. It is about basic cleanliness and the fact that we repeatedly gave the property opportunities to fix the problem, and somehow the most obvious issue was still not addressed. Then, to make matters worse, I received our folio after checking out and discovered that the $100 food & beverage credit Connor specifically promised us was never applied. So now I'm left wondering what, exactly, was being done to resolve the situation. I have stayed at an enormous number of Marriott properties over the years and have never experienced this combination of poor housekeeping, lack of communication, and failure to follow through on a commitment made by management. Food left in the refrigerator. Hair from a previous guest in the shower drain. Missing soap. Broken TV. Housekeeping request not entered. Being told to clean the hair myself. Hair still left in the drain after housekeeping. And finally, the promised $100 credit not applied. That is an extraordinary number of basic failures for one stay. The Borgata is a major property, and as a Marriott-affiliated hotel, I expected significantly better.

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    Diggerland USA - Crazy cranes

    Diggerland USA

    3.5(221 reviews)
    41.2 mi

    What is up with the music here? It reminds me of a scene from The Wire (the season where they focus…read moreon the teachers) where one of the teachers talks about turning up the heat in the classroom because it keeps the kids tired and groggy. That's honestly what I think they're doing with the music here. They're trying to sedate us. Don't get me wrong. I love some good '90s/early-2000s R&B. But when I'm splashing around in a wave pool with my five-year-old, I'm not sure I need to hear: Sparkle - "Be Careful" Brian McKnight - "Anytime" Brian McKnight - "Back at One" 112 - "Cupid" Joe - "I Wanna Know" Boyz II Men - "A Song for Mama" Like, I love the sappy, nostalgic stuff from the BET Best of Planet Groove album as much as the next person but maybe not while I'm standing waist-deep in a wave pool trying to prevent my five-year-old from wandering into the deep end. At one point I genuinely thought: Are you trying to put me to sleep, or are you trying to make me reflect on my first girlfriend? Because it was working. I'm standing there thinking about how we used to eat at the Kmart Cafe before the Birds game on a Sunday afternoon in ninth grade. Ahh, life was simpler then. Now I'm trying to explain to my kid that he cannot go any farther into the wave pool because he doesn't know how to swim. Does he understand? No. Does Brian McKnight understand what I'm going through? Apparently not because he's serenading me like I'm sitting alone in my bedroom staring at an old photo album. I'm just asking for a little more BPM. I'm not saying turn the place into Disney Jr. radio but maybe we can at least move the R&B selection from "Anytime" to something with a little more bop. Give me "Honey". Give me "I Get Lonely". Give me early 90s Janet. Give me literally anything that makes me feel like I'm at a water park instead of recovering from a breakup in 2002. The music selection is so bizarre and noticeable that it actually became one of the defining parts of my experience. At some point I started wondering if I needed to be evaluated for some sort of condition. The fact that I'm writing this review probably means I do. As for the rides: my five-year-old absolutely loves them. He'll pretty much go on anything except the two rides tucked into the corner of the park. One lifts you way up into the air for a nice view of the park and the other spins you around real fast. Everything else is extremely tame. My eight-year-old daughter will do everything and is gradually getting bored with a decent chunk of the ride section of the park. She absolutely loves the rock-climbing wall and rope course, though, and would probably spend the entire day going back and forth between those two if I let her. She also loves the entire water park. One big tip is if you're local, keep an eye out for the Black Friday season-pass sale. They usually have a fantastic deal and if you're planning on going at least twice over the course of the year, I'd strongly recommend just buying the season pass when it goes on sale over the holiday. I believe it's around $80 per person for the season pass, give or take $10. I honestly don't remember the exact price. Friends of mine who went recently said they paid around $50 per person for a single day. I do not think it's worth it at that price. Overall the kids love it, there's plenty to do, and the water park is adequate for kids. Just be prepared for the possibility that you'll spend your afternoon fighting the waves while Brian McKnight emotionally transports you back to a relationship you haven't thought about in 20 years.

    THE GOOD ----------------…read more+ LOTS of super fun construction-themed rides and cool machinary activities (e.g., excavator operation, crane operation, driving tractors, etc.) for all ages that you just don't find at other amusement parks. + Very manageable layout and park size for kids. Not a huge park at all. A lot of the rides/activities are next to each other. + Water park is surprisingly huge and spacious with 3 pool areas, including a giant water slide, lazy river ANDDD an impressive wave pool that is loadddds of fun. ++++ Life-jackets are provided for free to kids. ++++ PLENTTTTY of adirondack chairs are available for park-goers to sit on and move around freely. + Multiple areas to buy food with typical amusement park pricing. ++++ Food sold includes burgers, hot dogs, corn dogs, cheese pizza, chicken sammies, giant pretzels, chicken tenders, quesadillas, nuggets, deliccccious soft serve ice cream and much more. ++++ Souvenir Cup purchases come with free soft drink refills on the day of purchase. $15.49 for a souvenir cup, while individual soft drink purchases cost around $4.50 (as of June 2026). + Multiple covered picnic tents to provide relief from the sun. + Big private parking lot has plenty of spaces. + Private parties can be booked here. THE NOT SO GOOD ----------------------------- - Activities, such as driving or operating heavy machinary, can feel repetitious when jumping from ride to ride. - Admission tickets are pricey at approximately $50 a pop. - Only open until 6 PM daily, but the water park does open at 10 AM, with the ride park opening at 12 PM. Wish they were open a bit later. MIXED THOUGHTS ---------------------------- = Nada. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Visited on a scorching Sunday in early June and it was busy, but not overly so. No waits for any rides/activities. Plenty of space and seats in the water park and dining pavilions. Definitely could get busier during the summer when school is out, but early June was perfect. CONCLUSION -------------------- = Loved that the park wasn't overly crowded. The water park was surprisingly large and fun. The rides park was fun, but the construction-themed rides/activities definitely felt repetitious after a few. The price of admission could be a littttle more affordable as well.

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