Fort Rapids WaterPark

My wife daughter grandson and myself stayed there i was reading the reviews and found them to be amusing to think that people complain about there being to many people there come on people it is a water park there are suppose to be alot of people i can not think of one place we have been to that does not have long lines and you have to wait that is the price you pay when a place is wonderful and people want to have fun so for my family and i i think it is a great place to go to and we will go there as often as we can thank you. more

My family and I decided to take a small road trip just to get away for the weekend. We were pleasantly surprised when we arrived at Fort Rapids. The front desk staff was pleasant upon our arrival and our room was great, clean and updated. The kids enjoyed the water park (shhhh, I did too :) We all enjoyed the restaurants. Definitely plan on returning to Fort Rapids again for another family weekend, wish I knew it was so close sooner. more

My family and I decided to take a small road trip just to get away for the weekend. We were pleasantly surprised when we arrived at Fort Rapids. The front desk staff was pleasant upon our arrival and our room was great, clean and updated. The kids enjoyed the water park (shhhh, I did too :) We all enjoyed the restaurants. Definitely plan on returning to Fort Rapids again for another family weekend, wish I knew it was so close sooner. more

I just want to say that you guys are GREAT! I have referred you to all of my friends and I thank you so much for all of your help more

I just want to say that you guys are GREAT! I have referred you to all of my friends and I thank you so much for all of your help more

We stayed at the waterpark for the July 4th weekend. We stayed 2 nights and really enjoyed ourselves. We didn't think it was too overly busy and there was places to sit, eat, and enjoy ourselves. The waterpark is amazing with something to do for all ages! There was a game arcade that we went to both evenings that we stayed. We also dined in the restaurant quite a few times and found that their food was excellent and the service was AMAZING. Pretty good prices also!! We will definetly be going back. more

We stayed at the waterpark for the July 4th weekend. We stayed 2 nights and really enjoyed ourselves. We didn't think it was too overly busy and there was places to sit, eat, and enjoy ourselves. The waterpark is amazing with something to do for all ages! There was a game arcade that we went to both evenings that we stayed. We also dined in the restaurant quite a few times and found that their food was excellent and the service was AMAZING. Pretty good prices also!! We will definetly be going back. more

We at HOLZER CENTER FOR CANCER CARE IN GALLIPOLIS OHIO ,wanted to give a very sick patient a weekend,who by the way really had not had one for sometime due to cancer.This patient is early 30'S with 3 children and not alot of money or hope.We called and spoke with reservations and they gave us a price on a room with 2 beds.We talked it over and called the next day and spoke to a very wonderful lady named BEVERLY KINNEY.She went ABOVE AND BEYOND.I explained the situation to her about this patient,she gave them a villa,instead of room with 2beds,a welcome basket,with game tokens for the children to use in the game room and breakfast for 2daysand also let them check in early.The patient and the family had a wonderful weekend and the children did not want to leave. THANK YOU BEVERLY AND FORT RAPIDS FOR MAKING A VERY ILL PERSONS WEEKEND A DREAM COME TRUE. I GIVE YOU 10 STARS. THANK-YOU CENTER FOR CANCER CARE more

We at HOLZER CENTER FOR CANCER CARE IN GALLIPOLIS OHIO ,wanted to give a very sick patient a weekend,who by the way really had not had one for sometime due to cancer.This patient is early 30'S with 3 children and not alot of money or hope.We called and spoke with reservations and they gave us a price on a room with 2 beds.We talked it over and called the next day and spoke to a very wonderful lady named BEVERLY KINNEY.She went ABOVE AND BEYOND.I explained the situation to her about this patient,she gave them a villa,instead of room with 2beds,a welcome basket,with game tokens for the children to use in the game room and breakfast for 2daysand also let them check in early.The patient and the family had a wonderful weekend and the children did not want to leave. THANK YOU BEVERLY AND FORT RAPIDS FOR MAKING A VERY ILL PERSONS WEEKEND A DREAM COME TRUE. I GIVE YOU 10 STARS. THANK-YOU CENTER FOR CANCER CARE more

We went to Fort Rapids this weekend and even though I lived in Columbus for about 10 years I had never been. We were excited to reconnect with some friends that we don't get to see too often and thought since this was equal distance for all of us that this would be a great place for us to visit and the kids to have fun. It was easy to locate and even though the local mall has closed down and the area is a little run down because of that it sits by the highway all by it's self so I don't understand the comment about it being in the Ghetto! We checked in on a Friday night and went to the waterpark imediately. It tired out the kids and we relaxed with a couple of drinks. It was a perfect end to a 2 hours trip in the car. We then went to our rooms which were had fresh bedding and clean bathrooms. There was a slight musty smell but that is to be expected with people bringing wet suits and towels to the room all the time. All the staff that we had contact with were pleasant and helpful. We got up the next morning at eat at the breakfast buffet which was delicious and had about every option you could want for breakfast. It was extremely affordable too and included your beverage. We went to the arcade for a little bit till the park opened at 10 and had a great time on only $10 for the 4 adults and 3 kids for an hour and won lots of tickets which were cashed in for prizes. We entered the park at 10 am and stayed till we were simpily exhausted. We even had lunch in the waterpark and it was good as well as far as waterpark food goes and was inexpensive as well. The rooms were less than $100.00 once you take the price of the waterpark passes off that are included and it was an inexpensive great couple of days for a weekend trip. I would defintely go again and would absolutely consider a birthday party there. It is great for the kids young and older because it is an enclosed area and there are a lot of life gaurds so even when they have worn you out they can continue to play and have a great time with less supervison then you would need to give them otherwise. Our 9 year old was in heaven. more

We went to Fort Rapids this weekend and even though I lived in Columbus for about 10 years I had never been. We were excited to reconnect with some friends that we don't get to see too often and thought since this was equal distance for all of us that this would be a great place for us to visit and the kids to have fun. It was easy to locate and even though the local mall has closed down and the area is a little run down because of that it sits by the highway all by it's self so I don't understand the comment about it being in the Ghetto! We checked in on a Friday night and went to the waterpark imediately. It tired out the kids and we relaxed with a couple of drinks. It was a perfect end to a 2 hours trip in the car. We then went to our rooms which were had fresh bedding and clean bathrooms. There was a slight musty smell but that is to be expected with people bringing wet suits and towels to the room all the time. All the staff that we had contact with were pleasant and helpful. We got up the next morning at eat at the breakfast buffet which was delicious and had about every option you could want for breakfast. It was extremely affordable too and included your beverage. We went to the arcade for a little bit till the park opened at 10 and had a great time on only $10 for the 4 adults and 3 kids for an hour and won lots of tickets which were cashed in for prizes. We entered the park at 10 am and stayed till we were simpily exhausted. We even had lunch in the waterpark and it was good as well as far as waterpark food goes and was inexpensive as well. The rooms were less than $100.00 once you take the price of the waterpark passes off that are included and it was an inexpensive great couple of days for a weekend trip. I would defintely go again and would absolutely consider a birthday party there. It is great for the kids young and older because it is an enclosed area and there are a lot of life gaurds so even when they have worn you out they can continue to play and have a great time with less supervison then you would need to give them otherwise. Our 9 year old was in heaven. more

My girlfriend and I were meeting some friends in the Columbus area but had the afternoon to kill, so we started looking for something in the area to do. Since the weather was not cooperating and most everything was closed on a Sunday in Columbus, we decided to check out this property. The location is a bit off the main drag but it was easy enough to find and located just off I-270. We didn't need to stay the night, but they offered day passes to the water park for a reasonable $19.95 per person for all day access. The hotel itself is themed up in a very effective "rustic lodge" setting, which is only thrown off by the modern arcade games just off the water park. The locker rooms were well equipped with showers and electronic lockers. We had to pay $5 for a small locker for the day, but if we were staying at the hotel we could have easily left everything in our room. The water park itself was a kid mecca, complete with a two water play grounds, one that included a giant bucket that dumps water every few minutes. They had several water basketball courts and a wading area with mushrooms for the little ones. All of these things were nice, but we were more interested in the lazy inner tube ride, as well as the 8 water slides that zip you out of the building before splashing you back down. 5 high speed slides, 2 tube twists and a funnel slide that dumps you into one of those basins that looks like a coin drop. We never had to wait more than five minutes for the slides and we topped off our visit with a dip in the 18+ whirlpool. We didn't partake, but there was also a snack bar in the water park that was serving pizza, sandwiches, drinks and ice cream. The entire staff was friendly and helpful, with several points of contact ensuring that I was having a good time. I cannot understand why this property gets mixed reviews on this site... more

My girlfriend and I were meeting some friends in the Columbus area but had the afternoon to kill, so we started looking for something in the area to do. Since the weather was not cooperating and most everything was closed on a Sunday in Columbus, we decided to check out this property. The location is a bit off the main drag but it was easy enough to find and located just off I-270. We didn't need to stay the night, but they offered day passes to the water park for a reasonable $19.95 per person for all day access. The hotel itself is themed up in a very effective "rustic lodge" setting, which is only thrown off by the modern arcade games just off the water park. The locker rooms were well equipped with showers and electronic lockers. We had to pay $5 for a small locker for the day, but if we were staying at the hotel we could have easily left everything in our room. The water park itself was a kid mecca, complete with a two water play grounds, one that included a giant bucket that dumps water every few minutes. They had several water basketball courts and a wading area with mushrooms for the little ones. All of these things were nice, but we were more interested in the lazy inner tube ride, as well as the 8 water slides that zip you out of the building before splashing you back down. 5 high speed slides, 2 tube twists and a funnel slide that dumps you into one of those basins that looks like a coin drop. We never had to wait more than five minutes for the slides and we topped off our visit with a dip in the 18+ whirlpool. We didn't partake, but there was also a snack bar in the water park that was serving pizza, sandwiches, drinks and ice cream. The entire staff was friendly and helpful, with several points of contact ensuring that I was having a good time. I cannot understand why this property gets mixed reviews on this site... more

We stayed in one of the queen bed 6-person villas. Started out great - the front desk staff were more than friendly and aimed to please. The room was perfectly clean and very nice, seemed all new with granite in the bathrooms, two tvs, a fridge, and a microwave. The waterpark was nice. I think maybe it was a bit overcrowded - the lazy river was hard to get around because of all the people. We went to the arcade and played and had pizzas at the snack bar - super prices and very good pizza. Hung out at the bar after the teens went to bed and had a great server, good drinks. Overall, the hotel is very clean looking from what I saw. There was also a security presence in the parking lot, and not once did I not feel safe. Definitely recommend this hotel! more

We stayed in one of the queen bed 6-person villas. Started out great - the front desk staff were more than friendly and aimed to please. The room was perfectly clean and very nice, seemed all new with granite in the bathrooms, two tvs, a fridge, and a microwave. The waterpark was nice. I think maybe it was a bit overcrowded - the lazy river was hard to get around because of all the people. We went to the arcade and played and had pizzas at the snack bar - super prices and very good pizza. Hung out at the bar after the teens went to bed and had a great server, good drinks. Overall, the hotel is very clean looking from what I saw. There was also a security presence in the parking lot, and not once did I not feel safe. Definitely recommend this hotel! more

I am a business owner and we hold monthly training events three times a month at Fort Rapids. We also have people who stay overnight when they travel to these trainings. The room rate is affordable and the food in the bar is excellent. Whenever we need anything, all we have to do is ask and it is done immediately. The Water park is awesome for families who want to get away and enjoy spending time with each other. It is a great value for the money! I have used this hotel for business and pleasure and would recommend it to a friend. more

I am a business owner and we hold monthly training events three times a month at Fort Rapids. We also have people who stay overnight when they travel to these trainings. The room rate is affordable and the food in the bar is excellent. Whenever we need anything, all we have to do is ask and it is done immediately. The Water park is awesome for families who want to get away and enjoy spending time with each other. It is a great value for the money! I have used this hotel for business and pleasure and would recommend it to a friend. more

The kids really enjoyed it. Each of my kids brought a friend, the girls my daughters brought were from family’s that don’t get to do much. They were so appreciative. The one girl kept saying it was the nicest hotel she had ever been in and she has never gotten to do anything like this and it was the best time she ever had. The staff everywhere was great they really anticipated every need and took the time to make us feel welcome. My wife checked in at 2am because it was after the prom for the girls and I was worried checking in so late there might be problem but they were ready for her. This stay could not have been better. more

The kids really enjoyed it. Each of my kids brought a friend, the girls my daughters brought were from family’s that don’t get to do much. They were so appreciative. The one girl kept saying it was the nicest hotel she had ever been in and she has never gotten to do anything like this and it was the best time she ever had. The staff everywhere was great they really anticipated every need and took the time to make us feel welcome. My wife checked in at 2am because it was after the prom for the girls and I was worried checking in so late there might be problem but they were ready for her. This stay could not have been better. more

Six months ago we purchase tickets to six flag for my family's upcoming trip. We were in Cincinnati all excited to go to six flags; Only to find out that they weren't six flag anymore. We pulled up waterparks and discover Fort Rapids which was about 2 1/2 hours drive. The kids were excited so we purchase 8 tickets and proceed to the water park. Wow my kids had a blast after riding all the slides. It was just perfect for our family; the staff were very friendly and willing to answer all our questions. We got a villa suite which had everyhing to cater to our needs. Nicely laid out, private bedrooms and bathrooms. On the day of check out we had the opportunity to swim all day again. This is now our family vacation destination because of price and distance we will definitely be back. more