How to Find Hotels in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

Named for the sandstone formations found in this Wisconsin River gorge, Wisconsin Dells provides a popular escape from the local cities. The town also enjoys a reputation as the "Water Park Capital of the World." Of the 21 water parks here, 18 are indoors and open year-round.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Map of south-central Wisconsin

Choose Your Accommodations in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

1. Call the Wisconsin Dells Visitor and Convention Bureau at [phone] or visit the Web site (see the Resources section below) to book your travel accommodations.
2. Keep it cheap by staying at one of Wisconsin Dell's 20 campgrounds. Some are privately run, while others fall under state park jurisdiction. Save your money for the amusement parks while experiencing the real outdoors by camping.
3. Stay in a cabin or cottage that gives you more comfort than your average tent. Wisconsin Dells boasts more than 20 accommodations with rental cabins or cottages. Most have small kitchens to minimize dining costs.
4. Live it up at one of the area's several luxury resort accommodations. Nearly two dozen resorts are located here, each offering first-class amenities. Many feature their own small water parks on the grounds.

Know Your Destination

5. Get ready for some serious amusement. Wisconsin Dells is synonymous with water-park fun, and draws enormous crowds during the busy summer months.
6. Celebrate anytime. Wisconsin Dells features numerous festivals and events year-round.
7. Have some natural fun by hiking part of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail nearby. The three state parks just outside the town beckon visitors to explore the sandstone formations that made the area famous.

Keep Busy in Wisconsin Dells

8. Change the pace from the water parks by heading to the downtown shopping district. This pedestrian-friendly area can keep visitors busy for hours with its eclectic blend of tourist shops and restaurants.
9. Place your bets at the area casinos. Visit the Ho-Chunk Casino on Native American land in neighboring Baraboo.
10. Leave the kids with a babysitter and visit the many clubs, cabarets and dinner theaters located throughout Wisconsin Dells.

Tips & Warnings

• Call ahead always, but especially over busy summer holidays such as the Fourth of July weekend.