Indoor waterpark, arcade, bowling, mini golf, and kids’ club.
Splash, Play, Repeat
Make every stay feel like a mini vacation with included waterpark fun, family games, kids’ activities, arcade energy and easy access to Sandusky’s biggest days out. Start with slides, waves, bowling and miniature golf right at the resort, then plan Cedar Point thrills, Lake Erie beaches, island ferries, wildlife areas, museums and lighthouse views nearby.
At the hotel
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Indoor Waterslides
Race, twist and splash through the resort’s tropically themed indoor waterpark, where waterpark passes are included for registered hotel guests.
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Club Castaway Crafts
Drop into the free children’s activity center for kid-friendly crafts and organized play designed for younger resort guests.
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Wave Pool Swimming
Jump into the 100,000-gallon wave pool for rolling indoor surf in a year-round waterpark setting heated to 82°F.
Activity Pool Play
Splash, climb and play together in the waterpark’s activity pool areas, designed for easy family fun between bigger slide runs.
Toddler Water Play
Let younger swimmers enjoy pint-size splashing in the waterpark’s toddler area, part of the resort’s family-focused indoor waterpark.
Family Fun House
Explore the waterpark’s family fun house, a lively zone of splash features made for shared play between kids and grown-ups.
Outdoor Pool Swimming
Take a break outside with a swim in the outdoor pool and time on the sun terrace when the season and weather cooperate.
Children’s Pool Play
Give little guests their own swim time in the children’s pool, a relaxed way to keep the day moving at kid speed.
Arcade Game Play
Challenge the family in the resort arcade, a large game room with bright, fast-paced play between waterpark sessions.
On-Site Bowling
Lace up and roll a few frames at the resort’s on-site bowling alley for classic family competition indoors.
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Miniature Golf
Putt through the resort’s on-site miniature golf course for a relaxed round that works for kids, parents and grandparents alike.
Fitness Center Workout
Keep your routine going any time of day in the 24-hour fitness center with modern exercise equipment.
Additional fee
Spa Massage
Book a relaxing treatment at the on-site spa, with massage options including express, couples, pregnancy, therapeutic and stone massages.
Additional fee
Manicure Sessions
Refresh your vacation look with a spa manicure, pedicure or polish change in a room designed to accommodate multiple guests.
Additional fee
Cedar Point Coasters
Head to Cedar Point for Sandusky’s signature thrill: a famous lineup of roller coasters and amusement-park rides close to the resort.
Additional fee
Cedar Point Beach
Spend beach time on Cedar Point’s roughly one-mile Lake Erie shoreline, known for sandy swimming, crisp water and scenic lake views.
Additional fee
Put-in-Bay Ferry
Take the Miller Ferry from Catawba to Put-in-Bay for an island day trip on South Bass Island.
Additional fee
Perry’s Cave Tour
Go underground at Perry’s Cave Family Fun Center on Put-in-Bay, with a cavern tour, Butterfly House and mini-golf available.
Additional fee
Kelleys Island Ferry
Cross to Kelleys Island from Marblehead for a Lake Erie island outing known for ancient glacial grooves and bike trails.
Additional fee
Kelleys Island Biking
Rent bikes on Kelleys Island and pedal trails past the famous Glacial Grooves rock formations and island scenery.
Additional fee
Jet Express Ride
Board the seasonal high-speed Jet Express from downtown Sandusky for ferry service to Kelleys Island and Put-in-Bay.
Additional fee
Middle Bass Kayaking
Make the ferry trip to quieter Middle Bass Island, where the state park and beach area offer kayaking and swimming opportunities.
Additional fee
Maritime Museum Visit
Explore Sandusky’s maritime history through exhibits on shipwrecks, ice harvesting and the city’s Underground Railroad connections.
Additional fee
Marblehead Lighthouse Climb
Climb Ohio’s oldest lighthouse for panoramic Lake Erie views from the Marblehead Peninsula, a classic regional sightseeing stop.
Additional fee
Pipe Creek Birdwatching
Bring binoculars to Pipe Creek Wildlife Area for an easy nature outing focused on birds, wetlands and Lake Erie wildlife.
What activities and entertainment does Castaway Bay offer on site?
Castaway Bay is a Caribbean-themed family resort built around a 38,000-square-foot indoor water park, plus a 6,000-square-foot arcade, a bowling alley, mini golf, an escape room, and a 24-hour fitness center, so guests of Castaway Bay have plenty to do without leaving the property.
Who is allowed to use the Castaway Bay water park?
Entry to the Castaway Bay water park is reserved for registered hotel guests (birthday party bookings also include access), and every guest receives a complimentary daily water park pass with a wristband required for entry. Castaway Bay welcomes families with children of all ages, with kids 2 and under staying and swimming free, while the room reservation itself requires a minimum check-in age of 18.
What are the water park hours at Castaway Bay?
The indoor water park at Castaway Bay is typically open from 10 AM to 8 PM, giving guests a full day to enjoy the wave pool and water slides before heading to dinner or the arcade.
Does Castaway Bay have an arcade or game room?
Yes, Castaway Bay features a 6,000-square-foot state-of-the-art arcade with games like air hockey, making it a popular spot for families to spend an evening at Castaway Bay after a day in the water park.
Is there bowling available at Castaway Bay?
Castaway Bay includes an on-site bowling alley, so guests can enjoy a few frames of bowling as part of their stay without leaving the resort.
Can guests play mini golf at Castaway Bay?
Yes, Castaway Bay offers on-site miniature golf, giving families another fun, low-key activity to enjoy together during their visit to Castaway Bay.
What water park features does Castaway Bay's indoor pool area include?
The indoor water park at Castaway Bay is a tropically themed, five-story water paradise featuring a 100,000-gallon wave pool, 10 water slides, a dedicated children's pool and toddler area, and a family fun house, all kept at a comfortable 82 degrees year-round. A terrace with pool sun loungers is also available for relaxing between slides.
Does Castaway Bay have a fitness center for guests who want to stay active?
Castaway Bay offers a 24-hour fitness center equipped with modern exercise equipment, so guests can keep up a workout routine at any hour during their stay.
What activities does Castaway Bay offer for younger children?
Castaway Bay provides a free children's club along with a dedicated children's pool and toddler area inside the water park, making Castaway Bay an especially welcoming choice for families with young kids.
Are Castaway Bay's activity areas accessible to guests with disabilities?
Castaway Bay's activity spaces are designed to be wheelchair accessible (with some limitations), and the property includes Braille or raised signage and assistive listening devices, helping Castaway Bay accommodate guests with a range of accessibility needs.
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