to expand more on the above....we love to take in a smaller resort (Polynesian being one) for the 10 and under crowd, and do a couple of activities like the Ducks, Noah's Ark, maybe the Deer Park. You can always just choose one or two per visit and keep things cheaper too. The Polynesian I prefer in the summer and the summer in the Dells--earlier June is good (less crowds) as well as weekdays (Tuesday for example) compared to the busier times on/around the weekend!

I really think though with the kids ages and not wanting the cost of a big place like Kalahari and the fact you'll miss the summer activity options for the most part (deer park is open, etc.) I think you can also simplify by staying closer to home and enjoying even more time there with less expense and have just as much or more fun.

Enjoy whatever you decide.

If you do decide to go to the Dells,there is no question that Chula Vista offers much more on site than the Grand Marquis.

If you were coming in the summer, I would also suggest Polynesian, but there is not a lot there during the winter.

I think that you are better off starting at a smaller place and moving up.

By the way, I think three nights in the Dells in late March is more than enough. Have you thought about spending a night in either Madison or Milwaukee?

Hi - We have stayed at Chula Vista Resort and love it! We have two young children under the age of three and it's perfect. Not overly big like the Kalahari or Wilderness where we feel overwhelmed and leave with a headache. The waterpark allowed our young children to have a blast where we could play with them and enjoy the water too! We have stayed in the condo's before at Chula Vista which offers more space for the kids, which is really nice and for me and my husband to enjoy the fireplace too! Plus, where they are located it is really nice in the winter! Best of all, we like that it's affordable and not overpriced like many other Resorts in the dells! Hope you enjoy wherever you go! :)

Chula Vista is a nice resort and great for your kids' ages and for those older. We've never stayed more than 2 nights at Chula Vista. Three days is a lot since you are planning on coming in the month of March. I could not envision the Grand Marquis for more than one night..

Thank you all so much for taking the time to respond to my question! Sorry that it took me a while to reply! I have done some more research based on your recommendations. In fact, it had really changed my travel plan. Originally, I was just going to go and stay at one water park resort and spend my entire time there. Based on your suggestions, I am thinking it might be fun to go and explore deer park one day, going to a magic show one night, and maybe going to an indoor amusement park on another day. This means I really do not need to spend money staying at a water park resort and feel as if I have to go to the water park for all four days to get my money's worth.

In fact, I have already booked a jacuzzi suite at a hotel that would offer breakfast and Chula Vista pass. Thus, the kids could still jump in the water in the evening if we don't feel like going back to the water park after dinner.

I also want to thank hatch pal for suggesting the other possible destinations, which I did look into. I was very excited to learn that Milwaukee has so much to offer. I have already pick that city as our next destination for either fall or summer vacation.

Again, a big thanks to all of your time and advice!!

You mentioned - "In fact, I have already booked a jacuzzi suite at a hotel that would offer breakfast and Chula Vista pass."

Which hotel is this? We are also planning to visit Dells in last week of March and trying to decide the hotel. Your situation and question is exactly what we are looking for, except we just have 1 child of 6 yrs age. Your hotel choice sounds good. please let me know!

Skyline hotel! The one I booked has two bedrooms, but you can get a king bed one with jacuzzi too! Have fun!

Hello Tracy,

Thanks for letting me know the hotel. yesterday I found a great deal - am not sure if you can /will be willing to cancel your skyline hotel or be interested in it. The place is called Ambers Hideway. They are giving waterpark passes for not only Chula Vista, but also for Kalahari (both water and amusement park) plus basic breakfast. Price is also pretty reasonable. and reviews are pretty good too.

Hi inferno,

I did see that deal with that hotel, which comes down to about $150 per night plus tax with one room. With three kids, we prefer a suite that we could shut the door and the kids out. Kalahari had a special that you can buy a family pass for 4 on Tuesdays for $50 for the amusement park. I did have a hard time deciding between AH and Skyline. Again, I picked the later for the extra room, breakfast, and the jacuzzi in the room for kids entertainment at night for about $110 a night. By the way, for $150, you could just stay at Chula Vista and not have to worry about drying your child after each swim. Good luck with your decision! Better yet, you could just book the regular room at AH for $59 a night, which comes with the CV water park pass. You can just buy the extra Kalahari passes if you want to go! You might save more that way!