THE WATERS OF MINOCQUA - Minocqua WI 8116 Highway 51 South 54548

8116 Highway 51 South, Minocqua, WI 54548 United States

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Near Holiday Acres

8.5

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Call to book 1-800-219-2797 by Res.ai

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

The Waters of Minocqua offers a complimentary water park, indoor pool, and spa tub for guests to enjoy.

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Free long-term parking

Fitness facilities

Pets allowed

Pool umbrellas

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Reviews

"Amazing"

Our3rd stay at the Waters was so nice, fun, and relaxing. My grandkids look forward to this each year. I highly recommend!😍.

Ingrid L. (Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms)

Verified Review, stayed from Mon Aug 17 to Thu Aug 20 2026 at a $164.20 average nightly rate.

"Very Nice"

We enjoyed our stay at The Waters. Clean and neat.

Christine S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 19 to Sun Jun 21 2026 at a $278.99 average nightly rate.

"Wonderful Stay"

Ladies at front desk very helpful and pleasant, wonderful facility, very very clean and nice rooms. Great breakfast. Enjoyed the hot tub. Wonderful overall stay!

Denna M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 19 to Sun Jun 21 2026 at a $278.09 average nightly rate.

"Quiet extra large rooms."

Would stay there again, liked it, good value decent staff.

Brian C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Wed Sep 24 to Fri Sep 26 2025 at a $129.99 average nightly rate.

"Clean quiet helpful staff"

I recommend The Waters to anyone visiting the Minocqua area. Great for kids (the pool area!) and for adults, too.

Barbara V. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sun Sep 21 to Mon Sep 22 2025 at a $129.99 average nightly rate.

"Comfortable room, etc."

A good place to stay.

Donald U. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Tue Aug 19 to Fri Aug 22 2025 at a C$258.99 average nightly rate.

"Fun Time"

The hotel was great. We had our granddaughters with us and they so enjoyed the pool area. We had a handicapped room with a walk in shower which was really nice. We were on ground level and had a walk out balcony. Very nice.

Mike S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Mon Aug 04 to Wed Aug 06 2025 at a $212.58 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at The Waters Of Minocqua in Minocqua, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Minocqua Lake and Holiday Acres. This family-friendly hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lakeland Hawks Ice Arena and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Campanile Center for the Arts.

Grab dinner at The Waters Pub, a bar/lounge that specializes in American cuisine. You can also grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar.

Make yourself at home in one of the 106 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed, and all rooms are furnished with queen sofa beds. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wired internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Holiday Acres Recreational Park - 0.3 mi
Lake Minocqua - 1.2 mi
Wildwood Wildlife Park - 2.2 mi
Howard Young Medical Center - 2.4 mi
Bearskin State Trail - 8.3 mi
Rhinelander Oneida County Airport (RHI) - 19.5 mi
Carl's Wood Art Museum - 20.6 mi
Northwoods Childrens Museum - 21.9 mi
Howard Young Medical Center - 22.2 mi
Pine Aire Resort and Campground - 23.6 mi

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Planning an event in Minocqua? This hotel has 1000 square feet (93 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 4 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Dip into one of the 3 indoor pools or enjoy other recreational amenities including a complimentary water park and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include an arcade/game room, gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services.

The Waters of Minocqua has quickly become a top vacation destination, featuring a dramatic Northwoods flavor mixed with luxurious comfort. Our premier 116,000 square foot resort is unique to Northern Wisconsin. featuring massive log construction, 106 luxurious guest rooms, on-site Lounge at the Rendezvous Pub, a huge arcade, and great gifts in the Gift Gallery. The Waters of Minocqua also has first class conference, banquet, and wedding facilities that can accommodate groups up to 400. Your family will love our over 10,000 sq. ft. indoor/outdoor waterpark. Inside, enjoy the Ultimate Plunge Slides, where you can speed down the fast waterslides, play a game of water basketball, relax in our indoor/outdoor hot tub, and kids of all ages can enjoy the Minnow Bucket water activity area.

Local Attractions

5 Minutes from Lakeland Ice Arena, Lake Minocqua, & Downtown Shops, Timber Ridge Golf Course, Snowmobile Trails, Hiking Trails, Boat Snowmobile ATV Rentals, Fishing Guides, Northwoods Zipline

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 4:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2017

Floors: 3

Rooms: 106

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 106

Handicap Rooms: 8

Suites: 26

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 10

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.5 Mi

Nightly Parking: 0

Total Taxes: 9.50%

Total Misc Fees: $7.50 USD

Cancellation: 48 Hours prior to 4:00 pm on date of arrival

Check-In Instructions:

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
ATM/banking
Air hockey
Arcade/game room
Assistive listening devices available
Banquet hall
Bicycle rentals nearby
Boat tours nearby
Books
Business center
Canoeing nearby
Check In: 4:00 PM - anytime
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Children's pool
Coffee/tea in common areas
Computer station
Conference center
Conference space
Conference space size (feet) - 1000
Conference space size (meters) - 93
Cross-country skiing nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Ecotours nearby
Elevator
Express check-out
Fence around pool
Fireplace in lobby
Fishing nearby
Fitness facilities
Free long-term parking
Free self parking
Free water park access
Free wired internet
Games
Gift shops or newsstand
Golf lessons available nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Housekeeping on request
Kayaking nearby
Laundry facilities
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Meeting rooms
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Number of hot tubs - 1
Number of indoor pools - 3
Number of meeting rooms - 4
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Number of poolside bars - 1
Number of restaurants - 1
Only dogs are allowed
Outdoor furniture
Pets allowed
Pool sun loungers
Pool umbrellas
Professional property host/manager
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Shopping on site
Ski equipment rental shops nearby
Ski lessons available nearby
Sledding nearby
Smoke-free property
Snack bar/deli
Snow tubing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Snowmobiling on site
Snowshoeing nearby
Television in common areas
Vending machine
Water park
Water skiing nearby
Waterslide
Wedding services
Wheelchair accessible – no
Ziplining nearby

Airport & Shuttle Info

Lakeland Airport 3 Miles, Rhinelander Airport 30 Miles, Central Wisconsin Airport 1 Hour

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info: Taxi service avaliable

Breakfast Information

Free Continental

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Approved pets allowed $25.00 per night per pet. Pets must be supervised at all times. Pet policy signature required.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

Parking Info

Free Parking

Internet / WiFi

Free Wi-Fi

Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Essential workers only - NO

Cashless transactions are available

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Paul Bunyan's Cook Shanty - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Paul Bunyan's Cook Shanty, located 1 mile from The Waters of Minocqua.

Lunch Minocqua Brewing Company - Grab a tasty lunch and try their craft beers at Minocqua Brewing Company, located 0.5 miles from The Waters of Minocqua.

Dinner The Boathouse - Enjoy delicious seafood and waterfront dining at The Boathouse, located 2 miles from The Waters of Minocqua.

Activity Minocqua Winter Park - Have a fun-filled day of skiing and snowboarding at Minocqua Winter Park, located 5 miles from The Waters of Minocqua.

Day 2

Breakfast The Great Northern Coffee Traders - Start your day with a delicious cup of coffee and breakfast at The Great Northern Coffee Traders, located 0.3 miles from The Waters of Minocqua.

Lunch The Boathouse - Grab a quick lunch and enjoy the scenic views at The Boathouse, located 2 miles from The Waters of Minocqua.

Dinner The Thirsty Whale - Enjoy a casual dining experience and live music at The Thirsty Whale, located 1.5 miles from The Waters of Minocqua.

Activity Minocqua Pontoon Cruises - Take a relaxing pontoon cruise and explore the beautiful lakes of Minocqua, located 1 mile from The Waters of Minocqua.

Day 3

Breakfast The Great Northern Coffee Traders - Start your day with a delicious cup of coffee and breakfast at The Great Northern Coffee Traders, located 0.3 miles from The Waters of Minocqua.

Lunch Minocqua Brewing Company - Grab a tasty lunch and try their craft beers at Minocqua Brewing Company, located 0.5 miles from The Waters of Minocqua.

Dinner The Thirsty Whale - Enjoy a casual dining experience and live music at The Thirsty Whale, located 1.5 miles from The Waters of Minocqua.

Activity Wildwood Wildlife Park - Visit the wildlife park and get up close with animals from around the world, located 3 miles from The Waters of Minocqua.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about The Waters Of Minocqua

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Waters Of Minocqua have?

There are 106 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at The Waters Of Minocqua?

Yes, they have 10 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at The Waters Of Minocqua?

Free Continental

What parking is available at The Waters Of Minocqua?

Free Parking

How much does internet cost?

Free Wi-Fi

Is there a gym at The Waters Of Minocqua?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at The Waters Of Minocqua?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Our Waterpark is open daily from 9am-9pm - Call for most recent Waterslide hours

Is The Waters Of Minocqua pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Approved pets allowed $25.00 per night per pet. Pets must be supervised at all times. Pet policy signature required.

Is there shuttle service at The Waters Of Minocqua?

Lakeland Airport 3 Miles, Rhinelander Airport 30 Miles, Central Wisconsin Airport 1 Hour

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Waters Of Minocqua

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Waters Of Minocqua.

Feel free to use the The Waters Of Minocqua meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Minocqua event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Banquet

45/--

Classroom

Hollow Square

U-Shape

Boardroom

Theater

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:1

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Banquet

45/--

Classroom

Hollow Square

U-Shape

Boardroom

Theater

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:1

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Banquet

45/--

Classroom

Hollow Square

U-Shape

Boardroom

Theater

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:1

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Banquet

250/--

Classroom

219

Convention

20/--

Theater

350

Room Details

This is a beautiful outdoor setting for banquets, wedding receptions and family gatherings.

Room Type:Ballroom

Floor Level:Ground Level

Power Outlets:12

Windows:16

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Banquet

110/--

Classroom

100

U-Shape

Theater

150

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:1

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Banquet

80/--

Classroom

U-Shape

Theater

120

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:1

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Banquet

130/--

Classroom

125

Theater

175

Room Details

Room Type:Restaurant / Lounge

Floor Level:2

Windows:4

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Convention

35/--

Theater

Room Details

Room Type:Lobby

Floor Level:2

Windows:10

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Theater

Room Details

Room Type:Outdoor Miscellaneous

Floor Level:1

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

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