Island Waterpark at Showboat

“Look no further for a quick or mini get away for the kids, this is the place. I took my girls for a little mini vacation during the winter break and it was great. We went from Thursday to Saturday. The layout of the park works great for a family with several age groups. You can allow the older kids to explore the park without worrying about there location. There is a Kids Cove for the little ones with a water slide and 3ft pool. Each section has life jackets for all ages. There is also an Adult Island to enjoy a moment for yourself complete with a swim up bar. There are a few places to eat while inside, prices are a little high for example its $5 for ice cream, $16 for chicken fingers and fries and $9.00 for 3 churros just to name a few. Note, if you stay at the showboat, your tickets are discounted. Enjoy you will not be disappointed with the Island Water Park.”

“My son and I went on December 25th. We had a great time. Smooth, 1 hour drive from Camden County. We got on all the rides. The ones we thought would be the most terrifying, were the ones we immediately got on again. Lol. It was a great day for bonding and enjoying time together. Recommend fun for the whole family.”

“This park could never be a 5-star park. Let’s start with the positives, then the negatives, and I’ll finish with some tips no one tells you. Positives: • The park is clean. • It’s well maintained. • The staff is friendly. • The bathrooms are clean. • It’s not too busy. • It’s a great choice if you’re in Atlantic City with kids. Negatives: • The park is small compared to Great Wolf or Kalahari. • There are no family rides. • There is only one shower in a huge bathroom. • There’s no proper changing room - no doors, just a curtain. • If you buy through Groupon, the $30 parking fee is not included. • The food is outrageously expensive and low quality. • The signs directing you to the park take you to several different places before you reach the correct entrance. Tips: • Parking: Drop your family off at the Showboat entrance lobby, then park near Atlantic Avenue (about two blocks away). There are plenty of free spots. City meters are $1.50 per hour. • Get there early so you can finish all the rides within an hour. After that, you can relax. • Food: There’s really no solution. Have a good breakfast and plan for a late lunch elsewhere. • Be advised that the entrance to the park is through the hotel lobby. If you already have your tickets, go inside and make a left - regardless of what the signs say. • Buy through Groupon for the best price, or purchase online through the hotel website to get free parking.”