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Waterpark hotels in the United States make a splash as summer travel kicks off

Strong rate premiums, growing pipeline underscore rising demand for all-in-one vacation experiences
SoundWaves, an indoor waterpark, is located within the 2,888-room Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. (CoStar)
SoundWaves, an indoor waterpark, is located within the 2,888-room Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. (CoStar)
CoStar Analytics
May 29, 2026 | 1:12 P.M.

Memorial Day weekend is widely considered the unofficial start to summer in the United States. As families plan warm-weather trips, waterpark hotels stand out as a popular option for their convenient locations near population centers and offerings that embody the essence of the season, such as lazy rivers, high-thrill slides and wave pools.

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