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Reviews of The Waters of Minocqua This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

8116 US 51 South, Minocqua, WI 54548, United States

#1 of 6 hotels in Minocqua

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Review Score

Based on 943 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free Wifi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: September 4, 2025

    7.0
    Good place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The arcade had very few games that actually worked. The water slide closed early 2 of the days we were there. One staff member was very rude when we tried to order a coffee from Starbucks.

    The staff was mostly friendly. The view was amazing and the room was clean.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2025

    7.0
    It was ok but not worth the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The lobby walls were very dusty, ceiling light cover was broken, tv didn’t work properly, room above had smokers (this is a smoke free property) Restaurant was closed Sunday

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2025

    8.0
    Great stay but could be better
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The sink in the rooms were way too high for kids and short people. I'm 5ft tall and struggled with brushing my teeth. Bathrooms were too tight, especially when the door opens inward towards the toilet. Very hard for plus size or large people to navigate through. Also didn't like that there were no sink for hand washing after using the bathroom, as the sinks were out in the entrance way. Lots of sanitizing that we had to do with the bathroom door knobs after each use.

    The ceilings in the 2nd floor rooms were high and had chandilers, so the room felt very spacious. I love that rooms can be connected thru a door, so it's great for families needing multiple rooms together. The breakfast was fulfilling and had good options. The big hot tub/pool was the best and the arcade was great too.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 21, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The breakfast was not good at all.

    The location was beautiful

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2025

    8.0
    Thus was our third stay at The Waters; we always appreciate the location and amenities which capture the spirit of the N
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wish we had gotten a better rate; the dining room/lounge never seems to be open

    Great location, attractive and comfortable; nice breakfast spread

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The breakfast wasn't that good.

    The rooms.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 31, 2025

    8.0
    We’ll be back 😁
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No daily housekeeping

    Great location, lots of amenities, great gift shop.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 26, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beds need an upgrade! The mattresses are extremely uncomfortable, too soft, worn.

    Great location, the water park is a plus. There is Starbucks coffee which we liked. The rooms are large with balconies. The staff is friendly.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 20, 2025

    8.0
    Great family stay! Would definitely come back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The rooms were clean ( I really appreciated the wood floors/no carpet. It made the rooms feel much cleaner and more modern). Our kids loved the pool area. It wasn't crowded and they had a great time. The complimentary breakfast was helpful as well.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 18, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast quality and choices are poor.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 6, 2025

    9.0
    Nice rustic hotel with good breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Ac unit was pretty loud

    Clean, rustic decor. Great staff. Good breakfast

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 3, 2025

    9.0
    The stay was comfortable. The location was great. This is a good facility for families with young children.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The noise factor in our room was high. Next door room guests were very noisy. We got the sense that the construction is fairly cheap.

    Location was great.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 3, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The slide is only open minimal hours

    The breakfast and decor

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 19, 2025

    8.0
    It was fun, kids had a blast, bathrooms could be a little bigger.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom was pretty small and the price was a little higher than I was hoping for but it was kind of a last minute and I believe it was the only room left that would accommodate us.

    The Water park was fun although crowded and some rude people (not the staff). Love the fact that you had an arcade, the guy at the front counter was awesome.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 18, 2025

    9.0
    Ray was wonderful! He helped us check in and got us wrist bands to access the water park early! The beds are too soft fo
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Garbage behind the beds

    Quiet

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 14, 2025

    9.0
    We would stay here again. We did not use the waterpark or hot tub but I'm sure the grandkids would.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Our patio door did not want to lock. I tried several times to get the lock on the door to stay locked and it finally did on my 3rd or 4th try. We would have liked a few more "warm" items on the breakfast menu.

    We loved our room. It was very spacious and clean. The bed was very comfortable!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2025

    7.0
    Overall more positives than negatives.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast not competitive with general competition in surrounding states. This was our 4th stop and it rated 3rd on breakfast handling and quality. Pario could be cleaned better and screen did not slide well. Found a snake skin as we entered. Had 7 people waiting at pub bar for a drink. Poor service. Had to yell back in the kitchen to find someone to serve us.Overall service could use a kick.

    Good location. Comfy. Clean. Ability to park at room door and unload a plus. Liked arcade. Nice clean pool too. Great tv.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2025

    8.0
    Great experience at wonderful price
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Awesome bldg design. Animal heads in walls. Rustic out woods decor. Rooms were clean and comfortable beds. Room was quiet at nite.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 23, 2025

    9.0
    Resort
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The Waters of Minocqua is a beautiful property. I didn’t realize it was a resort. The room was a great size. It has a porch, a table, a nice area where food could be put together. The bathroom was lovely. The bed was comfortable. A continental breakfast was offered, which I didn’t realize until I checked in at the hotel.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 18, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I liked the room upgrades. Comfortable beds.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 10, 2025

    9.0
    Great place at a great price, super clean and a very attentive staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Close to downtown and a great value. The best hotel in Minocqua.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 28, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Unfortunately, The Waters is being remodeled so not everything was available.

    Very nice rooms and facilities overall.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The pool area definitely could use some updates; however, they are starting renovations, so we can not wait to come back and see how it's improved!

    Staff were very helpful and friendly. Great coffee served at breakfast.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2025

    7.0
    Was a nice relaxing get away for my little family.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Could have been better cereal choices. (Golden grams, cheerios, captian crunch could be different options)

    There was a good variety of breakfast foods to choose from.

    Stayed in April 2025

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