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3.0/5
Based on 5 guest reviews
- Includes an outdoor swimming pool
- Gym / Fitness Center Available
- Hotel has 596 rooms
- 4 floors in hotel
- 254 suites in hotel
- Check in time: 4:00 PM
- Groups & Meetings rating of 8.6/10
- Hotel has 25 meeting rooms
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Local Attractions
Waterpark pass valid until 3:00 PM on day of check out. African Wildlife Park, Cedar Point, Lake Cruises within minutes.
Map and Points of Interest Near Kalahari Resort
Property Description
Dynamic, African Themed Waterpark Resort. Everything Under One Roof!Largest Waterpark in Ohio 80,000 sq. ft. indoors / 40,000 sq. ft. Outdoor park). Indoor Mini-Golf, Huge 130 Game Arcade, and Recreation Area. 25 unique meeting & banquet rooms, business center. State of the art fitness center, full service Spa, Three Restaurants on property, Pizza Pub, 3 bars and lounges, 6 Shops. Spacious and beautifully decorated Rooms or Suites sleeping 4 to 12 ppl. Group pricing. Midweek best value.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4:00 PM |
| Check Out: | 11:00 AM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2005 |
| Floors: | 4 |
| Rooms: | 596 |
| Corridors: | Both Interior and Exterior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 534 |
| Handicap Rooms: | |
| Suites: | 254 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 25 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 215000 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 4000 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 2.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 11AM - 1 AM |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Guarantee at 30 days prior and rooming list due. 85 % of block required before penalty activated. | |
| Nightly Parking: | COMP |
| Typical Group Deposit: | $1000 |
| Total Taxes: | 11.50% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 6.50% |
| Occupancy Tax: | 5.00% |
| City Tax: | 0.00% |
| Country Tax: | 0.00% |
| VAT: Value Added Tax: | 0.00 VAT % Inclusive |
| GST: Goods and Services Tax: | 0.00 GST % |
| PST: Provincial Sales Tax: | 0.00 PST % |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 6.50% |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 6.50% |
| Other Tax: | 0.00% |
| Resort/Hotel Fee: | 9.95 Per Night |
| Parking Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Cleaning Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Porterage Fee: | 1.50 Per Item |
| Gym Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Spa Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Shipping Handling Fee: | 0.00 Per Item |
| Additional Person Fee: | 20.00 Per Night (5th person Rm is for 4.) |
| Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day (All free) |
| Rooms Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day (All free) |
| Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Power Surcharge Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 19.00% (Group function only) |
| Audio Visual Service Charge: | 19.00% |
| Banquet Labor Fees: | 0.00 Per Function (See F & B Service Charge) |
| Banquet Bartender Fees: | 50.00 Per Function |
| Chef Attendant Fees: | 120.00 Per Function |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 8.50 Per Person (++) |
| Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: | 14.00 Per Person (++) |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 17.00 Per Person (++) |
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 15.00 Per Person (++) |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 18.00 Per Person (++) |
| Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: | 14.00 Per Person (++) |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 22.00 Per Person (++) |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 28.00 Per Person (++) |
| Morning Break Cost: | 8.50 Per Person (++) |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 7.50 Per Person (++) |
| Banquet Soda: | 2.00 Per Item |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 2.50 Per Item |
| Banquet Hosted Bar: | 17.00 Per Person (++) |
| Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: | 35.00 Per Person (++) |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- ATM
- Baggage storage facilities
- Breakfast in room
- Central location
- Charge for early check out
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary newspaper
- Concierge service
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Games room
- Grocery service
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Kitchenette in room
- Laundry facilities
- Licensed bar
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shop
- Shower
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Television
- Terrace
- Travellers cheques accepted
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
Closest are Cleveland Airport and Toledo. Both 55 -70 minutes dependng on traffic.Shuttles available through Tom Cruises. Pricing on request.
Local Shuttle Info: Group Airport Shuttle pricing from $25 per person each way or $40 round trip. Family savings for three or more.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry, pets are not allowed.Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Kalahari Resort
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Kalahari Resort.
Feel free to use the Kalahari Resort meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Sandusky event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Kalahari Ballroom | 172 x 100 x 34 | 17200 | 1431/-- | -- | 882 | 413 | 492 | 413 | 108/86 | 2200 | -- | 4 |
Close This Kalahari BallroomThe Kalahari Ballroom is divisible into as many as eight sections. It features four oversized drop down wide screens and built in "from the ceiling" projectors. It has been home to Corporate Food and Trade Shows, all day Conferences requiring rear screen projection or incorporating dramatic staging and AV, Dance and Cheerleading Competitions, and Social Events with and without Bands. The smallest it break down in size to is 40 ' by 50'. Room Type: Ballroom Total Size: 17200 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 172 x 100 x 34 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 25+ Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
Savings available with meal or reception function in same room. Functions valued at $5000 or more earn 50% or more discount. Outdoor event space, animal park breakfasts, and in-the-waterpark catering also available. Please note that room pick up can earn added savings on room rental at times. | ||||||||||||
| A or H | 52 x 50 x 24 | 2600 | 216/260 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This A or HOne of the two largest of the eight portions of the Ballroom. Each features a drop down wide screen with from the ceiling projectors. Can be combined with each other fro a 100 by 102 sq. ft. space. Room Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 2600 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 52 x 50 x 24 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 8 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
Savings available with meal or reception function in same room. Functions valued at $5000 or more earn 50% or more discount. Outdoor event space, animal park breakfasts, and in-the-waterpark catering also available. Please note that room pick up can earn added savings on room rental at times. | ||||||||||||
| Indigo Bay | 52 x 62 x 16 | 3500 | 270/-- | -- | 224 | 84 | 100 | -- | 22/18 | 420 | 375 | 4 |
Close This Indigo BayIndigo Bay Ballroom is a distinctively designed function room that can be as attractive for meetings as it is for a wedding reception or banquet function. The Indigo Bay also has its own built-in Bar in the room and two registration areas built-in in the hallway. Lighting is drawn from an imported African Styled Domes Light with auto controls for music, light and sound built-in. Room Type: Ballroom Total Size: 3500 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 52 x 62 x 16 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 10 Columns: 0 Windows: 1 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
Savings available with meal or reception function in same room. Functions valued at $5000 or more earn 50% or more discount. Outdoor event space, animal park breakfasts, and in-the-waterpark catering also available. Please note that room pick up can earn added savings on room rental at times. | ||||||||||||
| Cypress | 62 x 48 x 16 | 3400 | 298/280 | -- | 150 | 74 | 92 | 78 | 21/-- | 400 | 400 | 4 |
Close This CypressCypress Ballroom is a distinctively designed function room that can be as attractive for meetings as it is for a wedding reception or banquet function. Cypress Room also has its own built-in Bar in the room and two registration areas built-in in the hallway. Lighting is drawn from an imported African Styled Domes Light with auto controls for music, light and sound built-in. Room Type: Ballroom Total Size: 3400 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 62 x 48 x 16 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 12 Columns: 0 Windows: 1 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
Savings available with meal or reception function in same room. Functions valued at $5000 or more earn 50% or more discount. Outdoor event space, animal park breakfasts, and in-the-waterpark catering also available. Please note that room pick up can earn added savings on room rental at times. | ||||||||||||
| Guava | 29 x 32 x 12 | 928 | 72/70 | -- | 54 | 22 | 24 | 26 | 6/-- | 112 | 112 | 2 |
Close This GuavaGuava is one of seven different meeting and event rooms located in the Executive Center of the Convention Center. This Executive Center includes two dedicated Boardrooms as well as an Atrium with sky light. The Executive Center features its won glass doors giving it privacy from the rest of the Convention Center when necessary. Guava can also be doubled in size to 1900 sq. ft. when the connecting wall to Tamarind is opened. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 928 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 29 x 32 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
Savings available with meal or reception function in same room. Functions valued at $5000 or more earn 50% or more discount. Outdoor event space, animal park breakfasts, and in-the-waterpark catering also available. Please note that room pick up can earn added savings on room rental at times. | ||||||||||||
| Tamarind | 29 x 32 x 12 | 928 | 72/70 | -- | 54 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 6/-- | 112 | 112 | 2 |
Close This TamarindTamarind is one of seven different meeting and event rooms located in the Executive Center of the Convention Center. This Executive Center includes two dedicated Boardrooms as well as an Atrium with sky light. The Executive Center features its won glass doors giving it privacy from the rest of the Convention Center when necessary. Tamarind can also be doubled in size to 1900 sq. ft. when the connecting wall to Guava is opened. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 928 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 29 x 32 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
Savings available with meal or reception function in same room. Functions valued at $5000 or more earn 50% or more discount. Outdoor event space, animal park breakfasts, and in-the-waterpark catering also available. Please note that room pick up can earn added savings on room rental at times. | ||||||||||||
| Portia | 29 x 32 x 12 | 928 | 72/70 | -- | 54 | 24 | 28 | -- | 6/-- | 112 | 112 | -- |
Close This PortiaPortia is one of seven different meeting and event rooms located in the Executive Center of the Convention Center. This Executive Center includes two dedicated Boardrooms as well as an Atrium with sky light. The Executive Center features its won glass doors giving it privacy from the rest of the Convention Center when necessary. Portia can also be doubled in size to 1900 sq. ft. when the connecting wall to Wisteria is opened. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 928 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 29 x 32 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 5 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
Savings available with meal or reception function in same room. Functions valued at $5000 or more earn 50% or more discount. Outdoor event space, animal park breakfasts, and in-the-waterpark catering also available. Please note that room pick up can earn added savings on room rental at times. | ||||||||||||
| 4 Jamaadi Huts | 38 x 38 x 18 | 1200 | 60/-- | -- | 44 | 24 | 28 | 26 | 0/0 | 100 | 100 | 1 |
Close This 4 Jamaadi HutsThere are four Jamaadi Huts. Jamaadi in Swahili means gathering. These are uniquely shaped (octagon) and feature warm African colors with a lighting feature including 9 Ostrich Eggs imported from Africa. The windows are tall and narrow and compliment the authentic African decor. Three of the four are located off a hallway that is replicated from a natural village setting... perfect for a traveling reception. One, the Banyan, offers a built-in bar area as well. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1200 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 38 x 38 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 5 Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Savings available with meal or reception function in same room. Functions valued at $5000 or more earn 50% or more discount. Outdoor event space, animal park breakfasts, and in-the-waterpark catering also available. Please note that room pick up can earn added savings on room rental at times. | ||||||||||||
| Wisteria | 29 x 32 x 12 | 928 | 72/-- | -- | 54 | 24 | 26 | -- | 6/-- | 112 | -- | 2 |
Close This WisteriaWisteria is one of seven different meeting and event rooms located in the Executive Center of the Convention Center. This Executive Center includes two dedicated Boardrooms as well as an Atrium with sky light. The Executive Center features its won glass doors giving it privacy from the rest of the Convention Center when necessary. Wisteria can also be doubled in size to 1900 sq. ft. when the connecting wall to Portia is opened. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 928 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 29 x 32 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
Savings available with meal or reception function in same room. Functions valued at $5000 or more earn 50% or more discount. Outdoor event space, animal park breakfasts, and in-the-waterpark catering also available. Please note that room pick up can earn added savings on room rental at times. | ||||||||||||
| Mangrove | 49 x 37 x 12 | 1813 | 152/180 | -- | 90 | 50 | 48 | 44 | 11/9 | 201 | 201 | 2 |
Close This MangroveMangrove is one of 7 Meeting and Event Rooms in the Executive Center and connects to the others via the 1800 sq. ft. sunlit Atrium which is perfect for Refreshment Breaks or a Reception Area. The Mangrove is a stand alone room with its own drop down wide screen and built-in, from the ceiling, projector. As with all meeting and event space, it is features wireless internet and has back of the house service corridors. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1813 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 49 x 37 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 8 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
Savings available with meal or reception function in same room. Functions valued at $5000 or more earn 50% or more discount. Outdoor event space, animal park breakfasts, and in-the-waterpark catering also available. Please note that room pick up can earn added savings on room rental at times. | ||||||||||||
| 2 Board Rooms | 35 x 20 x 12 | 700 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 20 | --/-- | -- | -- | 1 |
Close This 2 Board RoomsThe two Board Rooms are Ebony and Empress. Each features a permanent hand carved Board Table with computer, teleconferencing, and electrical built-in. The drop down screen and built-in projector is controlled from a master control panel which can sit at the head of the board table. African art and decor dress both rooms and a back entry doors allows for break and roll in lunch service with minimal interruption of the meeting. Room Type: Boardroom Total Size: 700 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 35 x 20 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
Savings available with meal or reception function in same room. Functions valued at $5000 or more earn 50% or more discount. Outdoor event space, animal park breakfasts, and in-the-waterpark catering also available. Please note that room pick up can earn added savings on room rental at times. | ||||||||||||
| The Pavilion | 130 x 78 x 18 | 8400 | 680/720 | -- | 360 | 202 | -- | -- | 60/44 | 900 | 900 | -- |
Close This The PavilionThe Pavilion is a clearspan tent with permament wooden floor set just steps from the Convention Center featuring French Windows, three entry ways. It is fully equipped with electical outlets and wireless capabilities. It has both air conditioning and heat and is open from Easter thourhg and including the first weekend of November each year. It can be divided into two parts. Room Type: Outdoor Miscellaneous Total Size: 8400 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 130 x 78 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 12 Columns: 0 Windows: 8 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Savings available with meal or reception function in same room. Functions valued at $5000 or more earn 50% or more discount. Outdoor event space, animal park breakfasts, and in-the-waterpark catering also available. Please note that room pick up can earn added savings on room rental at times. | ||||||||||||
| Killimanjoro Ballroom | 243 x 156 x 28 | 37908 | --/3154 | 2208 | 1600 | 910 | 1084 | 300 | 237/190 | 5000 | 4000 | -- |
Close This Killimanjoro BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 37908 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 243 x 156 x 28 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 25+ Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Savings available with meal or reception function in same room. Functions valued at $5000 or more earn 50% or more discount. Outdoor event space, animal park breakfasts, and in-the-waterpark catering also available. Please note that room pick up can earn added savings on room rental at times. | ||||||||||||
| Kilimanjaro Ballroom | 160 x 250 x 32 | 40000 | 3328/3328 | 2330 | 1665 | 960 | -- | -- | --/-- | 4440 | -- | -- |
Close This Kilimanjaro BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 40000 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 160 x 250 x 32 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
Savings available with meal or reception function in same room. Functions valued at $5000 or more earn 50% or more discount. Outdoor event space, animal park breakfasts, and in-the-waterpark catering also available. Please note that room pick up can earn added savings on room rental at times. | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Kalahari Resort
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4:00 PM 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 Kalahari Resort have?
There are 596 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Kalahari Resort?
Yes, they have 25 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
Is there a gym at Kalahari Resort?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Kalahari Resort?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..
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