If you are considering taking your family on a Coco Key Indoor Water Resort trip, this review is for you!
My family just returned from Orlando, FL, and we spent our last full day of vacation at Coco Key Water Resort in Orlando. We would have probably been there from open till close if it hadn't started lightning!
My kids couldn't get enough, and honestly, it was the most relaxing day of our vacation.
Coco Key was the perfect water park for our family. My children are 12, 11, 7, and 5, and the size of the Orlando location was small enough to make me feel comfortable but large enough to keep the kids entertained all day.
As a mom, my goal for every family vacation is that everyone in the family enjoys the day's activities. This can be painful with such a significant age gap between boys and girls. The boys are getting into the "tween" scene, while the girls are often too small or afraid to do the things the boys want to do.
Thankfully this indoor/outdoor water park has the best of both worlds! It's both thrilling for the older kids and fun and exciting for the younger ones. Oh, and let's not forget Mom and dad! My husband and I spent time splashing in the pool, riding the slides, and sipping drinks in the cabana.
We never felt stressed or had to search for the kids. It was an all-around excellent experience for everyone (even Grandpa enjoyed a slide or five when he wasn't catching up on R&R in the shade of our cabana).
We didn't stay at the resort during this vacation because I had already booked a Resort through Armed Forces Vacation Club (I will be writing about this unfortunate experience soon).
We received day passes to test out the park, and if you'd like to try it out before booking, you can learn more about day passes here.
So what's to love about the Coco Key Water Resort?
The Slides:
The Boomerango Tube Slide was a fast favorite! This one scared me a little, but I loved every minute of it! I had never seen a slide like this, and my husband couldn't wait to ride it with me!
I can't tell you how many times my family went down this slide, but it was everyone's favorite. Anna was the only child that wasn't tall enough for this one, but she was okay with that! 😉
About the slide: Specially created for the adventurous, the Boomerango is named for its shape. Double- tube riders enjoy a trip down the slide's first ramp, dropping down to the vertical slide. Riders then travel back up a watery wall and slide backwards to a watery finish! Be sure to grab a friend, double riders only. Must be at least 48 inches to ride.
The Surfer's Splash Tube slide was probably the second favorite of the day, and even Anna could ride this one. She was a little scared but said it was "the awesomest" so I think she liked it!
The boys liked this slide because they could ride together or alone, which is nice when you don't want to wait for a double float and when a double float comes available before two singles.
Do you see the pattern? They just wanted to get back on the slides as quickly as possible.
About the slide: This one and two person tube ride will be sure to leave a smile on your face. Travel up and down, left and right, and end in a magnificent splash. Must be at least 42 inches to ride.
The Over The Falls Slide doesn't require a float, and everyone in the family also took a few trips down this slide. The over the falls slide takes you down quickly, and the wait is always short.
This slide can be a little painful for adults, but it wasn't as hard on the back if you lifted your shoulders off the slide a little. That didn't seem to deter the kids, but they could go down sitting up, so that's what they started doing.
My youngest also rode this one, and it was the only time all day that I heard her scream, which I admit was pretty cute.
About the slide: This water rollercoaster is sure to leave a smile on your face. Get ready for unexpected thrills, twists, turns, and a corkscrew that will keep you coming back again and again! Must be at least 42 inches to ride.
The Water Play Park:
Called Parrots Perch, this is where both girls spent the majority of their day. We got a cabana beside Parrots Perch, so we could easily watch them play and slide.
We also had a perfect view of the bigger slides to keep an eye on the boys as they went from slide to slide.
Coco Key may seem small compared to other water parks, but as a parent of four, it is perfectly sized for an exciting and peaceful day of play.
The Indoor Water Park:
If being in the sunshine isn't for you, or you are traveling with toddlers and preschoolers, then Minnows Lagoon is perfect.
My girls went back and forth, and the boys swam a bit because the pools were indoors.
Although it's still a bit like being outside because the end that leads to the outdoor park is open, so you can still feel the sun's warmth, and it doesn't get stuffy).
They recommend that children under 48 inches wear a life jacket, which I would also recommend. I let Anna go without one when she went down the first slide, and it gave me a bit of a scare.
The water rushes down the slides, making standing difficult if your child's head is just above the water. She made it out okay and could walk fine once she got away from the flowing water, but I felt more comfortable when she was wearing a life jacket.
You can also bring your floaties or puddle jumper (my recommendation).
The Arcade:
We are an arcade-loving family and had a blast playing in the arcade together. Coco Key has some cool games I have never seen in an arcade.
I couldn't pass up testing my skills with the laser maze. Had I not been using my kid's cards I would have probably spent the entire time trying to snag the high score (I'm not even kidding... that game is addicting).
You can purchase cards for the arcade; the tickets you win go directly to the card. That is great because my kids won over 600 tickets, and no one wants to keep up with that many tickets.
Oh, and by no one, I mean I didn't want to because somehow I am always the designated ticket holder, and I can't play laser tag while holding 600 of those in their hands!
The Amenities:
Coco Key has everything you need to have an enjoyable experience. As I mentioned, we got a cabana perfect for a family like mine.
We come with a lot of baggage 😉 And we needed a place to store it all while we played! The Cabana offered a place to keep all of our towels, water, cameras, arcade prizes, and a place to lounge when we needed a break from the sun.
It's also a great idea for parents that need a place for the smaller kids to nap while the older ones play.
If you don't want to leave for lunch, you can do what we did and eat lunch at the park. If you need to get away from the heat to enjoy your meal, you can go indoors, but we chose to eat outside.
We ordered pizza and salad from Callaloo Grill and Pizza Hut Express, which were great.
Ensure you order before the kids get too hungry because it can take 15-20 minutes to get your order (if they are busy).
The Experience:
I can't say enough good things about Coco Key Orlando! The experience was fantastic, and I can't wait to go back. It wasn't packed, and the slides' lines weren't bad.
The lifeguards are awesome, and they take their jobs very seriously. While I always do my best to watch my kids around water, I felt at ease knowing that the lifeguards also paid close attention to the kids and ensured everyone stayed safe.
Everyone we met during our visit was super friendly and seemed happy to be there. The bathrooms were clean and well-maintained (not always the case with water parks), and everyone in my family had a blast.
It doesn't get much better than that.
My favorite thing about this experience was watching my kids play so well together.
My children aren't perfect, and after being in the car for hours together, sometimes I feel like I live in a war zone!
Thankfully they managed to put their many differences aside for a day, and they could share, play together, and have an incredible day without one fight!
You can learn more about Coco Key Orlando by visiting their website. You can also follow them on their social media channels to see more pictures, hear from other guests, and learn about exclusive promotions here:
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Coco Key Indoor Water Resort Orlando Day Pass Prices:
- FL Resident Pass: $21.95 per person per day
- Non-Resident Pass: $24.95 per person per day
- Peak Season Weekend Pass: $26.95 per person per day (FL Resident Rate Does not Apply)
~We received complimentary day passes to write this review. All opinions belong to my family and me!
Kiwi says
This looks like too much for for kids! Reminds me of when I went to waterparks as a child! I am sure you family had a blast and looks like a place I would take my nephew!
Breanna says
This place looks AWESOME! I love the variety in activities and how colorful and lively the atmosphere seems! 🙂 I bet it's a great place for kids of all ages. I love the water slides, especially 🙂 It looks extremely clean, too! Water parks are such a fun summer excursion. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Krystal says
We had so much fun when we went here. It is the perfect place to enjoy a theme park experience without the theme park! 😉
RF Dietz says
This looks like SO MUCH FUN! I live in southern california and we have water parks but nothing even close to this level of water play! This is my dream trip because it would exhaust the kid and provides a variety of activities to keep them busy and entertained. Your family is adorable and your review rocks!
Yona Williams says
I wish we had a water park in our backyard instead of having to drive miles and miles to get to one. They are so much fun, especially on a hot day. We would love to check this one out one day. I've never been on a water slide before.
Michelle @ Dishes and Dust Bunnies says
This looks like such a fantastic way to spend a day! I would love to take my son to this water park! Looks like so much fun!
Rosey says
What a fun place. I'd love to visit too, and I KNOW the kids would love to visit. 🙂
Donna Ward says
Wow - I haven't been to a water resort since my son was a tween - and never an indoor one - and it looks like your kids are have a fab time - as I would still! I so want to go!!
Anita Utami says
What a cool water park! The last time I went to a water park was when I was in highschool, so I am long overdue to have some fun in a water park again, lol. My toddler is not big enough to go to the slides, but I am glad they have the Minnows Lagoon. Can't wait to visit Coco Key Indoor water resort!
chanelle says
Wow! This place looks amazing. We have a water park in San Jose, but it's nothing like this one. I like your idea of signing up for the cabana too, it makes things much more convenient and it's nice to have a dedicated place to hang out.
Maria says
It seems Orlando always has so much to do; there is never a shortage of great activities for the whole family!
Laura H says
What a great resort for a family. I love that is not overwhelming huge and that they have so many ways for each family member to enjoy. Your kids looked like they had a great time and that is what memories are made of. I wish mine were little again 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
Echo says
This looks like such an awesome resort! It reminds me a lot of the one we visited in Wisconsin Dells!
Amanda Love says
Oh man my kids would just love this. We don't have an indoor water resort here but if we did I'd be going religiously.
Dina says
Those slides look so amazing. I have really bad vision and the last time I went down a slide it made me motion sick. I love slides and want to go down them. I'm going to get a new vision screening so I can go again and see if it's better.
Uplifting Families says
This sounds like an amazing place to visit. I haven't been to this particular one but we have been to something similar. My kids enjoy the water park.
lisa @bitesforbabies says
Looks like so much fun! We have an indoor water park in my city similar to this one...we've been planning on taking the kids! I can't wait!
Michelle Hwee says
I absolutely love Coco Keys!! I have been to the one in PA and it was amazing! The florida one looks great as well! It is such a nice family trip and such ease that it isn't outdoors. You won't get sunburnt and the kids will still have lots of fun! Great post and photos!
touristmeetstraveler says
It looks massive! I would love to visit a water resort this summer, it would make such an amazing family vacation.
Tammileetips says
This water park looks like so much fun to get to play at. I love that there is stuff for everyone in the family to get to play on. The arcade looks like it would be a blast to play at.
Tiffany C. says
I really like that this park offers indoor options as well. It's nice to escape the sun sometimes. I'd love to take my family to Coco Key water park the next time we find ourselves in Orlando. I've been to Orlando a few times and didn't know about this place.
Censie says
What a perfect place to have a family fun day! Those slides look fun!
Dawn says
My daughter has a problem with getting too hot and getting sick. The indoor water park would be perfect for her.
Tami says
Minnows Lagoon is where we'd head first with the little guy. I'm sure the bigger kiddos would abandon us to have their own fun.
Tiaras & Tantrums says
looks like your family had an amazing day at CoCo Key! We used to go there all the time for New Year's Eve but haven't been since the kids have gotten a bit older
Michellette "MimiCuteLips" Green says
Great review, this parks sounds and looks like a good time. My kids are 3 and 10 so I love to find places they can both enjoy. Bonus because the parents can have fun too.
becca says
I see a day trip coming our way this summer. this place looks wonderful.
Cara (@StylishGeek) says
Thank you for sharing your Coco Key Indoor Water Resort experience! You guys sure looked like you had a blast! My family loves water parks too!
Jeanine says
Wow! How fun! Oops like the place to be for water lovers. Which my kids are and would never want to leave!
Tamara says
I can't believe that's indoors!! We have one in MA, like Robin said, but I haven't gone. I can't wait!
Chastity says
Wow, this place looks amazing! Wish there was one like that by my house:)
TIffany says
That looks super fun! We went to Massanutten which has an indoor and outdoor waterpark. The outdoor portion didn't have much (wave pool, some slide thing, and pool basketball), but we still love it and go back each year!
ourfamilyworld says
What a great water park. I like that it has an indoor facility for those rainy or colder days
Liz Mays says
This place looks so cool. I love that there is an indoor portion and even an arcade!
Chubskulit Rose says
That's the kind of fun that my daughter seek. She love anything with speed and height, me, no no no. Lol. Thanks for sharing your fun adventure.
Kita says
They put one up similar here called malibu we have been but it was so cold I was not about to get in that water lol. I love places like these where there is a variety of things to do from arcades to water.
Ourfamilyworld says
Those giant slides are too fun! My kids would never leave that place. Two weeks ago we went to a similar resort and they didn't want to go home.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
That looks like so much fun! Those water slides are perfect, and I love all the extras.
Nancy (@spiffykerms) says
I've been to an indoor water park similar to this one, at the hugest mall I've ever been to: West Edmonton Mall. It was such a fun time!!
Shirley Wood says
OMG! What a fun place to spend the day with the entire family. We live in middle Ga., no water parks are near us. There is one being built now but I don't know if it will be this awesome. I love the fact that you could rent a cabana for the day! Those prices are very affordable too! Your pictures tell the story of a fun family day!
Saidah says
This sounds like a fun destination for people who are visiting Orlando. We're heading down there this month and I had never heard about this place. I wish I would've known known sooner I would've put them on our itinerary but thanks for letting us know will check it out next time we go.
Christy Maurer says
My kids love water parks too! They are so refreshing! This one looks like it has tons to offer families. I like ones that are family friendly. I am hoping to get to one this summer!
Robin Masshole mommy says
We have one here in Boston, too, and my kids love it when we go. It is so much fun for the entire family there.