Great Wolf Lodge near Delaware moves up its opening date to early summer with new savings

The new Great Wolf Lodge Maryland, just a short drive from Delaware, has moved up its opening date to June 29.

It's located just off I-95 at 1240 Chesapeake Overlook Parkway in Perryville, less than half an hour from Newark. The location sits adjacent to Perryville's Hollywood Casino.

The lodge and water park last scheduled to open July 15 (and originally scheduled for early August).

What can you expect at the Great Wolf Lodge Maryland

Delaware Online/The News Journal has been following this opening closely and has captured the progress of the one-stop-shop family getaway destination.

Great Wolf Lodge Maryland will be the largest in the chain's history, with over 128,000 square feet of water park (including two new slides) and an additional 57,000-square-foot adventure park, complete with ropes courses and an arcade.

The six-story resort will have 700 rooms with multiple suite options for all party sizes.

In-depth:A look inside Great Wolf Lodge's biggest water park. Now opening sooner near Delaware.

Plans have been in motion for this park for about two years. After being slightly delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the company broke ground on the site over a year ago. At their recent hard hat event, the company announced that due to efficiencies in their construction process, they were able to move up their opening by a few weeks.

How to save on your visit

The water and adventure park is offering a discount of up to 30% off standard rates and a $30 dining credit for each reservation.

The promotion can be claimed online between now and April 3 and is valid for stays between July 15 and Feb. 28, 2024, with the promo code TASTE. Guests can also book over the phone using 888-983-WOLF (9653).

Overnight rates for rooms typically range from around $200-$400 per night, depending on availability and the size of the party.

Hiring events will be held in early May to fill nearly 700 positions at the resort. Interested individuals can check out this link.

Additional tips

• Pack and plays are available for families upon request.
• If you ever get lost, the heads of the animals on the light fixtures always point toward the lobby.
• If you have any food allergies, let a staff member know and you will be personally connected to a member of the culinary staff, who will ensure your meals are safe.
• Sensory-sensitive children can be accommodated in quieter areas; just check in with a staff member.
• Wristbands can be granted to children that limit the intensity of the rides they're allowed on.

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Contact Molly McVety at mmcvety@delawareonline.com. Follow her on Twitter @mollymcvety