Suites
The resort features a variety of accommodations ranging from one-, two-, and multiple bedroom suites that have stylish African-themed décor, comfortable furnishings. Modern amenities include 32” inch flat-screen televisions with pay-per-view movies, telephones with voice mail services, mini-fridges, microwaves, in-room safes, iron and ironing boards, and complimentary high-speed wireless Internet. All guests have access to the nearby fitness center.
The Hut, Desert, and Nomad Rooms feature two queen-size bed in crisp linens, en-suite bathrooms with showers/bath combinations, spacious living areas with tables, chairs, full-size sofa sleepers, and wood-burning fireplace and private patios/balconies with beautiful views.
King Whirlpool Suites feature king-size beds with crisp linens, en-suite bathrooms with showers and large whirlpool tubs, spacious living areas with tables, chairs, twin size sofa sleepers, and wood-burning fireplace and private patios/balconies with beautiful views.
Hospitality Suites have two queen-size Murphy beds (fold-down from the wall), en-suite bathrooms with showers and bathtubs, spacious living areas with lounge chairs, queen-size sofa sleepers, wood-burning fireplace, and wet bar. Private decks overlook the outdoor waterpark.
Lodge Suites feature king-size beds with crisp linens, en-suite bathrooms with showers and large whirlpool tubs for two. Spacious living and dining areas have tables and chairs, queen-size sofa sleepers, and wood-burning fireplaces, while fully equipped kitchens have all the necessary appliance for comfortable holiday living. Private patios/balconies have outdoor furniture with beautiful views.
The resort offers four types of two-bedroom suite – Two Room Family Suites, African Queen Suites Combination Suites, and Presidential Suites.
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Two Room Family Suites feature master bedrooms with king-size beds, second rooms with two queen-size beds, spacious living rooms with queen-size sofa sleepers, wood-burning fireplaces, two 32” inch flat-screen televisions with pay-per-view movies, and two full bathrooms with showers and baths. Private patios/balconies have outdoor furniture with beautiful views.
African Queen Suites feature king-size beds, second rooms with two queen-size beds and one and one-half bathrooms with showers and baths. Spacious living rooms have queen-size sofa sleepers, wood-burning fireplaces, and three 32” inch flat-screen televisions with pay-per-view movies and private patios/decks have outdoor furniture with beautiful views.
Combination Suites are a comfortable combination of the Lodge and one Hut and feature two bedrooms - one with king-size beds and the second with two queen-size beds and two full bathrooms with showers and whirlpool tubs. Flat screen televisions can be found in each bedroom, as well as in the living rooms, which also boast queen-size sofa sleepers and wood-burning fireplaces. Fully equipped kitchens and dining rooms are ideal for entertaining and private patios/balconies with outdoor furniture offer lovely views.
Presidential Suites are large and luxurious with two bedrooms - one with king-size beds and the second with two queen-size beds and two full bathrooms with two-person steam showers and whirlpool tubs. Flat screen televisions can be found in each bedroom, as well as in the living rooms, which also boast queen-size sofa sleepers and wood-burning fireplaces and a dining room set and full-size wet bar is perfect for entertaining. Private balconies have deluxe four-person hot tubs, outdoor furniture, and gorgeous views.
The resort offers three types of multiple bedroom suites – Village Suites, Nyumba Entertainment Villas, and the Entertainment Villa Duplexes.
Village Suites feature three bedrooms – masters with king-size beds and two with two queen-size beds and two full bathrooms with two-person steam showers and whirlpool tubs. Flat screen televisions can be found in each bedroom, as well as in the living rooms, which also boast queen-size sofa sleepers and wood-burning fireplaces and a dining room set and full-size wet bar is perfect for entertaining. Private balconies have deluxe four-person hot tubs, outdoor furniture, and gorgeous views.
Nyumba Entertainment Villas are 4,100-square-foot, two-level, stand-alone units with five bedrooms, including master bedrooms with king-size beds and four bedrooms with two queen-size beds. Four bathrooms feature walk-in showers and whirlpool tubs, while spacious living areas have wood-burning fireplaces, flat screen televisions, and comfy furniture. Nine flat-screen televisions can be found throughout the villas, including 55" flat screen televisions with surround sound system in the recreation rooms, which also feature full bars with mini-fridges and pool tables. Fully equipped kitchens offer all the creature comforts of home, and private balconies have deluxe six-person jetted tubs, outdoor furniture, and gorgeous views.
The Entertainment Villa Duplex is a combination of two Entertainment Villa units and features five bedrooms, including master bedrooms with king-size beds and four bedrooms with two queen-size beds. Four bathrooms feature walk-in showers and whirlpool tubs, while spacious living areas have wood-burning fireplaces, flat screen televisions, and comfy furniture. Seven flat screen televisions can be found throughout the villas, including 55" flat screen televisions with surround sound system in the recreation rooms, which also feature full bars with mini-fridges and pool tables. Fully equipped kitchens offer all the creature comforts of home, and private balconies have deluxe six-person jetted tubs, outdoor furniture, and gorgeous views.
Dining
There are nine dining options around the resort, ranging from casual fare to fine dining.
The Reserve Restaurant and Bar are decorated in an African theme and serves traditional American fare, signature drinks, and fun kid’s menus in a casual, relaxed setting. The Great Karoo Marketplace presents an out-of-this-world buffet of fresh, homemade fare for the whole family to enjoy, while Longnecks at Kalahari, located inside the Kalahari Convention Center, is a unique dining destination that serves innovative all-American cuisine and signature drinks.
The Ivory Coast Restaurant offers a range of casual food, such as sandwiches, salads, appetizers and classic beverages and Java Manjaro is the best place for freshly brewed gourmet coffees, frothy cappuccinos, freshly-baked pastries, and sweet desserts. Café Mirage has something for everyone, from garden salads and healthy sandwiches to burgers, burritos, tacos and wraps along with beers and wines. Pizza Pub is a pizza lover's paradise with a variety of freshly made deep dish pizzas, ribs, burgers, and salads. The Candy Hut offers something sweet for every taste, including homemade fudge, hand-dipped chocolates, salt water taffy, and sticky caramel apples.
Amenities & Recreational Activities
Guests can choose from an array of family-friendly facilities and amenities from America's largest indoor waterpark to a Safari Outdoor Adventure Park.
The resort has an Indoor Waterpark with a 12,000 square foot wave pool, uphill water rollercoaster waterslides, bowl raft rides, lane mat slides, Victoria Falls raft rides, a meandering river, indoor/indoor spas and a swim-up water bar. The park also features private indoor cabanas with refrigerators, chaise lounges, and tables.
Kalahari's Outdoor Waterpark offers fun in the sun with a range of various sized activity swimming pools, luxurious hot tubs, large sun decks, sand volleyball and shuffleboard courts and private outdoor bungalows with refrigerators, chaise lounges, and tables.
A Safari Outdoor Adventure Park presents a piece of Africa in the heart of Ohio. The Park features a variety of up-close animal encounters for visitors of all ages, thrilling zip line tours, challenging ropes course, 32 foot high climbing walls and much more.
Kalahari in Sandusky has a state-of-the-art fitness center where guests can stay fit. The center features a range of equipment from treadmills, recumbent bikes, cardio equipment, elliptical trainers, free weights section, stretching areas and changing rooms with showers.
The Kalahari Adventurer’s Club is a special club for the kids, which offers a wealth of supervised activities and adventures for all ages. Activities include morning yoga sessions, photo tours, coloring contests, cookie decorating and eating, scavenger hunts, safari challenges, finger painting, arts and crafts, and flower pot decorating. Children are supervised by trained professional who cater for every need and keep kids safe and active while their parents enjoy some free time.
The Spa
The Spa Kalahari is the perfect place to unwind with an array of rejuvenating, revitalizing and re-energizing body treatments, massages, facials and other salon services.
Located in a quiet section of the resort, the Spa features soothing treatment rooms decorated in the calming, earthy hues of Africa, and offers a comprehensive menu of spa services presented by professional therapists. Spa specials include Relaxation Massages, Swedish Massage, Gentlemen's Facials, Spa Manicures, Teen Special Packages, Junior Manicure, Makeup Application and Hair Styling.
Weddings & Conferences
Inspired by the beauty of Africa, The Sandusky Kalahari Resort offers over 215,000 square feet in the modern Kalahari Convention Center, as well as 39 beautifully appointed rooms of event space for weddings, receptions, conferences and corporate meetings. State-of-the-art features and highly personalized services are included in the use of any event space and function packages include event planners, world-class catering, exceptional service, and plenty of recreational activities.
Located in the contemporary, African-inspired Kalahari Convention Center, a variety of event venues and flexible space covering 215,000 square feet range from an elite executive boardroom ideal for small meetings to a magnificent 38,000 square foot ballroom for weddings, receptions and special social engagements up to 5,000 guests. Each carpeted space in the conference center has state-of-the-art audio visual and communications technology, including surround sound systems, independent heating and air conditioning, varied lighting and complimentary wireless Internet.
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Conclusion
One of the best weekend getaways in Ohio, Kalahari is a family-friendly vacation resort that offers a relaxed and fun-filled experience for the whole family. Located in Sandusky, the property offers comfortable African-themed accommodations, exceptional dining options and amenities, an Indoor and Outdoor Water Park, a thrilling Outdoor Adventure Park, and an exclusive Spa.
