KeyLime Cove® Fact Sheet
KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark Resort in Gurnee, Illinois, offers families the must-do tropical town vacation
that is just a short drive from home. As The Official Resort of Six Flags Great America, the year-round resort is
designed to provide the ultimate resort experience for guests
OPENED:
February 29, 2008
LOCATION:
1700 Nations Drive, Gurnee, Ill. 60031
• Located midway between Chicago and Milwaukee off I-94 at the Grand Avenue exit
(IL-132)
• The Official Resort of Six Flags Great America, and across from Gurnee Mills
• TripAdvisors, the world’s largest online travel community, recognized Gurnee,
Illinois as one of the Top 10 Vacation Destinations for 2009
• KeyLime Cove received worldwide recognition from Aquatics International with the
“Best of Aquatics” award in the waterpark resort category for 2011
• KeyLime Cove received international recognition when it was named the 2010 and
2011 eMarketer of the Year by TravelClick and Hospitality Sales & Marketing
Association International (HSMAI)
PROPERTY SIZE:
30 acres
RESERVATIONS:
Visit the website at www.KeyLimeCove.com or call 877-360-0403
GIFT CARDS:
Available online or at KeyLime Cove from $50.00 to $1000.00
ACCOMODATIONS:
414 Resort-Style Suites and Staterooms in 10 Different Layouts
• Large flat-screen TV with cable
• High-speed Internet access
• iPod-compatible alarm clock
• Refrigerator and coffee maker
• Activity table and/or writing desk
• Signature bath amenities
• In-room safe
• Connecting suites accommodate up to 12 people
Captain Dave’s Two-Bedroom Luxury Suite
Sleeps 6-8
• Master bedroom: King size bed with bathroom Jacuzzi
• Second bedroom: Two Queen beds with connecting bathroom
• Living room with sleeper sofa, fireplace and coffee table
• Two 40" flat-screen TV’s
• Kitchenette, dining room
• Two bathrooms with 15" flat-screen TV’s
• Balcony with Tommy Bahama furniture
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Toucan Two-Bedroom Suite
• Master bedroom with King bed
• Second bedroom with two Queen beds
• Sitting room with sleeper sofa and dining table
• Microwave and refrigerator
• Three 32" flat-screen TV’s
• Balcony
Sleeps 6-8
Mangrove One-Bedroom Suite
• Two Queen beds
• Sitting room with sleeper sofa
• Two 32" flat-screen TV’s
• Microwave
• Balcony
Sleeps 4-6
Family Stateroom
• Queen size bed
• Sleeper sofa
• Bunk beds
• 32" flat-screen TV
Sleeps 4-6
Queen Verandah Stateroom
• Two Queen beds
• Sleeper sofa
• 32" flat-screen TV
• Verandah
Sleeps 4-6
Queen Grand Stateroom
• Two Queen beds
• Sitting area with game table and 2 chairs
• Sleeper sofa
• 32" flat-screen TV
Sleeps 4-6
Queen Deluxe Stateroom
• Two Queen beds
• Sleeper sofa
• 32" flat-screen TV
Sleeps 4-6
Queen Stateroom
• Two Queen beds
• 32" flat-screen TV
Sleeps 4
King Stateroom
• King size bed and sleeper sofa
• 32" flat-screen TV
Sleeps 4
King Spa Stateroom
• King size bed and Jacuzzi
• 32" flat-screen TV
Sleeps 2
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ENTERTAINMENT:
LOST PARADISE WATERPARK
A 65,000 sq ft tropical-themed indoor waterpark with loads of wet and wild playtime for
the entire family.
• It takes 420,138 gallons of water to fill the park
• Ellis & Associates certified lifeguards, the highest certification in the industry
• Access to the waterpark is exclusive to KeyLime Cove vacationers
TOUKIE’S TOWER
• Wild waterslide central
• Five slides totaling nearly four football fields in length
WAHOO! and SCREAMIN’ BANSHEE
• Two side winding, enclosed inner tube rides
• Each with a 40 ft drop
SPLASH DOWN and SLIP SLIDIN’ AWAY
• Two enclosed body slides
• Each with a 40 ft drop
HURRICANE’S VORTEX
• Super-sized, spinning inner tube ride for one or two riders
• Over 44 ft drop
TOUKIE’S BIG DELUGE
• Giant interactive water play structure
• Features the giant 10-ft-tall, 250-gallon Pineapple Splash Bucket
• Four body slides of varying lengths from 19 ft to 140 ft
• Features over 50 different colorful water hoses, cannons and valves, rope pulls,
fountains, spinning wheels and water dumps to entertain
LIL’ LIMERS’ PLAY POND
• Pool and play area for younger guests
• Includes three body slides from 11 ft to 16.5 ft in length
• A fun assortment of colorful, playful water attractions
TSUNAMI WASHOUT WAVE POOL
• Center point of the park
• Simulates ocean waves without the salt and fish
• Lifejackets and one or two-person tubes available
• Adirondack chairs encircle the zero-depth entrance for perfect viewing
KEYLIME CREEK
• The lazy river that winds 560 ft throughout the park and is three ft deep
KEYLIME GROTTO
• Secluded whirlpool/spa area
ARCADE:
RIPTIDE REEF ARCADE
A game-playing paradise with 8,000 sq ft of the most popular and newest games.
• Family-friendly, age appropriate options for preschoolers to adults
• Interactive family fun
• Collect Toucan Tokens to redeem for hot prizes from toys, stuffed animals to iPod
Nanos
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DUVAL STREET:
A boardwalk full of adventure including shopping, live entertainment, assorted
amusements and street vendors.
• Scheduled entertainment includes festive gathering of stilt-walkers, exotic birds, face
painters, balloon sculptors, magicians, street artists and pirates
LEAPIN’ LIZARDS:
The creative station offers oodles and oodles of arts, crafts, and
recreational fun for kids of all ages.
• Sand art, ceramic painting, hats and flip flops plus special seasonal crafts
• Story time, tea parties, scavenger hunts, sing-a-longs and more
• Daily postings list age appropriate crafts and activities of the day
SHOPPING:
Stroll down the lively Duval Street for shops and street vendors that sell
last-minute convenience items as well as souvenirs and collectibles.
MANGROVE JACK’S TRADING POST
• Snacks, drinks and essentials
ISLAND HOPPERS OUTFITTERS
• Beach and resort name-brand apparel
• Fine art collectibles
• KeyLime Cove logo and character merchandise
• CDs featuring island melodies and much more
PINKI’S PET PALACE
• Make your own KeyLime Cove keepsake at the create-your-own pet “playground”
• Choose your own animal to stuff from a wide selection of furry friends including
penguins, puppies, frogs, lions and Pinki the flamingo
STREET VENDORS
• Souvenir-central is teeming with fun and festivity
• Scheduled entertainment includes exotic birds, face painters, balloon artists,
magicians and KeyLime Cove’s very own mysterious pirate
DINING:
KeyLime Cove offers a variety of restaurants and eateries to choose from without ever
leaving the property.
Renowned restaurateur Dave Anderson, creator of Famous Dave’s Legendary Pit Bar-BQue and original investor of Rainforest Café restaurant chains, presents his newest
restaurant concepts and recipes in KeyLime Cove restaurants and eateries:
D.W. ANDERSON’S EATERY AND ICE CREAM PARLOR
• Features an old-fashioned soda fountain and a menu filled with American classics,
from burgers to apple pie
• “The Kitchen Sink” sundae, 24 scoops of ice cream with mountains of toppings,
including candy bars, complete with sparklers on top
THE CRAZY TOUCAN MARGARITA GRILLE
• Tropical-themed restaurant serves more exotic fare including seafood specialties and
racks of ribs
• Full bar service with an extensive selection of tropical drinks
• Live entertainment
• Huge plasma televisions for game nights
• The restaurant’s pool deck overlooks the waterpark
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ISLAND TEMPTATIONS COFFEE & CONFECTIONERY
• Starbucks coffee, smoothies, chef-crafted sweet treats, gourmet chocolates and candy
store favorites
ANNA CHOVY’S PIZZERIA and HOT DIGGETY DAWGS and SHARKY’S BIG
BITES!
• Quick meal options including pizza, Chicago-style hot dogs, chicken fingers and
fries
SAND BAR
• Selection of refreshing non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages
• Guests are required to show identification when purchasing alcohol
PAYMENT SYSTEM:
State-of-the art RFID (Radio-Frequency Identification) Smart Wristband technology.
• Wristbands provide keyless access to guest rooms and lockers
• Wristbands work for all on-site purchases including food, beverages, shops, vending
machines and arcade tokens.
• Wristbands eliminate the need to bring wallets, purses, room keys or cash into the
waterpark
• Parents can pre-load children’s wristbands
LUXURY SPA:
PARADISE MIST SPA
The two-story retreat offers a soothing escape for men, women, couples, teens, tweens
and private groups.
• The full array of pampering includes massages, scrubs, body wraps, skin treatments,
saunas, Vichy showers and salon services such as manicures, pedicures, makeup,
special occasion up-dos and spray tanning.
• Open to the public
• Spa reservations and gift cards: 224-656-8130
Guests can take home the signature scent of PARADISE MIST available
in soy candles and linen sprays
First Floor – A focus on favorite salon services
• Retail area featuring Pure Fiji line of products (only available in the Midwest at
Paradise Mist Spa); Bioelements; Golden Moor; Alterna hair care; and plush bamboo
robes
• Relaxation room
• Lockers and showers
• Five manicure and pedicure stations
• Hair and makeup stations
Second Floor – A more secluded escape for extensive treatments
• Two massage suites
• Two body treatment suites
• Two facial suites
• Two spa suites for couples
• Relaxation room for special occasion and small group gatherings
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KIDS SPA:
THE ENCHANTED LAGOON KIDS SPA
The under water-themed kids spa is designed with bubble fish tanks adorned to the walls
and glass bubbles dangling from the light fixtures to mimic fish bubbles.
• Kids are welcomed to themed manicures, pedicures, facial masks and makeup
applications
• Make your own lotions, sugar scrubs and lip glosses station
• Birthday party packages are available for groups of six or more
• Open to the public
• Spa reservations and gift cards: 224-656-8130
MEETING &
BANQUET SPACE:
KeyLime Cove has 6,000 sq ft of flexible meeting and event space.
• Space can accommodate up to:
- 310 banquet style
- 500 theater style
• Boardroom seats up to 16 people
• Three consecutive rooms may be used individually or joined together to
accommodate larger functions
• Audio/video equipment available for rent
• Extensive and customizable banquet menu
VISIONARY:
Dave Anderson, endearingly referred to as “Captain Dave,” is the award-winning
entrepreneur and restaurateur, and visionary behind KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark
Resort. As founder of the legendary BBQ franchise Famous Dave’s of America, with
over 160 locations nationwide, Anderson is lauded for his ability to create highly
integrated brands, which offer unique consumer experiences. Anderson has served two
U.S. Presidents and three Governors in advisory roles and serves on the National Board
of Governors for the Boys and Girls Clubs of America.
MANAGEMENT:
KeyLime Cove is managed by S&L Hospitality, a privately held hotel development and
management company with offices in Madison, Wisconsin and Dallas, Texas.
FOR MORE
INFORMATION:
Media Inquiries: Please contact Jennifer Beranek at 608.845.9990 or
jberanek@slhosp.com.
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