Plan Bavarian Blast around the right pass, arrival time and family height mix
Bavarian Inn Water Park is officially Bavarian Blast Waterpark at Bavarian Inn Lodge in Frankenmuth. It is a year-round indoor waterpark and family fun destination with 16 waterslides, a large wave pool, a not-so-lazy river, toddler areas, dining, cabanas and both hotel-guest and day-pass access.
The biggest planning mistakes happen before anyone gets wet: buying the wrong access type, expecting hotel wristbands too early, trusting an unverified promo code, forgetting that watchers also need admission, or promising children slides they are not tall enough to ride.
Bavarian Inn Water Park: fast 2026 answer
Non-hotel guests can buy Bavarian Blast day passes when available, and Bavarian Inn also promotes half-day and season passes. Overnight guests receive waterpark wristbands for registered room guests up to the room’s maximum capacity. Standard hours are 10 AM–8 PM Sunday through Thursday and 10 AM–9 PM Friday and Saturday, subject to change.
First choose how you actually want to use the waterpark
Buy a day pass
Best when you live close enough to drive home and do not need a hotel room for naps, dry clothes or overnight access.
Compare half-day access
Useful for toddlers, grandparents or families combining waterpark time with downtown Frankenmuth shopping and dining.
Compare a lodge room
Registered overnight guests receive waterpark wristbands up to the room’s maximum capacity, which can change the value equation for larger families.
Check the season pass
Do the math against multiple day visits before buying; final season-pass pricing is displayed through Bavarian Inn’s live booking path.
Bavarian Inn Water Park day passes and ticket rules
The official day-pass page does not publish one permanent price that is safe to copy across every date. Use Bavarian Inn’s booking system for the actual date because pass type, season, availability and promotions can change the checkout total.
Full-day pass
Date-based price Use the live Bavarian Inn booking calendar. Only passes sold through Bavarian Inn Lodge are honored.Half-day pass
Available Useful when the waterpark is one part of a larger Frankenmuth day rather than the entire trip.Season pass
Live checkout Compare against the number of visits you realistically expect to make before choosing it.Babies age 2 & under
Free Children age 3 and older are normal-price admission under the current FAQ.Who needs a pass?
Swimmers
Every person entering the waterpark for swimming needs admission unless covered by the age-2-and-under rule.
Parents and grandparents watching
They still need admission. Bavarian Inn specifically says people entering the waterpark need a pass even if they are not getting in the water.
Children under 15
Current FAQ says children under age 15 must be accompanied by an adult while in the waterpark.
What day-pass guests need at check-in
Confirmation
Bring the printed or mobile confirmation email.
Government ID
Bring a valid driver’s license or other government-issued photo ID.
Purchase card
Bring the same credit card used for the waterpark purchase.
Liability waiver
A completed liability waiver is required for entry.
Bavarian Inn Lodge hotel guests: when waterpark access actually starts
Registered guests get wristbands
A waterpark wristband is included for each registered overnight guest up to the maximum capacity of the room, unless a group contract says otherwise.
Standard access starts at 4 PM
Do not book a room and arrive at 10 AM expecting automatic all-day swimming. Early waterpark admission may be purchased for an additional cost.
Extra bands are not automatic
Additional bands can sometimes be purchased through reservations, but Bavarian Inn also warns that additional passes may not be available on high-occupancy nights.
Bavarian Inn Waterpark hours: waterpark time is not the same as hotel time
Bavarian Inn Waterpark map, Frankenmuth address and arrival plan
Bavarian Inn Lodge
Address: One Covered Bridge Lane, Frankenmuth, MI 48734
Phone: 855-652-7200
Email: lodgeinfo@bavarianinn.com
Bavarian Blast height wristbands: measure children before buying around a specific slide
40″ examples
Bavarian Blitzer, Buttered Noodle, Pretzel Twist and Schnitzel Swirl currently show 40-inch minimums on the attraction page.
42″ thrill examples
Rapunzel’s Racers, Schnitz & Fritz Racers, Super Duper Dragon’s Flight and Willy’s Wild Ride currently show 42-inch minimums.
36″ younger-rider examples
Frog’s Leap, Goldie’s Glider, Kinder Blast, Schmetterling’s Landing and Sunny’s Slide are designed around smaller riders.
16 Bavarian Blast attractions worth locating before the family splits up
Bavarian Blitzer
Solo slide currently listed for riders 40 inches and taller.
Bavarian Springs
Indoor-outdoor family spa for a slower break from slides.
Buttered Noodle
Kid-sized winding solo slide with a 40-inch minimum.
Cuckoo’s Chaos
Interactive play structure with a giant tipping bucket.
Fest Platz
Activity pool with basketball and floating-play features.
Frog’s Leap
Gentler younger-rider slide for guests 36 inches and taller.
Goldie’s Glider
Kid-friendly slide designed for a gentler family ride.
Greta’s River Run
Bavarian Blast’s “not-so-lazy” take on a traditional lazy river.
Kinder Blast
Mellow light-enhanced slide for guests 36 inches and taller.
Pretzel Twist
Spinning and twisting solo slide for riders 40 inches and up.
Puddle Platz
Shallow play area designed around the waterpark’s smallest guests.
Rapunzel’s Racers
Side-by-side high-thrill racing attraction with a 42-inch minimum.
Schnitz & Fritz Racers
Dual mat-racing slide for riders 42 inches and taller.
Super Duper Dragon’s Flight
High-thrill raft-style attraction for qualified riders.
Willy’s Waves
Large wave pool that works for mixed-age family blocks.
Willy’s Wild Ride
Higher-thrill water slide currently listed for riders 42 inches and taller.
Bavarian Inn Water Park food: what you can bring and where you can eat
Chef Willy’s Café
Burgers, pizza and more substantial waterpark food when the family needs a real meal rather than a snack.
Fritz’s Frozen Fun
Smoothies, frozen treats, pretzels, snacks and refreshing drinks.
Spritz & Sips
Frozen and specialty drinks, beer and wine options for adults who have physical ID.
Bootlegger Bar
Michigan’s first swim-up bar, operating in an indoor-outdoor heated pool setting year-round.
Bavarian Inn Water Park promo codes, discount codes and real 2026 deals
No universal public Bavarian Blast promo code was verified during this September 2, 2026 update. That does not mean there are no savings—it means the useful savings are currently published as official rates, packages and membership offers rather than a generic coupon code anyone can safely reuse.
Summer Game Deal
20% off + $100 game card Current official offer requires a two-night standard-room stay and is valid Sunday–Thursday, subject to blackout dates and limited availability.Perks Club Member Discount
Through Dec. 18, 2026 Current official special-room rate for Perks Club members. The booking engine states a $15 membership charge applies if membership is not current.40th Anniversary Room Deal
Aug. 16–Sep. 9 Current select-date Perks Club offer. Treat it as temporary and refresh this section after September 9, 2026.Blast N’ Play
$49.99 Current package includes a drawstring bag, $25 game card, frisbee, water bottle, towel and two mini-golf passes.Family Waterpark Package
$499 Current package includes snacks, drinks and beach-day items plus $200 in game cards and eight mini-golf passes.Stay, Dine & Play
Package rate Current Sunday–Thursday package bundles a room with a family chicken dinner, mini-golf, arcade play and breakfast.Towels, lockers, cabanas and comfort upgrades
Bring towels if practical
Bavarian Inn strongly encourages guests to bring their own towels. Rental is available, but an unreturned towel can trigger a $25 charge.
Daily lockers
Small, medium and large lockers are available at daily rates. Budget one if you carry phones, medicine, wallets, keys or dry clothes.
Private cabanas
Cabanas offer seating for up to eight guests with capacity up to 12, plus amenities such as TV, mini fridge, safe, phone, fan and water.
Cabana admission is separate
Renting a cabana does not include Bavarian Blast admission. Day passes or eligible hotel wristbands are still required.
Calming sensory room
Bavarian Blast provides a quieter sensory room for guests who need a break from the noise and visual activity of the waterpark.
Accessibility features
Current FAQ lists ADA-related features including pool lifts, zero-depth entries, communication boards and staff assistance. Review the dedicated accessibility information for a specific need.
How to plan a Bavarian Inn Water Park day pass
Select the exact date in official booking
Do not base the trip on an old screenshot of a day-pass price. Availability and final pricing should come from Bavarian Inn’s live checkout system.
Choose full-day, half-day or overnight access
Compare the shorter pass with a full day, then compare both against a lodge room if your family needs breaks, nap time or multiple swimming blocks.
Count every person entering
Parents, grandparents and other non-swimmers still need admission. Babies age 2 and under are free; age 3 and older uses normal admission.
Complete the waiver and prepare documents
Bring the confirmation email, valid government photo ID and purchase credit card. The full party must check in together.
Measure children and check closures
Use the 36-, 40- and 42-inch thresholds to set expectations, then look at the official attraction page for maintenance notices before departure.
Pack towels and budget the extras
Bring towels when possible, decide whether you need a locker or cabana and include on-site food because outside food and beverages are not allowed.
Which Bavarian Blast plan fits your group?
Shorter blocks can work better
Puddle Platz and gentler slides make the park usable for small children, but the family may get better value from a half-day visit or hotel room with nap access than forcing a full uninterrupted day.
Prioritize 42-inch attractions early
Use Rapunzel’s Racers, Schnitz & Fritz Racers, Super Duper Dragon’s Flight and Willy’s Wild Ride early when those rides are operating and lines are manageable.
Remember watcher admission
A grandparent who enters only to supervise still needs a pass. Compare that extra admission cost before deciding whether the entire extended family should enter.
Waterpark is not only for little kids
The indoor-outdoor spa, swim-up Bootlegger Bar, higher-thrill slides and resort dining give adults meaningful options beyond standing beside a toddler pool.
Run the season-pass math
Compare expected visits with individual day-pass checkout totals instead of buying a season pass because the headline sounds cheaper.
Half-day can protect the rest of the trip
If your itinerary also includes downtown shopping, chicken dinner or another attraction, a shorter waterpark block can avoid turning the entire Frankenmuth visit into one indoor-pool day.
Official Bavarian Inn pages to check before paying
Bavarian Inn Water Park FAQs
Can you buy a Bavarian Inn Water Park day pass?
Yes. Bavarian Inn sells Bavarian Blast full-day passes for non-overnight guests and also promotes half-day passes. Availability and final pricing should be checked for your exact date. Current day-pass purchases are non-refundable.
How much are Bavarian Inn Water Park tickets?
There is no single static 2026 ticket price that is safe for every date. Bavarian Inn uses its live booking system for day passes, half-day passes, season passes and rooms. Check the selected date before comparing the pass with an overnight stay.
What are Bavarian Inn Waterpark hours?
Standard Bavarian Blast hours are Sunday through Thursday from 10 AM to 8 PM and Friday and Saturday from 10 AM to 9 PM. Hours and individual attraction openings can change, so verify the same day.
Where is Bavarian Inn Water Park in Frankenmuth?
Bavarian Blast is at Bavarian Inn Lodge, One Covered Bridge Lane, Frankenmuth, MI 48734. For reservations or access questions, call 855-652-7200.
Does Bavarian Inn Water Park have a map?
Yes. Bavarian Inn publishes an official Bavarian Blast map showing the internal waterpark layout. Use Bavarian Inn Lodge at One Covered Bridge Lane for GPS driving directions, and use the official waterpark map after arrival.
Is there a Bavarian Inn Water Park promo code?
No universal public 2026 Bavarian Blast promo code was verified during this update. Check Bavarian Inn’s official Packages & Specials page, Perks Club rates, seasonal web specials and blackout dates before trusting third-party coupon-code sites.
Where can I find a Bavarian Inn Water Park discount code?
Start with official Bavarian Inn offers instead of searching random codes. Some official web specials require Perks Club membership and specifically prohibit combining other discounts, coupons, gift cards or vouchers.
Can you bring food into Bavarian Inn Water Park?
No. Outside food and beverages are not allowed inside Bavarian Blast Waterpark. On-site options include Chef Willy’s Café, Fritz’s Frozen Fun, Spritz & Sips and the Bootlegger swim-up bar.
What Bavarian Inn Water Park deals are available in 2026?
Current official deal paths include hotel packages, Perks Club room rates and seasonal specials. As of September 2, the official page lists a Summer Game Deal with a two-night stay, 20% room discount and $100 Game Card, along with other member and package offers. Check the live offer page because dates and blackout rules change.
Do Bavarian Inn Lodge hotel guests get waterpark access?
Yes. Registered overnight guests receive Bavarian Blast wristbands up to the maximum room capacity unless a group contract states otherwise. Standard check-in-day waterpark access begins at 4 PM, with paid early-admission options sometimes available.