Chula Vista Resort

The name itself, Chula Vista, meaning “beautiful views,” will capture the nature lover’s interest.  So sit back and enjoy as you discover all the great features the Chula Vista Resort has to offer including top notch restaurants, 200,000 square feet of water parks, a beautiful 18 hole golf course and much more. Before I forget, take time to walk in back of the resort along their private river walk…it is breath taking! Bring your binoculars because you never know when a bald eagle will soar in the sky above.  These are just some of the reasons we return year after year!  

The Chula Vista Resort check in was efficient and the receptionists were very helpful and friendly.  We booked an all-inclusive deal and what a deal it was!  The price of the room included our meals, drinks, and water park entrance.

And of course, you can rent or purchase a studio, loft, 1, 2, or 3-bedroom condo at the resort or a golf villa just across the road at Coldwater Canyon and receive all the amenities.  

Time to Dine

The Howler’s Sports Bar was a great choice for us.  We could choose to sit at the bar, at tables, or on the oversized plush furniture.  They specialize in appetizers and sandwiches.  We ordered a Nacho appetizer and it could have fed a family!  It was fun and delicious. And, the new Margaritas Mexican Grill and Cantina is a real hit in the summer with the wave pool adjacent to it! This grill is located outside, in back of the Chula condo’s and offers a wide variety of Mexican and American foods.

Chula also offers summer eating at the outdoor Cactus Bar and Grille, located just 120,000 feet from the water park.  Paradise Bay and Desert Oasis, offer poolside eating and they have fantastic ice cream specialties.  

New for dining at Chula Vista Resort is the Kaminski Brothers Chop House.  “It’s a restaurant designed for the sublime pleasures of hand cut dry aged beef, well chosen wines and extraordinary service”.  It is located on the top floor overlooking the Wisconsin River.    

While we have not yet eaten here, we did take a tour when no one was looking.  We found it to be simply elegant.  The colors and textures were warm and inviting.  It was a great mix of low amber lighting, large leather booths, and the oak paneling had inlays and a mix of textures, colors and finishes.  They also added a great touch of Wisconsin Dells history showing several prints of original H. H. Bennett photos from the earlier days in the Dells.  The bar also overlooked the river, had leather booths, and very nicely padded bar stools.   

They had a complete menu and a huge selection of domestic and imported wines.  The menu prices match the intentions of the ambiance, the food and service they intend to provide.   

Don’t miss the: Fly’n Mayan Water Coaster, Mount Montezuma Rainforest & Tipping Bucket

We rode every waterslide they have and they were all very good rides.  They have rides for every age group so you can bring the entire family.  We really enjoyed the Fly’n Mayan and rode it several times.  Hang on tight and keep your head and back against the rear support right from the take off.  The ride starts fast, goes fast, and ends fast.  It’s fast!   

Adjacent to the indoor water park is a huge Pesos O’Plenty Arcade.  The arcade includes several game opportunities which can reward you with prizes.  Food and drink are available for all at Sangria Maria‘s Tiki Bar, and Crash Landings Bar & Grill.  

Or if you feel like relaxing and enjoying a nice summer day, the outdoor water park has hundreds of lounge chairs waiting for you. Take a break from the water and you’ll find Superstition Springs Mini Golf a fun activity for the entire family! You will also find an outdoor mini river, activity pool, volleyball and basketball courts.  The Cactus Bar and Grill and the poolside Desert Oasis are also there for snacks, sandwiches, and drinks.  They also have private cabana’s for rent to get a break from the sun!  

Chula Vista Resort has over 50 years of experience in event planning. They offer numerous facilities, meeting rooms, and banquet or wedding areas.   The resort added many new meeting room features including two main event areas that can serve as a main ballroom.  New to Chula’s grounds is the Sport’s Complex. What a sight to see…a gigantic bubble!  Call 800-388-4782 with your event needs!

The Spa Del Sol, is located around the corner and is a full scale massage and rejuvenation spa. They offer massages of all kinds, nail service, pedicures, manicures, facials, kid and mothers to be menus for spa treatments!  Next trip we will take in a hot stone massage. We saw several couples waiting for their “couples massage and champagne”, how fun!  

Just up the hall from the indoor Spa del Sol, is the Toy’s and Treats store for children or the child at heart! They have a little of everything here including stuffed animals, kids toys and clothes, water shoes, and some Chula Vista Resort clothing items, something for everyone at this shop.  

The exercise room, #4011 is available with a nice variety of treadmills and steppers. This room is for adults and children under 16 must have an adult present. The view from the room is unique as you look out at the Hot Springs Jacuzzi.  There are also televisions available for taking in a show while you workout.  

From Interstate Hwy 90-94, take exit #87 at and head toward downtown Wisconsin Dells. After you cross the Wisconsin River bridge, the first stop light is River Road. Turn left onto River Road. At the "Y" in the road, stay left. Chula Vista Wisconsin Dells is 3 miles north on River Road.

Map Location

Check in is listed as 4 pm. or as rooms becomes available. However, we try to arrive early and use the water park until the room is ready. Checkout is 10:30 am, but you can use the water park until later in the day.