THE CHALLENGE:

Zehnder’s Splash Village Hotel and Water Park is a popular tourist spot in the Bavarian village of Frankenmuth, Michigan. The resort offered a 20,000 square foot waterpark that drew thousands of tourists each year, but there was demand for a larger facility that could entertain older audiences.

THE SOLUTION:

Zehnder’s engaged OpenAire to enclose and additional 29,000 square feet of aquatic attractions, including a 70-foot high slide tower. “We are very excited about giving our guests double the fun at Splash Village,” said Zehnder’s Chairman and CEO Al Zehnder. “Nine years ago we opened Splash Village with a 20,000 square foot waterpark. The atrium waterpark is our new 29,000 square foot expansion that includes a retractable roof; an outdoor pool; two, six-story thrill rides; family cabanas and more.” Guests will be able to enjoy both waterpark areas; the 20,000 square foot original waterpark and the new atrium waterpark, connected by a short walk through Splash Village. The hotel was also expanded to accommodate even more guests at the year-round waterpark.

Zehnder’s Splash Village Hotel and Waterpark is now the only waterpark in Michigan to feature a retractable roof. The maintenance-free, aluminum-framed enclosure with retractable roof allows guests to enjoy an outdoor experience in the sunshine when the weather is warm, while still taking advantage of the waterslides and pools during the cold northern winters.