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Surfari Joe's

3.0 of 5
8258 Arnt Blvd, 140 and I-94; exit 41, Watervliet, MI 49098 (Formerly Ramada Watervliet)
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Surfari Joe's
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Watervliet
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Check in is at 3 we were told are room would not be ready until 4-5.. really ? We had a suit and for the price of the room should allow 6 in the waterpark thats why we got a sweet had to pay 50. More dollrs for the waterpark...for the waterpark the hot tub really stinks never got hot... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

My family decided to stay over the weekend of April 6,2013 after hearing they were now Marriott , what a mistake,First over the phone I was told one price and at check in another.I booked 3 rooms as we had 2 other families joining us .they charged my CC at check in for the entire price of all 3 rooms,... More

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Watervliet
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

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Rochester, Michigan
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

I have stayed at this hotel a few times in the last year. Wow, what a transformation! Every time I go I love to see the changes the new ownership has made. I love the new look, everything is very crisp, clean and modern. I was able to meet the new General Manager and was very impressed. The front desk... More

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Edwardsburg, Michigan, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

We had 18 people there for my nieces 13th birthday party and we were all very pleased with the facilities. We were in rooms that all had been just remodeled and were very nice. I would suggest Safari Joe's to anyone for a nice little get away.

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South Bend, Indiana
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

I took my 7,12, and 15 year old children to this water park for an overnight getaway. The lobby was clean and the first impression was a good one. Our room was a "tropical" 52 degrees when we entered...which prepared us for the equally frigid pool. After freezing for an hour of swimming we took an hour break to eat... More

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Saint Joseph, Michigan
2 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2013

My family visited just the waterpark area, younger kids (ages 2-10) had an okay time. I saw safety issues, the lifeguards were not taking their job seriously. 1 lifeguard (young male high school age) did not make eye contact with his section for at least 5 min. He swung his whistle around, talked with an other lifeguard, and pretend to... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2013 via mobile

I took my daughter and a few of her friends here for her 7th birthday party. The room was disgusting, the bathtub looked like it hadn't been cleaned for a month. There was a spot near the tv where it looked like dried up vomit. Outside in the front there was trash everywhere! Also, the arcade and fitness room were... More

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Paw Paw, Michigan
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2012

My wife and I decided to take my daughter and her friend to the waterpark during Christmas break. we arrived shortly after they opened the doors to the water park, we bought 2 session passes, after a while I decided to go in the water and it is cold. My daughter begged me to go on the water slide with... More

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Additional Information about Surfari Joe's

Also Known As:
Surfari Joe`s Hotel Watervliet
Surfari Joe`s Hotel
Watervliet Ramada
Address: 8258 Arnt Blvd, 140 and I-94; exit 41, Watervliet, MI 49098 (Formerly Ramada Watervliet)
Region: United States > Michigan > Berrien County > Watervliet
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 2 hotels in Watervliet
Price range (per night): S$142 - 190
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Surfari Joe's Indoor Water Park and Hotel is a 96 Room and Suite Property with an attached Indoor Water Park. The trophy animals from the previous owner have been removed from the property and we no longer have an arcade. We have recently been purchased and are under new ownership. Starting in January 2012 we will be under renovations over the next 6- 8 months and rebranding to Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott. The hotel and Water Park will still remain open during renovations so please excuse our appearance. ... more   less 
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