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Bridges Bay Resort

3.5 star property
Family-friendly resort with a water park and a 24-hour fitness center

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Waterslide
Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Lunch and dinner served, alfresco dining
Exterior
Bridges Bay Resort, on the lakeshore, offers relaxation and adventure. Enjoy the spa tub, zip line, or three pools, including an indoor one with lazy river and waterslide. Dine al fresco at Bracco Waterfront Grill, and families will love the playground facilities.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool

Room options

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Flat-screen TV

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Flat-screen TV

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed (Lakefront)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Bedrooms (Lakefront, Larger)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

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In-room dining

Condo, 1 Bedroom (Lakefront)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Condo, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Bedrooms (Lakefront)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
630 Linden Drive, Arnolds Park, IA, 51331

What's nearby

  • 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • West Okoboji Lake - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • East Okoboji Lake - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Arnolds Park - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Okoboji Summer Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ritz - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Miles Inn Boji Bay - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Okoboji Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Captain's Getaway - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Bridges Bay Resort

Family-friendly resort near West Okoboji Lake
A swim-up bar, a poolside bar, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Bridges Bay Resort. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, Bracco Waterfront Grill, offers lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like ziplining. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and an arcade/game room.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with a lazy river, a waterslide, and sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A water park (surcharge), a vending machine, and barbecue grills
  • ATM/banking services, luggage storage, and an elevator
Room features
All 144 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Microwaves, highchairs, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bracco Waterfront Grill

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Water park
  • Waterslide
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water park (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Please note that during the off season guests can access the water park Friday at 4 PM through Sunday at 5 PM. The park is closed Monday through Thursday in the off season.
Each room includes 2 waterpark/pool passes valid for the entire stay (during waterpark hours). Additional passes are available for a fee.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May 28 to September 02
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Bay Bridges Resort
Bridges Bay
Bridges Bay Arnolds Park
Bridges Bay Resort
Bridges Bay Resort Arnolds Park
Bridges Bay Resort Resort
Bridges Bay Resort Arnolds Park
Bridges Bay Resort Resort Arnolds Park

Frequently asked questions

Does Bridges Bay Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool.

Is Bridges Bay Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, this resort allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Bridges Bay Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bridges Bay Resort?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Bridges Bay Resort?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Bridges Bay Resort located?

This family-friendly Arnolds Park resort is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of East Okoboji Lake and West Okoboji Lake. 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji and Iowa Great Lakes Maritime Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Bridges Bay Resort Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

7.6

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 225 out of 632 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 632 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 632 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 632 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 632 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keaton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in process, great room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean but pet friendly so I had to listen to a dog barking next door at times. Otherwise a good stay. Nice fitness center.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Staff & service
Dining is great. Pool area needs a facelift.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I don’t understand why there was no housekeeping daily. No fresh towels. No microwave in the room. No phone in the room in case of emergency. The view was nice. The staff was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

LENIA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property si wonderfull
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No breakfast, noisy kids
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Foods a little speedy great drinks n lovely rooms nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mitch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Chasity

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was nice and cleanish was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant attached, lake views, free parking and free upgrade
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bridges Bay

Staff was very friendly, helpful and courteous. The rooms were lovely and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My happy place

The service was great and I was easily able to get the lake view I was wanting! Beautiful view and hotel! Would recommend and plan to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice room
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The A C was really close to the bed we just set a towel over the end by our heads and the cooling went on our feet. Very nice want to stay longer next time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quick trip

Second time staying here with family. Overall not a bad stay. Room was somewhat clean (some trash left in bunk bed and a little mildew in bathroom on floor near tub). Staff overall was nice. Pool area was decent and maintained. Facilities overall seem to be kept up. Good for family with kids bc of pool area and game room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Jake

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant connected was great and easy to access. The check in time was right when the water park closed and i thought that was ridiculous for it being 5pm.... Room smelled strange and bed and shower were not impressive whatsoever. Not the getaway i had in mind.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was amazing! The kids really enjoyed the waterpark but were a little disappointed that the slides were closed most of Saturday and all day Sunday for lifeguard training. Completely understand this is something that staff needs but kids don’t always understand that.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Jayson

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was just ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not very clean. However, great staff and amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
two bedroom suite was very small with no living area or balcony, and only one chair to share amongst 5 travelers. no towel service even though we set out our dirty ones before 9am. no breakfast. water park was amazing. fun arcade. excellent restaurants on site. walkable to anywhere in Okoboji.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Disliked: Staff & service
We had to park a mile away. We stayed 3 nights in a 6 person hotel room. Only had 3 towels, hair in shower and bed, hand towels stained, no one came to collect trash, no replacement or additional towels. $632 for 3 nights, lots of hotel cleaning and resort fees. Was not happy with our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Tammie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Hotel was average. I dont think it deserves the bad ratings i read. Many things shut down duebto staffing shortages. Life gards at pool were not paying attention to the swimmers.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

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