Treasure Cove Water Park: rules, access and tips
Treasure Cove Water Park at Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa is a pirate-themed, on-property water park with paid admission for registered guests only. Expect dual 30-foot slides, a wave pool, Castaway Creek lazy river, splash pad and Rikki Tikki Tiki Bar; follow swim-safety, dress and prohibited-item rules and buy wristbands at the resort.
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Overview and access
Treasure Cove Water Park is the resort’s pirate-themed water amenity and is available only to guests registered at Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa; admission is a separate paid add-on, not included with standard room rates. The water park’s published hours are Monday–Sunday 11:00 AM–6:00 PM, although hours are weather-dependent and subject to change.
To use Treasure Cove you must be a registered on-property guest and purchase an admission wristband at the resort. The park is reserved for resort guests — guests or owners staying at other Westgate properties are not permitted to enter Treasure Cove unless the resort explicitly authorizes it for that stay.
- Admission: separate paid wristband for registered Westgate Lakes guests only
- Hours (subject to change): Monday–Sunday 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Ticket purchase: buy wristbands at the resort guest services or water-park entrance
| What | Fact |
|---|---|
| Who can enter | Registered Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa guests only |
| Admission included? | No — separate paid admission required |
| Typical hours | 11:00 AM–6:00 PM (weather-dependent) |
Safety, swim rules and life vests
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times while in Treasure Cove; that is a stated park rule and enforced for safety. Weak or non-swimmers are advised to wear a U.S. Coast Guard–approved life vest; the park provides life vests upon request.
Height requirements apply for certain attractions and lifeguard directions must be followed. Running, horseplay, diving and similar unsafe behavior are prohibited; the park also bans sharp objects and spitting in the water.
- Children must be supervised by an adult at all times
- USCG-approved life vests available on request — recommended for weak/non-swimmers
- Follow lifeguard instructions; no running, horseplay or diving
- Some rides have height requirements — check signage at each attraction
| Safety item | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Life vests | Available on request; recommended for weak swimmers |
| Supervision | Children must be accompanied by an adult |
| Lifeguards | On duty; follow their directions |
Swimwear, diapers and prohibited items
The water park enforces a swimwear policy: appropriate swimwear is required. Cut-off jeans, thongs, or suits with buckles or rivets are not permitted on slides or in certain pool areas.
Children who are not potty trained (age 3 and under) must wear swim diapers. The park forbids coolers, outside food and beverages, chairs and personal floats; bring only approved items or purchase food and drinks inside (for example at Buccaneer Galley Snack Bar or Rikki Tikki).
- Required: appropriate swimwear
- Not allowed: cut-off jeans, thongs, suits with buckles/rivets
- Children not potty trained must wear swim diapers
- Prohibited items: coolers, outside food/beverage, chairs, personal floats
| Item | Policy |
|---|---|
| Swim diapers | Required for non–potty-trained children (age 3 and under) |
| Outside food/coolers | Not permitted |
| Personal floats/chairs | Not permitted |
What’s at Treasure Cove: attractions and food
Treasure Cove includes dual 30-foot waterslides, a wave pool, the Castaway Creek lazy river, a splash pad and pirate-themed play features for children. Rikki Tikki Tiki Bar and Buccaneer Galley Snack Bar provide poolside drinks and quick meals inside the water-park footprint.
If you want a relaxed float, Castaway Creek is the lazy river; there are also dedicated kids’ play elements such as water cannons and a dumping bucket. For dining options elsewhere on the resort, see Drafts Sports Bar & Grill, Sid’s Bistro, Marketplace & Deli and Cordovano Joe’s Pizza.
- Dual 30-foot waterslides
- Wave pool
- Castaway Creek lazy river
- Pirate play deck and splash pad
- Rikki Tikki Tiki Bar and Buccaneer Galley Snack Bar
| Attraction | Notes |
|---|---|
| Waterslides | Dual 30-foot slides |
| Lazy river | Castaway Creek — inner tubes available on-site |
| Kids play area | Splash pad, water cannons and dumping bucket |
Tips for visitors — timing, tickets and gear
Buy admission wristbands early in your stay to avoid sold-out periods; the water park has limited capacity and is for registered guests only. Plan visits midweek or earlier/later in the day during the park hours if you prefer fewer crowds, but check with resort staff for same-day hour changes due to weather.
Bring sunscreen, rash guards if you prefer extra sun protection, and a small bag for personal items allowed by the park. If you need towels or inner tubes, verify with guest services whether the resort supplies them or if there is a rental fee.
- Purchase wristbands at resort guest services or at Treasure Cove entrance
- Bring sunscreen and sun-protective clothing (rash guards)
- Confirm availability of life vests, inner tubes, towels or rentals with guest services
- Check weather and park-hours updates the morning of your visit
| Before you go | Checklist |
|---|---|
| Tickets | Buy wristbands early — on-property guests only |
| Sun protection | Sunscreen, hat, rash guard |
| Safety gear | Ask about life vests and inner-tube availability |
How the water park fits your stay and room choices
Treasure Cove is an amenity reserved for Westgate Lakes registered guests; it is not included in room rates and requires a separate fee. When planning a stay in any room type — for example Room (Resort Select), Room, 1 Bedroom, Deluxe Villa, 1 Bedroom, Studio (Villa), Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Villa, 3 Bedrooms or Villa, 4 Bedrooms — factor in the water-park admission cost for family budgeting.
If you anticipate multiple visits, check with the resort about multi-day wristband pricing or package options at check-in. For families staying in multi-bedroom units (Villa, 3 Bedrooms or Villa, 4 Bedrooms), coordinating arrival at Treasure Cove early in the park day can make it easier to secure lounge space and supervise children across the play areas.
- Admission is charged per person and separate from room rate
- Consider multi-day wristbands if you plan repeated visits — ask guest services
- Room examples: Room (Resort Select); Room, 1 Bedroom; Deluxe Villa, 1 Bedroom; Studio (Villa); Villa, 2 Bedrooms; Villa, 3 Bedrooms; Villa, 4 Bedrooms
| Room tier examples | Why it matters for water-park visits |
|---|---|
| Room (Resort Select) / Room, 1 Bedroom | Smaller parties may buy fewer wristbands |
| Villa, 3 Bedrooms / Villa, 4 Bedrooms | Suited to larger families — plan wristbands accordingly |
| Deluxe Villa, 1 Bedroom / Studio (Villa) | Good for couples or small families |
