The Great Wolf Lodge Indoor Water Park Resort in Niagara Falls is the crown jewel of the Ripley’s chain of attractions. In 2008 the Great Wolf Lodge was recognized as Canada’s #1 best new hotel by Tourism Industry Association of Canada and was awarded #1 in “Best for Families – Canada” in the category of Best Inns and B&B’s by TripAdvisor in their 2009 Travelers’ Choice Awards. With 406 suites and a 103,000 square foot indoor water park featuring 13 slides, 4 pools, 3 whirlpools, a gigantic wave pool, a lazy river ride and a four-story tall interactive water fort playground, the park’s 2.5 million litres (660,430 gallons) of heated water stays at a comfortable 29° C (84° F) year-round.