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Rendering of the OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark
The Chickasaw Nation and OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark, Oklahoma City’s newest tourist attraction, today announced it is now accepting room reservations for stays beginning April 1, 2025. The $400 million resort and waterpark will be a world-class destination featuring 404 guest rooms and suites, vibrant culinary concepts and retail shops, a family entertainment center, an expansive indoor waterpark, and a 4.5-acre outdoor adventure lagoon.
“OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark has been designed to complement First Americans Museum’s focus on culture as well as to connect visitors to other entertainment experiences along this established and vibrant part of the Oklahoma River,” said Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby. “It is our vision that the OKANA Resort and the Horizons District will become a destination and a hub for visitors from not only our region, but across North America and around the world.”
In celebration of OKANA’s reservations now open, the resort also launched its “First Wave” booking promotion offering an exclusive number of specialty rates of up to 55% off each day from the beginning of April through the end of August. The promotion ends October 31, 2024, for guests hoping to make a splash in 2025.
Splish, Splash, Slide
OKANA welcomes guests to dive into thrilling water adventures with indoor and outdoor water attractions. Ideal for year-round fun, the 100,000-square-foot indoor waterpark will be the largest in the region, and feature activities for all ages such as a wave pool, lazy river, luxury cabanas, adult-only pool, and kiddie pool, as well as 15 water slides including body slides, tube slides, raft slides, and kiddie slides.
OKANA’s outdoor adventure lagoon will be a hub for both excitement and relaxation for those looking to spend some time in the sun. The 4.5-acre venue will provide a lineup of exciting activities including plunge pool body slides, an inflatable obstacle course, an adult-only swim-up bar and tanning pool, and the “fly” pool, where guests will zip, jump, and slide into the water. The lagoon will also provide ample time for tranquility with luxury cabanas and a pristine sand beach lined with lounge chairs.
Activities and Attractions
Beyond the water attractions, OKANA will feature dozens of entertainment options throughout the entire property, including the 20,000-square-foot family entertainment center with interactive arcade games, three outdoor event spaces that can host 1,500 to 3,000 attendees, various retail shops, and Exhibit C Gallery. The multi-use gallery space will feature seven rental art studios for native artists to
showcase their work in collaboration with First American Museum. OKANA’s day spa will leave guests feeling rejuvenated with seven treatment rooms, manicure and pedicure stations, a specialty product line, a tranquil relaxation area, and men’s and women’s locker rooms complete with saunas.
Guestrooms and Suites
OKANA’s guest rooms and suites provide a welcoming retreat, featuring modern, sophisticated design and incorporating thoughtful touches of Native American artistic expression. With ten distinct room and suite types available, OKANA will offer spacious accommodations for groups of all sizes, ranging from 420 to 720 square feet, making the resort an ideal basecamp for couples, friends, and families.
Available in king and double queen options, the rooms boast plush furnishings, 65-inch ultra-high-definition televisions, and breathtaking views of the Oklahoma River, adventure lagoon, and city skyline. Families will appreciate a variety of suite options, such as the Bunk Balcony Suite with two queen beds and a bunk bed for the little ones in tow, or the Family River Suite with two queen beds and one king bed with semi-private sleeping areas for added comfort.
Food and Beverage
OKANA invites resort guests and Oklahoma City residents to explore various culinary experiences through 12 unique dining and beverage outlets. Choose from a variety of venues including a stylish gastropub complete with an elevated, yet friendly menu of meat, seafood, and locally sourced produce; a modern taqueria boasting a playful approach to traditional Mexican food complemented by an impressive library of tequilas and vibrant design; and a smokehouse where tradition meets modern refinement with BBQ-styled dishes, premium selection of bourbon and whiskey, as well as various media outlets such as high definition golf simulators for a dining experience appealing to all senses. Additionally, OKANA’s waterpark concessions offer an eclectic collection of food and beverage options all in one setting, from a burger bar to Asian street food to Hawaiian shaved ice.
Destination Experiences
Located in the dynamic new Horizons District, OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark is set along the scenic Oklahoma River, and minutes from downtown Oklahoma City. OKANA will offer adventure, discovery, and entertainment, creating memorable experiences and moments. Located next to First Americans Museum and deeply connected to the Chickasaw Nation, OKANA will also celebrate the heritage of the land’s Indigenous people through curated art found throughout the property.
“It has been an honor to be a part of this journey of bringing OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark to Oklahoma City,” shared Managing Director Ken Leone. “From exhilarating water adventures to world-class dining and entertainment, OKANA is set to become a premier destination for families and travelers. We’re proud to invite guests to book their stay and build the excitement for spring 2025.”
For more information on OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark, or to book online for stays beginning April 1, 2025, visit okanaresort.com.
