It had originally opened in 2008 as Key Lime Cove and was listed as the "Official Resort of Six Flags Great America".

It was announced that it would be owned by Great Wolf Lodge and would have extensive renovations throughout the hotel.

The renovated hotel opened on July 1, 2018,[5] featuring a forest and wolf theme.

The exterior was painted a brown and peach color and the MagiQuest game was incorporated throughout the park.

In April 2020, the hotel closed down during the COVID-19 pandemic to quarantine navy recruits.