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Kalahari Resorts has chosen Round Rock as the location of its fourth family resort and convention center. The City views this proposal as a game-changer for our community. Its proximity to Old Settlers Park and Dell Diamond – two well-established venues that together draw more than a million visitors annually – bodes well for a successful, tourism-oriented development. This is essentially a new industry for Round Rock that will provide substantial property tax revenues and diversify available employment opportunities.

A family-owned business, Kalahari Resorts delivers a “world-away” waterpark resort and conference experience beyond expectations. The authentically African-themed Kalahari Resorts feature well-appointed guest rooms, full-service amenities, fully equipped fitness centers, on-site restaurants, unique retail shops and state-of-the-art conference centers.

Latest information: The City Council approved Aug. 24 2017, an architectural contract for the Convention Center.

A pair of open house meetings were held May 9 and May 18, 2017, to gather input on the Rezoning Process for the project. Here’s a summary of the meetings.

The City Council voted Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017, on the purchase of an additional 1.5 acres for the project. The City will purchase the property with funds provided by Kalahari, and the property will be added to the lease agreement between the City and Kalahari.

Kalahari intends to open the Round Rock resort no later than December 2021. The City Council approved a series of agreements with Kalahari at its Dec. 15, 2016, meeting. Developing the land use plan and zoning changes is expected to begin in spring 2016.

The City Council unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding on June 23, 2016.

Information on project pages will be updated as it becomes available. Questions and comments about the project can be emailed to: kalahari@roundrocktexas.gov 

Location

The development will be located on U.S. 79 across from the Dell Diamond and Old Settlers Park. The map below provides a view of the project location.

Timeline