Dora the Explorer, SpongeBob SquarePants, and all the other Nick characters mingle around the place, greeting guests, posing for pics, and spreading mischievous fun.

The property, designed with kids in mind, features two- and three-bedroom suites with separate living rooms and kitchen areas. The kids' quarters, which offer bunk or twin beds, are done up with images of cartoon characters on the wall. Plus, Nickelodeon Family Suites provides video game systems in the rooms--a major selling point for rug rats. Adult bedrooms come a bit more traditional, although by no means stuffy. And don't bother bringing anything but flip-flops, sunscreen, and your swimsuit--that is all you'll need.

left: Meet some of the most popular Nickelodeon characters at the Nicktoons Café.