Along its 1150 miles of shoreline, the massive Lake of the Ozarks offers an encyclopedic amount of adventure. It's not just a great destination for water sports -- though you've got billions of gallons to contend with. The region also hosts golfers, hikers and boaters galore. With 27 holes of golf, an on-site marina and water park and 420 acres of forest, the Tan-Tar-A resort has plenty for everyone to do.
The resort sits right on the banks of the lake, and its marina rents out water skis, paddleboats, pontoons and WaveRunners. The lake itself -- recently named America's best recreational lake by USA Today's 10Best -- wanders hundreds of miles through the hilly Ozarks and makes up a large portion of Missouri's largest state park, located just 20 minutes from the resort.
There's also an on-site indoor water park with a lazy river and waterslides open all seasons (weekends only September-May; additional admisson required) and kids will also love the on-site bowling alley and arcade. Elsewhere, the resort has 27 holes of golf: a nine-hole course aimed at beginners and a top-rated 18-hole championship challenger.
In 2014, the resort renovated the lobby, importing 30 tons of locally quarried stone to create the crackling fireplace, and revamped the lobby lounge, which serves coffee and pastries in the glow of big screens showing the game. One of the resort's eight dining options resembles a hunting lodge, while another overlooks the marina. Rooms are simple and clean in earth tones, and some offer views of the lake.
From the press:
"An amenities-rich wilderness retreat [that] spreads over 400 acres on the banks of the Lake of the Ozarks" -- Atlanta Journal-Constitution
"The Oaks golf course at Tan-Tar-A Resort [is a] Lake of the Ozarks classic" -- TravelGolf.com
Amenities
General
Infant cots / cribs
Bar
Kids' club
Newspaper / magazines
Games room
Golf course (on-site)
Gym / fitness center
Hot Tub / Jacuzzi
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Tennis courts
Nightlife / entertainment
No pets allowed
Spa
Extra beds (fees apply)
Services
24-hour front desk
24-hour security
Beauty treatments / massages (fees apply)
Currency exchange / ATM
Hair salon (fees apply)
Laundry / dry cleaning
Safe in reception (fees apply)
Business center
Room amenities
Air-conditioning
Coffee / tea-making facilities
Fridge
Kitchenette in some rooms
Flatscreen TV
Internet
Complimentary Internet access
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
Bathroom
Hair-dryer
Parking
Complimentary parking
Accessibility
Accessible bathroom in some rooms
Accessible meeting room
Accessible parking
Accessible path of travel
Accessible pool area
Accessible restaurant
Accessible spa
ADA compliant rooms
Facilities for guests with special needs
Roll-in shower
Wheelchair accessible
Policies
Check-in: Standard Time is 4pm.
Minimum age required to check in: 21.
Checkout: Standard Time is 11am.
Children and additional guests: Extra bedding available upon request: US$10 plus tax, per night. Crib/Pack 'n Play available upon request: free of charge.
Children welcome. Charges will be applied at hotel.
Pets: No pets allowed.
Fees: A resort/facility fee of US$10 plus tax, per night will be added to the total price of your stay upon check out.
It includes unlimited in-room access to high-speed Internet service; USA Today newspaper, available in the Main Lobby; coffee service in guest room; refrigerator in guest room; local and “1-800” telephone calls; incoming guest faxes; shuttle service throughout the resort and estates complexes; shuttle service to and from the Oaks and Hidden Lakes golf courses; use of swimming pools, including Tradewinds Deck Pool, Arrowhead Deck Pool Complex, the indoor pool; use of fitness center; use of outdoor tennis courts; use of boat launch and boat trailer parking.
Cancellation: Cancellation policy & booking conditions vary by 'rate plan'. These will be displayed on the payment page after you have searched for your dates and selected a rate.
Additional details: Most of activities are seasonal and are open Memorial Day - Labor Day. Outside of our prime season, we suggest the guest calls us to find out the availability of the activity they are interested in.
Various buildings are under renovations with a completion date of Memorial Day weekend. The Black Bear Lodge will re-open as The Boathouse mid-April. Windrose Marker 26 will reopen in May.
Rates may vary by date, are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until your purchase is complete.
The room rates listed are for double occupancy per room unless otherwise stated and exclude tax recovery charges and service fees.
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*Unless otherwise stated, Travelzoo-exclusive extras are valid once per stay (based on two adults sharing). Value is an estimate based on double occupancy. Extras are only included with Member Rates and may not be available on all dates. Extras are non-transferable and have no cash value. Total value may vary depending on time of booking and availability. When included, breakfast may be limited to 2 guests per stay subject to hotel’s discretion. Other restrictions may apply; see our T&Cs for details.
Please note: Some amenities and services may not be available in all rooms or may incur an additional charge. All prices stated have been verified at the time of publication and may vary at the discretion of the hotel.
Ratings & reviews reflect verified member feedback for Tan-Tar-A Resort, Osage Beach (MO) (Driftwood Hospitality Management, LLC) over the past 15 months.
Ratings & reviews reflect verified member feedback for Tan-Tar-A Resort, Osage Beach (MO) (Driftwood Hospitality Management, LLC) over the past 15 months.
The beds were huge and comfortable. The bathroom upgrades are better than they have been in the past.
Other Comments
The first room we were put in had a gap at the top of the door that was about an inch and a half. The second room we were moved to was better. There were flies in the room which was weird. There was also no full length mirror in the room.
JulieAug 01, 2018Columbia, MO, USA
Enjoyed Most
Wave runners
Other Comments
No elevators and lots - LOTS - of steps!
MichelleJul 08, 2018Olathe, KS, USA
Enjoyed Most
Loved the huge room, lakeview, & king beds!
Other Comments
My wife enjoyed a sea bass dinner at the Windrose, but threw up shortly after returning to the room.
IsadoreJun 09, 2018O'Fallon, IL, USA
Other Comments
The resort is showing its age. Changing to a Margheritaville. Hopefully the property gets renovated. Jet ski rental was $90 per hr, boat rental would be more applicable for a group.
marcJun 08, 2018Marion, IA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Service at resturant was good bar personell were great and hosekeeping was outstanding.
Other Comments
Lousy one cup coffee maker which scolded my hand! Guest service people were surley and appeared to be put out when asked for help. Marina ental was a dissapointment. Need an attorney to go over contract and why would you charge double for a late return? Also boat was a gas guzzler I spent $ 76.00 in fuel for 90 minutes of operation.