Osage Beach
Tan-Tar-A Resort, Golf Club, Marina & Indoor Waterpark
Travelzoo Staff
Why We Love It
- Sits on the shores of Lake of the Ozarks, one of the world's largest man-made lakes
- Guests can rent boats at the marina, splash at the water park, go horseback riding, play mini golf or go bowling, all on site
- The recently refreshed 700 resort rooms and suites include extras like kitchenettes and balconies
- 27 holes of golf unfold over hundreds of acres of lush Ozark hills and forests
Rooms & Rates
Overview
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
Policies
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- 1-877-966-0000 U.S. and Canada (toll-free)
- +44 (0) 20 3564 9000 U.K. and Europe
- Email Us
Customer Service available Mon-Sun, 9am-12 midnight ET
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.
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(60 Member Ratings)
(60 Member Ratings)
Enjoyed Most
Wave runners
Other Comments
No elevators and lots - LOTS - of steps!
Michelle
Jul 08, 2018
Olathe, 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.
Isadore
Jun 09, 2018
O'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.
marc
Jun 08, 2018
Marion, 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.
neil
May 19, 2018
Algonquin, IL, USA
Other Comments
Run down, poor service
Robert
May 11, 2018
Evansville, IN, USA
Enjoyed Most
The peace and quiet.
Other Comments
Everyone at the resort was really nice.
Tishaura
Apr 28, 2018
St. Louis, MO, USA
Enjoyed Most
Accomodations and activities
Other Comments
had some issues with the boat we rented from the marina. had to go back after we took off because gas gauge only showed 1/4 tank. They said it was broke when we got back and then they worked on the radio because it wasn't working either and never could get it to work. After we rode around for about 30 minutes it died and we had to call them to tow us in. They gave us a pontoon to use and that worked out good, but then they overcharged us from what they said with all the trouble we had. My husband had to go the next morning before we left to get it corrected.
Dawn
Sep 05, 2017
Hillsboro, MO, USA
Enjoyed Most
We loved how much there was to offer on the property!
Andy
Aug 28, 2017
Woodstock, IL, USA
Enjoyed Most
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Jerry
Sep 25, 2017
Ballwin, MO, USA
Enjoyed Most
Being right on the water.
Other Comments
There were no elevators in the lodge that we stayed in with a lot of stairs. This wouldn't be good for older people or those with any kind of mobility problem.
Diane
Sep 25, 2017
Bloomington, IL, USA
