An Ozark Oasis

The Ozarker Lodge is bringing back summer camp with its vintage, midwestern aesthetic. 

By Maya Brenningmeyer

Photography courtesy of the Ozarker Lodge.

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Branson, Missouri

Opened in 2023, the Ozarker Lodge is bringing charming family lodging back to the Midwest. The lodge prides itself on being "the first true boutique hotel experience in Branson" with a property featuring 102 brand-new guest rooms, outdoor event spaces, unforgettable amenities and all the outdoor beauty the Ozarks has to offer.

Located in Branson, the Ozarker Lodge sits in the heart of one of the most centrally located destinations for families in the United States. For 25% of Americans, the Ozarker is less than a day's drive and provides easy access to popular attractions, shows and more located off Highway 76. As a reflection of its midwestern surroundings, the lodge is decorated with antique memorabilia and cabin-like fixtures that invoke the feeling of arriving at summer camp. Upon arrival, a vintage station wagon greets visitors, sitting in front of the lodge's dark gray exterior. This vintage-camp aesthetic carries into the lobby where comfortable seats sit around dark green fireplaces and board games are available for visitors to play.

Accommodations range from single, king and queen rooms to double queen rooms, and the Fall Creek and Ozarker suites. Each room harnesses "the energy and color palette of Branson” by pulling inspiration from the lodge’s surroundings. Modern wood furnishings accent the space and warm tones carry throughout the furniture and fabrics. The Fall Creek suite includes accommodations for four to five guests with king beds and sleeper sofas. The Ozarker suite includes a 483-square-foot master suite with a full kitchen - perfect for large celebrations or extended stays.

The experience doesn’t stop with the accommodations. The lodge’s lobby keeps things local in their Storeroom Lobby Bar. Guests can enjoy locally sourced coffees, breakfast foods, assortments of local craft brews, cocktails and more. Guests can also purchase s’mores kits to use at the outdoor fire pits around the property. With a brand-new pool, outdoor amenities, such as the Natural Creekside Family Playground, and the beautiful scenery of the Ozarks, the Ozarker Lodge is the perfect getaway.