Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks
Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks is a resort hotel on the shores of Lake of the Ozarks in Osage Beach, Missouri, sprawling across 420 acres with over 600 rooms in multiple connected buildings. The property features two outdoor pools, an indoor pool area with the Jolly Mon waterpark, a golf course called The Oaks, pickleball and basketball courts, plus several restaurants and bars.
The property was previously known as Tan-Tar-A Resort before being renamed Margaritaville Lake Resort in 2019, reflecting the growing popularity of Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville brand. The lake itself was created decades ago by damming a river and has long served as a center for water sports and vacation activities in the region.
The resort's name comes from Jimmy Buffett, an American musician whose song "Margaritaville" inspired the relaxed tropical feel of the place. The decoration and layout reflect this influence, with flip-flop statues, palm tree designs, and casual artwork that immediately puts visitors in a vacation mindset.
The resort offers a free shuttle service that helps visitors navigate the large property easily, and free WiFi is available everywhere on the grounds. The Port of Indecision Marina offers boat rentals including paddleboats and motorboats, and visitors can dock free boats or reserve activities like horseback riding with the front desk.
The resort features the Jolly Mon waterpark with slides, a lazy river, and a large tipping bucket that spills water over visitors, offering an unexpected and entertaining twist on a traditional resort pool. This paid-access attraction sits apart from the main pools and creates a playful element that draws families.
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