The Ozarker

Location: Branson, Missouri
Investment: JV
Build type: Renovation
Acquisition Date: 2022

Description:  The Ozarker Lodge  brings a fresh boutique hotel experience to the heart of the Ozarks, offering 102 guest rooms, which include unique bunk-style accommodations for families and group travelers. Guests can enjoy a variety of amenities, including a heated outdoor pool, fire pits, creekside cedar soaking tubs, and a rotating selection of local food trucks. The Storeroom coffee and wine bar features local products and serves as both a dining spot and a retail shop, reflecting the Ozarker’s strong ties to the region’s culture and artisanship. The renovation transformed a 1950s roadside inn into a modern, nostalgic retreat that blends mid-century design with contemporary comforts. The upgrades included creating an open, social lobby area with a floating fireplace and communal pantry. Earthy tones and natural materials throughout the hotel capture the spirit of the Ozarks, offering a sense of place unique to Branson. The redesign has positioned the Ozarker Lodge as a trailblazer in the Midwest’s boutique hotel market, redefining Branson as a destination for both adventure-seeking families and design-conscious travelers.