Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Osage Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Osage Beach

With a population of 4,351, Osage Beach is a must-see destination in Missouri, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Osage Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Osage Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, J. Bruner's (5166 Osage Beach Parkway) and Michael's Steak Chalet (1440 Swiss Village Road) are great picks.

When to visit Osage Beach

Osage Beach in November
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Osage Beach in November
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Osage Beach

Plane

Although Osage Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Fort Leonard Wood Waynesville Regional (TBN), which is located 39 miles from Osage Beach. Fort Leonard Wood Waynesville Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Iberia and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Osage Beach departs from New York and takes around 19h 26m.

Car

Another option to get to Osage Beach is to pick up a car rental from St. Louis, which is about 137 miles from Osage Beach. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in St. Louis.

Plane

Although Osage Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Fort Leonard Wood Waynesville Regional (TBN), which is located 39 miles from Osage Beach. Fort Leonard Wood Waynesville Regional is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Iberia and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Osage Beach departs from New York and takes around 19h 26m.

Car

Another option to get to Osage Beach is to pick up a car rental from St. Louis, which is about 137 miles from Osage Beach. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in St. Louis.

Airports near Osage Beach

TBNFort Leonard Wood Waynesville Regional
SGFSpringfield-Branson
COUColumbia Regional

Airlines serving Osage Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,059 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,870 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,943 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,710 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,709 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,224 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,351 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,993 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,068 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,700 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,418 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (835 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,179 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (643 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,831 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (475 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (734 reviews)
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Where to stay in Osage Beach

Average rates range from around $248 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $329 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include OYO Hotel Osage Beach by Lake of the Ozarks and Baymont by Wyndham Osage Beach.

Where to stay in popular areas of Osage Beach

Most booked hotels in Osage Beach

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Camden on the Lake Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 388 reviews)
$204+
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Rockwood Resort Motel
1 star
Excellent (8.7, 387 reviews)
$102+
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Alhonna Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 30 reviews)
$114+
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Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks
3 stars
Excellent (8, 555 reviews)
$186+
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The Resort at Lake of the Ozarks
3 stars
Good (7.1, 463 reviews)
$120+
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Inn At Grand Glaize
2 stars
Good (6.9, 809 reviews)
$102+
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Renting a car in Osage Beach

Renting a car in Osage Beach costs $83 per day, on average, or $166 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 40% cheaper than airport locations in Osage Beach.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Osage Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Renting a car in Osage Beach costs $83 per day, on average, or $166 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 40% cheaper than airport locations in Osage Beach.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Osage Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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