By R.L. Cultrona
The Apple Tree Mall is located in Branson, Missouri, in the southwest part of the state. This mall is unique in that it features over 400 craft stores. Many of these stores feature craft which are handmade by local artists and craftsmen. There is a huge selection of homemade toys, quilts and dolls for any type of collector. Near to the mall are several two-star hotels which offer clean accommodations in a great location.
Ramada Inn Branson
The Ramada Inn Branson is located less than half a mile from the mall. The hotel has a huge selection of amenities and attractions. Pets are welcome here for an extra $15 per night. The 296 rooms are equipped with free wireless Internet access, hairdryers and newspapers. The hotel itself sits on 22 acres which has two seasonal pools, game room, basketball and volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, guest laundry and fitness center. Also on-site is the Dick Clark American Bandstand theater.
The hotel offers meeting and banquet facilities and can do outdoor tented events for up to 1000 people. There are also picnic tables and grills for outdoor entertaining.
Ramada Inn Branson
1700 W Hwy 76
Branson, Missouri 65616
(417) 334-1000
(417) 339-3046 fax
Ozark Mountain Inn
Also about half a mile from the Apple Tree Mall, is the Ozark Mountain Inn. This family owned and operated hotel features 127 guest rooms. All rooms are outfitted with coffee makers, free local calls, free newspaper, cable and satellite TV, and iron and ironing boards. There is a free continental breakfast, coin operated laundry facilities, hot tub, indoor and seasonal outdoor pools. There is free parking on site.
Ozark Mountain Inn
1415 W. Hwy. 76
Branson, Missouri 65615
(417) 334-8300
Grand Oaks Branson Hotel
About a mile from the mall is the Grand Oaks Branson Hotel. Offering rooms with a French Country or beach décor, this hotel offers two different buildings with different amenities for people who may be on a budget.
In building 1 are the deluxe rooms. The deluxe rooms are all non-smoking and include a free continental breakfast, coffee makers, iron and ironing board, free Internet and two sinks. This building features a fitness center (extra charge), guest laundry, and indoor pool and hot tub.
Building 2 has the standard accommodations. These are designed in mind for the budget conscious traveler. While this building has the continental breakfast, it does not have some of the other amenities that Building 1 has. There is an outdoor, seasonal pool, data port phones, iron and ironing boards in all of the standard accommodations.
Grand Oaks Branson Hotel
2315 Green Mountain Dr
Branson, Missouri 65616
(800) 553-6423 (phone)
Angel Inn of Branson
Also a mile away is the Angel Inn. This hotel has 113 rooms, all featuring free wireless Internet, free local calls, coffee maker, pillow top mattresses, hairdryers with night light, and iron and ironing board. Some rooms come equipped with a microwave and coffee maker. The hotel has a free complimentary breakfast every morning, free parking, guest computer, and an indoor heated pool and spa.
Angel Inn of Branson
2350 Green Mountain Dr
Branson, Missouri
(417) 334-6500 (phone)
About the Author:
R.L. Cultrona is a San Diego native and a graduate of San Diego State University. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in theater, television and film with a minor in communications and political science. She began writing online instructional articles in June 2009.
