By Kim P. Alden
Branson, Missouri, is a lively and exciting place with a variety of attractions. Visitors can enjoy several theme parks, live shows, entertainment on showboats, world-class golf courses, swimming and boating. There are plenty of attractions for adults and children. With its many activities, Branson provides a full vacation for families. Of course, every vacation is enhanced by welcoming and comfortable accommodations.
Grand Country Inn
Located in the midst of busy downtown Branson, the Grand Country Inn is close to all of the city's entertainment. The hotel's Splash Country Indoors, an outdoor/indoor water park, is free for guests. There's indoor miniature golf and a theater that offers several music shows each day. Three restaurants in the hotel make it easy to get snacks or complete meals. Children under 18 can stay with their parents for free.
Grand Country Inn
1945 W. Highway 76
Branson, MO
Reservations: (800) 828-9068
www.grandcountry.com
Horizons by Marriott Vacation Club at Branson
Parents and children can settle into the spacious accommodations at this Marriott. The hotel's two-bedroom villas can host up to eight people. Amenities include an indoor pool, baby pool health club, Jacuzzi, video games, hot tubs, volleyball and picnic areas.
Horizons by Marriott Vacation Club at Branson
2929 Green Mountain Drive
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 348-3100
The Grand Oaks Hotel
This popular Branson hotel comprises several buildings with a variety of accommodations. All the shows and other attractions are only minutes away. Guests can take a swim in the indoor or outdoor pool or work out in the fitness center. Hot tubs and Jacuzzi suites are available.
The Grand Oaks Hotel
2315 Green Mountain Drive
Branson, MO 65616
Reservations: (800) 553-6423
grandoakshotel.net
Indian Point Resorts
This family resort rests by Table Rock Lake, 6 miles outside the city. Visitors can stay in rooms, cottages or cabins, all with kitchens. Children and their parents can enjoy a variety of recreational facilities---a marina with ski boats, pontoons and fishing; free paddle boats, badminton, volleyball, game rooms, playgrounds and three outdoor pools. There is also an RV park.
Indian Point resorts
71 Dogwood Park Trail
Reservations: (800) 888-1891
www.indianpoint.com
Big Cedar Lodge
Families who wish to spend some time outside Branson, while still having easy access to all the attractions, will enjoy this popular resort located south of the city. It provides a good location from which to explore the area or to simply appreciate the beautiful environment. Guests can choose rooms in the rustic lodge or luxury log cabins with Jacuzzi, fireplace and kitchen. A vacation in itself, the Big Cedar Lodge has outdoor hot tubs, miniature golf, horseback riding, hiking trails, boat rentals and a center just for children ages 4 to 12.
Big Cedar Lodge
612 Devil's Pool Road
Ridgedale, MO, 65739
Reservations: (417) 335-2777
www.bigcedar.com
About the Author:
A professional writer and editor for more than 25 years, Kim Alden is also a certified yoga therapist who has lectured in and traveled to many parts of the world. She combines her travel savvy with natural health and yoga expertise to write for various online publications. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX.
