Frequently Asked Questions

Guests must be 18 or older to check in at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks. Those ages 18–20 are required to sign a no-party agreement. A $100 damage deposit will be collected at check-in, and any underage drinking will result in eviction and notification of law enforcement.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Guests arriving early may pre-register and enjoy resort amenities, while late check-out requests are based on availability.

Reservation cancellations made 72 hours or more before arrival will not incur cancellation penalties. Certain special negotiated rates may carry more restrictive terms.

All public areas and guest rooms at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks are smoke-free. The resort does have designated smoking areas within the property.

We welcome service animals at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks, as defined by the ADA. While pets are not permitted, there are convenient local boarding options available to ensure your furry friends are well cared for during your stay.

A daily resort fee is automatically added to guest room accounts on a nightly basis for resort services. Please visit our Resort Fee page for the complete list of resort services included in the daily resort fee.

Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks offers complimentary airport shuttling to Lee C. Fine and the Grand Glaize Airport. Contact Guest Services at 573-348-8623 for more information.

Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks does not provide off-property shuttling. Uber, Lyft and taxi service is available in our area.

Complimentary safe deposit boxes are available at the front desk area of Anchor Building for resort guests.

Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks is located on Mile Marker 26 of the Grand Glaize Arm of Lake of the Ozarks.

The closest international airport is the St. Louis Lambert International Airport and its 2.5 hours away by car. Regional airports close to Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks include the Columbia Regional Airport (1.25 hours by car) and the Springfield-Branson National Airport (1.5 hours by car). Local airports in the Lake of the Ozarks area include Lee C. Fine (30 minutes by car) and the Grand Glaize Airport (15 minutes by car).

Our outdoor pools open in early May and remain available through late October, weather permitting, offering a perfect way to enjoy the Lake of the Ozarks. They’re open to the public with no cover charge, though outside food and drinks are not permitted. Resort guests also enjoy year-round access to the Fins Up! Indoor Pool.

Admission to Jolly Mon Indoor Water Park is not included in guest room rates, unless you have booked the Jolly Mon Indoor Water Park package.

Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks does not have an onsite ramp for boat launching. There are two paved boat ramps located at the Lake of the Ozarks State Park Grand Glaize Beach location, which sits 5-miles from the resort by land and 8-miles by water.

Fishing is allowed at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks on a complimentary basis at the designated fishing dock behind Anchor Building. Fishing licenses are required by individuals ages 16 and older. Contact the Missouri Department of Conservation for a list of local retailers who are authorized to sell fishing licenses and their requirements for purchase.

Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks does not have a beach area for swimming due to boat traffic. Swim beach areas are available at both of the Lake of the Ozarks State Park locations.

Yes, swimming is allowed in the Lake of the Ozarks, but not from the shoreline areas at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks. A public swimming beach is available at both of the Lake of the Ozarks State Park locations.

All of our recreation facilities are available to the public, with the exception of the Fins Up! Fitness Center and Fins Up! Indoor Pool. Those outlets are for resort guests only. Fees will apply at recreation outlets that require an admission or rental fee. Use of outdoor pools are complimentary, but outside food and beverages are not allowed.

Elevators are available in the Anchor and Edgewater guest room buildings. Beacon building has an elevator for JB's Boathouse Grill and Fin City Arcade, providing access to those areas. Our remaining guest room buildings do not have elevators.

Four EV+ Charging stations are located at the top parking lot adjacent to the Jolly Mon Indoor Water Park.

The Port of Indecision Marina offers 24' Pontoon boats for rental with a 10 passenger maximum.

Nightly slip rentals are available for resort guests at the Port of Indecision Marina for $40 per night.

Yes, the Port of Indecision Marina offers WaveRunner rentals. Deposits are required on all watercraft rentals. Please note: All WaveRunner operators must be 18 years of age and present a valid driver's license. In addition, WaveRunner operators born after January 1, 1984, must provide a Missouri Boating Safety Certification Card.

In addition to the amenities at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks, our area offers boating, golfing, shopping, Ha Ha Tonka State Park with castle ruins and hiking trails, Bridal Cave and Stark Caverns with guided tours, Ozarks Amphitheater concerts from April - October, and more.

The Lake of the Ozarks, a man-made lake with over 1,100 miles of shoreline and a distinctive “Magic Dragon” shape, offers year-round recreation, boating, fishing, water sports, natural attractions, and vibrant events like the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout, drawing millions of visitors annually.

All of our restaurants are open to the public. Some restaurants are seasonal, and may not be open year round. Please consult our dining page for more information.

Yes, one- and two-bedroom suites are located on the Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks property. Larger houses are available in Tan-Tar-A Estates Complex. Please consult the Tan-Tar-A Estates page for more information.

All guest rooms include a refrigerator. The one and two bedroom suites have microwaves in addition to the refrigerators. Microwaves are available to be delivered to guest rooms upon request and are $20 per night for use.