Name: Clarion Inn Branson
Address: 2820 West Highway 76, Gretna, Branson, Missouri, United States of America, Branson, Taney County, US
Price range: US$51–US$129 per night
Rating: 8.13

What guests think

At Clarion Inn Branson, travelers highlight a very central location and generally comfortable stays, but reviews are mixed on dated rooms, noise, and maintenance issues, and service ranges from welcoming and helpful to slow check in and uneven follow‑through.

Pools and hot tubs are a draw for some, yet others report closures, cold water, strong chlorine, and challenges navigating the large, hilly layout with occasional parking constraints. Breakfast comes up often: the free continental is limited, while the paid buffet is frequently praised but sometimes described as lukewarm or short on replenishment; the restaurant and bar availability varies. Recurring complaints mention unexpected charges and a nightly service or resort fee. Expect a convenient base with basic comforts and inconsistent execution.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

Dining

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Facilities

Guests frequently mention the pools and hot tubs, with feedback ranging from enjoyable to closed for maintenance, very cold, or heavy chlorine. Navigating the large, hilly property can be confusing, and parking is limited in some areas.

Related guest reviews

6

Tommy

17 Aug 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was to big for us it was hard to find your way around from our room to other areas of the hotel Like the pools The restaurant And the hill it’s on

8

Michael

17 Jul 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Great job! Loved the pools, whirlpools, and sauna.

4

Amanda

25 Apr 2025

·

Stayed 4 nights

Parking lot on a steep hill. Old and outdated looking inside. Pool hard to find.

10

Joe

30 Mar 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

The elevator doesn't access the ground floor/parking lot level in the secondary building but the stairs are easily accessible. Our room was very clean and staff were helpful as well as friendly. We look forward to staying again.

10

Michele

30 Sept 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Check in was good. We made a bad decision in one King bed and requested to change to two queen beds. The hotel was accommodating. My two big complaints is that in the photos provided you see a beautiful hotel. At check in we were told to drive around to the side.... to see motel style rooms. Could have gotten the same room but with more up to date furnishings for cheaper. If I would have noticed that the majority of the rooms were hotel style, I wouldn't have booked here. Pillow top bed was a plus. Second complaint, the indoor pool was not heated. Cold as ice. Our three year old had blue lips after 30 minutes of play. So.... back to the room. The breakfast was good. Decent, hot meal. Lots of options. Hot coffee, juice, milk. B&G, scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, waffles. The ladies were all very nice. Lots of smiles and they strived to make conversation. That was pleasant. Coffee and creamer available 24/7 in the lobby. Clean facilities with nice landscaping. Safe area, but busy area. If you want to be in the middle of all the tourist attractions, this is your place to stay!

2

Vickie

23 Jan 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Before I booked this hotel I called & confirmed that there was an indoor pool. I had 3 little boys that wanted to swim. That was the reason for choosing this hotel. When we arrived we were told, no pool! I could not get a refund. I left & rented a different hotel with a pool. I would not recommend this Clarion Inn. They didn't even act like they wanted to help.

8

Ken

7 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Location is very good, room was clean and functional, staff was efficient and friendly. There are 2 breakfast options. The free breakfast is very limited. You can pay $6 for a buffet breakfast which is very good. If you get a room in the tower, parking can be a problem.

8

Diane

18 Sept 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean and inviting. I loved the balcony. The swimming pools and hot tubs were out of order. On vacation that is very important to me. If I had known, I would have stayed somewhere else. When that happens in a vacation destination, the hotel should give discounts. The desk clerk's attitude and temperament were not warm or helpful. The breakfast room was dark, and no helper was there. There was no ketchup available. And some of the eggs were lukewarm.

4

Melville

30 Dec 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

The pool area was under construction no hot tub available There was garbage and trash all over On the outside and on the inside by the trash barrels The breakfast was not in the breakfast area because it was under construction also breakfast was ok. They need to tell you if the ammenties are not open.

2

DARIAN

8 May 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

The indoor pool was ice cold!!! We chose this hotel for the simple fact it had an indoor pool. We ended up having to sit in the room for those couple hours we had blocked off to go swimming. Just really disappointing. Also, that mattress was stained and grossed me out.

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many found rooms clean, but others reported pests (roaches, ladybugs, spiders), mold, stained mattresses, dirty tubs or carpets, musty odors, and unemptied trash in common areas.

Related guest reviews

10

David

15 May 2023

·

Stayed 4 nights

Room was extremely clean, everything refilled/replaced daily, front desk personnel very friendly and helpful, maid service personnel friendly and helpful, beds and pillows very comfortable.

4

Melissa

7 Apr 2024

·

Stayed 3 nights

I got what I paid for, trying to find the most affordable place to stay for a 3 night/4 day trip. Outdoor entrance = super loud at all hours, people rolling suitcases, running up and down the concrete walkway, slamming doors, car alarms going off, etc. Room is old, in desperate need of renovation, smelled musty the whole time. Again, I should have paid more money and sprung for a nicer hotel or a rental home, but I wanted to spend money on experiences and sacrificed comfort in a room for that, lesson learned.

4

KEVIN

5 Oct 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

There was mold in the shower area. Curtains were tore and sliders were broken on window, rug was frayed and not vacuumed well at all. Too many other issues to expound upon. Very disappointed with our stay!!

8

virgie

11 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Overall, we thought the room was clean, comfortable and the staff very efficient. We have stayed at the Clarion several times

6

Kimbre

16 Dec 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

The bath tub was dirty. We didn’t get to room till late from attending a planned event. Tub had dirt in it. We never had been in tub. It was too late and too tired to complain at that point. Toilet made horrible loud screeching when flushed. Bed was comfortable and pool was good. Continental breakfast not good and long lines. Don’t know if we would stay there again. Have picture of the stuff that was in tub. I’m

8

Ken

7 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Location is very good, room was clean and functional, staff was efficient and friendly. There are 2 breakfast options. The free breakfast is very limited. You can pay $6 for a buffet breakfast which is very good. If you get a room in the tower, parking can be a problem.

4

Amamda

29 Dec 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Our room had several lady bugs in it. The breakfast was open from 7:30-9am however when I checked in the front desk couldn’t tell me the breakfast hours. The pillows were uncomfortable. None of the stairwell trashes or ash trays were emptied so in addition to trash on the ground it smelled like stale cigarettes. The shampoo and conditioner were halfway full making me suspect they are left from last guest. Odd number of towels. I’d been here years ago and was impressed, not anymore.

6

Bradley

31 Aug 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

I saw two cockroaches in room holes in bathroom ceiling you could hear people moving around in other rooms breakfast was crappy waffles and cereal the better breakfast was 7.99 each I can pay half of what I payed and get biscuits and gravy and meat won’t be coming back indoor pool was ice cold!

4

terry

18 Dec 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

There were spiders in or room. The rooms were very dated . The beds were advertised as queen but were full size beds.

2

DARIAN

8 May 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

The indoor pool was ice cold!!! We chose this hotel for the simple fact it had an indoor pool. We ended up having to sit in the room for those couple hours we had blocked off to go swimming. Just really disappointing. Also, that mattress was stained and grossed me out.

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Rooms

Rooms vary by building: front or tower rooms are described as brighter or updated, while back or south wing rooms feel like older motel-style units with very small bathrooms and dated decor. Noise is inconsistent, from thin walls and elevator hum to quiet highway-facing rooms; beds are often comfortable.

Related guest reviews

8

Flavia

16 Jul 2024

·

Stayed 5 nights

Hotel is in a great location with shops next door and easy walk to restaurants and the outlet mall but you're not walking back from the mall because you won't get up the hill. When we first arrived we were given a room in the very back of the hotel, although the room was clean, it was dark and outdated. After the 1st night we were able to move to the front building, rooms were a little bigger but definitely brighter, updated and just made you feel better.

6

Michael

19 Aug 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

I was put in a room next to the elevator 231, could not sleep because of a constant vibrating pulsing sound coming from the wall closest to the elevator. Finally i had all i could stand and went to the front desk about 12:30 AM and asked for a room change. The lady at the desk was very kind and said she had another room further away from the elevator and had no problem with us changing, we moved to our new room and it was very quiet, the rest of our stay was great.

6

Rhonda

9 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

I was under the impression that it was a nicer motel than it was. The furnishings were older and well used. The shower and toilet area was very small (compact) and you can tell the shower had been refinished (painted with a bathtub refinishing paint). The carpet was not the worst I’d seen. Odd thing is when they replaced the carpet the carpet that goes up on the wall as a trim wasn’t changed (it was old gold color like from the 80s). They had 2 types of breakfasts one free (waffles, cereal, toast (that I saw) and a pay buffet (good price). In my opinion they wanted you to purchase the buffet. We opted to go somewhere else to eat. Do not try to check in before the 3pm time or they will charge $25 for early check in (we arrived around 2:30 we opted not to pay that for 30min.)

6

Kerrie

4 Sept 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

We were in the 2nd building it has outside entrances no inside corridors. Check in was 3pm, it was 4:15 when ours were ready. Comfortable beds but super tiny bathroom. Rooms are showing age. Adequate breakfast and large breakfast room. I feel like the Clarion name would be a more updated property.

6

Richard

8 Jul 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Rooms in the north tower are new and updated the one we got stuck with in the south tower was old and outdated and is a motel not a hotel

10

Orville

22 Jul 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

We took our grandchildren to Branson for a few days. The room was big and not cramped at all. The beds were comfy and the breakfast was delicious. Our server Valerie was fantastic.

6

Deborah

9 Dec 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

Beds were comfortable. Entire hotel was dated and tired. Limited parking

4

Jessica

14 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

The staff was wonderful from the agent that checked us in to the agent that checked us out! You can tell they value their career and the property. The staff will go above and beyond for you! However, you can tell the owners of the property DO NOT care about the maintenance or upkeep of the property. The rooms are very outdated. The rooms smell of mold, the beds are terrible as well as the pillows! These are all OWNERS issues! The owner needs to invest in updating this property. Back in the 90s when I stayed here it was AMAZING!!!

10

Richard

12 Apr 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

I was very surprised to find our room facing the main highway through Branson was so quiet. With the exception of the loudest motorcycles, we heard no traffic noise and slept well. I'll stay here again next time we visit Branson.

10

Gary

30 Dec 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Good experience, bathroom is very small but nice.

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Service

Service is mixed: many guests praise friendly staff, accommodating room changes, and attentive managers and breakfast servers, while others cite rude interactions, long or delayed check‑ins, unresponsive follow‑up, and housekeeping that is infrequent or ignores do‑not‑disturb signs. Security presence at night is occasionally suggested.

Related guest reviews

4

Deborah

26 Mar 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

On Hwy 76, right in the heart of Branson. We were told check in was at 3:00 pm. We didn’t get to our rooms until 4:30. We had tickets to a 5:00 show. We’d been traveling and planned on showering and changing clothes. Didn’t have time for that. Girl at the desk told me I didn’t need to have an attitude. She didn’t know me. How would she know my attitudes. Finally we were able to talk to a manager. She changed our rooms so we could get in by 4:30. We won’t stay there again.

8

Lisa

25 Jul 2023

·

Stayed 3 nights

When checking in the front desk lady was very rude! Check in, in my email said 2 but she would not let me check in until 3. Our stay was very nice after we left the check in counter. Breakfast was great and the other staff were very nice!

10

Thomas

1 Aug 2024

·

Stayed 3 nights

Monique & Vanessa were excellent! They greeted you friendly and helped any way possible! Front desk employees were swift and knowledgeable. Would stay again!

2

David

30 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

TERRIBLE We had a 3 night stay 6/25/25-06/28/25. I see they lie in their replies to reviews saying the extra $15 per night is for incidentals and will drop off once check out. When you get there they tell you about the extra $15 per night and it is to go towards them having a small fitness area, a pool, and flavored water in a pitcher at the front desk. This extra $15/night is for that(you know the typical things at EVERY hotel), there is even a sign in the lobby explaining this as well. First night we were put in a room with the kitchen above us and we could hear carts rolling, people talking, and loud noises through ceiling till 12:55 am. I called front desk she said that room is not supposed to be used because they know it's uninhabitable. The next day they moved us rooms. Both rooms you could hear things through the walls but the second one was more through walls. We did not want staff in our room and there was even a sign in room stating they would not come in to do anything until after the 3rd day. They came in our room with sign on door not to, on second day. My YSL cologne that I brought was stolen out of room $189 cologne and I would have put in lock box that EVERY hotel nowadays has but this "resort" hotel has no lock boxes in any rooms. Hotel staff said they would check on missing item multiple times that day we contacted and we never got a response or update. Went down end of that day and the night manager said no item and no notes about me contacting.

6

Varughese

29 Mar 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Employees are very mean. Room was not ready @3pm. We are waiting for 3 hours.

8

virgie

11 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Overall, we thought the room was clean, comfortable and the staff very efficient. We have stayed at the Clarion several times

6

Donna

21 Oct 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

We have stayed here several times in past most likely will look for something different next time. We always stayed in main building but this time was to the back. Room was clean and beds were good. We had no wash clothes in room, our toilet made a very loud noise everytime we flushed it. We had no wash clothes in our room, walls were thin. We were at pool Saturday no towels with several there, my husband called desk and was told they call maintenance, 30 minutes later left with no towel to dry off..

10

Julie

2 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

The paid breakfast was great, and the service people who waited tables and kept the buffet fresh were very friendly, helpful people. The room was what was expected and was clean with plenty of towels and good bedding. We really wish the TV had streaming service, but that is not a deal breaker. This made our second stay at this Clarion, and both times we have been happy.

10

Harrison

30 Jul 2023

·

Stayed 3 nights

We had a concern with our room, the new owner Jeremiah met with us within minutes and accompanied us. Jeremiah checked with us several times throughout our visit to make sure we were satisfied. Jeremiah really went above and beyond for us and we will definitely be staying here again in the future.

10

mindy

9 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Hotel was clean, staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Only negative was a fight outside of our door with continuous foot traffic back and forth all night, talking loudly. Security at night would be beneficial.

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Location

Location is a strong point, right on the Branson strip with easy access to restaurants, shopping, attractions, and alternative routes; some note the steep hill. Several guests also found rooms surprisingly quiet despite highway proximity.

Related guest reviews

10

Charles

10 Dec 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Our stay at the Clarion in Branson was great! Clean, reasonable, and close to restaurants and shopping.

10

William

4 Oct 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

I liked that it was centrally located to the Sight & Sound Theatre and it felt safe.

10

Sherry

25 Jun 2024

·

Stayed 4 nights

Convenient location

10

Miranda

22 Apr 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Great room, beautiful view, excellent service, perfect location.

10

Deborah

7 Jul 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

Our stay at the Clarion was in the center of everything. Great location. Good parking area compared to the other motels.

8

Tiffany

15 Jul 2024

·

Stayed 4 nights

It was very clean and very nice breakfast. It was located in the center of everything on the strip

10

Richard

12 Apr 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

I was very surprised to find our room facing the main highway through Branson was so quiet. With the exception of the loudest motorcycles, we heard no traffic noise and slept well. I'll stay here again next time we visit Branson.

10

Leah

15 Apr 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

It has a restaurant and bar right by the pool. The property is in a fantastic location with several dining options right across the street and within walking distance. Also only a half mile walk to tanger outlets and Farris wheel. Staff is always friendly and hotel smells fantastic!

10

Mary

12 Aug 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Close to everything!!!

8

Loretta

21 Mar 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Hotel was in good walking distance of a lot to do in Branson. No public computer/printer which I needed and thought was suppose have. Room was spacious & clean. Breakfast was normal - nothing extraordinary. Would probably stay again for short stay

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Dining

Breakfast feedback is mixed and frequent: the free continental is limited, while the paid hot buffet is often praised and service staff like Valerie earn compliments, though some report lukewarm food, short hours, and poor replenishment. Restaurant and bar operations vary, with the poolside grill noted at times but also closures.

Related guest reviews

10

Andrew

22 May 2025

·

Stayed 4 nights

I loved the experience here, i will strongly recommend this hotel to anyone. The poolside bar and grill has breakfast also lunch and dinner. Also the drinks are good.

10

Beth

3 Aug 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

We really enjoyed the breakfast area. The breakfast was wonderful and our server. Valerie is a real treasure.

10

PRISCILLA

23 Oct 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Love staying here. Quick check in. Wonderful breakfast and close to shopping and dining.

10

Robert

22 Aug 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Valerie and the cook did an excellent job at breakfast.

8

Ken

7 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Location is very good, room was clean and functional, staff was efficient and friendly. There are 2 breakfast options. The free breakfast is very limited. You can pay $6 for a buffet breakfast which is very good. If you get a room in the tower, parking can be a problem.

4

Amamda

29 Dec 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Our room had several lady bugs in it. The breakfast was open from 7:30-9am however when I checked in the front desk couldn’t tell me the breakfast hours. The pillows were uncomfortable. None of the stairwell trashes or ash trays were emptied so in addition to trash on the ground it smelled like stale cigarettes. The shampoo and conditioner were halfway full making me suspect they are left from last guest. Odd number of towels. I’d been here years ago and was impressed, not anymore.

10

Julie

2 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

The paid breakfast was great, and the service people who waited tables and kept the buffet fresh were very friendly, helpful people. The room was what was expected and was clean with plenty of towels and good bedding. We really wish the TV had streaming service, but that is not a deal breaker. This made our second stay at this Clarion, and both times we have been happy.

8

Diane

18 Sept 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean and inviting. I loved the balcony. The swimming pools and hot tubs were out of order. On vacation that is very important to me. If I had known, I would have stayed somewhere else. When that happens in a vacation destination, the hotel should give discounts. The desk clerk's attitude and temperament were not warm or helpful. The breakfast room was dark, and no helper was there. There was no ketchup available. And some of the eggs were lukewarm.

4

Darla

18 Sept 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

I would not use this hotel again. Really unappetizing breakfast and outdated accommodations. I am not a fuss budget but really disappointed.

10

Misty

20 May 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

We have stayed at the Branson Clarion on many occasions. One of the main reasons we stayed was for the free buffet breakfast. Now they have a resaurant on the property, so those great free breakfasts are gone. You can get a hotel anywhere in Branson. Loved the Clarion, but that free breakfast to help ease expenses for a vacation in Branson, will be a huge factor when we lookfor a new "home base" hotel for our many vacays in that area.

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Month	Average price
January	US$69
February	US$67
March	US$80
April	US$77
May	US$70
June	US$85
July	US$88
August	US$97
September	US$90
October	US$110
November	US$130
December	US$97

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16 $84	17 $86	18 $100	19 $99
20 $65	21 $74	22 $74	23 $74	24 $91	25 $126	26 $129
27 $71	28 $70	29 $71	30 $71

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $78	2 $110	3 $110
4 $65	5 $57	6 $72	7 $60	8 $87	9 $109	10 $92
11 $55	12 $55	13 $55	14 $55	15 $66	16 $98	17 $98
18 $60	19 $51	20 $57	21 $57	22 $52	23 $92	24 $92
25 $51	26 $56	27 $57	28 $51	29 $51	30 $92	31 $92

Select dates to see prices and availability

Monthly average prices

About this property

Location

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds Disability Access

Queen Room with Three Queen Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Suite, 1 King Bed (Upgrade)

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Bed)

Guest reviews

Very good

Who stays here?

What guests think

Property policies

Check-in instructions

Good to know

Optional extras

FAQs about Clarion Inn Branson

Have a question?

Prices for upcoming dates