Central Missouri Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

University of Missouri which includes heritage architecture, a garden and street scenes
University of Missouri which includes heritage architecture, a garden and street scenes
Columbia showing wild flowers
Ha Ha Tonka State Park featuring forests
Columbia featuring outdoor art and a city

Where to stay in Central Missouri

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Shawnee Bend

Though Shawnee Bend may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Osage Beach Premium Outlets and Jolly Mon Indoor Water Park.

Shawnee Bend
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North Central Columbia

North Central Columbia might not have many top sights, but The District Downtown Columbia and Daniel Boone Regional Library are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

North Central Columbia
WFO is located on the property of Inn at the Grand Glaize , Lake of the Ozarks. We rented Jet Ski's from these guys, really professional outfit. We got lost coming back to the doc, and werent penalised. Had a blast with them , Highly recommended , go Jet skiing on this body of water , well worth it.

Laguna Beach

While Laguna Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Osage Beach Premium Outlets and Miner Mike's Inc.

Laguna Beach
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Buckingham Estates

Though Buckingham Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ozarks Amphitheater and Bridal Cave.

Buckingham Estates
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Cartwright Cove

If you're spending some time in Cartwright Cove, Lake of the Ozarks is a top sight worth visiting.

Cartwright Cove
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Eagles Nest

While there might not be top attractions in Eagles Nest, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake of the Ozarks and Lick Branch Cove.

Eagles Nest
Stoney Creek Hotel Columbia

Stoney Creek Hotel Columbia

2.5 out of 5
2601 S Providence Rd Columbia MO
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,374 reviews)
Everything was amazing!

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Stoney Creek Hotel Columbia
Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East

3 out of 5
3100 Interstate 70 Dr. SE Columbia MO
The price is ₹8,909 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
₹8,909
₹10,064 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,353 reviews)
We stayed on Christmas eve night because my spouse works at the nearby hospital usually the nightshift. But this time worked Christmas eve evening then Christmas day afternoon. So, we didn't really have much of a normal Christmas. When I found out he was getting off an hour early, 11pm. We realized ...

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbia East
Wyndham Executive Center Columbia

Wyndham Executive Center Columbia

3.5 out of 5
2200 I-70 Drive SW Columbia MO
The price is ₹8,591 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
₹8,591
₹9,706 total
24 Jan - 25 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Very clean and Friendly staff! We will be going back

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Wyndham Executive Center Columbia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
All Towne Suites

All Towne Suites

2 out of 5
250 Carmel Valley Way St. Robert MO
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in St. Robert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (328 reviews)
Me and my buddy are out here for business and this is by far the best hotel we have stayed at hands down 10/10! Everything was great from front desk staff, laundry room, great exercise room like a mini gym and room was very clean and smelled nice. Kitchen had everything we needed. If anything a nice ...

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

All Towne Suites
Point View Resort

Point View Resort

3 out of 5
1630 Vacation Lane Camdenton MO
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Camdenton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Lake of the Ozarks and Lake Breeze Terrace ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (124 reviews)
The cabin was very clean, the bed was comfy and the pillows were soft. It stayed well heated through our cold stay, even had to crack a window in the bedroom as the heater works extremely well which is adjustable. The desk lady was very nice and helpful. We will be going back!

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Point View Resort
Lake Breeze Resort

Lake Breeze Resort

3 out of 5
91 Breeze Dr Camdenton MO
Stay at this cabin in Camdenton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (319 reviews)
Wonderful people. Really enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Lake Breeze Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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