Waters Edge Motel
25587 Highway 5, Gravois Mills, MO 65037-3023
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Located on the Gravois Arm of the Lake of the Ozarks in mid-Missouri. Family and Business friendly with exceptionally clean rooms, DirecTV, free Wi-Fi, in room coffee, refrigerator, microwave and hair dryer in all rooms. Great back yard activities swimming, fishing, BBQ’s, horseshoes, volleyball, sunbathing or rent our canoe, kayaks, paddle boat, fishing boat. If bringing your own boat, we have boat docks, boat trailer parking and only 1/8 mile to the public launch ramp.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
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Non-smoking hotel
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Non-smoking rooms
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25587 Highway 5, Gravois Mills, MO 65037-3023
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Columbia Regional Airport
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Springfield-Branson Regional Airport
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This location came highly recommended by personal friends and family. It proved to be most comfortable, clean well kept and centrally located to all that is happening in the area. Great staff! Definite repeat!
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Date of stay: August 2019
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My wife and I were looking for a weekend that was quiet and close to the water and we found this one. WOW! This was just what we needed!! We stayed in #9 and it was right on the water, we spent every night, 3 nights, on the dock until 11 pm every night and enjoyed watching the ducks, moon rises and everything out there. The owners are very friendly and very clean establishment. I recommend this place for anyone who just wants to relax and enjoy !!
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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I stopped here without a reservation and was able to get a room facing the water. It was on the lower level which was quite nice, just a few yards to the water. It is a quaint older motel, the kind I remember from my youth, (I am 60) that you just do not find anymore. It was exactly what I was looking for!!!! I will make it a point to return here.
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Traveled solo
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Room Tip: I was able to get a room facing the water. It was on the lower level which was quite nice. Just...
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We needed a getaway and found this amazing place. We didn't call ahead but somehow we got a beautiful room for 1 night. We loved everything about this place! The location is perfect, the area has lots to offer and we'll definitely call ahead for our next getaway to this location! We put this getaway at the top of our list!
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Date of stay: October 2015Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: It's a lake view from any room. Call ahead and reserve a room!
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Responded Oct 16, 2015
Robin and I are so glad that we had a room open for your stay with us. Thank you for your nice review, we hope to see you again soon.
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A lovely place perfect location with many extras! We had such a great time, there was so much to do on the property- paddle boats, fire pit, grills, sand volleyball court just to name a few of the extras. The owners were very friendly and accommodating! The location was great, quiet yet close enough to entertainment and restaurants. We will be back!
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Date of stay: September 2015Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Bob S, Owner at Waters Edge Motel
Responded Sep 16, 2015
Robin and I are so glad that you enjoyed your stay, we always enjoy when kids or kids at heart have a good time here. Hoping you will return soon.
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Arrived by boat and needed a place to stay the night and were pleasantly surprised to find this property to be a perfect little spot to relax and rest
The owners keep it up nicely and run it well
Highly recommend this motel and will be back again !
The owners keep it up nicely and run it well
Highly recommend this motel and will be back again !
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Date of stay: August 2015Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Responded Aug 17, 2015
It was nice having you stay with us - YES, docking the boat and having your room ready makes for an enjoyable day on the water. Hope you can return soon. Your Dock Spot is waiting.
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First time staying at this location. I was amazed. The amenities are great, the rooms are clean, the service was above & beyond. I plan on coming back more often to stay here. I recommend the Ocean View & play some volleyball. You can use a gas or charcoal grill. Also, roll away beds are available. They sell ice at a very affordable price. Our rooms were cleaned everyday.
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Date of stay: August 2015Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Bob S, Owner at Waters Edge Motel
Responded Aug 14, 2015
Thanks for the very nice review, Robin and I hope that you can return soon, we both enjoyed your statement about the ocean view room - if you were to stay here during a large storm, our lake view does at times looks like a ocean. Again Thanks for the Review.
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We Were at the Waters Edge Motel for three nights it was very clean, the beds were comfortable and the folks that own the place are wonderful and very friendly. It is out of the way of the hustle and bustle of the Ozarks and we loved the quiet. The only reason for 4 stars is there is no handicap accessibility anywhere. You had to step up two steps to get into the room and the door was very hard to open when you have a cane in one hand. The bathroom was very small and the shower was in a bathtub. It would be 5 stars for me if the accessibility issue were addressed. The price is reasonable and there is a big back yard with horseshoes badminton grills and picnic tables and the motel is located right on the water as the name implies. If you don't have accessibility needs it is a fantastic place for an inexpensive visit to the Lake of the Ozarks.
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Date of stay: September 2012
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you can stay in an economy size equipped with T.V. , mini fridge, microwave and coffee or stay on the bottom level lakeside, rooms 8 & 9, my favorite. Rooms are very clean and the grounds are kept very nice. You can fish, boat, paddle boat or just relax on one of their vintage lounge chairs or take cover under the Gazebo. Family friendly and fun!!!
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Date of stay: May 2017Trip type: Traveled on business
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Room Tip: walk out to a lake side view in rooms 8 & 9
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Responded May 24, 2017
Thank you Becky for your nice review - yes, the Lake Side Rooms (rooms 8 - 9) are the best with being just steps from the boat docks and lake front yard. Here at the "Waters Edge Motel" relaxing by the water is number one for our guests.
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This place is a wonderful quaint hideaway, it is a clean, quiet location with easy access to other areas where you can visit the big restaurants on Lake of the Ozarks but still have your quite home to go back to. Down the street from a landing but has docks just outside your door. You can rent a pontoon or boat, fish or even use the gas or charcoal grills (slight fees). The owners are easily available and keep their place fresh and welcoming. We have stayed here several times on an annual outing and have recommended it to family who also stay. Love this place.
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Date of stay: August 2015Trip type: Traveled with family
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Room Tip: Lower two rooms have outside seating and right off the water. Upper rooms seem more private.
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Responded Aug 30, 2015
Thanks for the wonderful review. Being out on the water is the best part of the lake - we have a number of lake front restaurants just a short boat ride away with different food specials. Be it a family outing, young adults or the young at heart make the "Waters Edge Motel" your home away from home.
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Thanks for Asking about your stay here at the "Waters Edge Motel" starting on March 11th - March 14th. I am sorry, we close in the winter months, this year 2017 we will open Sunday, March 26th for the summer season. Again - Thanks for Asking.
Hi Maxine, I am sorry, we have an older facility. ADA covers many different areas, the only problem would be using a wheel-chair in our bathrooms. So "NO" we do not have ADA rooms.
Hi Chuck,
We know how important pets can be, but I am so sorry - we do not allow pets here.
"I was able to get a room facing the water. It was on the lower level which was quite nice. Just a few yards to the water."Read full review
"Rooms 8 & 9 are on the lower level with walk out access to the lake. Rooms 6 & 7 are on the main floor and have lake views."Read full review
"Ground floor of the adjacent building to the office. Covered patio and spacious rooms."Read full review
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LOCATION
United StatesMissouriLake of the OzarksGravois Mills
NUMBER OF ROOMS
9
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waters Edge Motel
Which popular attractions are close to Waters Edge Motel?
Nearby attractions include Jacob's Cave (2.7 miles), Cabana Jones' Lakeside Bar (5.0 miles), and Mermaid Cove Marina Rv & Resort (4.1 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Waters Edge Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and kids activities.
What are some restaurants close to Waters Edge Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Jolly Rogers Grub And Grog, Coconuts Caribbean Beach Bar & Grill, and Lake Burger.
Is Waters Edge Motel located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.3 miles away from the center of Gravois Mills.
Does Waters Edge Motel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the lake view available here.