American Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel in Ozark with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free daily continental breakfast
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Reception

Reviews

5.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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299 N 20th Street, Ozark, MO, 65721
  • Place, Stained Glass Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ozark Technical Community College Richwood Valley
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Finley River Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Springfield, MO (SGF-Springfield-Branson National)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 286 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 286 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 286 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Ozark

American Inn places you next to Stained Glass Theatre and within 2 miles (3 km) of Ozark Technical Community College Richwood Valley. This hotel has 45 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Stained Glass Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ozark Technical Community College Richwood Valley - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Finley River Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World - 17 min drive - 16.0 miles
  • Silver Dollar City - 33 min drive - 38.1 miles

Getting around

  • Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

American Inn

Hotel in Ozark with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
American Inn features free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and laundry facilities. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. This hotel also has barbecue grills.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Microwaves, phones, and desks are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 15
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

American Inn Ozark
American Ozark
American Inn Hotel
American Inn Ozark
Hotel Ozark MO Hwy 65
American Inn Hotel Ozark
OYO Hotel Ozark MO Hwy 65

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near American Inn?

This hotel is located in Ozark, just steps from Stained Glass Theatre. You'll also find Finley River Park and City of Ozark Community Building within a short drive.

Is there parking available at American Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does American Inn have a casino?

No, American Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at American Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is American Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at American Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does American Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

American Inn offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does American Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at American Inn for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. A deposit of USD 50 per stay is collected.

Does American Inn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to American Inn?

The closest major airport to American Inn is Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF), which is 24.2 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at American Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at American Inn.

American Inn Reviews

Reviews

5.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 113 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

5.4/10

Staff & service

4.4/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

aubrie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kristen

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The man managing the property was rude and unwelcoming and also was obviously on some kind of substance as his behavior was odd and unsettling. He was acting awkward towards my 12 year old autistic son and staring at him in a way that made me and my son very uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Disliked: Amenities
I tried to cancel this reservation and u asked for money to cancel. Lesson learned. Will never use u again. Shame on u!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tom

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
By FAR the worst hotel and hotel experience. I have a service animal because I have services that require an animal. The host threw papers in my face, told me to get the f*** out of there hotel and that they have nothing for me. Then told me that we have to accept their new hotel room that was double the price and charged me for my service animal which is illegal. I was shaking because I was scared of this man. He was screaming he was violent and I did not know where he was going to escalate. I paid for the hotel and paid for my service animal because of this. And then when I got the hotel room it smelled so bad I had to go to Walmart to get something to get rid of the smell. They're betting is horrible, I don't think they wash it. It was itchy and it smelled. I went and got new linen to lay in. I will be reaching out to Expedia, better Business bureau, and leaving reports on every review option I can. Not only is this not a good hotel it's a dangerous one. I was coming here to check out Missouri and see if I wanted to move here and he was the first person I experienced when I got here. If you feel like you need to stay here cuz there's no other options reach out to me and I will find you a different place. No one should have to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointed

First of all when we got there, we only wanted to stay for two nights, but you guys charge me for three and my daughter wanted to go swimming and the pool was not up and running so we had no pool and that’s one of the reason we stayed there because they had a pool They had no phones in the room so you couldn’t call the desk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Would stay again

Overall it's what you would expect from a cheap motel, except if not in the lobby or your room the hallways were extremely stuffy no moving air at all. Also the refrigerator wasn't plugged it nor did the cord reach the outlet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michele

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfriendly and not clean, hallways had odor and the internet didn’t work.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When I got checked into my room, I found out the air conditioner fan wasn't working. I went back down to the front desk. They immediately found me a new room (upgraded at no extra cost). The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. There is not an elevator so that's a negative but I made it. Some great antique shops that are right there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Mike

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would describe our accommodations as sufficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

inconsiderate

This is no longer the OYO. It’s American Inn as of August 1st. So I had to pay AGAIN for my stay because I booked in July. I’m waiting for OYO to refund me my payment but as of right now I’m out almost $600 on a 4 night stay. This should have been communicated to me so I could have had the time to cancel my booking and find somewhere else to stay. Obviously they haven’t told Hotels.com that this change has been made.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

4/10 Poor

Tom, K.C

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
It's July and there was a padlock on the gate to swimming pool. Staff did not know why and no offer to find out. We had picked this motel over cheaper rooms elsewhere because of pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Sara

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Screwed over

Went to the front desk and told the man I had a paid reservation with hotels.com and he would not accept it. He told me you pay here if you want to stay here. He was tired of waiting on hotels.com to pay him. Needless to say with a car load of kids at 10pm I paid him again to stay there. Please remove this hotel from the listings because he is screwing people over.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bryant, Dover AR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good service, clean room , around the motel was quite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2020

8/10 Good

Daman

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicest motel I've ever stayed at. Very reasonable rates. They offer breakfast. If you miss the times for the breakfast, they still have coffee, tea, juices, and cereals available. They are very clean. People who work there are very polite and accommodating. Right next to a super cheap gas station. Was 1.87/gallon while i was there. Showers super nice and clean. Bed sheets had no stains, very fresh.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Disgusting

I’ve never left a review anywhere: reception was horrible. Cannot recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

John, Phoenix

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
its off the highway on dead end road nice & quiet at night close to freeway for easy access close to places to eat
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

Hotel is under construction but room was clean with new mattresses and carpet Heat good, jus a continual breakfast, Employees nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We drove 20 miles out of our way because they accepted pets and didn't have a dog size limit. Their pet charge was $15 which was more reasonable than most. When we arrived they said that it was $20 and that Expedia had not kept up with the change, but their registration form still said $15. The employee marked through it and wrote in $20 as I watched. That was pretty annoying since the pet policy was the only reason that we chose the place. The walls transmitted noise from other rooms which made sleep difficult but they did include breakfast and their price was very reasonable so overall rating is OK.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020