Willow Tree Inn: from $52 for Nov 12–13, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)

From $52 total for Nov 12–13, 2026, 2 adults at Willow Tree Inn on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 1, 2026.

Willow Tree Inn is a no-frills 2-star motel near Branson’s theaters in Branson, United States.

Address: 3381 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway, Branson. Property ID: 1171372. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/branson/willow-tree-inn-1171372

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/branson/willow-tree-inn-1171372/2026-11-12/2-adults

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1 night

Total price: $52 USD

2026-11-12 to 2026-11-13 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.

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2 nights

Total price: $118 USD

2026-11-12 to 2026-11-14 · 2 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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3 nights

Total price: $183 USD

2026-11-12 to 2026-11-15 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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4 nights

Total price: $235 USD

2026-11-12 to 2026-11-16 · 4 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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5 nights

Total price: $286 USD

2026-11-12 to 2026-11-17 · 5 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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6 nights

Total price: $336 USD

2026-11-12 to 2026-11-18 · 6 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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7 nights

Total price: $386 USD

2026-11-12 to 2026-11-19 · 7 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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8 nights

Total price: $438 USD

2026-11-12 to 2026-11-20 · 8 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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9 nights

Total price: $500 USD

2026-11-12 to 2026-11-21 · 9 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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10 nights

Total price: $566 USD

2026-11-12 to 2026-11-22 · 10 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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11 nights

Total price: $617 USD

2026-11-12 to 2026-11-23 · 11 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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12 nights

Total price: $669 USD

2026-11-12 to 2026-11-24 · 12 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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13 nights

Total price: $721 USD

2026-11-12 to 2026-11-25 · 13 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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14 nights

Total price: $775 USD

2026-11-12 to 2026-11-26 · 14 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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#9 of 9 hotels in Shepherd of the Hills Expressway by Axel's take. Shepherd of the Hills Expressway is #4 of 6 places to stay in Branson. The best hotels in Shepherd of the Hills Expressway, ranked · Where to stay in Branson

Axel's take: 7.7/10

Good budget basics near the theaters, but room upkeep is not completely consistent. a no-frills 2-star motel near Branson’s theaters, scored for what it is.

Willow Tree Inn is a no-frills 2-star motel that makes sense for a Branson trip spent mostly out sightseeing. We'd consider it for the value: Expedia and Booking.com guests generally praise clean rooms, friendly staff and convenient access to attractions. Breakfast, parking and Wi-Fi are included, and the picnic area and seasonal outdoor pool add useful extras without turning this into a resort.

The trade-off is consistency rather than a wholesale failure of the basics. Most recent feedback is positive, but several fall 2026 Expedia guests report inadequate hot water or unpleasant room odors, while housekeeping and front-desk help receive occasional criticism. The pool is listed as operating May through September. We'd skip it if dependable room condition is your priority; travelers with mobility needs should confirm their exact room arrangements before booking.

• Best for: budget-conscious sightseeing couples; families traveling by car; short theater breaks

• Watch out for: recent hot-water and room-odor complaints; pool operates seasonally; confirm mobility-friendly room arrangements

• Location: Convenient theater-district base near Highway 76; best suited to exploring Branson by car.

• Rooms: Simple, exterior-access rooms; guests often find them comfortable, but maintenance is uneven.

• Cleanliness: Mostly praised across sites, with some recent complaints about floors and room odors.

• Service: Friendly staff and breakfast service earn frequent praise; problem handling is less consistent.

• Amenities: Included breakfast, Wi-Fi and parking, plus guest laundry, picnic space and a seasonal outdoor pool.

• Fees and surprises: Early check-in can cost extra; contact the property before arriving after 10 p.m.

Axel's opinion of Willow Tree Inn, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Expedia · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Google · wanderlog.com. Reviewed Oct 20, 2026.

About Willow Tree Inn

• Property type: Hotel
• 2-star hotel
• 3381 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway, Branson
• Guest rating: 3.8/5 on Google from 372 reviews (location 4.7/5)
• Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Branson Scenic Railway: 13 min by taxi · Boone County Regional Airport: 37 min by taxi · Springfield-Branson National Airport: 63 min by taxi · Titanic Museum Attraction: 6 min by taxi · Aquarium at the Boardwalk: 6 min by taxi · Hollywood Wax Museum: 6 min by taxi
• Optional charges: Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability); Late check-in fee: USD 20.00 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
• Amenities: Outdoor pool, Breakfast (free), Parking (free), Self-service laundry, Wi-Fi (free)
• Check-in from: 15:00
• Check-out by: 11:00
• City page: Hotels in Branson

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• Room features: Fridge
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• Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
• Room features: Fridge
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