Branched Oak State Recreation Area Tours

I stayed at this location for the Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats concert at Stir Cove, the venue connected to the casino. Check in was easy and the staff was friendly. I was at to sign an electronic agreement of the usuals… No pets, no smoking, no illegal drugs, etc. Fastest elevators took me to my room on the sixth floor, and when I opened the door, I was hit by a strong smell of cigarette smoke in my room. I immediately called down to the front desk to let them know my discovery and to inform them that I did not want to switch rooms but wanted it noted that I was not the person smoking in the room. It stayed the entire duration of my trip. I would’ve asked to change rooms, but my room overlooked the river and had a great view of the concert stage. Turns out I didn’t need that view because I sat on the lawn for the entire show, but it was disappointing how bad the smell was. When I unpacked after returning home, my clothes reeked of cigarette smoke. Gross.

It was busy when we arrived as there was a concert next door, but staff were efficient and friendly. Won’t hesitate to stay here again!

Magnolia is a beautiful looking place to stay but definitely needs updating in things that are minor. Our room had a ceiling that had a leak so some cracks were showing. The tv is ancient but we weren't there for that, just annoying the remote does not work easily. The in room ac worked but was old so had to press hard to change the temp. Again the place was beautiful, but no real amenities. Staff was nice and welcoming. We opted to park in the street for $6 than the $35 valet.