Downtown Travel Guide
Hot Springs
Popular places to visit
Hot Springs National Park
Escape into secluded woodland and breathe in the scent of mineral-enriched water that bubbles from the ground in America’s original spa district.
Bathhouse Row
You can learn about the history of Hot Springs with a visit to Bathhouse Row. Amble within the natural setting or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Magic Springs and Crystal Falls
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Magic Springs and Crystal Falls during your trip to Hot Springs. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this family-friendly area.
Lake Catherine State Park
You can take time to visit Lake Catherine State Park during your travels to Hot Springs. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this family-friendly area.
Garvan Woodland Gardens
Enjoy the hot springs and explore Garvan Woodland Gardens, a lovely green space in Hot Springs. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Fordyce Bathhouse Vistor Center
Find out about the history of Hot Springs when you take a trip to Fordyce Bathhouse Vistor Center. Amble within the natural setting or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Downtown
The Hotel Hot Springs
The front desk staff person when checking in was not at all friendly.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center
The remodel was good! I don’t feel it was worth the price we paid to stay2 nights! Our room wasn’t cleaned our 2 nd day! I had to call to receive clean towels and pick up trash! I also had to call to get bedding for the pullout bed!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Red Roof Inn Hot Springs
Last minute option, was basically just a place to stay the night. Not much for amenities or attractions nearby but the room was plenty adequate.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Best Court
Nice little place with a great restaurant!!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Rodeway Inn Hot Springs National Park Area
This place is really great for the price point. Front desk was friendly and helpful, the room was nice and clean, and while the bed is firm it was comfortable. I would definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
All Seasons Lodge
Room was nasty, seemed like it wasn’t cleaned. The bathtub was filthy with a dead cockroach. My disabled daughter’s feet were filthy walking around the room. The room smelled awful, like cigarettes and a musty mess.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
Bathhouse Row
If you're spending some time in Bathhouse Row, Hot Springs National Park Aquarium and Hot Springs National Park Visitor Center are top sights worth seeing.
Uptown
While visiting Uptown, you might make a stop by sights like Hot Springs National Park and Tiny Town.
Oaklawn District
While visiting Oaklawn District, you might make a stop by sights like Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort and NPS Visitor Center.
Side Town
While there might not be top attractions in Side Town, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort and Buckstaff Bathhouse.
West Hot Springs
If you're spending some time in West Hot Springs, Magic Springs and Crystal Falls and Hot Springs National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Family Fun Park and Central Bowling Lanes.
