Side Town 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 Side Town
The Hotel Hot Springs
Good clean room
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Arlington Resort Hotel and Spa
The hotel is tired but clean. Can’t beat the location!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center
Our room was very comfortable. I wish the pool had been a bit bigger. Its one of the only hotels in that area with an indoor pool. Breafast was good.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Hot Springs On the Lake
Unfortunately I did not have the same experience as others that I read before booking this hotel. We checked in late (around 10pm) and when we got to our room we quickly noticed that it was not very clean, the floors were sticky with random dust and garbage in the corners, the counters were sticky, ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Red Roof Inn Hot Springs
Unaware the pool was closed when booking it
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Hot Springs, AR
Pet friendly.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Side Town
Lake District
If you're spending some time in Lake District, Hot Springs Mall and Hot Springs National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Oaklawn District
While visiting Oaklawn District, you might make a stop by sights like Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort and NPS Visitor Center.
Sunset Bay
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sunset Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Hot Springs Mall and Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Family Fun Park and Central Bowling Lanes.
Piney
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Piney. You might want to make time for a stop at Mid-America Science Museum or Hot Springs National Park.
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Bank of the Ozarks Arena and Hot Springs National Park.
