Side Town Travel Guide
Hot Springs
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Funtrackers Family Park
Take the family on an outing to Funtrackers Family Park during your trip to Hot Springs. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs.
Top hotels in Side Town
The Hotel Hot Springs
"Really helpful to use the shuttle. The staff was very helpful and polite. Will return."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Arlington Resort Hotel and Spa
"Advertised parking and breakfast as complimentary. Both were quite pricy."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center
"Layout of lobby areas for family gathering Suite rooms with separate living spaces Omelette bar loved it Coffee was too strong and not good"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Hot Springs On the Lake
"Breakfast offerings: scrambled eggs, link sausages, biscuits and gravy, milk, water, muffins. No juice of any kind- the machine was broken. Average in taste, nothing was that tasty."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Red Roof Inn Hot Springs
"Nice & met our needs adequately."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Comfort Suites near Hot Springs Park
"Our king room was upgraded to a suite! The hotel was not full and the suite was available…such a nice gesture! Front desk staff was friendly and helpful and the hot breakfast was great with so many options! The room was clean, quiet and the bed was comfy! We will definitely stay here again if/when ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 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 Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf.
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 Hot Springs National Park or Ouachita National Forest.
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Bank of the Ozarks Arena and Hot Springs National Park.
