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.
Things to do
Hot Springs NP Self Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour
Hot Springs NP Self Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour
Top hotels in Downtown
The Hotel Hot Springs
Great location. Overall good experience for my family of 4!
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center
Doing the best they can during stormagedon with most everything shutdown
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Red Roof Inn Hot Springs
Breakfast was average. AC/Heat worked well. Pillows were hard. All in all was worth the price
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Best Court
Amazing day room was clean nice and lovely. Everything was new and updated 100% will stay again.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Rodeway Inn Hot Springs National Park Area
Very clean, had a fridge, no bugs, great parking even with a uhaul trailer. Pet friendly
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Secluded Retreat with Pool, King Beds in a Historic District, 2 mi from Oaklawn!
Great place for everyone to have their privacy while still supporting family time and easy access to some great walks for the pets and close to all the activities downtown.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
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 Funtrackers Family Park.
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.
