Side Town
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.
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.
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.
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
Small-Group Zipline Tour in Hot Springs
Top hotels in Side Town
The Hotel Hot Springs
Very nice place with amazing staff and close to everything. My mom lost her watch and the staff was super helpful in finding it and getting it back to her
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Arlington Resort Hotel and Spa
Definitely a step back in time, and the rooms and amenities show that. It’s comfortable enough, but the mattresses are old. The carpets are faded. The paint is peeling off the walls and the tile in the bathrooms is chipped. Yes they’re renovating, but most of the rooms have not been renovated. There’s ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center
They gave me a late checkout when I was worried about the weather. Very helpful.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Hot Springs On the Lake
overall was good breakfast could get better
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Comfort Suites near Hot Springs Park
It was people smoking an I never experienced that at comfort suites people was stomping that was in the room above us the room we had was excellent besides the other crap we had to deal with
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Red Roof Inn Hot Springs
Yes
Reviewed on 1 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 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 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.
