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.
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
The front desk staff person when checking in was not at all friendly.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Arlington Resort Hotel and Spa
First, the outside of the building, the neighboring park, the area, and the lobby get your hopes up. The lobby and the veranda, that is off of the lobby, is great. Definitely go there. However, the room was just awful. They say they are renovating, and I must have gotten a pre-renovation room. We ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Hot Springs On the Lake
The continental breakfast was terrible.
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
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hot Springs by IHG
great location, wonderful breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hot Springs
Checked in on a Friday where there was 3 staff members talking and I tried saying hello to which no one responded. Then I had to wait forever for someone to say I will take care of him. No problem got to our room which was room 504 and wall paper was coming off the walls and and tried taking a shower ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 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.
