Side Town Travel Guide
Hot Springs


Popular places to visit

Hot Springs National Park
Enjoy the hot springs and explore Hot Springs National Park, a well-known green space in Hot Springs. Amble within the natural setting or visit the spas 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.

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 hotel was close to everywhere we wanted to go
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Arlington Resort Hotel and Spa
Carpet was stained and dirty and had a huge hair ball, bathroom needed better cleaning(had hair), Understaffed, Breakfast was not worth $15 per person, you have to request turn down each day(fresh towels), turn down wasn't done on one day even though it was requested
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center
Great
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Hot Springs On the Lake
Very clean. Well accommodated with sufficient supplies.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hot Springs
Nice room
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Comfort Suites near Hot Springs Park
staff and room both great
Reviewed on 20 Feb 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 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.
