Hot Springs travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hot Springs

With a population of 35 193, Hot Springs is a must-see destination in Arkansas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Hot Springs deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Hot Springs

If you’re looking for affordable options, 501 Prime (215 E Grand Ave) and The Bugler (2705 Central Avenue) are great picks.

When to visit Hot Springs

Hot Springs in November
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hot Springs in November
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hot Springs in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 32 °F, with an average temperature of 42.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 5.9″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Hot Springs, with an average rainfall of 3.1″.

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How to Get to Hot Springs

Plane

When flying to Hot Springs, you’ll arrive at Hot Springs Memorial Field (HOT), which is located 5 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hot Springs departs from Dallas and takes around 1h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Hot Springs is to pick up a car rental from Memphis, which is about 283 km from Hot Springs. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Memphis.

Plane

When flying to Hot Springs, you’ll arrive at Hot Springs Memorial Field (HOT), which is located 5 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hot Springs departs from Dallas and takes around 1h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Hot Springs is to pick up a car rental from Memphis, which is about 283 km from Hot Springs. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Memphis.

Airlines serving Hot Springs

Lufthansa
Good (4,698 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,592 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,587 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,110 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,431 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,969 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,964 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,725 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,359 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (770 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (485 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (973 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (814 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (777 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (132 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (553 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hot Springs

Average rates range from around $221 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $448 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hot Springs

Most booked hotels in Hot Springs

DoubleTree by Hilton Hot Springs
4 stars
Excellent (9, 787 reviews)
$122+
Best Western Winners Circle
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1476 reviews)
$117+
The Hotel Hot Springs
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1587 reviews)
$158+
Baymont by Wyndham Hot Springs On the Lake
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1917 reviews)
$91+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Hot Springs Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1686 reviews)
$138+
Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa
2 stars
Good (6.9, 2710 reviews)
$136+

Renting a car in Hot Springs

Renting a car in Hot Springs costs $71 per day, on average, or $142 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Hot Springs.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Hot Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Hot Springs is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Cruze or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hot Springs costs $71 per day, on average, or $142 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Hot Springs.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Hot Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Hot Springs is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Cruze or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.