Hot Springs travel guide

Hot Springs Tourism | Hot Springs Guide

You're Going to Love Hot Springs

With a population of 3,711, Hot Springs is a must-see destination in South Dakota, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hot Springs to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Hot Springs

Hot Springs in January
Estimated hotel price
$60
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hot Springs in January
Estimated hotel price
$60
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hot Springs in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Hot Springs, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Hot Springs

Plane

Although Hot Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chadron (CDR), which is located 73 km from Hot Springs. Rapid City is the most popular, with regular flights from Emirates, Air New Zealand, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Hot Springs departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 50m.

Plane

Although Hot Springs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chadron (CDR), which is located 73 km from Hot Springs. Rapid City is the most popular, with regular flights from Emirates, Air New Zealand, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Hot Springs departs from Los Angeles and takes around 2h 50m.

Airports near Hot Springs

Airlines serving Hot Springs

KLM
Good (847 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,926 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (775 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (815 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (767 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,773 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (137 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (515 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (307 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (441 reviews)
Southern / Mokulele
Good (7 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hot Springs

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hills Inn and Stay Usa Hotel & Suites.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hot Springs

Most booked hotels in Hot Springs

Hills Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 499 reviews)
$107+
Americas Best Value Inn by the River Hot Springs
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 6 reviews)
$116+
Super 8 by Wyndham Hot Springs
2 stars
Good (7.4, 337 reviews)
$62+
Stay Usa Hotel & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.1, 612 reviews)
$82+
Baymont by Wyndham Hot Springs
2 stars
Good (6.2, 489 reviews)
$61+
Econo Lodge Hot Springs
2 stars
Okay (4.8, 17 reviews)
$66+

Renting a car 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.

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.