Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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.

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Where to Eat in Hot Springs

If you’re looking for affordable options, 501 Prime (215 E Grand Ave) and Vault (723 Central Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Hot Springs

Hot Springs in December
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hot Springs in December
Estimated hotel price
$105
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 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hot Springs departs from Dallas and takes around 1h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Hot Springs is to pick up a car rental from Memphis, which is about 176 miles from Hot Springs. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Memphis.

Plane

When flying to Hot Springs, you’ll arrive at Hot Springs Memorial Field (HOT), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hot Springs departs from Dallas and takes around 1h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Hot Springs is to pick up a car rental from Memphis, which is about 176 miles from Hot Springs. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Memphis.

Airports near Hot Springs

LITLittle Rock
HOTHot Springs Memorial Field
ELDEl Dorado Goodwin Field

Airlines serving Hot Springs

KLM
Good (1,477 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,860 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,813 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,317 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,147 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,462 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,541 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,722 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,835 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,098 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,020 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,140 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,913 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,748 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,202 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,561 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hot Springs

Average rates range from around $226 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $278 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn and Suites Hot Springs Midtown and The Waters Hot Springs, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Hot Springs, with prices from $43 to $2,303 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Hot Springs are about 19% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Hot Springs by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Hot Springs

Most booked hotels in Hot Springs

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Staybridge Suites Hot Springs By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1085 reviews)
$103+
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Candlewood Suites Hot Springs By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 664 reviews)
$84+
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The Hotel Hot Springs
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1240 reviews)
$89+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1579 reviews)
$123+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Hot Springs
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1094 reviews)
$78+
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Baymont by Wyndham Hot Springs On the Lake
2 stars
Good (7.3, 1171 reviews)
$83+
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Renting a car in Hot Springs

Renting a car in Hot Springs costs $70 per day, on average, or $140 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 2% cheaper than airport locations in Hot Springs.

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41. The most frequently booked car type in Hot Springs is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hot Springs costs $70 per day, on average, or $140 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 2% cheaper than airport locations in Hot Springs.

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41. The most frequently booked car type in Hot Springs is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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