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
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hot Springs in December
Estimated hotel price
$102
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 40m.

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 Turo and Hertz, 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 40m.

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 Turo and Hertz, among others, in Memphis.

Airlines serving Hot Springs

Lufthansa
Good (8,157 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,545 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,132 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,487 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,256 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,625 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,034 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,636 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,902 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,385 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,423 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,716 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,770 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,472 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,965 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,276 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,880 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,264 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hot Springs

Average rates range from around $230 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $226 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 Gold-Inn Hot Springs. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Hot Springs, with prices from $42 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 24% 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

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hot Springs
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 392 reviews)
$106+
Home2 Suites by Hilton Hot Springs
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 480 reviews)
$86+
Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1621 reviews)
$139+
The Hotel Hot Springs
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1453 reviews)
$108+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Hot Springs
2 stars
Good (7.3, 1556 reviews)
$70+
Baymont by Wyndham Hot Springs On the Lake
2 stars
Good (7.2, 1834 reviews)
$66+

Renting a car in Hot Springs

Renting a car in Hot Springs costs $70 per day, on average, or $141 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Hot Springs Memorial Field.

Expect to pay $4.24 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 $50.88 and $67.83. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Hot Springs, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Hot Springs costs $70 per day, on average, or $141 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Hot Springs Memorial Field.

Expect to pay $4.24 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 $50.88 and $67.83. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Hot Springs, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.