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
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hot Springs in December
Estimated hotel price
$100
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 Thrifty and Turo, 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 Thrifty and Turo, among others, in Memphis.

Airports near Hot Springs

LITLittle Rock
HOTHot Springs Memorial Field
ELDEl Dorado Goodwin Field

Airlines serving Hot Springs

KLM
Good (1,431 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,618 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,569 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,084 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,042 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,432 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,513 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,600 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,417 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,085 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,889 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,020 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,649 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,183 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,646 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,555 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hot Springs

Average rates range from around $213 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $219 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 $37 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 5% cheaper 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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DoubleTree by Hilton Hot Springs
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 792 reviews)
$115+
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Staybridge Suites Hot Springs By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1076 reviews)
$86+
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The Hotel Hot Springs
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1206 reviews)
$89+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1546 reviews)
$116+
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Baymont by Wyndham Hot Springs On the Lake
2 stars
Good (7.3, 1141 reviews)
$61+
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Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa
2 stars
Good (6.8, 2447 reviews)
$108+
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Renting a car in Hot Springs

Renting a car in Hot Springs costs $68 per day, on average, or $137 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 $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. 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 Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hot Springs costs $68 per day, on average, or $137 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 $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. 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 Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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