Northwoods Travel Guide
Hot Springs
Popular places to visit
Hot Springs National Park
Escape into secluded woodland and breathe in the scent of mineral-enriched water that bubbles from the ground in America’s original spa district.
Bathhouse Row
You can learn about the history of Hot Springs with a visit to Bathhouse Row. Amble within the natural setting or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Lake Catherine State Park
You can take time to visit Lake Catherine State Park during your travels to Hot Springs. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this family-friendly area.
Garvan Woodland Gardens
Enjoy the hot springs and explore Garvan Woodland Gardens, a lovely green space in Hot Springs. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Fordyce Bathhouse Vistor Center
Find out about the history of Hot Springs when you take a trip to Fordyce Bathhouse Vistor Center. Amble within the natural setting or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Cedar Glades Park
Explore the great outdoors at Cedar Glades Park, a lovely green space in Hot Springs.
Things to do
Hot Springs NP Self Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour
Top hotels in Northwoods
Family Fun House - Pet Friendly-
Love the view out the back an the hike down to the the water i d8dnt want to leave we will be back with the kids next time
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Starlight Haven Hot Springs
We enjoyed the stay
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Arlington Resort Hotel and Spa
We always love staying here! Wish it wasn’t $22 a day to park in the garage. That’s my only complaint :(
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
The Hotel Hot Springs
Nice room. Good location
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center
Enjoyed our stay at Embassy Suites of Hot Springs. Room clean, hotel staff friendly. Paid parking for certain areas of parking and also free areas. Shout out to Billy he checked us in and gave great recommendations for food and local entertainment.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Hot Springs On the Lake
Good staff and clean room
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Northwoods
Uptown
While visiting Uptown, you might make a stop by sights like Hot Springs National Park and Tiny Town.
Bathhouse Row
If you're spending some time in Bathhouse Row, Mountain Valley Spring Water Visitor Center and Hot Springs National Park Visitor Center are top sights worth seeing.
Piney
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Piney. You might want to make time for a stop at Hot Springs National Park or Ouachita National Forest.
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Bank of the Ozarks Arena and Hot Springs National Park.
Side Town
While there might not be top attractions in Side Town, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort and Funtrackers Family Park.
Oaklawn District
While visiting Oaklawn District, you might make a stop by sights like Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort and NPS Visitor Center.
