Uptown Travel Guide
Hot Springs
Popular places to visit
Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who live at Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo during your travels in Hot Springs. Amble within the natural setting or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
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.
Magic Springs and Crystal Falls
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Magic Springs and Crystal Falls during your trip to Hot Springs. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this family-friendly area.
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.
Things to do
Hot Springs NP Self Guided Driving and Walking Audio Tour
Top hotels in Uptown
Gold-Inn Hot Springs
This place was super cute and clean, the staff were very helpful and accommodating. Nice location, as a solo traveler I felt safe.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Hotel Hot Springs
Great bar
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Arlington Resort Hotel and Spa
No cleaning of the room once you’ve checked in. Even the second night they’ll offer housekeeping to come bring you towels. If you go, Mondays and Tuesdays, the restaurants are closed. Only breakfast is served. Places untidy rooms are filthy.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center
Great one night stay!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Hot Springs On the Lake
They are renovating so this isn't really fair to judge now. I think they need a few more months. The room was clean, the staff friendly, the decrease in stars was due to there being mold/black areas above the shower near the shower head. I have found over the years using Expedia means they put you ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Comfort Suites near Hot Springs Park
Everything was great. Easy check in and check out. Room very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was very good.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
Bathhouse Row
If you're spending some time in Bathhouse Row, Hot Springs National Park and Hot Springs National Park Visitor Center are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Hot Springs National Park and Bank of the Ozarks Arena.
Northwoods
While visiting Northwoods, you might make a stop by sights like Hot Springs National Park and Cedar Glades Park.
Oaklawn District
While visiting Oaklawn District, you might make a stop by sights like Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort and NPS Visitor Center.
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.
West Hot Springs
If you're spending some time in West Hot Springs, Hot Springs National Park and Magic Springs and Crystal Falls are top sights worth seeing.
