⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo for 2026

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A doorway with a stained glass chandelier, a stone fountain, and a sculpture of a horse.

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A covered porch with white wicker furniture and columns.

A large stately building with a grand entrance, a fountain, and a well-maintained lawn.

1. The Reserve at Hot Springs

Oaklawn District, 3.1 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Tim

S$480

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter with a display case, and artwork on the walls.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

An outdoor patio area with brick walls, green chairs, and tables.

2. The Hotel Hot Springs

Downtown, 2 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Bryon

S$154

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel with a sign reading "The Derby Inn" and a fenced entrance.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a kettle on wooden shelves.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and wooden cabinets.

3. The Derby Inn

Oaklawn District, 3 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Kallyiah

S$129

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and hanging pendant lights. There are several appliances, including a coffee maker and a toaster.

A modern office space with a desk, chair, computer, and a large window with a view of a building.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, ceiling fan, large window, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

4. Rodeway Inn Hot Springs National Park Area

Downtown, 3.1 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Sue

S$91

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A spacious indoor courtyard with multiple seating areas, including tables and benches, surrounded by plants and modern architecture.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants.

A modern outdoor bar area with a pool table, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a living area, a dining table, and a separate bedroom.

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center

Downtown, 2.3 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Corey

S$155

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel reception area with a coffee machine, self-service beverage station, and various amenities like hand sanitizer and paper products.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with a red roof in the background.

A motel with a red roof, a parking lot, and a forested hillside in the background.

6. Red Roof Inn Hot Springs

Downtown, 3.1 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Karen

S$86

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A spiral staircase with wooden steps and a metal railing.

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, featuring two prominent towers with illuminated tops.

A bar area with a mural, bar counter, and seating.

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved design, surrounded by lounge chairs and a deck area.

7. Arlington Resort Hotel and Spa

Bathhouse Row, 1.8 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Amber

S$187

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

An indoor amusement park with various rides and attractions.

A kitchen with a teal and white cabinet, a Bunn coffee maker, and a microwave on the counter.

A storefront with a sign reading "Bath House Row Winery" and "Free Wine Tastings."

An indoor bumper car arena with multiple bumper cars in various colors.

8. All Seasons Lodge

Downtown, 2 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Jeffery

S$95

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A reception area with a brick counter, a door, and framed certificates on the wall.

9. Studio 6 Suites Hot Springs, AR

Downtown, 3 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Laken

S$86

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with a table and chairs, a leather sofa, and a stone fireplace.

A wooden cabin with a wooden deck and a hanging light fixture.

A wooden cabin with a wooden deck and stairs leading up to it, surrounded by trees and greenery.

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, and a window.

10. Starlight Haven Hot Springs

Northwoods, 4.2 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Teresa

S$288

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern Microtel by Wyndham hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern reception area with a blue wall, a wooden reception desk, a map of the USA on the wall, and a 'MICRO' sign indicating a microbrewery.

A modern lounge area with seating, a TV, and large windows offering views.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

11. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Hot Springs

Oaklawn District, 4 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Sean

S$121

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hotel reception area with a curved reception desk, a receptionist, and a seating area with chairs.

A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled deck, lounge chairs, and a poolside area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a small table.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone pillars, and a glass door entrance.

12. Comfort Suites near Hot Springs Park

Midtown, 5.4 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Donald

S$131

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel with a covered entrance, an American flag, and a brick facade.

A breakfast bar with a menu sign, fruit bowl, and a sign indicating a cafeteria style breakfast.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

A hotel room with two beds, a painting, a desk, and a chair.

13. Best Western Winners Circle

Oaklawn District, 3.5 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Vivienne

S$144

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A view of a lake from a deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by trees and a wooden railing.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a sink, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and two paintings on the wall.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a gazebo, surrounded by trees and a view of a lake.

14. The Wharf Resort

Lake Hamilton, 9.1 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

DaMara

S$252

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A living room with a dark blue sofa, a small table, and a view of a lakeside patio with a table and umbrella.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, a bedroom with two beds, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious living room with a large window, a dark-colored sofa, a coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

15. Willow Beach Resort

Lake District, 8 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Jasmine

S$108

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a rooftop deck, and a view of the water.

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, string lights, and outdoor furniture.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a view of a body of water and buildings.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and a view of the water.

16. DoubleTree by Hilton Hot Springs

Lake District, 8.1 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Michael

S$155

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious living area with a dining table, multiple chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, two armchairs, and a coffee table.

A modern hallway with a reception desk, a glass door leading outside, and a view of the street.

17. Hotsprings Village Inn

15.5 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Patti

S$107

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio with stone walls, wicker furniture, a fire pit, and string lights.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered area, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a wooden facade.

A hotel with a sign reading "HOME 2 Suites by Hilton" and a modern building facade.

A modern kitchen with a long counter, built-in appliances, and a variety of storage cabinets.

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Hot Springs

Lake Hamilton, 8.7 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Ira

S$142

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, and two pendant lights.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a parking area with several vehicles.

19. Candlewood Suites Hot Springs by IHG

Midtown, 4.9 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

RONALD

S$123

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A view from a covered deck overlooking a river, with trees and a dock in the background.

A kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a dining table, and a red sofa.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.

A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by trees.

20. Echo Canyon Resort & Marina

14.5 km from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Carmin

S$141

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Reserve at Hot Springs	9.8 Exceptional 35 reviews	View
The Hotel Hot Springs	8.8 Excellent 2,031 reviews	View
The Derby Inn	9.0 Wonderful 111 reviews	View
Rodeway Inn Hot Springs National Park Area	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center	8.8 Excellent 1,281 reviews	View

Top Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo Hotel Reviews

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Hot Springs

8/10 Good

"Nice place to stay if you are just looking for a place to sleep and have a good breakfast. The staff was very friendly. The room was clean. Good size and clean area for breakfast. Quiet. Comfortable bed and cold A/C. This is a Microtel Inn so the bathroom space was limited. Priced good.I would stay here again."

Best Western Winners Circle

10/10 Excellent

"It is right across from Oaklawn Park, casino and event center. The rooms were clean. It is an older property."

The Derby Inn

8/10 Good

"The room was very clean and comfortable. Only complaint is that there was no soap."

Arlington Resort Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean.Staff was friendly. We enjoyed the Hot tub and pool."

Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center

8/10 Good

"Ok. It could be better."

The Waters Hot Springs, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was not long enough. A lot of well preserved history! The staff, including Jamez with the valet service was very helpful when we arrived late in the evening. The front desk staff were also very friendly and helpful. The hotel was clean and accommodating, will stay again."

Red Roof Inn Hot Springs

8/10 Good

"Pool was amazing and bed was super comfortable. Breakfast was basic as can be. Really needed a nightstand on BOTH sides of the bed. We ended up making our own out of the suitcase rack and a pizza box."

Rodeway Inn Hot Springs National Park Area

10/10 Excellent

"What a great place to stay. We stayed with them while going for a passport. They were very polite and helpful with recommendations for the area. Very clean! Thank you again!"

The Happy Hollow

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great. Clean room, comfy beds, good shower pressure, the room stayed cool on 90+ days, fabulous location to the National Park (across the street) AND a few blocks downhill was downtown! Very quiet at night, loved the outdoor table and chairs for morning coffee, brewed in a REAL cup in our room, enjoying the view of the National Park . The owner is so kind and thoughtful, and gave us great advice on things to do, places to go!"

Other attractions near Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Bathhouse Row

9.2/10 (2,874 reviews)

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.

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Tiny Town

8.4/10 (37 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Tiny Town, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Hot Springs. Discover the hot springs and spas in this family-friendly area.

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Mountain Valley Spring Water Visitor Center

8.6/10 (209 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Hot Springs with a trip to Mountain Valley Spring Water Visitor Center. Discover the hot springs and spas in this family-friendly area.

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Vienna Theatre

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Vienna Theatre, a popular theatre in Hot Springs. Amble within the natural setting or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

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Ohio Club

Ohio Club is just one of the places to see in Hot Springs, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Quapaw Baths

9.2/10 (393 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Hot Springs with a trip to Quapaw Baths. Amble within the natural setting or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

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The Gangster Museum of America

8.6/10 (105 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at The Gangster Museum of America, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Hot Springs. Amble within the natural setting or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

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Buckstaff Bathhouse

8.6/10 (458 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Hot Springs with a visit to Buckstaff Bathhouse. Amble within the natural setting or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo?

Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Hot Springs known for its hot springs and beautiful lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 55 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo?

The Hotel Hot Springs is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 1.3 mi (2 km) from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo. Other good choices within a few miles include Arlington Resort Hotel and Spa and Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center.

How many hotels will I find close to Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo?

Expedia has 55 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo.

What can I see and do near Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo?

Mountain Valley Spring Water Visitor Center, Mid-America Science Museum and The Gangster Museum of America feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Quapaw Baths, Bathhouse Row and Buckstaff Bathhouse are must-sees while exploring the area. You can enjoy live performances at Vienna Theatre and The Five Star Dinner Theatre.

Hotels near Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

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Our top choices for Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo hotels

1. The Reserve at Hot Springs

2. The Hotel Hot Springs

3. The Derby Inn

4. Rodeway Inn Hot Springs National Park Area

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center

6. Red Roof Inn Hot Springs

7. Arlington Resort Hotel and Spa

8. All Seasons Lodge

9. Studio 6 Suites Hot Springs, AR

10. Starlight Haven Hot Springs

11. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Hot Springs

12. Comfort Suites near Hot Springs Park

13. Best Western Winners Circle

14. The Wharf Resort

15. Willow Beach Resort

16. DoubleTree by Hilton Hot Springs

17. Hotsprings Village Inn

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Hot Springs

19. Candlewood Suites Hot Springs by IHG

20. Echo Canyon Resort & Marina

Compare popular hotels close to Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Top Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo Hotel Reviews

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Hot Springs

Best Western Winners Circle

The Derby Inn

Arlington Resort Hotel and Spa

Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center

The Waters Hot Springs, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Red Roof Inn Hot Springs

Rodeway Inn Hot Springs National Park Area

The Happy Hollow

Other attractions near Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

Bathhouse Row

Tiny Town

Mountain Valley Spring Water Visitor Center

Vienna Theatre

Ohio Club

Quapaw Baths

The Gangster Museum of America

Buckstaff Bathhouse

Frequently asked questions