A good majority of the town of Hot Springs is located inside the National Park and thus provides excellent access to a wide variety of nearby activities. In addition, Lookout Point Lakeside Inn is located close to town and provides a great launching point for day trips and outdoor adventures! The town received its name due to the many natural hot springs; their water believed to hold medicinal properties by Native American tribes and revered in their local legends.

One of the oldest spa destinations in America, visitors have been drawn to its healing waters since the mid 1800’s. Over time, Hot Springs would come to be known as “America’s First Resort.” A visit to Bathhouse Row is also highly recommended, which preserves eight historic bathhouses originally built to accommodate the growing tourism boom the town received at that time. Nowadays, the hot springs are still the main draw of the area and are a unique attraction not to be missed. Soaking in the naturally warmed water is the experience of a lifetime. Experience for yourself and you will quickly see why Hot Springs has been a premier destination for over 150 years.

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Experience The Legendary Waters

March 2, 2018

Oh… my… hops! For the first time ever, Budweiser Clydesdales will join the fun of the First Ever 15th Annual World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Many of the guests at our Hot Springs boutique inn will attend the popular local event, which is always a blast and features a free post-parade concert. If you can’t make it to Bridge Street on March 17, 2018, we’ve rounded up a list of more reasons to raise a glass (at a local Hot Springs brewery).

Bubba Brews Taproom

Even for those guests of Lookout Point Inn who return to Hot Springs year after year, there are always new places to visit. Bubba Brews Taproom is a newcomer to downtown, though it is not the first location brought to us by its Hot Springs native owners. The Taproom has great ambience, local Arkansas beer, and menu items like Mini Pork Belly Corndogs.

Superior Bathhouse Brewery

If you haven’t made it to Superior Bathhouse yet, you should definitely add it to your bucket list, or your growler list – whichever comes first…it’s a completely unique experience. As the only brewery in the country operating within a National Park, they offer you a seat in a renovated historic bathhouse and serve you beer brewed with the famous Hot Springs spring water. Travelers who like their beer on the funky or sour side, you’re in luck: Superior Bathhouse has released their first craft brew made with Brettanomyces.

Steinhaus Keller

For another classic Hot Springs brewery experience, try German restaurant Steinhaus Keller. The staff is knowledgeable and the “bier” list extensive. Indoor and outdoor seating provides a great atmosphere for enjoying an import, some wurst, and apple strudel in the late afternoon or evening.

Craft Beer Cellar is the only retailer that makes this list of Hot Springs hotspots, and for good reason! This shop run by a Hot Springs local, hosts events every week, including tap parties and tastings. If you make it to town for St. Patrick’s Day fun, you should know they participate in a downtown Beer Block Party starting at 4PM!

Grateful Head Pizza and Beer Garden

Of course, we could probably write an entire blog post about great places you can pair pizza and beer in Hot Springs, but for today we’ll focus on Grateful Head Pizza. It’s located very close to the free public parking garage downtown, and their laid back environment sometimes features live music. The definite star, though, is their terrace beer garden!

We hope to see you at the St. Patrick’s Day festivities! Just in case you can’t make it (or even if you can) there is a local Hot Springs brewery for you to kick back and celebrate any day of the year! To complete the perfect getaway, come stay at our top rated bed and breakfast at Lookout Point Inn, and enjoy breathtaking views of Arkansas’ Lake Hamilton and our gardens.

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Hot Springs Brewery Roundup – 5 Reasons to Raise a Glass!

March 1, 2018

As the Number One Hotel for Romance in Arkansas and Hot Springs, we know a thing or two about enchanting spots to dine in our area. Read on for all the juicy details about the 5 most romantic restaurants in Hot Springs, AR.

1. Luna Bella \
Luna Bella Cuisine at romantic restaurant in Hot Springs, AR \
104 Grand Isle Way – Hot Springs, AR | (501) 520-5862 \
Mon, Weds, Thurs: 5pm – 9pm, Fri & Sat: 5pm – 10pm, closed Sun, Tues \
This Italian/American spot is a guest favorite. Enjoy unique wines, martinis and second to none steaks at one of Hot Spring’s finest restaurants. Only 0.8 miles, 2 minutes from our inn. \
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2. Via Roma Italian Restaurant \
Italian cuisine - Restaurant in Arkansas \
1521 Malvern Ave – Hot Springs, AR | (501)318-1516 \
Sun & Tue – Thurs: 5pm – 9pm, Fri & Sat: 5pm – 10pm, closed Mon \
If you’re looking for fine Italian dining in a romantic atmosphere, this is it. Savor elegant and delicious food served in generous portions. Only 7.3 miles, 14 minutes from the inn. \
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3. Rolando’s Restaurante \
Top Restaurants in Hot Springs \
210 Central Ave, Hot Springs, AR | 501-318-6054 \
Sun – Thurs 11am – 9pm, Fri & Sat 11am – 10pm \
Take in the beautiful presentation of entrees and hand-carved murals on the walls. Rolando’s offers Ecuadorean, Latin, Spanish, Central American, Mexican and Southwestern cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are also available. Only 7.2 miles, 15 minutes from the inn. \
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4. Jahnas Restaurant \
Steak and Crab Legs at romantic restaurant in AR \
1803 Airport Rd, Hot Springs, AR 71913 | (501) 767-0200 \
Thurs 5pm – 8:30pm, Fri & Sat 5pm – 9:30pm, Sun 5pm – 8pm, Closed Mon – Wed \
This steakhouse offers a lively but romantic option for Latin American fare. A full bar & lush outdoor patio with twinkling lights set the mood. Choose from a selection of steaks, seafood and American cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are available here as well. Only 8.6 miles, 15 minutes from the inn. \
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5. J&S Italian Villa \
Seafood Restaurant - Mussels Dish \
4332 Central Ave – Hot Springs, AR | (501) 525-1121 \
Mon – Thurs: 5pm – 9pm, Fri & Sat: 5pm – 10pm, closed Sun \
For traditional Italian and ambiance, this is the place. Come here for Italian classics, seafood, steaks, and a full bar. Only 2.4 miles, 4 minutes from the inn. \
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Romantic Guest Rooms \
Top B&B in Hot Springs - Fireplace \
The night doesn’t stop there. After a sumptuous dinner at one of the most romantic restaurants in Hot Springs, AR, experience the luxury of one of our lake view rooms or suites and whatever your heart desires – whether you’re in the mood for wine, roses, chocolate or a relaxing and invigorating massage, spoil the one you love when you book your romantic getaway and add the perfect indulgent special to your rendezvous for two.


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The Five Most Romantic Restaurants in Hot Springs

June 1, 2007

Charles & Jamie met on a “blue moon”, and married on a “blue moon” in May at Lookout Point! Notice her blue bouquet. Surrounded by the heavenly scent of gardenias in full bloom, the wedding couple make their way through the gardens to the setting by the lake for their wedding.

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Blue Moon Wedding

At Lookout Point Lakeside Inn, we know that love is strengthened by time together. You have charted the course of life together and deserve time spent away from it all to reconnect and reaffirm. Let us provide the amenities to ensure your time spent here creates long-lasting memories to take home and cherish. Book your unforgettable anniversary getaway in Arkansas today!

Make your anniversary getaway extra special and even more memorable by taking advantage of our many romance packages we offer for our love birds. From setting the mood with all the romantic details like chilled champagne, flowers and chocolates to fully spoiling yourselves with a couples massage treatment and romantic date night, and everything in between, there’s something for every couple. See package details and choose the best suited for your celebration.

Filled bathtub, candle, rose petals in the Mayflower Suite at Lookout Point Lakeside Inn

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Book an Anniversary to Remember

Our Hot Springs wedding venue is the perfect setting for your spring or summer elopement in Arkansas. Imagine a fairy tale elopement in the Ouachita Mountains overlooking a tranquil bay of beautiful Lake Hamilton. Experience luxury, pampering, relaxation, superb hospitality and privacy at our Hot Springs, AR luxury bed and breakfast.

See our photo gallery for amazing elopement and intimate wedding photos to inspire ideas for your dream spring or summer elopement. Our Hot Springs elopement packages ensure that every detail is taken care of without breaking the bank.

For the couple that prefers an intimate and private no-frills experience in a beautiful setting with a meaningful wedding ceremony, choose our Sapphire Elopement Wedding for TWO Package, featuring a personalized wedding ceremony by a professional officiant, use of the inn and gardens for your wedding photography and one hour reserved from the start of the scheduled time for the ceremony.

Or choose our Emerald Elopement Wedding for TWO Package, perfect for the couple who wants a private wedding ceremony and reception with the beauty and significance – and a custom single-tiered wedding cake, chilled bottle of champagne, and souvenir flutes ready in your guest room after the ceremony.

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The Most Romantic Elopements

The sun is out, temperatures are high, and summer is here! It is the perfect time for a weekend getaway near Dallas, and there is nowhere better to vacation than at our #1 rated boutique hotel in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Drive just a few hours to escape the city and enjoy stunning crystal clear Lake Hamilton, right in our backyard at Lookout Point Lakeside Inn.

This season brings endless activities to Lake Hamilton, which our property overlooks. If you just want to relax and enjoy the breathtaking lake views, you can do so from any room at our luxury inn or from your private table during our two-course breakfast. To get a closer view of the water, swing in our lakeside hammocks or borrow one of our new non-motorized watercrafts. Our classic red canoe, multiple new single kayaks, a 2-person kayak, and a 4-person pedal boat are complimentary to our guests and perfect for enjoying the calmness of the water. Fishing is also an option on Lake Hamilton, which is stocked with prize-winning fish throughout the summer.

Looking for a little more luxury on the water? Lookout Point guests are invited to hop aboard “The Lady,” our 24-foot Tri-toon pleasure craft, for a cruise on the lake. We offer pre-dinner cruises with wine, iced tea, and an assortment of cheese and crackers. For a more intimate experience, you can take a private cruise either in the morning, complete with mimosas and fresh-baked muffins, or in the afternoon, which includes Champagne and chocolate covered strawberries. You can also rent your own boat and add on wakeboards, inner tubes, and water skis if you want more adventure. Lookout Point has two boat slips that are available and complimentary for our guests (advance reservation for a slip required, contact the inn directly to reserve).

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Escape on the Lake

March 2, 2018 \
Oh… my… hops! For the first time ever, Budweiser Clydesdales will join the fun of the First Ever 15th Annual World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Many of the guests at our Hot Springs Inn will attend the popular local event, which is always a blast and features a free post-parade concert. If you can’t make it to Bridge Street on March 17, 2018, we’ve rounded up a list of more reasons to raise a glass (at a local Hot Springs brewery).

Bubba Brews Taproom \
Even for those guests of Lookout Point Inn who return to Hot Springs year after year, there are always new places to visit. Bubba Brews Taproom is a newcomer to downtown, though it is not the first location brought to us by its Hot Springs native owners. The Taproom has great ambience, local Arkansas beer, and menu items like Mini Pork Belly Corndogs.

Superior Bathhouse Brewery \
If you haven’t made it to Superior Bathhouse yet, you should definitely add it to your bucket list, or your growler list – whichever comes first…it’s a completely unique experience. As the only brewery in the country operating within a National Park, they offer you a seat in a renovated historic bathhouse and serve you beer brewed with the famous Hot Springs spring water. Travelers who like their beer on the funky or sour side, you’re in luck: Superior Bathhouse has released their first craft brew made with Brettanomyces.

Steinhaus Keller \
For another classic Hot Springs brewery experience, try German restaurant Steinhaus Keller. The staff is knowledgeable and the “bier” list extensive. Indoor and outdoor seating provides a great atmosphere for enjoying an import, some wurst, and apple strudel in the late afternoon or evening.

Craft Beer Cellar is the only retailer that makes this list of Hot Springs hotspots, and for good reason! This shop run by a Hot Springs local, hosts events every week, including tap parties and tastings. If you make it to town for St. Patrick’s Day fun, you should know they participate in a downtown Beer Block Party starting at 4PM!

Grateful Head Pizza and Beer Garden \
Of course, we could probably write an entire blog post about great places you can pair pizza and beer in Hot Springs, but for today we’ll focus on Grateful Head Pizza. It’s located very close to the free public parking garage downtown, and their laid back environment sometimes features live music. The definite star, though, is their terrace beer garden!

We hope to see you at the St. Patrick’s Day festivities! Just in case you can’t make it (or even if you can) there is a local Hot Springs brewery for you to kick back and celebrate any day of the year! To complete the perfect getaway, come stay at our top rated bed and breakfast at Lookout Point Inn, and enjoy breathtaking views of Arkansas’ Lake Hamilton and our gardens.

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The World's Shortest St. Paddy's Day Parade

Our lake is stocked with prize winning fish throughout the summer, with over $100,000 prize dollars given for the tagged fish this year. You’re welcome to fish from our dock or bring your own fishing boat. To fish with a pro, we’re happy to recommend area fishing guides. Don’t forget to bring your tackle box with you, and be sure to get an Arkansas fishing license.

If you’re looking to spend a little more time on the water, you can rent a boat from several companies just a few minutes away and enjoy exploring the lake on your own schedule. Make it fun and adventurous by adding tubing, wake boarding or water skiing to your day. If you would like to bring your own boat, our lakeside hotel in Hot Springs, AR provides a complimentary boat slip by reservation, but you’ll have to launch at the Fish Hatchery.

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Catching Prize-Winning Fish

They’re baaaaaack! Cruises that is, at our luxurious Hot Springs boutique hotel. The ‘Lady’, our 24-foot Tri-toon pleasure craft, is back out on Lake Hamilton waiting for you. She can seat up to 10 people in her sumptuous pillow-cushioned seats. Her dual-Bimini canopy protects you from the sun and her multi-speaker stereo system keeps you entertained. See details below about this must-do activity during your stay at our lakeside inn.

Pre-Dinner Cruises  |  5:00-6:00pm
$75/person or $150/couple

Wave at boaters passing by while you look out for wildlife and take in the gorgeous scenery on your tour of our beautiful lake. With your fun and relaxing cruise, you’ll enjoy complimentary wine and charcuterie.

Available: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday. For insurance purposes, all cruise-passengers must be registered guests of the Inn at the time of the cruise.

Private Cruises  |  10:00-11:00am or 2:00-3:00pm
$295/couple

If you’re looking for a more intimate experience, then schedule one of our private lake cruises. Our Morning Cruise includes a bottle of sparkling wine, orange juice, and fresh baked muffins. The Afternoon Cruise comes with a bottle of sparkling wine and a dozen chocolate covered strawberries. Additional arrangements and substitutions can be made, or you can customize with any of our unique Lookout Point packages.

We can also accommodate a private group of up to 6 people. Call the Inn at 501-525-6155 for details and pricing.

Available: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday. For insurance purposes, all cruise-passengers must be registered guests of the Inn at the time of the cruise.

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Cruising Lake Hamilton

Fall in love with Arkansas this autumn as the weather cools down and the colors warm up! Radiant red and orange leaves will paint the landscape in our area, making it a gorgeous season for a getaway to Hot Springs. The fall foliage in Arkansas is known to draw in visitors from all over the world, so don't miss out on this stunning sight. We have handcrafted this 3-day itinerary so you can enjoy the best of Hot Springs during your stay with us at our luxury lakefront inn this season.

**Day 1**

Check in at Lookout Point Lakeside Inn and get settled in your luxurious guest room or suite.
Sip on an artisanal, handcrafted cocktail at Lakeview Bistro before going into town.
Indulge yourself with fine dining at one of these top restaurants in Hot Springs.
Return to the Inn and swing in our hammocks while you watch the vibrant sunset, reflected on the tranquil water of Lake Hamilton.

**Day 2**

Wake up to the smell of our custom blend coffee and join us for a delectable breakfast. Sip on your warm, freshly-brewed cup of coffee and enjoy your tasty meal by our soothing waterfall on the patio, breathing in the crisp fall air.

Visit the Garvan Woodland Gardens, a world-class botanical garden on Lake Hamilton, to see the rainbow of colors in the practically endless sea of hibiscus, roses, wildflowers, chrysanthemums, and more.
Unleash your inner foodie and try out one of these unique local grills or ethnic restaurants for lunch.
Stroll along Central Avenue and explore the many great locally-owned specialty shops and award winning art galleries in historic downtown Hot Springs.
Return to our hotel and reminisce about your adventurous day together during a cruise on our luxury boat, complete with wine and an assortment of cheeses, crackers, and fruit. (Cruises available April through October.)
Relax on the property and order our elevated bar bites and sumptuous flatbreads for dinner.

**Day 3**

Savor another freshly-prepared breakfast in our Sunroom, dining room, library, or in your guest room and delight in the lakefront and garden views, especially the beautiful birds as they sing and dance around our feeders.
Begin your last day with a peaceful morning on the lake, paddling in our classic red canoe or one of our kayaks, or riding on our 4-person pedal boat.
After you check out, go for a hike on one of the four trails in Lake Catherine State Park and take in the picturesque Falls Creek Falls and Ouachita Mountain views.
Treat yourself after your hike with one last delectable lunch from one of the many authentic local restaurants in Hot Springs’ diverse food scene.
Refresh and rejuvenate at the famed Bathhouse Row, where you can take a dip in the soothing, heated waters or be pampered with a full-body massage.
Say “see you later” to Hot Springs, while you marvel at the scenic views that line the roads on your drive home.

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All Things Fall: Three Perfect Days

For the outdoor enthusiast, Hot Springs, Arkansas is a fantastic place to break out those hiking boots and explore the natural beauty of the area. With a wide variety of trails nearby at varying lengths and difficulty, you’re sure to find one that’s right for you. Hiking is available year-round and different seasons offer new ways to experience the outdoors. Hiking in spring and summer is lush and green, autumn is a great time to see the fall foliage, and winter’s serene stillness makes for a wonderful hike for those willing to brave the cold. Make sure and check out the National Park Service website for a list of nearby trails and pick up some hiking maps of the area available at our front desk.

Especially beautiful in spring and early summer is the Garvan Woodland Gardens, though the gardens themselves have blooms for every season. A 210-acre botanical garden located on Lake Hamilton, it is a fantastic place to get lost walking amongst the gorgeous scenery.

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