Kudos to the marketing staff for this hotel...the advertising for this historic hotel leads you to believe you are going somewhere really special. You're not. From my lopsided bed to the crickets everywhere to the musty odor, this was a hotel I'd rather forget. The ballroom was a lovely venue for a wedding reception, though. more

I can honestly say that I have stayed in better sleeping rooms at hotels in 3rd world countries. If you stay at this hotel, you will look back at my review and totally understand what I mean. Location is excellent, and the free breakfast was very nice. more

We were 4 couples on a motorcycle trip through Arkansas and surrounding states. We try to look for unique places to stay and the Arlington fit the profile! Lots of history, close to many things to see and do. The in-house spa was a nice experience, and an elegant old world charm that is beginning to show her age. I... more

I was so disappointed this weekend when during our baths at the Arlington Bathouse in the hotel when someone took my Mom's clothes from the locker. Mybe they were looking for a room key knowing that she would be occupied and naked for the next 2 1/2 hours. Fortunately my sister had the key and not Mom. It was embarassing... more

My wife and I visited Hot Springs for the first time and really enjoyed the experience. The Arlington, while older and pretty "worn", was a delight overall. The rate was good, the room quite and comfortable, the staff helpful, the lobby bar friendly and the location great. We like to hike and from the pool area (on the 7th floor)... more

I have always heard great stories of The Arlington, so on a recent trip to Hot Springs we gave it a try. It was average at best. We were upgraded to a bigger room because we were celebrating an anniversary. The hotel staff mentioned our anniversary several times to try to make it more special. The rooms are typical hotel... more

after reading some of the reviews for the Arlington, i was not sure what to expect. as a traveler who wanted to experience an older more historic hotel, i decided to go for it and i'm glad i did. it is true that the paint is faded, the floor tiles a bit worn and the base boards a bit dingy... more

The hotel looks like it was a grand place to stay back in the day. The lobby area is more ritzy looking than the rooms and pool area, which could use some updating. The room was a little small, as was the bathroom, but given the age of the hotel, we weren't surprised. It did seem a bit overpriced for... more

The hot tub and heated pool say it all. For parents of kids, you could book three days and hang at the pool and hot tub. The steam is just great fun and it makes one feel like you are soaking in the western states. Now, yes, the hotel is old. And yes, it's musty. And yes, the paint peels,... more