Summer in Eureka Springs brings music in the park, family-friendly attractions, and scenic trails right in the middle of town. The Basin Park Hotel places you at the center of it all—with the spring that started it all just outside the door, and daily activities included with your stay.
This is more than just a place to sleep. It’s your home base for adventure, discovery, and a little relaxation between it all.
Daily Activities for All Ages
Our Resort Host keeps the calendar full with daily events designed just for hotel guests. Some highlights include:
For Adults:
- Whiskey or wine tastings from the Roenigk Cellar
- Spa1905 Tips & Techniques or DIY relaxation experiences
- A token for the Neighborhood Cocktail experience
- Live music and elevated tastings at Jack Rabbett’s Whisky Bar
- Prosecco and conversation around the fire table or hot tub on the spa deck
For Kids and Families:
- Paranormal Investigations
- Stargazing from the Crow’s Nest
- JR’s Game Room with foosball, skee ball, and board games
- Historical hikes and off-the-path walking tours
- Free admission to the Eureka Springs Historical Museum
- Downtown scavenger hunts
Things to Do in and Around Downtown
Everything listed below is walkable or a short drive or trolley ride away:
- Take a guided ghost tour or explore haunted Eureka Springs by trolley
- Visit the ziplines or ride the historic ES&NA Railway
- Book a CBD mineral soak or duet massage at Spa1905
- Say hello to big cats at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge
- Use your Basin Park activity pass to visit the Crescent Hotel pool or the Frisco Sporting Club
- Bring the bikes or lace up the hiking shoes for nearby trails at Black Bass Lake or Lake Leatherwood
Hidden Gems and Local Favorites
Don’t miss these guest favorites:
- Morning hikes to “Peculiar Things & Remarkable Springs”—free to guests
- Basin Park DIY sessions at Crescent Moon Beads
- Local sweets at Colossal Cupcakes & Cones or Sugar & Spite
- Vintage photo ops at Judge Roy Bean’s
- Caves and springs tucked throughout downtown
- Board games at Gamemakers or a challenge at Escape Room 13
- Toy nostalgia at Tee Rex
Downtown Dining Within Walking Distance
No need to drive to dinner—try these spots nearby:
- The Balcony Bar & Restaurant – right at the hotel
- Funnel cakes and sweet treats
- Amigo’s Mexican Restaurant
- Mud Street Cafe
- Colossal Cupcakes & Cones
Insider Tips When Staying at Basin Park Hotel
- Room 103: Two king beds and a balcony view of Basin Spring Park
- Sun Room Suite: Add two rollaways—great for families
- “14” Rooms: Double/Double layout plus a Jacuzzi tub
- Spa Collection Rooms: Convenient for mother/daughter trips, located inside Spa1905
- The hotel is the only full-service property in downtown Eureka Springs
Plan Your Summer Stay Today
Rooms go fast for the summer months, and the best ones don’t last long. Book your stay now and spend your summer in the heart of historic Eureka Springs.