Buckstaff Bathhouse

Thermal bathHot Springs, Arkansas, United States
Water temperature
38 °C
Source temperature
62 °C

Historic Bathhouse Row landmark in Hot Springs National Park, offering the traditional thermal-water bath circuit continuously since 1912.

About

The Buckstaff Bathhouse is the only bathhouse on Bathhouse Row in Hot Springs National Park to have operated continuously since 1912, preserving the traditional thermal-bathing ritual for which the town is famous.

Thermal spring water

The naturally heated spring water emerges from Hot Springs' protected springs at roughly 62°C (143°F), rich in minerals and free of additives. It is cooled to a comfortable bathing temperature of about 38°C (100°F) before filling the tubs.

The traditional bath package

  • Whirlpool mineral bath in a porcelain tub
  • Sitz bath
  • Steam / vapor cabinet
  • Needle shower (a returning tradition)
  • Hot towel packs
  • Optional Swedish massage

Bathhouse Row heritage

Set at 509 Central Avenue on Bathhouse Row within Hot Springs National Park, the Buckstaff carries on the full thermal-water circuit prescribed in the era of the historic reservation, on a walk-in basis with no reservations needed.

Water

Source: buckstaffbaths.com

Facilities

  • Steam room
  • Wellness

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Location

Hot Springs, Arkansas

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