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Buckstaff Bathhouse

509 Central Ave, Hot Springs National Park, AR 71901
501-623-2308
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Type: Spas, Historic Sites
Description: The only working bathhouse left on "Bathhouse Row," a popular hot springs bathing area in the 1920s.
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Boca Raton, Florida
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

I was in Hot Springs just for a day as I traveled through Arkansas. I had done some internet reading about the town, its history, and the bathhouses. I chose to “take the waters” at the Buckstaff because it would give me a once in a lifetime experience. It made me imagine I was taken back in time to when... More

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Nashville, Tennessee, USA
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Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

The Hot Springs bathhouses are no longer in their heyday, but the Buckstaff experiences does shed some light on what it would have been like to visit the spa alongside Babe Ruth. It is certainly not a luxury experience, but definitely fun, unique, and relaxing. With a little imagination, it is not hard to tune out the now casual tone... More

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Dallas, Texas
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34 attraction reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

...this is the place for you! I loved imagining it when it was built in 1912. The marble walls of the bath stalls and the Sitz Baths, the tiled floor, the old woodwork took me back to a grand time. Never mind that it hasn't been updated. In fact, I think that's what I liked the most about it. I... More

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Memphis, Tennessee, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

This was the best experience of my life, hottest water...best message..I felt like a new person..staff (julie) were GREAT! !

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Fort Worth
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013 via mobile

The hot baths done just like they did 100 years ago. I received the total package. Was treated with the utmost care. Loved it!

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Washington DC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

I loved my afternoon here! It was exactly how I'd hoped it would be. However, do not be shy about your body, as you will be seen by others in a sheet and naked by your attendant. However, they are COMPLETELY professional and I never felt uncomfortable at all. Do not let this deter you. You could wear a swimsuit... More

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Bristol, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

This was my first experience at a bath house all done the traditional way. It was an experience to say the least, a very soothing one. Felt a little rushed and hustled around but that's the way it's done to get everyone in. The ladies work themselves silly in that hot moist heat all day, love their hearts. They are... More

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Texarkana, Arkansas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013

I enjoy going to the bathhouse, but don't go if you are modest b/c you can't hide anything during the experience. You start by changing in the changing room and you are given a locker. The attendent wraps you in a sheet (white), and takes you to the bath. Your attendent will come in and scrub you legs, arms, and... More

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Iowa
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12 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

This experience is beyond words! Reasonably priced and superb staff! My daughter and I were speechless as we left. Best 2 hours of our trip!

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Tulsa, Oklahoma
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

We used to come here when I was a little girl to bring my Grandmother to go the mineral baths,so I remember this place from many years ago.It has been in operation for over 100 years so that tells you how old the facilities are.You must be prepared to be naked in front of your attendant or wear a bathing... More

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