Located in Oaklawn District, a neighborhood in Hot Springs, The Derby Inn is near the airport and near theme parks. Bathhouse Row is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hot Springs National Park and Lake Catherine State Park. Check out an event or a game at Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort, and consider making time for Magic Springs and Crystal Falls, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Hot Springs travel guide
2208 Central Ave, Hot Springs, AR, 71901
What's nearby
The Galaxy Connection
3 min drive - 1.5 km
Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort
3 min drive - 1.5 km
T-Rex Fun Spot
3 min drive - 1.9 km
T-Rex Laser Tag
3 min drive - 1.9 km
Family Fun Park
4 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Malvern Station
29 min drive
Hot Springs, AR (HOT-Memorial Field)
10 min drive
Restaurants
Mainline Sports Bar
9 min walk
McDonald's
3 min drive
McDonald's
19 min walk
Sonic Drive-In
14 min walk
501 Prime
3 min drive
About this property
The Derby Inn
Hotel near Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort
The Derby Inn provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
Room features
All guestrooms at The Derby Inn have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
Limited onsite self parking (max 2 spaces per unit)
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Accessibility
No elevator
More
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
60-inch smart TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Restaurant dining guides
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board on request
Mobile key entry
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Guests are recommended to download the property's GOKI mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 29 to January 31:
Parking area
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay
A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.
This property's damage deposit is payable via a secure link and is due within 24 hours after booking. Advance payment of the damage deposit is required to check in.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a debit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Frequently asked questions
Is The Derby Inn pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Derby Inn?
As of 20 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Derby Inn on 21 September 2026 start from AED 317, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Derby Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at The Derby Inn?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Derby Inn located?
Located in Oaklawn District, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Hot Springs National Park. The Galaxy Connection and T-Rex Laser Tag are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Reviews
The Derby Inn Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Loved that it was a gated/key pad entry. The room was spacious including a separate sitting room. There was also a little kitchen area including a few complimentary muffins. Very clean and cutely decorated.
Loved that Derby Inn was pet friendly, clean and secure. Also the fact that it was close to Oaklawn and Bathhouse row as well as central to pretty much everything Hot Springs has to offer. I would definitely stay here again.
Wow...loved the space the Jacuzzi bathtub was such a nice added surprise. Felt secure & the location awesome as well as abundance of towels little extras like muffins & liquid cream for coffee. I actually rested! mjf
Very clean and aesthetically pleasing the rooms have everything you could need &more! The location is great you have so many things in the surrounding areas
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Michelle
14 June 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bed was super comfortable. Clean. Smelled good. The jetted tub was great. Nice centralized location.
Lighting in the bathroom was kinda dark for those gals that need good lighting to do your makeup.
Would definitely stay again.
Room was clean. Plenty of coffee and towels. Bed was comfortable. Easy keyless entry. Convenient to Casino. Would definitely stay at the Derby Inn while visiting Hot Springs again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Terri
8 April 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms were clean and well stocked. Great location for Oaklawn Racetrack and Casino.
Caitlin was the best hostess I’ve used in all my years of travel, the room was clean and comfortable. I’d stay there again if we go back to Oaklawn.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Chelsie
7 July 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
There is no management. Here you receive a code to get inside of the gate. It is in a good location in this city. The room was very nice. It's under renovations. The breakfast is some muffins and coffee and stuff in the room. They tried to make it nice on a busy street, but very clean room did not see any amenities here.Other than the inside of the room, it is a very short ride to downtown hot springs
Love the contactless check in/out and never having to see anyone but if you do have an issue they will respond to messages on the app. The snacks and drinks were unexpected but much appreciated. Thats something that made them stand out from other hotels to me. I would absolutely stay there again and highly recommend. I did have issues with the tub not draining water and the vent in bathroom needed cleaned but otherwise top notch!
Getting the ap to get the key was kind of a pain. They were very good about sending me messages. But I had no idea I would have to download another ap and then add the code....it was stressful for an "old lady". The room was nice, AC worked great, comfy bed, towels were soft and shower was small, but nice. Would have been nice to have a shelf or something in the bathroom to hold our shower supplies. Good snacks and a couple of water bottles. Keurig coffee maker. Overall, we were pleased.
Hotel is conveniently located in downtown Hot Springs, only a mile or so from the National Park. The rooms are in great condition & newly renovated. The price was reasonable & includes free parking & wifi. They offer a SmartTV with streaming apps. There's no staff on-site, but the gate access & self check-in were very easy.
Easy self check in. Fence inclosed parking lot for security. Room was comfortable, clean, and visually pleasing. Would definitely stay again! Room could use a cozy chair and the bathroom has no light over the vanity so it was very hard to see well enough to put on make up. Room had a nice little kitchenette but no pots, dishes, or silverware so we were unable to make use of the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Greg
7 June 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Very tight quarters. Door was hard to get open due to humidity. Seemed very damp. But room was overall clean except the floor.
No contact entry and gated was nice.Well stay again but will ask for a different room.
Greg- El Dorado
The gated property was a plus. Keyless entry from the app-10/10! Cleanliness was fantastic. Tv screen was huge. Lots of bath towels, hand towels, & wash rags (not like most where you have 1 set for 1 person) I had 3 sets for 1 person. The room came with some snacks (chips, cookies, muffins, & bottled water). Responsiveness of the staff through text was quick & easy. Overall, I’d recommend. Definitely will book again. It wasn’t very busy, I felt safe (as a single woman, traveling alone, this was a huge plus as well).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
John
15 March 2026
Super clean. Comfortable!! Huge TV. Awesome bath/shower. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Amy
8 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the fact that the owner was on site the first morning we were there to welcome us and to see if he could do anything for us. It is an old hotel that they have made considerable improvements on. We felt safe and it was very convenient to the track(walkable) We will stay here again.
It was a very clean and nicely remodeled room. It does need a comfortable chair for relaxing in other than the dining chairs. The snacks were plentiful and appreciated. The ice machine wasn't working while I was there. They were blowing the parking lot with a pretty loud blower at 7p.m. Probably would be better to do that between checkout and checkin. Overall I was very happy with my stay.