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The ARC Hotel

2.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Fort Smith hotel

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Reception
Indoor pool
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
King Two Room Suite | Living area | 27-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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6813 Phoenix Ave, Fort Smith, AR, 72903
  • Place, Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Mercy Clinic Convenient care
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, VA Medical Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard King Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(139 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Two Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(56 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Queen Wheel Chair Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Wheel Chair Accessible Roll In Shower | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Wheel Chair Accessible Roll In Shower

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Two Room Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Single Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Fort Smith

In Fort Smith .You'll find VA Medical Center and Mercy Hospital Fort Smith within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Mercy Clinic Convenient care and Advance Care Hospital-Ft Smith are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Mercy Hospital Fort Smith - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mercy Clinic Convenient care - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • VA Medical Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Fort Smith Convention Center - 11 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Fort Smith National Historic Site - 11 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The ARC Hotel

Enjoy free breakfast at this Fort Smith hotel
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly The ARC Hotel also features an indoor pool, a front-desk safe, and an elevator. Free self parking is available.

This Fort Smith hotel is smoke free.

  • 63 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The ARC Hotel offers 63 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 27-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The ARC Hotel Hotel
The ARC Hotel Fort Smith
Welcome Suites Fort Smith
The ARC Hotel Hotel Fort Smith
Holiday Inn Express Fort Smith

Frequently asked questions

How close is The ARC Hotel to the airport?

The ARC Hotel is 1.7 mi (3-min drive) away from the Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The ARC Hotel?

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The ARC Hotel on Dec 5, 2025 start from $84.0, 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.

Does The ARC Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The ARC Hotel.

Does The ARC Hotel offer free breakfast?

The ARC Hotel offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The ARC Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Choctaw Casino Too-Pocola (10-min drive) and Cherokee Casino Roland (20-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The ARC Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at The ARC Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The ARC Hotel have a pool?

The ARC Hotel features an indoor pool.

Does The ARC Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The ARC Hotel to downtown Fort Smith?

The ARC Hotel is 3.5 mi away from Fort Smith.

Reviews

The ARC Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 568 out of 1055 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 1055 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1055 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1055 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1055 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jeannie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

! DO NOT BOOK !

I booked this hotel through Hotels.com, and the experience was awful from start to finish. When I arrived, I discovered the sink wasn’t connected… water poured straight through the pipes onto the floor. Even worse, there was what looked like blood smeared near the door handle/lock. The room was unsafe, unsanitary, and completely unlivable. What made things worse was trying to resolve it. Hotels.com makes themselves nearly unreachable. I tried emailing (the addresses bounce back), calling (endless hold times), and even using the chat feature. Getting an actual human to help is almost impossible. For a company as big as Hotels.com, this lack of accountability is unacceptable and I’m still struggling to get a refund. I expected Hotels.com to at least stand behind their bookings and make the process easier, but instead I’ve been stuck chasing customer support with no results. If you’re considering this hotel — don’t. And if you’re booking through Hotels.com — be aware that if something goes wrong, you may be on your own.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is in state of a turn around from a chain. I am sure they are going to freshen it up as it was clean but a little worn on the edges. Bedding was fresh but the carpet was worn. Area seemed very safe.,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Russell

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Very unfriendly staff. I would not swim in pool. Exhaust fan for pool about rotten as seen from back of the hotel. Rooms so so. Found out they offe rt ed a better discount on their web site then expedian did. Thats says someone.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was great! Very comfortable, staff was friendly, free breakfast buffet was excellent. I’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Misty

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just ok.

Very dated but ok.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Des Moines

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joan

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There are roaches on the bedside table and crawling up the walls. 😩Don't know how I'm going to sleep. Also, booking on expedia is $10 cheaper now than what I paid, today. Tv was unplugged in the back of console. Took me a minute to figure it out. Mostly the roaches tho. Ugh.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Russell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There was a leak in our room the first night. It leaked down in to the breakfast area. We had to change rooms for the repair. No help with moving! The room we changed to had no lamp and no chair at the table. The second morning breakfast ran short of items, biscuits, sausage, eggs, etc. 30 minutes before scheduled shut down. Thougnt we might get reimbursed or comp somehow, but no! The hotel was clean, comfortable, staff were nice, courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Thurman

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jayden

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Not bad at all
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great and everyone was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Descent Hotel for Money

Hot breakfast. Nice neighbourhood. Furniture a little worn out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome breakfast ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay was okay, not bad, not great....

The stay was fine, but nothing special. I think this is the old Holiday Inn Express, rebranded. The hotel charged $25 for my pet. I'm used to paying $10-$15. I felt this was over-charging. My opinion.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Srinivas

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They had a really nice breakfast and we're kind to bring us a blanket an extra towels
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Loved this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

LINDA, Conway

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leo

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025