The ARC Hotel

2.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Fort Smith hotel

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

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
6813 Phoenix Ave, Fort Smith, AR, 72903
  • Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Central Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Fort Smith Convention Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room

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

Two Queen Wheel Chair Accessible

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

Standard King Room

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

Standard Two Queen Room

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

King Two Room Suite

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

Superior Single Room

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

King Wheel Chair Accessible Roll In Shower

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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
  • Central Mall - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Baptist Health-Fort Smith - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Fort Smith Convention Center - 11 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Fort Smith National Historic Site - 11 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬14 min walk

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
  • Full 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.

Languages

English

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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 full breakfast available daily

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.

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 full breakfast every day.

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.

The ARC Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 556 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1010 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only thing that I disliked was the fact when rooms were being cleaned and we came back they only had 1 towel/wash cloth when we booked for 3 people. When asked they said they were behind on laundry and would get them to us but never did. Other than that great place. Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised at this location. Very nice staff, amenities were all good, very clean and comfortable room, Close to everything, I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kavon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, budget friendly place to stay near the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marco

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

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

ARc

Very good,,,all round. Only comment was not enough outlets in room. Only 1 lamp had outlet, if others had outlets would have solved problem. Otherwise was Excellent for overall and price!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice hotel for the price point. The staff was fine. The person who handled breakfast was very good. The hot food was good, although the sausage was cold. The location was exclellent and was within minutes of all the places we needed to be. The shower was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Everyone there treated us with kindness and respect
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

April, Royse City

Liked: Amenities
Easy to park, elevators and carts to assist the check in process, and very professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dustin

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

8/10 Good

Marco

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

10/10 Excellent

nathan

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

relaxing

Very well and accommodating and very well priced
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

MOLLY

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Older property, run down and dirty but location was nice. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place!! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alissa, Fort Smith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was quite, clean, friendly and very affordable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Myron

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Poor

Old property needing repairs. Windows in the lobby were dirty, chairs stained. window valance in our room falling off the wall.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lathel Wise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Clean hotel. Had trouble with Wi-Fi on phone.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Randy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beds suck
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Disliked: Amenities
The room was not stocked with ice bucket, or coffee for the Keurig. The beds are old and uncomfortable. I stay here a lot. Will be looking for somewhere else to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025