The Arc Hotel

Property class: 2.5

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A hotel lobby with a large chandelier, a patterned rug, a bench, and a sign indicating amenities.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a tiled floor, and a blue umbrella.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and three framed pictures on the wall.
A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk, a sofa, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large potted plant, a patterned rug, and a view through the glass doors.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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6813 Phoenix Ave, Fort Smith, AR, 72903
  • Place, VA Medical Center
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Smith Convention Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Smith National Historic Site
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Fort Smith

At The ARC Hotel you'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Advance Care Hospital-Ft Smith and 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from CHRISTUS DUBUIS Hospital of Fort Smith. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Additionally, you'll find a front desk safe, a lift and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Fort Smith hotel include Mercy Hospital Fort Smith and VA Medical Center.

What's nearby

  • VA Medical Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kay Rodgers Park - 8 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Fort Smith Convention Center - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Fort Smith National Historic Site - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Fort Smith Museum of History - 11 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
  • Chick-fil-A
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Arc Hotel

As a guest of The ARC Hotel, you'll find a vending machine, a front desk safe, and a lift. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Fort Smith hotel is smoke free.

  • 63 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
The ARC Hotel offers 63 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges 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 telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

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 transport

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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 1 October 2026 to 31 December 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from 24 July 2026 to 31 December 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Lift
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Parking area
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

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.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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-authorise 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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all 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

What is the cancellation policy at The ARC Hotel?

The ARC Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The ARC Hotel?

Yep, The ARC Hotel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The ARC Hotel?

No, The ARC Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The ARC Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The ARC Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 552 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 1020 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean, good breakfast. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exemplary the rooms were quiet and clean I would highly recommend this Motel to everyone
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome breakfast, staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed here many times & I have no complaints at all.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and the room was clean and pleasant. Air conditioner work well and kept us comfortable. Will stay here again when I come down to see my brother.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is great they are remodeling but have managed to keep all organized and kept out of way of customers staying it's quiet and clean the pool is awesome The front desk staff and housekeeping are very friendly and on point getting anything you should need to accommodate your stay. Absolutely enjoy my stay and will always come stay again thank you .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was very good and our room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very helpful front desk and very friendly. Biscuits and gravy were very good and the kids had a blast in the indoor pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is pretty dated, but it was clean and the beds were comfortable. They have a decent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room,pleasant staff and plenty of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcomed pets, friendly staff, great breakfast options
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Ok hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was really good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I checked out at 10pm due to finding bed bugs on the bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice, clean ,and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are remodeling so it was a rough experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is great. Good location with easy access to food and shopping. For the last 4 years, we have stayed at this place when we come to town. It's always clean, great staff and great service. When you compare hotel prices this is the best deal.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place was clean. Staff was very polite and friendly. Beds were hard and the pool was terribly cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fresh breakfast and nice selection. Staff friendly. Clean location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
BED BUGS. And front desk told me they were just remodeling after I asked if it was because of bed bugs why bunch of furniture was in dining area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025