Boutique Hotels in Little Rock, AR

Situated alongside the Arkansas River lies the state’s capital, Little Rock. This charming town is home to many significant historic sites and museums, including the William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum, with exhibits including a replica of the Oval Office and presidential artifacts. With its plethora of green spaces like MacArthur Park to enjoy, delicious southern cooking and a wealth of artistic and cultural happenings, a boutique hotel in Little Rock is the perfect place for your next southern getaway.

Take a stroll through town to discover the local food scene of Little Rock, with original dishes around every corner, you’ll come across the likes of its famous cheese dip, fried pickles, tamales, fried catfish and chicken, wild duck, purple hull peas, okra, apples, fried green tomatoes, grits and a plethora of barbecue and smoked meats. And for dessert? Try Arkansas Possum Pie or Chocolate Gravy (typically served over biscuits) after enjoying some traditional country cooking.

After your meal, if you’re looking for something to wet your whistle, head to the Rock Town Distillery, where you can taste an array of award-winning spirits, try delicious cocktails, tour the facilities, and take a bottle back home with you.

For a great active day outdoors not far from the boutique hotel, head to The Arkansas River Trail to observe stunning nature and wildlife during your ride. This 16-mile rail trail starts on either side of the Clinton Presidential Park Bridge and loops between the Big Dam Bridge and the downtowns of Little Rock and North Little Rock. Then, for a bit of hiking, make a day trip just 13 miles northwest of downtown Little Rock to Pinnacle Mountain State Park to enjoy an active afternoon outdoors. Here, you’ll find the second-highest natural point in Pulaski County (a 1,011-foot summit) from the striking 2,356-acre Pinnacle Mountain.

Traveling with kids? They’ll love an afternoon of exploration at The Museum of Discovery, formerly known as the Arkansas Museum of Natural History and Antiquities. Housed in a historic building in the downtown River Market District of Little Rock, the museum offers interactive exhibits focused on STEM education, and even features a record-breaking musical bi-polar tesla coil. With its large live animal collection, the little ones will be wowed all afternoon.

Then for a different touring experience, plan a visit to The ESSE Purse Museum, which features women's handbags and the daily items carried in them. The space works to illustrate the stories of American women's lives during the 1900s for a unique take on feminine history. The museum also hosts special topic exhibits and has a great gift shop (if you’re looking for a little something to bring back home).

Enjoy your stay in charming Little Rock, and don’t forget to check out our top boutique hotels nearby in Fort Myers, Dallas and Savannah.