Astral Spa Retains Four-Star Rating; Oaklawn Hotel, The OAK room & bar, and The Bugler Recommended in 2025 Forbes Travel Guide
Astral Spa at Oaklawn Hot Springs remains the only spa in Arkansas to receive a Forbes 4-Star Rating. And, now, joining the Oaklawn Hotel with a 2025 Forbes recommended rating are two Oaklawn restaurants - The OAK room & bar and The Bugler.
"It is a great honor to have The OAK room & bar and The Bugler join the Oaklawn Hotel as recommendations in the 2025 Forbes Travel Guide. To have The Astral Spa again rise to the top as one of the few spas in the country to receive a 4-Star Rating is astounding," said Louis Cella, President of Oaklawn Hot Springs. "We designed Oaklawn to be a world-class resort that Arkansas can be proud of. These recognitions from one of the world's preeminent hospitality rating systems confirm that our vision has become a reality."
Located inside the Oaklawn Casino, The OAK room & bar offers a modern fine dining experience featuring highly composed plates, an extensive wine list, and unique cocktails.
Casually upscale, The Bugler presents select seafood and steak options and a large outdoor patio that overlooks Oaklawn's historic racetrack.
"I am especially excited for our spa, hotel, and food and beverage team members," said Wayne Smith, General Manager of Oaklawn Hot Springs. "These men and women have worked incredibly hard for the past three years to provide luxury service to our guests. Their daily commitment to excellence has earned these highly sought-after Forbes ratings and recommendations."
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About Oaklawn Hot Springs:
Located in scenic Hot Springs, Arkansas, Oaklawn, Hot Springs got its start more than a century ago as one of the world's premier thoroughbred racetracks. Following a $100 million expansion in 2021, Oaklawn Hot Springs became a truly world-class resort. Today Oaklawn Hot Springs offers guests an endless variety of leisure and entertainment options including thoroughbred racing, gaming, fine dining, sports betting, and live performances. Astral Spa at Oaklawn Hot Springs, an unmatched retreat, encourages guests to engage their senses with luxurious signature treatments. Oaklawn is a rare escape nestled in the beautiful Ouachita Mountains region.
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