About French Lick Springs Hotel
The French Lick Springs Hotel, built in 1901 and a member of Historic Hotels of America® since 2000 was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 2003. Historic Hotels of America is the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation® for recognizing and celebrating the finest historic hotels across America. French Lick was the destination of choice in the early 20th century among celebrities, politicians, and the rich and famous, who flocked to the southern Indiana resort to experience the world-famous mineral waters. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the French Lick Springs Hotel includes 443 guestrooms and suites, a 109,000-square-foot conference and event center, and a full-service spa. The hotel's historic Beaux-Arts architecture and its ornate masonry, including the elegant gold leafing, have been fully restored following a $500 million dollar restoration and expansion project. The lobby is the resort's showpiece, which ushers guests into a resort renowned for its peerless luxury. For Price Match Guarantee and Special Offers please visit, please visit HistoricHotels.org.
How to Get There
60 minutes from Louisville, Kentucky and Bloomington, Indiana, and 2 hours from Indianapolis, Indiana. Louisville Int'l Airport: 66 miles, 80 minutes. Visit HistoricHotels.org to get more information, view special offers or make a reservation. Save up to 50% off best available rates at participating historic hotels with a free membership to the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to French Lick Springs Hotel
Heading to French Lick Springs Hotel? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for French Lick Springs Hotel?
No central reservation system listed for French Lick Springs Hotel. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/231804) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to French Lick Springs Hotel?
60 minutes from Louisville, Kentucky and Bloomington, Indiana, and 2 hours from Indianapolis, Indiana. Louisville Int'l Airport: 66 miles, 80 minutes. Visit HistoricHotels.org to get more information, view special offers or make a reservation. Save up to 50% off best available rates at participating historic hotels with a free membership to the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
How do I contact French Lick Springs Hotel?
You can reach the park at phone: 800 678 8946 or email: info@historichotels.org.
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