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21c Museum Hotel Bentonville: Art Immersion in the Ozarks

Experience contemporary art and luxurious accommodations at the 21c Museum Hotel, located in the heart of Bentonville's cultural district.

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The 21c Museum Hotel Bentonville is a unique blend of contemporary art museum and boutique hotel, offering guests an immersive cultural experience in the heart of downtown Bentonville. With rotating exhibitions and thought-provoking installations, the hotel provides a stimulating environment for art lovers and travelers alike.

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Local tips

  • Explore the free museum, open 24/7, even if you're not a hotel guest.
  • Take a photo with the hotel's signature lime green penguin sculptures.
  • Check the hotel's website for information on current art exhibitions.
  • Dine at The Hive for a taste of Arkansas' unique culinary scene.
  • Walk to the nearby Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art via the woodland trails.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    The 21c Museum Hotel is located on the northeast corner of the Bentonville town square. From the square, walk one block north on Main Street, then turn left onto NE A Street. The hotel will be on your left. This is a short, easy walk.

  • Public Transport

    Ozark Regional Transit (ORT) provides public transportation in Bentonville. Several routes serve the downtown area. Check the ORT website or app for schedules and routes. The on-demand transit fare is $1.25 per ride. Some fixed routes are free. From the bus stop, walk towards the town square and then north on Main Street, turning left on NE A Street. The hotel will be on your left.

  • Taxi/Ride-Share

    Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are available in Bentonville. A ride from the Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to the 21c Museum Hotel is approximately 20-30 minutes and costs around $30-$40. From anywhere in downtown Bentonville, a ride to the hotel will likely cost $5 - $10.

  • Parking

    The 21c Museum Hotel has a parking garage located behind the hotel. There is also free street parking available throughout downtown. Several free public parking lots are also located within walking distance of the hotel. Be aware of signage indicating parking rules and hours.

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Located in downtown Bentonville, Arkansas, the 21c Museum Hotel offers a unique experience, combining a contemporary art museum with a boutique hotel. Founded by art collectors Laura Lee Brown and Steve Wilson, the hotel aims to make art accessible to the public, with exhibitions that change approximately once a year. The Bentonville location, which opened in 2013, was named one of the top 15 hotels in the US by Travel + Leisure Magazine in 2017. The hotel features over 12,000 square feet of art-filled event space and more than twenty special exhibitions and installations since its opening. The museum is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and is free to visit. The hotel's architecture, designed by Deborah Berke Partners, incorporates natural light through various architectural devices, giving each space a unique character. Each 21c Museum Hotel has a signature penguin sculpture; Bentonville's penguins are lime green. The hotel also has a restaurant, The Hive, which celebrates the unique culinary identity of Arkansas with a stellar cocktail program and seasonal menu. The hotel is within walking distance of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, making it an ideal location for art enthusiasts.

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