Entry arch to West Baden Springs hotel, the Carlsbad of America, on IN 56, aka Broadway St. An architectural marvel, West Baden Springs Hotel is the crown jewel of French Lick Resorts $500 million restoration. The turn-of-the century National Historic Landmark offers 243 exquisitely appointed rooms, a world-class spa, championship golf, and a wide array of dining and entertainment options. Experience the luxurious European spa hospitality that drew in the social elites of the early 1900s. Less than a mile from the French Lick Springs Hotel, West Baden Springs Hotel was first built by a young upstart named Dr. John A. Lane. He had spent some time at the French Lick Resort, leasing some space from French Lick Hotel owner, Dr. William A. Bowles. He learned the ins and outs of the hotel business and upon purchasing land of his own, he thought, What's life without a little bit of competition? The West Baden Springs Hotel features six circular stories with 243 guestrooms and suites, including 36 Balcony Rooms that offer spectacular views of the atrium. The two-level natatorium features a 12,000-square-foot indoor pool and an 8,000-square-foot spa with 12 treatment rooms, relaxation rooms, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. West Baden Springs Hotel, a member of Historic Hotels of America since 2009, dates back to 1902. The hotels atrium was the largest free-span dome until the Houston Astrodome was constructed in the 1960's. It has been dubbed the Eighth Wonder of the World. A massive restoration completed in 2007 means that today this is far better condition.