Bonus: French Lick is the childhood home of basketball great Larry Bird. Be sure to make a reservation for a window table in 1875: The Steakhouse at French Lick Springs Hotel for a romantic dinner. Today though, guests come to enjoy a poolside afternoon, hike miles of trails in the adjacent Hoosier National Forest, saddle up for a trail ride, take aim on the shooting clay range, try their luck in the onsite casino, hit the links or just sit on the expansive front porch with a cool drink and watch the world go by.
Both earned notoriety from the medicinal waters that flow through the property.
Who it’s for: Couples on a romantic anniversary trip Why it’s great: The resort is actually two beautiful hotels-French Lick Springs Hotel and West Baden Springs Hotel-set a mile apart.
