West Baden Springs Hotel Atrium fills the morning with soft light under the soaring dome and palm-lined walkways. We’re seated with coffee, and the scale sets an easy pace for the day.

Spa appointments get booked after breakfast, then laps or lounging at the pools, and a slow lunch at one of the restaurants. Live music brings a lively buzz in the evening, and guided tours share behind-the-scenes stories. Parking is easy on site, and the trolley makes getting around simple. Couples, families, and celebration trips fit right in with the upscale feel.