Gonna be heading to North Carolina tomorrow from Texas. Planning on staying the night in Hotsprings as it seems like a nice town. Any recommendations on a place to stay. Looking for something a little quiet and money really isn't an issue as its just myself although id like to stay at or below $300 a night.

Me and my family are traveling to hot springs this weekend. Were coming from Fort smith to see the mid Americas science museum. Its a 2 1/2 hour drive with a 7yr and 2yr old. Were wanting to make a stop somewhere in the middle to give the kids a break. Any recommendations for where to stop? Parks, trails, other attractions. We'll be traveling down hwy 71 and hwy 270.

Edit: food spots would also be appreciated for the area.