Escape to These 7 Hot Spring Resorts in the Heart of Coachella Valley
Written By: Marissa Stempien Desert Hot Springs spas
Looking for the perfect wellness vacation? Then ditch your beachside vacay or yoga retreat and head to the Coachella Valley. The city of Desert Hot Springs, aptly named, is teaming with an array of naturally-occurring hot springs that are perfect for melting away stress, improving your skin and boosting your wellness factor. The waters that bubble up from the city’s underground aquifer are super-heated and sulfur-free, known for reaching temperatures of up to 180 degrees Fahrenheit. Due to these healing waters, Desert Hot Springs spas are among the most sought after in the area, offering the very best of Mother Nature. Here are our top picks for best hot springs in Desert Hot Springs.
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All Natural Getaway
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First discovered by the Cahuilla Indians, the waters in this area are known for offering both cool and hot springs. With eight pools and spas ranging from 90-104 degrees Fahrenheit, a full-service spa and views of the Coachella Valley and the San Jacinto Mountains, a soak here will leave you feeling one with nature—quite literally.
Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
10625 Palm Dr
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
760.251.6000
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Oasis in the Desert
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Originally built in the late 1950’s, El Morocco Inn & Spa is a 13-room, Moroccan-style property that focuses on relaxation and crafting an individual experience for each guest to enjoy. Situated directly on top of a vein of healing, mineral-rich spring water, the inn offers a full-service spa and each spa package begins with a soothing and beautifying soak.
El Morocco Inn & Spa
66810 4th St
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
760.288.2527
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Better Me, Better You
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For some of the most luxurious relaxation experience in the desert, opt for a soak at The Spring. Set atop a promontory—the springs here offer therapeutic thermal waters that bubble up from below—with stunning views of the San Jacinto and San Gorgonio mountains. The focus at The Spring is on restorative health, as the waters here are said to soothe skin problems, relieve pain and help manage chronic conditions. They often hold specialized retreats and cleanses so keep an eye out to find the one that’s best for you!
The Spring
12699 Reposo Way
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
760.251.6700
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Away From It All
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A privately-owned oasis hidden away on a Monarch sanctuary and wildlife nursery, this hot spring is available to reserve through Airbnb, with only two people allowed to soak at a time. With temperatures ranging from 99-102 degrees Fahrenheit, it’s a lovely little escape in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by nothing but desert and nature.
Monarch Hot Springs
18735 Corkill Rd
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92241
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Relax, Restore, Rejuvenate
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Sprawled over 72 acres of idyllic desert landscape, Two Bunch Palms is known for its restorative waters that bubble up from a 600-year-old natural spring that cycles from surface to ground every 24 hours. Low in sulfur and rich in lithium, the water here is believed to be therapeutic and mood-enhancing. Additionally, they offer a number of wellness programs so you can focus on relaxing and rejuvenating your body from the inside out.
Two Bunch Palms
67425 Two Bunch Palms Trail
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
800.472.4334
Hot Springs Hideaway
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Be prepared for an ultra-relaxing, semi-private retreat. This 21 and over escape offers only six bungalows, a Danish Wet Sauna, therapeutic mineral waters and several private areas for a little alone time or a romantic evening soaking under the stars. With a full-service spa, fire pits and lush gardens, the property gives its visitors a glimpse of the stress-free life.
Hacienda Hot Springs
12885 Eliseo Rd
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
760.251.2885
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Escape to Italian Bliss
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This Italian-inspired boutique property offers guests the perfect rejuvenating getaway with two spring water hot tubs, one indoor and one outdoor, a swimming pool, a sauna and a five-room, full-service spa. Soak in one of the natural springs pools or opt for a massage, scrub, facial or wrap and let the team here melt your stress away.
Tuscan Springs Hotel & Spa
68187 Club Circle Dr
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
760.251.0189