Onsen Hotel & Spa

2.0 star property
Adults-only hotel in Desert Hot Springs with spa and outdoor pool

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Relax by the pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas providing shaded seating.
Guest rooms offer a comfortable space with a dog bed and amenities for your pet.
Welcome to the Onsen Hotel and Spa, where a modern reception area sets the tone for a relaxing stay.
Relax in this stylish seating area with two comfortable chairs, a sofa, and a potted plant.
Two double beds, a desk, and a table with a lamp, set against a backdrop of a large window and a painting.
Onsen Hotel & Spa is a tranquil retreat near the San Jacinto Mountains, where you can unwind with continental breakfast and rejuvenate in the outdoor spa tub. Take advantage of an invigorating workout at the 24-hour gym or treat yourself to a soothing massage at the onsite spa, where helpful staff are on hand to make your stay unforgettable.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Hot tub
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self-parking

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (Queen)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 King Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
12921 Tamar Dr, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92240

What's nearby

  • Cabot's Pueblo Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Desert Hot Springs Town Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Miracle Springs Spa - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Sea Mountain Resort Nude Spa - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 20 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 18 min drive
  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 28 min drive
  • Thermal, CA (TRM-Jacqueline Cochran Regional) - 40 min drive
  • Palm Springs Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Palapa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Its Taste Of India - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Onsen Hotel & Spa

When visiting Desert Hot Springs, Onsen Hotel & Spa is a great choice to consider. Guests can go for a swim in the outdoor pool, then visit the spa to be pampered with massages. Other highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include a fitness centre and a hot tub. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

More about this property

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At a glance

Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 21
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Shared microwave

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2022
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room

ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

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Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. The spa is open daily. There are hot springs/mineral springs on site.

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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 49 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Onsen Hotel & Spa Hotel
Onsen Hotel & Spa Desert Hot Springs
Onsen Hotel & Spa Hotel Desert Hot Springs

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Frequently asked questions

Does Onsen Hotel & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Onsen Hotel & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 49 per accommodation, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 150 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. There's a charge of USD 50.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Is there an on-site casino at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Agua Caliente Casino (18-min drive) and Agua Caliente Casino (19-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Onsen Hotel & Spa and nearby?

Onsen Hotel & Spa has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a fitness centre.

What's the area around Onsen Hotel & Spa like?

Onsen Hotel & Spa is located a short 10-minute walk from Cabot's Pueblo Museum.

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Onsen Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The hot tub was consistently described as refreshing, fabulous, and amazing, providing a wonderful experience for guests. (21 reviews)
  • The mineral pools and hot tubs were a highlight, offering a refreshing and rejuvenating experience. (23 reviews)
  • The pool and hot tub were clean, warm, and refreshing, with mineral water and a great ambiance. (19 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Very nice and staff very helpful
Imelda, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Dude in the front was super helpful, polite, and super welcoming! The room was amazing! Super clean, very spacious, and comfy bed! We stood there 2 night and had book the spa treatment, super relaxing! We basically had the whole pool to ourselves as well, which was very nice! I would recommend this place and go back!
Luis, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Overall loved the quietness and pool area.
Juanita, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean and breakfast excellent
Kyung, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The breakfast that was included was great, especially being able to sit at a table outside.
1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It’s was just great
Shauntel, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A great place to stay when exploring the Joshua Tree area. We enjoyed the quiet and the thermal spa!
Shaina, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff was excellent. Best hotel breakfast!
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect hospitality while visiting TY!

What a positive and relaxing time at the hotel. My daughter and i went for a wedding and was able to so so in the most relaxed manner thanks tp the folks at thw hotel.
Sonia, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Beautiful setting, nice size room.
Troy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely hot tub and pool. Nice breakfast.
Barbara, 7-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The Onsen is a very nicely renovated property. Large, comfortable rooms. Great continetal breakfast included with the rooms. Tracy did our check-in and she is lovely. Very friendly and pleasant to deal with. We would definitely consider staying here again if we find ourselves in the area.
Sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice property. Well maintained. Very welcoming staff.
Scott, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice and special Hotel.
Ralf, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Quiet Clean Peaceful. Nice staff. Price decent
Pamela, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Hot tub amazing very quiet nice place in a not so great area
Patrick, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Friendly staff and accommodating. Pet friendly place and the hot tub is amazing
Anahel, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The hotel is cute, the neighborhood is so so. There is nothing close by but it was much less expensive than staying in Palm Springs and worked out well for us. We spent 1 day at the Tram and 1 day at the outlet malls. The pool and hot tub were great.
kathleen, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff are amazing. The renovations are wonderful. The property is quaint and small, and can transcend you back to a simpler time. Great place to just relax.

10/10 Excellent

Me and the wife had a very relaxing quiet stay great place The food was good. The staff was friendly, helpful Overall a great place.
Nate, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect place to relax.
Ismael, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Hotel

We had a great stay! Everything about the hotel was exceptional! The staff were super friendly and welcoming. The room was perfect and comfortable. The breakfast was amazing and had lots of options! Highly recommend Onsen Hotel and will definitely be back!
2-night trip

8/10 Good

The property was very nice and the staff was as well. The area around the property is not so nice but the reception staff said they have security staff patrol the grounds overnight. The property is clean, the areas around the property have lots of garbage strewn everywhere.
Jodi, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Darling Oasis

Onsen was a darling desert oasis in Spa City. From our home base of Onsen, we spent seven days exploring Joshua Tree national park and the state park Indian Canyon. After a long day of hiking, we returned to Onsen to enjoy its large mineral pool and enormous hot tub. (By the way, the mineral water is silky and buoyant. A nice surprise!) We also explored the adjacent neighborhood. Onsen suggested Deliciouso and Taste of India. The recommendations were on spot - both were culinary gems. Not enough could be said about the graciousness of the staff. We would highly recommend Onsen and only wish its location to Chicago!!
Lydia, 7-night trip

8/10 Good

Great staff and wonderful natural spring pool.
Richard L, 7-night trip