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Onsen Hotel & Spa

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A modern outdoor seating area with two chairs and a small table, a potted plant, and a patterned wall.
A room with a sliding glass door, a woven chair, a dog bed, and a metal bowl on the floor.
A hotel with a pool, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a view of the desert landscape, and a leather armchair.
A breakfast setting with a table, a glass of orange juice, and a bagel.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$268
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept

Explore the area

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12921 Tamar Dr, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92240
  • Place, Cabot's Pueblo Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Desert Hot Springs Town Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Palm Springs Convention Center
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a ceiling fan, and a floral wall decoration.

Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio

A modern outdoor seating area with two chairs and a small table, a potted plant, and a patterned wall.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a view of the outside.

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A double room with two beds, each with a nightstand and a lamp.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV on a cabinet, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed

A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a ceiling fan, and floral wallpaper.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, a TV, and decorative wall art.

Suite (King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 King Beds

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a lamp, and a large window.

Junior Suite (Queen)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

Desert Hot Springs

At Onsen Hotel & Spa, you'll be 17.6 km (11 mi) from San Jacinto Mountains and 18.6 km (11.6 mi) from Palm Springs Convention Center. Highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include a full-service spa, an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .A pampering day can include massages along with access to the hot springs/mineral springs. Enjoy the gym and Hot tub. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Desert Hot Springs hotel include Agua Caliente Cultural Museum and Palm Springs Art Museum.

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 - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Sea Mountain Resort Nude Spa - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 25 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 20 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Las Palmas Mexican Cuisine - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miracle Springs Resort & Spa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Onsen Hotel & Spa

Onsen Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is available daily. The business-friendly Onsen Hotel & Spa also features a fitness centre and a microwave in a common area. Self parking is free.

This Mediterranean Desert Hot Springs hotel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2022
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
Onsen Hotel & Spa offers 21 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and designer toiletries. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers.

This Desert Hot Springs hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Full-service spa

  • Hot tub
  • Hot/mineral springs
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in room
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2022
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 1 April 2027 to 30 April 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 49 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 21 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 49 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 21 years old aren't allowed.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

Onsen Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

As of 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Onsen Hotel & Spa on 29 Sept 2026 start from NZ$268, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Onsen Hotel & Spa has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Onsen Hotel & Spa. It has a hot tub and hot springs. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Onsen Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Onsen Hotel & Spa has an outdoor pool.

What makes Onsen Hotel & Spa a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Onsen Hotel & Spa.

Is Onsen Hotel & Spa family-friendly?

No, Onsen Hotel & Spa is an adults-only property.

Does Onsen Hotel & Spa serve breakfast?

Yeah, free continental breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

No, Onsen Hotel & Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

Dogs are welcome at Onsen Hotel & Spa, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Onsen Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 273 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 273 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 273 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 273 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 273 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s very clean and quiet with good surrounding! The rooms are also great and spacious. We have enjoyed the time with our family.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secure parking, small property nice big hot tub and climatized pool, nice continental breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean just like the pictures. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelent hotel and fantastic attention from all the team, especially from Andy!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean, staff are nice and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hot spa was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious, comfortable, and clean. Staff were very helpful, polite, and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely appointed and spacious room. Breakfast very satisfying.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, especially for this area. You feel sucluded, resort like even. There are a few hiking trails minutes away, a very good indian restaraunt down the street and everything in palm springs is 15-20 min away. Breakfast is meh, but good enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, safe spot to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
The room was spotless, and the staff was nice and courteous
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and very good value!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly. Large room. Nice shower. Comfortable bed. Great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and staff are wonderful, attentive and friendly. Pool and hot tub are nice. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds -and pillows , great continental breakfast and nice pool and hot tub . Rooms really modern
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem of a place. Quiet, well run, clean, with a great pool and jacuzzi, and hot breakfast!! Dog friendly too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes we did find parking and driving to the local area very good The lateness of the breakfast wasn't ideal when trying to avoid the heat and needing an early start The receptionist was excellent at sorting out extra coffee capsules and breakfast bars
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff and stay that this hotel was amazing! The hotel was clean, staff very responsive, and so accommodating for all of our families needs. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice check in experience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Limited parking, had to park off the street. Enjoyed the amenities and cleanliness of the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very warm and welcoming. Room was comfortable. Mineral pools were amazing! Impressed that the buffet breakfast included decent hot food as well as the usual range of cereals and fruits. Very relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid comfortable stay, short distance to Palm Springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Geeat experience wondeful view would come back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
The suprise was a good variety breakfast included in the room price. They only describe it as a Continental Breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026