Onsen Hotel & Spa

2.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Outdoor pool
Free daily continental breakfast
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio | Terrace/patio
Room, 1 King Bed, Patio | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

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, Sand to Snow National Monument
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Suite, Multiple Beds

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

Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (Queen)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Desert Hot Springs

Onsen Hotel & Spa places you 11 mi (17.6 km) from San Jacinto Mountains and 11.5 mi (18.4 km) from Palm Springs Convention Center. This 21-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Cabot's Pueblo Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Desert Hot Springs Town Center - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Sand to Snow National Monument - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Sea Mountain Resort Nude Spa - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 18 min drive - 13.7 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 17 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Onsen Hotel & Spa

Adults-only hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast
Built in 2022, the brand new Onsen Hotel & Spa features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this adults-only hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and a microwave in a common area.
50-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include desks and desk chairs.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 49 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 21 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 21 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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-authorize 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

Is free cancellation available at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

Onsen Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to Onsen Hotel & Spa?

This hotel is located in Desert Hot Springs within a short 10-minute walk of Cabot's Pueblo Museum. You'll also find Desert Hot Springs Town Center and Miracle Springs Spa within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include hot springs and massages.

Does Onsen Hotel & Spa include a casino at the property?

No, Onsen Hotel & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Is Onsen Hotel & Spa good for couples?

This adults-only hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and hot springs.

Does Onsen Hotel & Spa have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Onsen Hotel & Spa feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Onsen Hotel & Spa offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Onsen Hotel & Spa allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Onsen Hotel & Spa for a fee of USD 49 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls. A deposit of USD 150 per stay is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Onsen Hotel & Spa?

The closest major airport to Onsen Hotel & Spa is Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP), which is 11.9 mi away (18 minutes by car). Another top airport is Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD), which is located 23.8 mi away (28-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

Yes, some guestrooms at Onsen Hotel & Spa offer a furnished patio.

Reviews

Onsen Hotel & Spa Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 208 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little place!

Nice little place! I went in the quiet season, so it was very quiet, but that’s exactly what I was looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great

Always a great, relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Imelda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amitbhai, Warrington

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Evangeline

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness
My daughter and her girlfriends stayed 2 nights. Check in was smooth and when she entered her room she saw a big roach on the carpet. Gross! Told her don’t worry I will write a review on this hotel. I’m going to reach out to the hotel and let them know. I wouldn’t recommend this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Brandon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I couldn't find the staff when checking in. I called the number on the front desk and no answer. I just sat and waited. Employee eventually showed up. Toilet was broken in room and went back to lobby to report the handle was broken and couldn't flush it. Employee was gone again and no answer on the phone number on the counter to call when not staffed. Breakfast starts late at 7:30 and I was gone by then. I've stayed here many times and it's getting worse. Oh, hot tub is not very hot but pool was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Youssef, Framingham

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

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

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall loved the quietness and pool area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauntel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s was just great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

karla

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast that was included was great, especially being able to sit at a table outside.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela, Pittsburgh

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet Clean Peaceful. Nice staff. Price decent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

kristin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025