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Onsen Hotel & Spa

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

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Outdoor pool
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
Free daily continental breakfast
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio | Terrace/patio
Travelers find tranquility at Onsen Hotel & Spa near the San Jacinto Mountains. Enjoy daily continental breakfast, an outdoor spa tub, and a 24-hour gym. Book a massage at the onsite spa, where attentive staff enhance every stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

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 linens
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Patio | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (Queen) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

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
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Desert Hot Springs, Onsen Hotel & Spa is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Jacinto Mountains and Joshua Tree National Park, while Agua Caliente Cultural Museum and Palm Springs Art Museum are cultural highlights. Palm Springs Convention Center is another place to visit that comes recommended.
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12921 Tamar Dr, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92240

What's nearby

  • Cabot's Pueblo Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Desert Hot Springs Town Center - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Miracle Springs Spa - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Sea Mountain Resort Nude Spa - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 20 min drive - 12.5 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
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Its Taste Of India - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Onsen Hotel & Spa

Hotel near San Jacinto Mountains
Consider a stay at Onsen Hotel & Spa and take advantage of free continental breakfast, an outdoor entertainment area, and a gym. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi and a hot tub are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Onsen Hotel & Spa have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Mini fridges, heating, and daily housekeeping

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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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 49 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
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

Does Onsen Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Onsen Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 150 per stay and a fee of USD 49 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Onsen Hotel & Spa?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Onsen Hotel & Spa located?

Situated in a rural location, this spa hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of San Jacinto Mountains, Palm Springs Convention Center, and Agua Caliente Cultural Museum. Palm Springs Art Museum and Joshua Tree National Park are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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