Onsen Hotel & Spa

2.0 star property
Mountain serenity meets outdoor relaxation at this peaceful retreat where guests can recharge in the spa tub while surrounded by nature

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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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
The current price is ₩174,222
₩195,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Highlights

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Suite (King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite (Queen)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Futon and 1 Queen Bed
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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. Visit our Desert Hot Springs travel guide
Map
12921 Tamar Dr, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92240

What's nearby

  • Desert Hot Springs, California water tower centered in frame with snow capped San Gorgonio Mountains in the background
    Desert Hot Springs Town Center
    2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Note the layer of colors from blue sky to the white snow, gray mountains and the green vegetation of early spring in the desert
    Sand to Snow National Monument
    3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • About time landscape architects designed some structure for the desert... Note: in German we call these Schwiegermutterstühle - mother in law's chairs.
    Palm Springs Convention Center
    18 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Cabot's Pueblo Museum
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sea Mountain Resort Nude Spa
    4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station
    20 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Las Palmas Mexican Cuisine
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Burger King
    3 min drive
  • Carl's Jr.
    18 min walk

About this property

Onsen Hotel & Spa

Hotel near Palm Springs Convention Center
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
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and outdoor furniture
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

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

As of Jan 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Onsen Hotel & Spa on Jan 22, 2026 start from ₩174,222, excluding 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 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?

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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Reviews

Onsen Hotel & Spa Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 215 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were easy to talk too, the room was super clean, the mineral hot tub felt amazing!!! There were almost no guests there, it felt like a little slice of heaven.
View from my room
Back parking lot - easier to park then in the front
The room was huge!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Corey

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

Luis

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

Shaina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay when exploring the Joshua Tree area. We enjoyed the quiet and the thermal spa!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. Best hotel breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

LOUIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were nice and the staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, nice size room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anahel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and accommodating. Pet friendly place and the hot tub is amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hot tub and pool. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Richard L

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and wonderful natural spring pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Well maintained. Very welcoming staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noam

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

Great amazing hotel

Very very welcoming and amazing staff, the trip got so much better because of the amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

Ismael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was very friendly !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

REGINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean and cozy! Friendly and accommodating staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

KRISTINE

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

Charming small hotel

Charming small hotel. Great customer service, good homemade breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024