There’s nothing more relaxing than soaking in a hot, mineral spa. The waters feel like magic penetrating your skin and you feel restored and energized. They help the weary and worn out feel brand new again. 

Greater Palm Springs is known for its hot mineral springs that flow beneath the surface and are pumped into the spas of hotels and resorts across the region. Many establishments offer spa day passes so tourists and locals alike can experience their mineral waters for the day.  

No matter where you are staying in Greater Palm Springs, you can still experience the natural wonder of hot springs with this list of day passes:  

Azure Palm Hot Spring Resort & Day Spa Oasis 

The newly renovated and refreshed Azure Palm Hot Spring Resort & Day Spa Oasis offers an incredible escape where you can enjoy yourself and experience endless relaxation. Choose from their wide range of spa treatments, enjoy yoga classes and eat on-site at Azure Palm Cafe.

Purchase a day pass and get to experience their unique property, including 5 indoor and outdoor mineral water pools, saunas, and the Oasis with 5 mineral tubs, reflexology walk and lounging areas. 

Cost: $68 for all day access from 8 a.m.- 8 p.m.  Robes and slipper rental are included. 

El Morocco Inn & Spa 

El-Morocco

The quaint 13 room El Morocco Inn & Spa was built in the late 1950s and has an exotic and fanciful vibe with furnishing that comes straight from Morocco. The inn features mineral rich thermal hot waters that provide guests a restorative and energizing experience. 

Day spa guests have access to the swimming pool and covered Jacuzzi-style spa and two dry saunas. A locker, robe towel and complimentary refreshments are also provided. 

Cost: $60 for four hour use of the pool from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. 

The Good House

At The Good House, it’s all about the vibe. They are small and laid back with only seven guest rooms. They strive to provide a relaxing and chill atmosphere for their guests. It’s for adults 21 and older though, so no children.

After you take in their mineral waters, you can use the sauna and warm up by their fire pit. Massages are also available with 48-hour notice. 

Cost: Starting at $60 from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. daily. Reservations are required for the weekend.

Tuscan Springs Hotel & Spa 

This Iavish and Italian inspired resort features two hot water mineral jacuzzis and a hot mineral pool that are all held at varying temperatures for a variety in comfort levels. The natural waters are pumped from an aqua well that is volcanically heated. 

The 16 room Tuscan Springs Hotel & Spa has breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and a lounge where guests can grab snacks when they get hungry. Day pass guests have access to all their pools and the dry sauna. 

Cost: $50 for four hours from 11 a.m- 6 p.m. (Friday-Sunday with reservations only)

Miracle Springs​ Resort & Spa 

Guests here can relax in one of eight natural hot mineral spas spread throughout their courtyard, perfect for swimming or soaking. The waters here initially come in at 140 degrees, but are cooled to between 90 and 104 degrees and then pumped into the various pools and spas. 

Miracle Springs Resort & Spa also offers a variety of spa treatments and has a breathtaking view of the mountains. 

Cost: $20 for use from  9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Must be 21 or older. 

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The O Spa 

This modern, boutique hotel is the host of natural, warm mineral waters where you and your friends can go to take a much needed self-care day. The O Spa is a place to enjoy beautiful views, soak in the warm pools and get the option to sip on some bubbly. 

The O Spa offers day passes in package deals, something for you and your partner or a large group of friends. Contact them for more information about their cabana rentals. 

Cost: Starting at $50 for use of the pool, lounge, barbeque and gardens.

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