Hope Springs Resort

If you're looking for a quiet retreat with beautiful views and access to both downtown Palm Springs and Joshua Tree, Hope Springs is the spot. The staff is welcoming and helpful. The hot spring pools are relaxing, clean, just delightful. Our minimalist room with a well-appointed kitchenette was so comfortable - slept like a baby. Plus, there's a good continental breakfast and snacks that are available all day! Love the mid-century modern decor and vibes. Such a treasure of a place - we can't wait to go back.

Had a perfect, relaxing getaway here. Rooms are mod and minimalist. Linens and bath products exceptional. Three mineral-spring fed pools offer a variety of options. Beautiful landscaping and mountain views. Friendly staff. What my wife described as "the best massage of my life." Delicious breakfast and all-day snacks. There's not much within walking distance, but you may not find yourself wanting to leave.

This was our second visit and Hope Springs is as chic and calming as it was on our first visit nearly 10 years ago. New owners have upgraded the bathrooms but kept the serene atmos, with a great inclusive buffet breakfast and 'quiet' rules for guests. Robes and pool towels are all included and there is a new communal kitchen and patio eating area, complete with gas BBQ. Note that it's best if you arrive with your own food so you can prepare your own meals, otherwise it's a drive to local restaurants (and once you arrive, you won't want to leave!).

A wonderful place! A relaxing getaway close to Joshua Tree and Palm Springs. Three mineral pools at different temperatures and mineral water on tap for drinking. No children allowed. The room was basic and comfortable with a semi private patio. Love the robes they provided. Overall a truly perfect, quiet spot to soak in the stars and hot springs - I highly recommend!

I would have loved it here even without the natural hot springs. Clean, quiet, comfortable, welcoming, and convenient to Palm Springs, Pioneertown, Joshua Tree. Great breakfast, gorgeous mid-century lobby, rooms feel private and secluded. Book it!

What a gem! If you are not staying at Hope Springs you are missing out. The staff, the facilities, the mineral pools...it was everything I was looking for. Just a wonderful, quiet, and relaxing getaway!

Just wrapped up our stay at Hope Springs Resort and had a wonderful time. Just a quick little getaway for my wife and I, we took a couple days to decompress, relax, and just disconnect from our daily lives. Left our kids at home with grandpa and decided to have a little staycation. We’re residents of Palm Desert (semi-locale), but have lived all over the country and have experienced a lot of great little getaways. This hotel was perfect and we have to hand it to the owner (Todd) for not only providing a great experience, but a memorable one. The property was great. Quiet, clean, meticulously landscaped, and quite serene. The rooms were perfect, very minimalistic, clean, and just the right amount of amenities. The common grounds were beautifully kept and thoughtfully designed, a great overall aesthetic. The property was quiet overall and far enough removed from a major traffic area, not much traffic noise throughout our stay. The proximity to eateries was convenient enough to go try out some local restaurants, we ate at a few and they were all solid. One of my major compliments was to Todd and his overall engagement with us during our stay. I’m very talkative (extrovert) and enjoy talking to anyone/everyone, Todd reciprocated. The amenities in the kitchens seemed very thoughtful and recognized many dietary needs that people might require or request, plenty of dairy free and gluten free options. The fridge was beyond generous in their assortment, as well as their coffee and tea offering. The “continental” breakfast was one of the best I’ve seen, good assortment and more than enough for all the guests. Good quality in the offering as well. Plenty of snacks and treats available all day as well. These little things go a long way in my book and I sincerely appreciate it’s convenience as well. Really want to thank Todd for the considerate gift given to us upon check-in, we enjoyed it during one of our evening soaks. I treated my wife to an on-property massage with the scalp tingler and she absolutely loved it, enjoyed every second of it and said that she wished I would’ve gotten one too. Maybe next time! The pools were so relaxing, so calming, and so refreshing, all at the same time. Feel years younger and feel quite relaxed for the first time in a long time. To sum it up, we will definitely be returning in the future and will likely recommend this resort to many friends, family, and clients in the near future. Great job providing a great experience and look forward to our next visit. Keep up the good work!

At first I wasn't so sure as we drove through some rough areas of town. The facility itself is very, very clean and well maintained. Very simple and quiet. The pools were wonderful and had no smell. They were warm and the water from the refill station was delicious. The pools remain open at night for star gazing and relaxation. Everyone is very respectful and quiet. The owner is so sweet and had berry bowls ready in the morning. I'd stay again in a heartbeat. Not far from downtown Palm springs either. Also. No kids allowed. No getting splashed. I loved it

My favorite spa in the area. So classy and clean and well-organized. And I love the gazebo that shelters the hot tub from the wind and cold.

What a relaxing little spot. We stayed 3 nights -- hiked in Joshua Tree & ate in Palm Springs. There was also Desert X going on, so a few exhibits near by. We enjoyed our visit and can't wait to return!! Definitely for people who want to unplug (although there is WiFi). There is a pool, warm tub, and hot tub with lounge chairs scattered about. The continental breakfast was so yummy & fresh. We stayed in a room that didn't include a kitchen, but you have access to a communal kitchen & a small fridge (which was perfect for us). Just a note that no spa jets after 10p are allowed & no music / cell phone use at the pool. It's a very calm vibe in the resort, so just be aware (seems like negative reviewers missed this). The rooms are also minimal (no TV) but were cute & cozy... and you have a great view from bed! There is also a limited amount of rooms, so it is very intimate. The staff is also very friendly!

I've been coming here since the 1970s. Last month I brought my cousin and sister-in-law for a girls' getaway. They both had a great time and I loved sharing this favorite place with them. We're already planning a return visit! The pools, the peace and quiet, the lovely proprietors, the serene rooms--who could ask for more?

A slice of magic. Perfect to unplug, unwind and let this place take care of everything else.

I really loved this place! My fiancé and I enjoyed our stay. It's so well decorated! I love the minimalist look. I loved the 3 mineral pools. The extra hot one was my favorite. You can tell that the spot has been remodeled and I love that retro feel. There was a community kitchen that we didn't bother using but it was nice that it was available! The best part by far was the amazing continental breakfast! Plenty of fresh fruit, yummy breads, yogurt, orange juice, eggs etc. I've noticed that others have complained about Nancy's demeanor. I didn't have a problem with her at all. She was more than friendly and even recommended some great eating and hiking spots. I do wish they'd let us book one night at a time, we'll definitely be back!

Special thanks to " maybe the owner" I am sorry I forgot his name, for making an exception and let us stay for 1 night instead of the required 2. And that is because it was a Holiday weekend. THANKS ;-) This place is for relaxing and relaxing only. If you looking to party, go somewhere else. I made the mistake and used my cellphone by the pool, its not allowed ( didn't know). Well I got scolded by a very serious looking Nancy and I will never cross her again :-) The 2 Jacuzzis are great and the pool is big enough to do some "quiet" laps . Breakfast was lovely, cheese plate, tomatoes with herbs ( maybe basil) and hard boiled eggs, fruit. The fridge in the lobby kitchen has some breakfast goodies in it and what I appreciated a lot is that they had a few different options for non milk drinkers like almond and rice milk alternatives. Bread was great and fresh, there is a toaster there and there is options for jams, peanut butters, cinnamon butters etc. Love the architecture and the minimalistic feel. However we didn't have a night stand or a night lamp, but lucky us, we found a table in the room and we moved it and called it a night stand and used our flash light as a lamp.. BUT, i was able to peak into one of the bigger rooms with kitchen while it was cleaned and they did have some desk lamps on the floor next to the bed...maybe we get that room next time ? I was thinking to take my 5 staff members here for a company vacay and I approached Nancy with the idea, but she didn't like it in case we are noisy people, this is how serious they take the RELAXING ASPECT . Good for them not good for me!! However because we are not noisy people I will still try to convince them to take us for my bday, see what happens :-)

This is just a welcoming, comfortable place. The employees are warm, generous, patient, and very informal - you're their family/friends/neighbors/welcome guests, NOT clients of any type. (And I mean that in a good way!) The place is a bit old and worn, but comfortably so. (Just be aware that the Web site oversells the modernity.) The spacious lobby includes a firepit with cushions around it [although I wonder if it's used without fire all year round or if it gets cold enough in the winter?], and a small kitchen off to one side, which includes free ice cream, coffee, tea, and other things. The rooms are austere, but spacious and comfortable. The bathroom felt somewhat like a dorm bathroom to me for some reason - maybe just the somewhat industrial feel - but it's fine [and was significantly cleaner than a dorm bathroom, of course!]. The provided toiletries are excellent and plentiful. (I wish I could buy the soap they use here!) The center courtyard is a fun oasis in green, orange, and yellow, from the landscaping to the plentiful lounge chairs in vibrant '70s shades. On one end of courtyard is a large deck with more lounge chairs and rocking chairs, looking out on the mountains. And the pool and two hot tubs (one enclosed to increase the heat) are wonderfully varied from warm to hot. This was thoroughly enjoyable, and I hope to stay here again! Oh, one catch though - upon your arrival, focus on the address; don't be confused by the faded, classic motel sign that reads "CACTUS SPRINGS." (Or, alternatively, focus on the Cactus Springs sign and know that you'll see a Hope Springs sign taped to the window beside the front door when you walk up.)

This place really is a gem. It's close enough to Palm Springs and Joshua Tree for easy excursions, but far enough away to enforce relaxation. You probably won't want to venture much into the immediate environs of the city of Desert Hot Springs (except for supply runs to Vons), but that won't matter as you're unlikely to want to leave Hope Springs. The hotel grounds are beautiful. From the moment you walk in the front door you'd be hard pressed not to be transported to a state of relaxation. It's minimal, but practical, and everything you'll need is there. It's very clean, very quiet. The color palette and aesthetic throughout is extremely calming. The landscaping and layout means that each of the rooms and patios feel very private, and there never seems to be more than one or two people using any of the three pools (hot, warm, cold) at the same time. You're pretty much guaranteed a pool to yourself at any given time. The dog (hector) and cat (carbon) are very charming and characterful. You'll see them around but they keep themselves to themselves. I've read some reviews that complain about the cement floors and white curtains. In my opinion the cement floors are nice because you can walk in from the pool, the floor dries quick and stays cool, and it makes a more seamless inside/outside transition. The curtains are great because they let in a lot of light, and contrary to what you might be worried about at first, they do provide complete privacy, even at night with your lights on. It's actually more private because you can leave them closed and walk around them during the day, and the room is still flooded with light. The manager, Nancy, is wonderful. She's down to earth without being "in your face". There is a slightly less formal style to the customer service which has a vibe somewhere between staying at a friend's/relative's home and a hotel. One day I was icing a foot injury by the pool (I'm a runner). Later on that afternoon Nancy mentioned that she had noticed, and she kindly provided me with a wrap around ice pack from her freezer. Best breakfasts I've probably had at any hotel. Again, like being at a relative's place. Delicious bread, fresh fruits, frittata, nuts, yoghurt, bagels, avocado. Yum. Went there the first time by accident because a place in Palm Springs was booked. Been back probably 6 times since. Will keep going back. Exceptional place.

Hope is a great cactus that grows, undeterred by the roof above it. Hope is the roof's building, that works gracefully around it. http://static.px.yelp.com/bphoto/vdUQloOBMbwiNAkXbfGpuA/l As others have noted, this is a tranquil getaway, with little to do but sleep, read, soak in hot tubs of varying heat, and nibble on the tastiest free motel breakfast I've ever had. (The hot stone massage was delicious as well.) Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh. Hope springs eternal, indeed.

This place is definitely a desert oasis and a great spot to get away from the bustle and ugliness of Los Angeles. My boo treated me to a weekend of relaxation at Hope Springs for my birthday. Best present, seriously. The resort is small with about 10 rooms. Because my birthday always graciously falls near Thanksgiving weekend, there were not many guests at the spa and I believe he got a bit of a discounted rate as well. The rooms are very simple and minimal and very mod. Soft platform beds with fluffy blankets and pillows, a stereo, a chair, and not much else. Some rooms have kitchenettes, however there is a small kitchen in the lobby which offers an assortment of hot teas and coffee. It is serenely quiet. There are three pools, fed directly from nearby hot mineral springs. My favorite was the larger enclosed hot tub. On our second morning there it rained and it was so peaceful to sit in the tub and listen to the raindrops falling on the roof above. The owner is very friendly and she prepares a wonderful and free breakfast every morning. During our stay we were treated to seasoned hard boiled eggs drizzled in olive oil, fresh grilled tomatoes, seasoned breakfast potatoes, fresh fruits and berries, toast, bagels, english muffins, and croissants. Definitely one of the freshest and healthiest free hotel breakfasts I have ever had. Guests are pretty laid-back and pretty much keep to themselves, so it's truly relaxing since you don't have to fear forced socialization in the pools. The outdoor pool area has great landscaping with an assortment of cacti and succulents and you can see the mountains in the distance when you're chilling in the pool. The only glitch in our stay was that the plumbing in our room freaked out on the last day and we weren't able to use the bathroom or shower in the room. However, the owner was very apologetic and tried very hard to fix the problem. When she couldn't, she immediately arranged for me to shower in the massage room and discounted the fee for our last day. Aside from that one small hiccup, I had a wonderful and relaxing stay at Hope Springs and I hope to come back on a regular basis when I need an escape from L.A.

I would prefer to keep this place the fantastic secret it is. That way I could keep it all to myself. But it deserves to thrive. Hope Springs is a mid-century desert Oasis. The mineral water pools and spartan interiors declutter the mind. The buildings and landscaping are mid-century perfection. The staff is friendly and the breakfast provided was healthy and delicious. Plenty of good coffee, tea, and every possible milk - almond to oat and more. The town of Desert Hot Springs is a poor, windy and an almost desolate place. But don't be deterred. Bring your groceries and luxuriate in the walled other- world of this peaceful resort. It will reset your mind, soul and body - just give it time. We stayed during a nearly cataclysmic wind storm, but enjoyed our stay nevertheless. Better weather and i can't wait to return. I hope they keep investing in improvements. Reinstating the stunning communal fireplace to its old fireplace glory would be nighttime feature of epic proportions! See you again soon, I hope!

Tranquil, calm, very clean. It is a simple, non-luxurious but relaxing stay. The cleaner is AWESOME. The rooms are basic and very sparse, but she cleaned with attention to detail (corners clean, shower stalls thoroughly cleaned, ample towel supply etc.). The caretaker, Nancy, might be in the wrong industry though. Or perhaps she could take a course in Customer Service? She's not a warm person. She shuffles about and complains. Her reception desk smells like cat litter and is very cluttered. Each room is provided with one teeny-tiny bottle of shampoo -- enough for a man's head but I have thick hair so would require 2 of their tiny samples each use. I decided to make-do and just do my scalp. But that left none for my partner. I asked Nancy for some more shampoo and she looked at me disappointingly and said, "you guys can't share one?" One sample for a couple who is staying for 3 days?? Um, for such an expensive room, I hate to feel like a beggar! She sighed and reluctantly returned with another tiny sample. My husband used it so I didn't get to wash my hair after all. Breakfast was good but SPARSE. I felt guilty taking one of the 4 bite-size cubes of pineapple laid out for the sold-out resort. And Nancy hovered over me while I made toast with the heel of the loaf (that was all that was left). We didn't get any berries or cut fruit (as I'd seen in other Yelp photos). There was no orange juice. They were out of milk. After we "ate breakfast", we went out in search for breakfast. The mineral hot tub was exquisite but it could have used some tea lights or torches outside. We didn't get to really try the main pool (nor did any of the other guests) because the water was far too cold. The resort could use some pool noodles etc to float on. They had 3 but they were all fried and dead. The resort gets a daily copy of the NYT which is nice. My favorite thing was waking up before sunrise and watching the night sky above with twinkling stars turn into daylight... all from the hot tub! :) For knockout food nearby, eat at the sushi spot in Desert Hot Springs. The chef is from Japan and he kills it.

My wife and I spent a couple of nights at Hope Springs last week and we loved it. There are about 10 rooms and the other guests we met were extremely nice. Most of the time we had the place, and the pools, to ourselves. Our room (#7), was terrific, very minimalist modern which we love. There were plenty of towels and 2 terrific robes which we used a lot coming and going from the pools. We both got terrific massages from Art which I highly recommend. Great breakfast in the morning. Yogurt, granola, cereal, cheese, very nice bread and coffee. We will be back.

This is truly a one of a kind place for travelers that love beauty but are looking for tranquility and enjoy self service. I come here several times a year as a retreat and it's rejuvenating to be quiet and immerse yourself in the natural environment and healing waters. Nancy, who runs the place, is an incredible host and as long as you respect the simple rules and treat the resort as if it was your magical second home in the desert, where you're not too loud, share space and clean up public space when you're done, you will think like me this is the best place on earth - or at least all of the desert.

As you know, most places you go, once you've been, don't usually allow the same magic as the first time. I've been to Hope Springs four times, and each stay has been equally transformative in its own special way. If some of the theories are true, and stillness is the surest way of being one with the source, Hope Springs is one of those places that offered me a "glimpse" - if you will - every time. I'm sure there are many cool places in and around Palm Springs/Desert that have special qualities, I simply won't bring myself to try any other, as again, Hope Springs has never disappointed. My intention is not to come off egotistical, but I've had the luck of traveling the world and stayed in hotels regularly printed as the best in the world, but I would argue the Hope Springs experience will lift you as much or more than any other. This is not a paid ad, nor am I an employee, yet I am fond of Nancy... as well as Candy, who is also fond of Nancy. Thank you. Be back soon.

If I could give zero stars I would. WORST customer service ever!!!! Was stuck out in town trying to find a place to stay for the night with my husband. After calling dozens of places trying to find a place and being rejected due to full occupancy, I called Hope Springs. Hope my ass. A lady picked up the phone with the worst attitude, and after asking if there were any rooms available, retorted that it was way too late to be disturbing them and calling small hotels like theirs - then rudely hung up on me. Oh, I'm sorry your website online says you are open 24/7. After a long night, I did not appreciate being talked to that way. Don't work in customer service if all you're going to serve people is a nasty attitude!!!!

The staff was friendly enough but this place is clearly on it's last legs. So sparse it feels as if you are checking into a modernist cellblock. The towels were dingy, stained. The bathmat was ragged on the edges and had a with hole worn in it. Cracking paint. Popcorn ceilings But there was an eames chair There is a reason they make you book two nights at a time. The room I stayed in offered almost no privacy. The sleeping area is curtained off by three inadequate curtains. You have to leave this semi-privacy and pass in front of the unobscured french doors in order to go to the bathroom. Popcorn ceilings. I wish I had come when it first opened.

So, if you are into minimalist, I suppose this would be fine. The rooms are similar to a nice garage. Relatively clean yes, but if there wasn't a bed in the room you could just as well park your car in it and it would make perfect sense. Everything is sort of luke warm. The showers never really get cold(I never turned on the hot water...ever), the air conditioning never really gets cold(best to keep doors shut tight and shades drawn to create some sort of refuge from the 120* blazing dry heat) and even the common area refrigerator doesn't put a real chill on your bottled water. I wouldn't have such a negative feeling about my stay at this Motel if I hadn't been treated so rudely by Nancy. When I called to inquire about the massages she had no interest in explaining the various types of treatments and told me to look on the website. When I arrived, I was part of a group of women who had been there since the day before. They told me the male masseuse was exceptional and I should request him for my appointment that evening. When I asked Nancy, if I could have him for my massage, the answer was a short, abrupt and final "NO!". Uh, OK, really? The clincher was at the end of my stay, when I went to check out. I explained my bill should include 1/2 the rate for one night(I shared a room with a friend), a massage and dinner. Nancy, grumbled "uh huh" and proceeded to charge me for one full night. When I asked her to fix the bill, to reflect the accurate amount, she said "NO! figure it out with your friend...it's too much work for me to change the charge". I replied with, "I was very specific about what was to be charged to my CC, I would like you to change it." She responded, "I don't care, work it out with your friend". Here's my feeling, if you don't care about your guests, then you shouldn't be in the service industry. I won't be back.

Hope Springs is set against what my friends says looks to be the Natural Backdrop for Breaking Bad. Like literally, some cracked out dude with a Tee Shirt wrapped around his head, peddling like a mad man in the Mid Day heat was about the only other person on the road when I arrived. You will think you are lost. You will think you went the wrong direction and then you will find yourself in a little bit of heaven. No televisions in the room, but great Wifi. Three Mineral Water Pools that will leave your skin silky soft and induce some of the best sleep you've had in ages. The absolute hands down BEST continental breakfast I've ever had, it's a very special place. The Inn Keeper gives you the distinct impression she'd rather be knitting sweaters of Cat Hair than listening to you, or helping you with anything, but I get the feeling it's her, not you. Do yourself a favor and get a restful weekend here, it will do your spirit some good!

Hope Springs is amazing. It's quiet, clean, comfortable and brings in a respectful and low maintenance clientele. I was tempted to not write a review for this place because I selfishly don't want others to find out about this place but the manager there, Nancy, was so kind to me that I want her to make money. After arriving, my friend and I went out to grab groceries. When we were fiddling with our bags, trying to unlock the front door, one of our plastic bags broke and a bottle of red wine crashed onto the sidewalk. I was slightly embarrassed and wanted to clean it up but Nancy came outside, insisted that we go inside and relax and she stayed behind to sweep up the glass and hose down the sidewalk. We went inside, unpacked our bags, took a nap and came back out to our patio to find a paper grocery bag with a new bottle of wine (the same wine we had just dropped). Nancy said to us the next day, "I guess that bottle of wine just put itself back together". It was really touching. I think positive energy is transferred and I left this place with a lot more positive energy than I had when I arrived. 5 stars! I would give Hope Springs 6 stars if I could.

Desert Oasis. . .with 3 natural hot springs pools (1 large warm swimming pool, 1 small hot tub and 1 covered large HOTHOTHOT tub). There is so much to love about this place: 1. Not too far from LA, but it feels like forever away 2. Simple/Pure/Clean Rooms 3. Sunshine, Sunshine and more Sunshine 4. The Best Free Breakfast Ever (yogurt, toast, jelly, butter, cereal, fresh fruit, coffee, tea, milk, OJ, hard boiled eggs, and more) It's self serve and there is plenty for everyone. 5. Small/Secluded/Private - only 10 rooms 6. Friendly InnKeeper - Chole. . .if she is still there. she was there with the original owners and stayed on when the new owner's took over a few years back. 7. Sunset 8. Massage - great massage therapist This place is great for any/all of the following: 1. Honeymoon 2. Weekend Away with Friends 3. Bachelorette Party 4. Romantic Weekend for 2 5. Solo Introspective Journey A place that you will find time to visit on a regular occasion. A place that you think about how you could call it home while you are there. A place that makes the "real" world slip away and allows your senses to take control of what is ahead. Pure Heaven.

I have been going to Hope Springs since 1999. Spanning owners and managers, it has remained, consistently impeccable. It is a place for healing, for connection, for quiet reflection. It is romantic, it is still. To have a place so radically relaxing that is less than two hours from home is a gift. A weekend there can reboot the system perfectly- body, mind and spirit. Nancy runs the place. She is a wonderful host. Kind, accommodating, and has about the most amazing taste in everything- food, linens, bath products, coffee- all the visual sensual details that make Hope so special. The setting is stunning. Mountains as the backdrop frame the stillness of the three mineral pools, surrounded by flowers, cactus, palms, light, air, humming birds, beauty. Its name is befitting- as I always arrive frayed and overwrought, and leave smoothed out and Hope-filled. Thank you Hope Springs for the wonderful memories. I will be back again and again.

I want to come back once a month! Loved everything about this place. This is an example where the "less is more" mind set is really working. The fresh fruit I brought back to bed with me every morning was divine! An extremely comfy king size bed with down blankets, simple. Everything we needed in the kitchenette, soft comfy robes to Cruise around in. The midcentury architecture was beautiful. This place has everything you need with out the clutter. And the peacefulness. I have fallen in love with the absence of televisions, loud voices, super loud blaring music. We left to do a few touristy things but next time lm not leaving Hope Springs. Nancy takes great care of her guests. The three choices of hots springs that vary in temperature that are available 24 hours are amazing! This place is amazing, but not for those who want to rent a place to party during Coachella, You will truly be disappointed and bored. Thank you Nancy, this place is magic.

Hope Springs is on a whole different scale from your typical Palm Springs resort. The overall feeling is that of an old fashioned, but well preserved, open-air, desert resort -- a place out of time, reminiscent of old Palm Springs -- very quiet, very clean, well ordered (without feeling sterile), and very relaxing. There are only ten rooms, which are large, spacious and decorated in cozy minimalist modern, replete with Eames and Saarinen furniture. Each room consists of little else than a king bed, chair and CD player. You will not find any TVs, phones or screaming kids running around the pool area (it is strictly adults-only), just tranquil seclusion. Our stay consisted of reading, relaxing and soaking in the three hot spring-fed mineral pools which vary in temperature from more like that of a hot tub to that of a swimming pool. Close proximity to Palm Springs, and the Joshua Tree National Park, a truly magical place, is just 30 minutes away. But, I digress . . . Reasonably priced and very restful. I can't wait for another opportunity to visit again soon!

Stayed here for 5 nights with good friends (we booked all the rooms). Definitely a good time had by all. The hosts tended to all our needs and are very friendly and hospitable. We'll be coming back! Video: http://vimeo.com/16555106

I wish I could give more than 5 stars to this sweet place! The feeling of the hotel is extremely relaxed yet everything is perfectly tended to, especially the delicious breakfasts Nancy prepares as part of your room and board. The excellent 60s decor helped to transport us into another reality. Looking at other reviews, I guess some people don't get along with Nancy, but we thought she was great!

My review may be biased because I attended a yoga retreat here with a group of women from my yoga class in Monrovia. We rented out the entire space. Ten women. The only time we left the resort for three days was to go for walks around the hills and neighborhood surrounding the hotel. The rooms feel feng shui. Very simple. Concrete floors, a bed, some books on a shelf and some amazing bath products. My favorite though was the soft white cotton robe which I wore most of the time. Nancy cooked lunch and dinner for our group. The food was amazing! Huge tossed bowls of salad, fresh fish or tri-tip from the grill, and specialty items like oat crackers with a cheese spread. We literally fought over the left over crackers!! Our group brought snacks with us and a few deserts. Our yoga classes were held on a small veranda overlooking Palm Springs. It was amazing. No tv, no radio, and just quiet. I had a massage with a woman from Palm Springs and it was very good. The price was high as they always are at resorts. However it was a nice splurge for myself. Everyone in our group elected for the massage and extras and each woman was equally happy with their end results. The temperatures of the three pools of water are perfect. This is where we spent the majority of our time between exercising and relaxing. If you want a truly relaxing quiet experience this is your place. Especially for groups!!! I would love to do a family retreat here however children are not allowed. Makes sense - not so much peace and tranquility when little kids are running around. Haha!

Had the most romantic, peaceful and hopeful weekend here with my husband. The place is perfect for romantic weekend getaway and if just want to leave your crazy life just for the meantime! Lol. The design of the place is chic retro, minimalist and just clean. Rooms are just the essential stuff you need, no phone, no Tv, No nonsense. Wi-fi is free! They provide soaps, shampoo, towels and robes. Make sure your bring your slippers because the room has concrete floors. I love it that at night you can freely get milk, oj, fresh juices in the common kitchen (as long as there is no name Lol) and just chilax by your patio. There are 3 pools, a jacuzzi, a regular temperature and a warmer pool. My favorite part is the breakfast. So healthy, and inspiring. They have yogurt, nuts, cheeses, eggs, fruits.. for the carnivorous people sorry no meat available. Stargazing was wonderful too! Somehow the sky were much brighter here! Will DEFIANTLY go back here again!

i love this place. Ive now been back three times...Nancy is so nice- the place is simple, elegant, easy. If your looking for room service and hotel bars this is NOT the place for you. Get a room with a kitchenette- bring your food and drinks and get ready to be so relaxed you might actually melt in the dessert sun!! LOVE hope springs.

A great retreat. Super minimalist rooms that are very comfortable. The hot spring pools are perfect, the ambiance is calm and the breakfast was great. I highly recommend this place. I plan on returning and combining it with day cleansing at We Care.

My girlfriend and I were looking for a last second place to crash for the weekend of Coachella. With limited options, we ended up at Hope Springs Resort and could not have been happier. Melinda, the manager, took great care of us and made special accommodations for our arrival. The complimentary breakfast is the best I have ever had at any hotel. Fresh, organic, and local bakery, fruits, and yogurt. Several different teas, juices, and fresh brewed coffee. Melinda even cooked an egg dish made-to-order each morning as well. The resort is a bit off the beaten path, a few miles off of US-10. However, this creates an amazing "get away" that is very peaceful, quiet, and relaxing. In addition, all the pools here are natural mineral water which I had never experienced before I stayed but am now a believer. To put it simply, there were days we were tempted to skip Coachella and stay at Hope Springs to relax instead. It's that great!

It is a wonderful magical place to be. You'll be amazed how quiet that is too (if you go there from LA...) I've been there many times and enjoyed deeper each time. If you love bathing they have three tubs with different temperatures, the one with the roof is hot but super nice no matter what a season is. Their rooms are simple, clean and again quiet. Since almost no stores around you should plan your own necessities before you get there because once you check in you'll feel like you don't want to leave there any more. FORGET mainstream Palm Spring THIS is the place to be.

Our kind of place. A little off the beaten track. Comfy, healthy & friendly. Easy to book & check in. Very laid back. Kitchenette options mean you can cook for yourself privately and never leave the site. If you can't get a kitchenette, no worries, there's a communal kitchen in the entrance/lobby/living room. The architecture is sixties-modern, & the furnishings/decor are period as well. Stark for my taste, but everything's useful & comfortable & suits the mood. Landscaping is lush desert - mainly cactus & succulents, but not dangerous feeling near the pool.And with enough privacy to read/eat/crash on your own protected pool-facing patio. Rooms are simply furnished & have cool concrete floors. (Bring your flipflops, they can get slippery when wet) Bed and pillows were quite comfy. Bathrooms have nice showers and frosted windows that let in light, but keep your privacy. You can retreat inside & enjoy the poolside through your picture window, or draw the curtains to enclose yourself. (Mind the light behind the bed, though, or you'll be projecting yourself on your curtain.) The comfy room robes are available for sale. Kitchenette rooms are a little larger, with a separate seating space. Don't plan to cook anything too complicated, unless you bring equipment. It's very simply stocked (dish drain/sponge/soap/ flatware. corkscrew, a few plates, nonstick small pots, knife & cutting board, one bowl, plastic cups & stemware, refrigerator & stove top) Lobby kitchen has instant hot water, toaster, coffee in thermoses, and a fridge stocked with yogurt, milk, & soy & almond milk. Might want to pack a colander, tongs, blender, or serving bowls/platters. Breakfast met the needs of all diets, with happy options for gluten-free & vegan. It's a world away from L.A. AND Palm Springs. Walk in the almost signless locked front door and be welcomed into a perfect retreat. Water in each of the three pools feels silky smooth and tastes great from the tap as well. Lounge in bed, in reconditioned sixties porch and patio furniture or in the communal lobby space. Sleep, soak, read, or chat with a variety of guests - who've also sought out the unusual, and who've likely been returning for years. Would never have found this lovely spot without Yelp - so thank you all you prior reviewers! With only 10 rooms, it's fun to think of returning to fill it with a bunch of friends.

Beautiful, clean, peaceful place with delicious breakfast :) I especially enjoyed the different temperatures of the pools from super hot to quite cool.

Unlike what you would usually find in Palm Springs, this small resort is somehow secluded and not widely advertised- so you do get a very strong sense of privacy and peace here. Architecture is in late 50's or early 60's style, the furniture is nostalgic ultra-modern retro with plenty of design icons that will speed up your heart beat. And wow- 3 mineral pools. Never got to try the Spa but I hear it is really good. This 'motel' is great for couples but I would not recommend it for families- so leave the kids and all the worries in LA, and take care of each other by spending some quality time together, alone.

heaven on earth. palm springs is one of my favorite places and hope springs has to be the most relaxing spot in it. it's one of those 'no tv, no clocks,' kinda places. turn off your cell and bring your laptop only if you're going to use it for the itunes. they have three amazing mineral pools, wonderful complimentary breakfast and a great massuse. just thinking about this place relaxes me. i cannot wait to return.

So charming and relaxing. The room was spacious and simple, the pools were quiet and warm, and the breakfast was delicious.

Great weekend getaway. 2 hours from LA. Not a lot to do in DHS (unlike JT & Palm Springs) so you're pretty much forced to sit back & relax at Hope Springs. 10 rooms make for a intimate space. I love the minimal,mid-century modern decor. Melinda was a great host, well informed and the right amount of attention. There are couple of minor things I'd like to change, however. I would prefer salt water pools,because they're gentle on your skin. The chlorine isn't bad here but you can tell the difference. The $50 cleaning charge on the grill is absurd, perhaps they should just yank it out because I can't imagine anyone wanting to use it. The stove in our room didn't work and it wasn't a problem because we ended up not needing it but we did pay extra for a room with a kitchen. I really felt like I got away even though it was only 2 days spent at HS. I look forward to going back.

Great room, great spa. Best hotel ever. But the lady ( maybe owner ) is really sour person. Never say Hi to us. She came to our room to say "I need your room" ONE minute after check out time........ I love this place, but never back again...... :(

ten rooms purity of space relaxing in time three pools, heal thyself

everybody loves hope springs that belongs there. if the aesthetic of the website speaks to you, than you get it and you'll love it, if not, there's a huge variety for more traditional resorts all over the area SO.... i thought i'd break from my normal comprehensive reviews and try something new. hope springs is a great relationship litmus test. let's say you've been in a relationship for 6 months to a couple years and you are both busy people and you wanna know whether s/he's 'the one'. well, this a cheap way to find out. there is nothing to do at HS but BE TOGETHER in a sparse and beautiful setting. pretty much zero distractions. so, stay a couple days and see if you love it because you are enjoying your partner's company or whether you are getting on each other's nerves and/or looking for distractions. it's not full-proof, just a theory, a thought. and in case your wondering... the first time i went with a girlfriend and this last time alone! peace and blessings.

Heavenly getaway! Turn it all off and float back to wellness. Selfishly considered not reviewing to keep this gem as secret as possible, but I want them to do as well as possible. No t.v., no phones, no stress. Always meet lovely people here, you can't find a more mellow retreat. Affordable enough to stay a while.

We spent a weekend here in November and we loved it. Simple, clean, and relaxing. When we first looked at our room and at the complimentary breakfast, my first thought was "sparse". But then I realized that it had everything we needed - a comfortable bed with a warm comforter, three hot pools to choose from, ample outdoor seating. Another reviewer compared the room to a garage, and it does have concrete floors, but I appreciated that since we were usually coming into the room dripping wet from the pools (there are robes and towels for you to use). Breakfast was delicious and surprisingly filling - different breads and spreads, egg frittata, fresh fruit, cheese, and yogurt, no meat. They have a communal kitchen for guest use and I appreciate that they encourage you to bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy during your stay. It never felt crowded, people were friendly but kept to themselves and were pretty quiet. I didn't formally meet the staff - they seemed very quiet and unobtrusive - so I don't know the names of the women working there. But everyone was nice and pleasant. I received a gift certificate for a two night stay from some former co-workers, so perhaps I had fewer expectations since I didn't pay. We got there late on a Friday night (traffic from Orange County was horrendous as expected). Ate some food we brought and soaked in the pools. Went to bed early, woke up for breakfast (available 8-10am). We walked to Cabot's House (a quirky tourist spot), less than a mile away. We took a day trip to The Living Desert (a zoo in Palm Desert) and stopped by Shield's Date Garden in Indio. Had dinner at a pizza place down the street from Hope Springs and spent the rest of the evening soaking in the pools. The pools are open 24/7 so we snuck out again at 4am to soak and look at the stars. Had breakfast, read and soaked, then checked out at noon. On the way back to OC, we stopped at the outlets at Cabazon and the In-n-Out in Moreno Valley. A great weekend!

As soon as you walk through the door of Hope Springs you immediately forget the rest of the world and enter a familiar, comfortable, cozy, oasis with the exact amount of fancy randomly sprinkled like stardust throughout the compound. Breakfast with a roadrunner, swim in natural spring waters, meditate to whispers of immense succulents and palms, and fall asleep easily because this place is just so dern relaxing.

Hope Springs really is the perfect get-away for those of us who are inclined to find a minimalist retreat rejuvenative. If you're looking for Ritz-Carlton-style plushness, you'll be less than pleased with the beautifully well-worn austerity of this place, so you ougtta just stay at the Ritz-Carlton.

My partner and I got back from Hope Springs this afternoon, and we can't say enough wonderful things to say about the rooms, breakfast, pools, architecture, and staff. Nancy, the innkeeper went above and beyond to make sure our stay was incredible, and prepared a wonderful breakfast every morning (yogurt, berries, fruits, dates, toast, delicious frittatas, etc). We had massages and scrubs with Art, who was absolutely incredible. Hope Springs is a quiet, beautiful paradise, and I can't wait to return!

Cool, retro retreat off the beaten path in the desert of Southern California. If you love 50's architecture and are an independent soul looking for some time to soak in the sun and water then you will love Hope Springs. This small, renovated hipster motel is not the place for a family but perfect for couples or friends who just want to hang out and relax. I want last year with a good friend and we are returning again this year for another taste of Hope Springs.

It's a wonderful retreat, an incredibly designed minimal oasis in Desert Hot Springs. It's for those that want serenity and self-service. Bring your own food and wine and relax. There is no place on earth quite like Hope Springs and that's why I keep coming back.

Bauhaus meets the Buddha! Perfect melding of modern and mellow. Spare and elegant rooms, twenty-four hour access to the three naturally heated mineral pools, ample and healthy breakfast, bliss! Manager Nancy Jackson exudes calm and comfort, and has plenty of information on offer about area attractions, natural and otherwise. My husband and I celebrated his 60th birthday here and the experience could not have been more perfect. We hiked Indian Canyons and Joshua Tree, then came back and melted. Get a massage from Art! (And I say this as a person who does not generally like massage...) A lovely experience we'll never forget -- but hope to repeat! Thanks, Nancy!