Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Desert Hot Springs travel guide

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You're Going to Love Desert Hot Springs

With a population of 25.938, Desert Hot Springs is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Desert Hot Springs to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Desert Hot Springs

Desert Hot Springs in June
Estimated hotel price
$75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Desert Hot Springs in June
Estimated hotel price
$75
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Desert Hot Springs in July, when the average temperature is 91.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 107.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 55.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 1.1″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Desert Hot Springs, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Desert Hot Springs

Plane

When flying to Desert Hot Springs, you’ll arrive at Palm Springs (PSP), which is located 15 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Desert Hot Springs include United Airlines, Air Canada and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Desert Hot Springs departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 39m.

Car

Another option to get to Desert Hot Springs is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 167 km from Desert Hot Springs. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Desert Hot Springs, you’ll arrive at Palm Springs (PSP), which is located 15 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Desert Hot Springs include United Airlines, Air Canada and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Desert Hot Springs departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 39m.

Car

Another option to get to Desert Hot Springs is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 167 km from Desert Hot Springs. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Desert Hot Springs

SANSan Diego
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Desert Hot Springs

Lufthansa
Good (8,191 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,558 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,158 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,477 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,502 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,257 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,642 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (948 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,108 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,950 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,214 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,471 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,505 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,451 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,368 reviews)
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Where to stay in Desert Hot Springs

Average rates range from around $324 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $81 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Acres Landing and Desert Hot Springs Spa Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Desert Hot Springs

Most booked hotels in Desert Hot Springs

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Azure Palm Hot Springs
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 170 reviews)
$184+
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Best Western Plus Las Brisas Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2743 reviews)
$124+
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The Inn at Mission Lakes
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 36 reviews)
$161+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Cathedral City Palm Springs
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 519 reviews)
$83+
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Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1719 reviews)
$128+
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Hotel Zoso
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1404 reviews)
$90+
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Renting a car in Desert Hot Springs

Renting a car in Desert Hot Springs costs $54 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 15% cheaper than airport locations in Desert Hot Springs.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Desert Hot Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Desert Hot Springs, while also 37% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Desert Hot Springs costs $54 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 15% cheaper than airport locations in Desert Hot Springs.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Desert Hot Springs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Desert Hot Springs, while also 37% cheaper than other types, on average.

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