Hidden gems: places in Desert Hot Springs

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Desert Hot Springs. Ratings are based from 20 places in the city.

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Espresso Self
Cafe
5.00 (28 reviews)
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The Yucca Hotel
Hotel
👍👍 THE BEST LUXURY ECO FRIENDLY Boutique hotel in Joshua Tree!! Tony & Gaby (the owners of Heart Core Hotels) put so much heart and intention in everything they do. I’ve now stayed at their Big Island, Hawaii location and the Joshua Tree one and both are magical! This one is truly a desert oasis in the...
5.00 (21 reviews)
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Grown&Sexy Playhouse lingerie store
Lingerie store
5.00 (11 reviews)
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Desert Hot Springs Getaway
Vacation home rental agency
5.00 (6 reviews)
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Lizzy’s Premium Frozen Yogurt
Frozen yogurt shop
👍👍 Did not expect this place to be as quaint as it was… they charmingly took the time to make every item (yogurt included) Halloween themed, going as far as hand cut decorations. The toppings were all that you would want. We’ll worth the stop.
4.90 (112 reviews)
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Onsen Hotel & Spa - Desert Hot Springs
Resort hotel
👍👍 This place is amazing. Supper clean and comfortable. The mineral water in the pool and jacuzzi is absolutely great and clean. The staff is friendly and helpful. A special thanks to Kendra who made our check in and out very easy and was always there for us. I would highly recommend this please. W...
4.80 (110 reviews)
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Sagewater Springs
Hotel
Contemporary rooms with kitchens in a modern upscale resort, plus a mineral-water pool & a hot tub.
4.80 (87 reviews)
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Kihon MMA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Martial arts school
👍👍 Good mixture of technique on several martial arts, cardio, strength and fun. Each day is different and that keeps it interesting and lively. New students are welcomed in and not made to feel like outsiders. Great place to train for a future in the sport or as a family. The owner is personally invest...
4.80 (61 reviews)
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Bubbling Wells - Historic Hot Spring Ranch
Hotel
👍👍 Heaven on Earth. It's is honestly difficult to put into words the wonder that this oasis is. I've had the pleasure of traveling around the world and have never been to an area like Bubbling Wells Ranch. My friends and i stayed at the Oasis Oct 2020 and recently Sept 2021. Aside from the incredible n...
4.80 (36 reviews)
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Desert Hot Springs Oasis
Hotel
👍👍 I am so grateful for my stay at DHS Oasis. I stayed at this residence for 4 nights and 5 days, and was never short on any necessary household items. The living room is beautifully set up with a huge TV and a couch that provided so much room for me and my friends. Wine glasses were conveniently in th...
4.80 (19 reviews)
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Carl May Community Center
Community center
4.70 (56 reviews)
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The Getaway
Hotel
4.70 (38 reviews)
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City of Desert Hot Springs
City or town hall
4.70 (18 reviews)
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Desert Hot Springs Senior Center
Senior citizen center
4.70 (17 reviews)
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Papaya's
Restaurant
👍👍 Owner is really nice sweet lady. Great drinks. Best chamango iv ever had is there
$ $$$
4.60 (93 reviews)
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TK Donuts
Chinese restaurant
👍👍 Don't let the name fool you. Best Asian food in DHS. Soups are great, Mongolian beef fantastic, going back again soon.
$$ $$
4.60 (9 reviews)
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Don Tacorriendo
Mexican restaurant
👍👍 This place is everything. One of the best spots I have tried in southern CA - which is MANY. Owners are the friendliest and sweetest people - they had closed early when we got there but Andres popped outside to welcome us in and take our order anyway. The food is amazing - the chiles gueritos are a...
4.50 (135 reviews)
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Azure Palm Café
Californian restaurant
👍👍 My favorite coffee stop turned into my favorite food spot in town!! Food has high quality ingredients and definitely meets my expectations!! Black bean patty was delicious, bun was too thick and overpowering so I trim the top half off. Tuna bowl was amazing!!! This spot is a must try!!!
$ $$$
4.50 (111 reviews)
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Hope Springs Resort
Hotel
Midcentury modern hotel offering bright rooms, plus 3 hot-spring pools & breakfast.
4.50 (70 reviews)
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Desert Hot Springs Loop entrance
Hiking area
👍👍 Great hike, not to long. good view of the beginnings of the desert. Good panaramic view of Jacinto mountain. Straight hike up and straight down. Great self challenge to top.
4.50 (42 reviews)
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