Desert Hot Springs · checked October 2026
Clothing-optional hot springs in Desert Hot Springs
Twenty minutes north of Palm Springs, the town sits on natural hot mineral water. Three resorts let you soak in it clothing-optional.
Mi Kasa Hot Springs
Mixed couples and friends who want hot springs without a scene
Mixed adultsHotel O2
Mixed couples and small groups who want hot springs and a day-pass option
Couples & womenSea Mountain Inn
Couples who specifically want a lifestyle resort
| Resort | Who it's for | Guest rating | Price / night | Rooms | Mood |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mi Kasa Hot Springs | Mixed adults | ★ 4.8 (506) | On request | – | Social |
| Hotel O2 | Mixed adults | – | On request | 20 | Social |
| Sea Mountain Inn | Couples & women | ★ 4.5 (450) | $410–795 | 18 | Party / lifestyle |
Why go north
Palm Springs resorts heat their pools. Desert Hot Springs pumps naturally hot mineral water from underground, which is why the town's spas have drawn visitors for decades. It's also where the remaining options for mixed couples are.
Read the visitor bureau's hot-water guide for the town's other (clothed) spas.
Questions
Are there clothing-optional resorts in Desert Hot Springs?
Yes, three: Mi Kasa Hot Springs, Hotel O2 and Sea Mountain Inn. All are adults-only and built around natural hot mineral water.
How far is Desert Hot Springs from Palm Springs?
About 20 minutes by car, and roughly 10 minutes from Palm Springs International Airport.
Can I visit the hot springs for the day?
Hotel O2 sells day passes from noon to 10 pm, and Sea Mountain runs a day club for couples and women.