Quick FactsOverview
About Aqua Soleil Hotel and Mineral Water Spa
Aqua Soleil Hotel and Mineral Water Spa, California is a 95-room full-service mineral water hotel in Desert Hot Springs, Riverside County, located on Palm Drive near the center of the city. Originally built in 1984 as the Royal Fox Inn and later known as the Agua Caliente Hotel and Spa, the property was renamed Aqua Soleil in 2008. An outdoor swimming pool at approximately 90 degrees Fahrenheit and two jetted hot pools at 102 to 107 degrees are filled with mineral water drawn from an on-site well tapping the Desert Hot Springs aquifer. Desert Hot Springs is the immediate community.
Nine Soleil Suites each contain a private 6-by-10-foot jetted, in-ground mineral water pool, allowing guests to soak in the same aquifer water without leaving their room. All 95 rooms are individually decorated. The Spa at Soleil offers Swedish and deep tissue massages, mineral facials, and body treatments using organic and natural products. A restaurant and lounge provide on-site dining. The mineral pools are surrounded by a cactus garden. This is one of the larger hot springs California offers in the Desert Hot Springs area, with significantly more rooms than the boutique properties on Miracle Hill.
Day-use access to the mineral pools and courtyard starts at $20, waived with any spa treatment.
Location & Access
Getting to Aqua Soleil Hotel
Aqua Soleil Hotel and Mineral Water Spa is located at 14500 Palm Drive in Desert Hot Springs, approximately 10 miles from downtown Palm Springs and 8.3 miles from Palm Springs International Airport. The drive from Los Angeles takes approximately 2 hours via Interstate 10. Free parking is available on site. The hotel is on the main commercial corridor of Desert Hot Springs with restaurants and shops nearby.
From Palm Springs, drive north on Indian Canyon Drive, which becomes Palm Drive as it enters Desert Hot Springs. The hotel is on the right. Mission Springs Park is within a 5-minute walk. The Hacienda Palms Shopping Center is within a few blocks. Joshua Tree National Park is approximately 30 minutes east.
Desert Hot Springs Context
Desert Hot Springs sits on the north side of the San Andreas Fault, where geothermal activity heats underground water. The city was once known as California Spa City, with over 120 mineral water inns at its peak. For visitors seeking hot springs near Palm Springs, Aqua Soleil is one of the larger and more affordable options with 95 rooms and day-use access from $20. The hotel is approximately 1.5 miles from Miracle Hill, where smaller boutique properties draw from the hottest part of the aquifer.
Suitability & Accessibility
Who Should Visit Aqua Soleil Hotel
Aqua Soleil Hotel suits visitors seeking a full-service mineral water hotel with more rooms, more amenities, and more affordable pricing than the smaller boutique Desert Hot Springs properties. The 95 rooms mean availability is generally good even during peak season. The three mineral pools at different temperatures accommodate both swimmers and soakers. The nine Soleil Suites with private in-room mineral pools are a distinctive feature for guests wanting a private soaking experience.
The hotel is family-friendly, with children welcome under adult supervision at the pools. Guests under 18 are not permitted in the hot tubs or fitness facility. Pets (dogs and cats) are allowed with size limitations. The on-site restaurant and lounge, spa, arcade and game room, and 24-hour front desk provide a level of service that the smaller properties in Desert Hot Springs cannot match.
Accessibility at Aqua Soleil Hotel
The hotel is handicap accessible. Contact the hotel for specific details regarding pool entry. Those seeking hot springs California offers near Palm Springs with a more intimate or boutique atmosphere should explore the smaller properties on Miracle Hill, such as Miracle Manor, Sagewater Springs, or Hope Springs Resort, each of which offers a more intimate and design-focused mineral water experience.
Safety & Etiquette
Aqua Soleil Hotel and Mineral Water Spa Safety Tips
Aqua Soleil Hotel is a managed property with a 24-hour front desk, making it generally safe for all guests. The swimming pool at 90 degrees is comfortable for extended use. The two jetted hot pools at 102 to 107 degrees are therapeutic but require attention to hydration and soaking duration. Supervise children at all times near the water. Guests under 18 are not permitted in the hot tubs.
Swimsuits are required in all pool areas. The mineral water is drawn from the on-site well and treated for pool use. The pools and courtyard are open to day-use visitors ($20) and overnight guests. Check-in runs from 4pm to 4am; checkout is at noon.
Desert Travel Notes
Desert Hot Springs summer temperatures regularly exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Stay hydrated and use sun protection. The best months for comfortable outdoor soaking are October through April. The cactus garden around the pools provides some shade but direct sun exposure is significant during midday hours.
Booking and Policies at Aqua Soleil
Reservations are available through the hotel website at aquasoleilhotel.com, by phone at 760-329-4481, or through major booking platforms. Day-use access is $20 and is waived with any spa treatment. The Soleil Suites with private mineral pools book at higher rates than standard rooms. The on-site restaurant serves meals throughout the day. The arcade and game room provides entertainment for families. The property is located on the main Palm Drive corridor with restaurants and convenience stores within walking distance.
