Desert Hot Springs Inn is a boutique bed and breakfast with natural hot mineral water pools, located in Desert Hot Springs in Riverside County. What sets this place apart for dog owners is the pet policy: no pet fees, no size limits, and no breed restrictions. That’s rare for any hotel, and it means you can bring your Great Dane or your Chihuahua without worrying about extra charges or being turned away at check-in.

The inn is a fully restored property with a small number of rooms, giving it a quiet, personal feel that larger hotels can’t match. The hot mineral pools are the main attraction — the water is drawn from the natural underground springs that Desert Hot Springs is known for, and a soak after a long day of hiking or driving is genuinely restorative. The property’s compact size means your dog won’t be navigating long hotel corridors or crowded lobbies, which is easier on dogs who are uneasy in busy environments. The grounds are well-maintained and offer space for your dog to walk around comfortably.

Desert Hot Springs is about 15 minutes north of downtown Palm Springs, close to hiking trails, restaurants with dog-friendly patios, and the western entrance to Joshua Tree National Park. The inn’s location gives you a quieter, less touristy base while keeping you within easy reach of everything the greater Palm Springs area has to offer. The town itself has a growing arts and wellness scene, with small galleries and cafes worth exploring on foot with your pup. You’ll find the vibe here distinctly different from the busier resort atmosphere just south in Palm Springs proper.

For dog owners who want a small, welcoming place where their dog is treated as a genuine guest rather than an afterthought, Desert Hot Springs Inn is worth considering. The no-fee, no-restriction policy alone makes it stand out from most accommodations in the area, and the mineral pools give you a real reason to stay for a night or two beyond just having a place to sleep.