BEWARE: If you're looking for an RV resort where your stuff has a better chance of enjoying the…read moreamenities than you do, then Caliente Springs is your place. During my stay, I felt less like a guest at a RV resort and more like a contestant on a twisted game show called "What Will Get Stolen Next?" My bathing suit disappeared while I stepped into the shower after using the hot tubs. The towel I had brought into the sauna? Snatched. At this point I started wondering if I should chain my flip-flops to the chairs. What really seals the deal is the reaction from staff: a perfect cocktail of indifference and shoulder shrugs. Concerns about theft are met with the enthusiasm of someone being told their parking meter expired. It's almost impressive how deeply they seem to not care. There is an element of theft at Caliente Springs from their own residents. The blond "I dream of Jeanie" looking resident thief stole an expensive item from the sauna uses the tubs every day. I was told by another resident woman she saw this Barbie doll take my towel. Reported the thieving person and nothing. The staff didn't care and completely enables this behavior of theft.

Although we enjoy staying at Caliente Springs Resort we experienced a lot of unpleasant…read moreinteractions this year. We purposely avoid talking politics but there is a contingent of MAGA at this resort and at one time I was told I should go home if I didn't like their president. This was an unsolicited comment and I found it very offensive. One of the units had a large TRUMP sign but the resort had them take it down which was nice but any Canadian deciding to travel to the US should expect to encounter MAGA republicans who will make your stay less than pleasant

I was looking for a hot mineral spring pool, and found it at this RV resort. So rather than paying…read morefor use of a pool at a spa, we got an RV campsite and use of the resort's amenities. There are two pools at this site. We liked the one by the upper clubhouse - wide open with beautiful views of the mountains. The pool is warm and the hot tub is warmer. Both are spacious and clean. The bathrooms at both clubhouses are updated and clean as well. Considering it is peak season, we found the nightly rate of $60 to be extremely reasonable. Rates are lower for weekly stays. We also took advantage of their pickleball courts. They offered lessons on the first morning, and the instructors were absolutely fabulous - both patient and fun. We had a wonderful time.

My first time coming to this RV resort and I really did enjoy my time here. I rented a cottage and…read moreit was a 1 bedroom, 1 full bath, full kitchen with a fridge and had a pretty decent size living area. I received a text giving instruction on what to expect if we were to arrive after hours. We got there at 7pm and was very simple to get our cottage keys, gate passes and it was very easy to get to our cottage. The couch was a pull out couch (bed) and was able to fit an extra two ppl. There was extra linings , 2 pillows , and one blanket. But I did bring extra blankets. There are family pools / jacuzzis , gym, common area with grills and fire pits, tennis court , and a basket ball court. I did appreciate that it was pet friendly and There was a dog park at the resort as well. So there was plenty do to there.

Me and my family have been coming to Sam's for over 40 years. It's a tradition started by my…read moregrandparents and us as grandchildren continue to carry this tradition. This was my first time coming here since I was 10 years old. Wow. The nostalgia hit so hard. The snack shop, hot pools, duck feeding, friendly staff etc. Only thing I would change though is the 1 tent per site. Other than that, Sam's will always be a place to come to for a family vacation.

This was a disappointing experience. The parking lot is very inconvenient for a new visiter with a…read morelarger RV. It's confusing and small. I had picked an RV site but it was scratched out and replaced with another site number. it was two sites away so I didn't mention it. My site was next to a permanent resident fifth wheel in horrible condition. Little did I know it was one of the better permanent RVs there. When you see all the "rules" for campers there you assume this is a nice place. I think they even wanted to know the year of our RV, like they have standards. HA! Went on a walk around and there were junky RVs everywhere that are old, broken RVs surrounded by hoards and hanging laundry (NOT allowed! LOL) Seeing all the permanent septic hoses on the ground and with the "p trap" dip showing they are open 24-7 was awful. Speaking of laundry, after a week in Mexico we had two loads to run. Our friends had one. Luckily there were three working - because only about 30% of the washing machines/dryers were actually functioning. They only had coin operated washers and no change machine. The pool area was older but clean and nice. The pool was cold! There is a separate, covered area with four hot pools of various temperatures. These were well used and I should point out there can be children present - just pointing this out as it can be less then relaxing to have a child playing with dolls in the spa with you. Unfortunately the sauna was not working when I was there. It had some very pretty grounds around the pool for games and barbecue. Nice pond with turtles, too. When we went to leave, we tried to hook up to empty the grey and black tanks. Our septic hook up was modified for a smaller hose size and there was no way for us to be able to use it. Very frustrating and we didn't want find an alternate there since it was quite early in the morning. The guy banging on metal and running equipment behind us hadn't even showed up to make noise yet that morning. After we left we reached out to the management via email and it has been over a week with NO response. We had asked for a partial refund due to the issues mentioned. With no reply, I feel compelled to warn others, since you will have no recourse once they get your money apparently. While we enjoyed the pool for a couple hours and felt like I was pretty safe there, the amenities and services were otherwise lacking and not worth, in my opinion, what we paid. It felt very, "bait and switch." The location was ok for decompressing from our Mexico trip, but next time we will go back the way we came (a hidden gem by Salton Sea)

I've been a resident at Sparkling Waters for 2 1/2 years. I live in one of the mobile homes. Since…read moreJohn the manager took over, the park has undergone a major transformation. He upgraded the mineral water swimming pool area and spa pools public areas with new luxury lounge chairs snd seating, also brought in Palm Trees, flowers, greenery, and changed the paint colors. It looks, feels, and functions like a spa resort now!! Mago, the maintenance manager and landscaper keeps everything clean, maintained, and beautiful. Both John and Mago are so helpful and conscientious. They keep Sparkling Waters beautiful and go above and beyond in assisting the residents and visitors with their needs. The park is so much better now!! Thanks John and Mago!!

I live in Sparkling Waters. It's the most relaxing place I have ever been! Our manager John is the…read morebest, and our grounds keeper is always on top of things.I feel safe here and I love the people who live here too. It's a little Bohemian, but that to me is a good thing. John isn't just a manager. He's a very nice human with a keen desire to set things straight. Bravo for the effort! What more can I say? Gail Chamberlain

It could use some TLC but I love living here. It's quiet and everyone keeps to themselvesread more

Big shout out to Sandy Cove Mgmt. for having hired the best 2 maintenance men around. The park had…read more been neglected and getting somewhat run down. It's been a blessing having Steve and Steve on board as grounds keepers/ handymen. They are always helpful and working to make this place a better place to live. They go above and beyond the call of duty.. Residing here after ten years I can say Steve and Steve have been the most hard working, in addition to stellar work ethic we have seen at this park in a very long time. Would recommend to future tenants.

This was my first time to utilize a KOA. It's not too far from the freeway and to many stores, gas…read morestations and places to eat. Check-in for us was inside the office/convenience store. I don't know if that is how it works all the time because there was a little booth at the entrance, but no one was there at the time. I don't know if they use that during the busy season. They have cabins, shaded structures, and RV spots available. Friends and I had trailers, tent and car camping. We had electric and water available at our sites. I expected to see more trees at the sites. They had trees, but it was more to divide the cabin section from the RV sites. It did provide shade but that was after noonish, and it got hot early in the morning. Thankfully we had our canopy. We also had heavy winds during different times of the day so keep that in mind and make sure your tents and canopy is secure. There are occasional squirrel's so secure your food if you are not going to be around. They have plenty of amenities. My friends used the pool and spa. Great to use when the evenings are warm and for star gazing! I was able to use the showers which were kept very clean (code is needed to enter restrooms and showers). They had a laundry room adjacent to the restrooms, they are coin operated. We did not take advantage of some of the activities that took place in the community room the two nights we were there. We actually stayed at the KOA because it wasn't too far from the venue we were going to see a musician. There is a pickleball court too which we could see from one of our sites. During our visit the park was not busy at all but it is off season. It was very quiet at the campground and it was very clean. Staff was seen often driving around. The convenience store have cute chachi's, but also carry necessities. That includes ice. I wouldn't mind reserving the same sites again. If I return I hope to use the other amenities that are available.

Second time staying here and was just as good as the first time. Friendly staff and great sites…read moreSee you next year