FIVE STARS IS NOT ENOUGH STARS! World's best massage…read moretherapist, hands down. Of all the top-notch restaurants and life-bettering small businesses I've found thanks to the legends at YELP, CK Thai Massage might be the best recommendation I've ever been given. Of all time! But seriously, thank you so much CK! (She changed my life.) I had been very sore for a long time after battling some next level health problems. I booked a two hour combination Thai massage appointment based on the positive Yelp reviews which contained details related to sports injuries and scar tissue. I was able to book the appointment with service details through the Yelp app which was super helpful. I found a street spot right in front. Plenty of available places on a weeknight, including disabled spots. I confirmed my appointment and entered the cute waiting room where I was greeted immediately by CK the amazing. CK addressed my health issues straight away and led me to a private room with instructions. I pointed out a few sore spots and said I was recovering from surgeries. CK recommended some additional treatments in consideration of my health goals. I have a lot of scars and broken bones from my early childhood which doctors and massage therapists ask me about and treat gingerly. The medical community is incredibly nice to people with injuries like mine in my experience. CK applied light therapy during the massage and kneeded a therapeutic oil into my sore muscles. She pointed out where I had scar tissue and past surgeries one by one as I nodded, totally impressed and in awe of her surgeon-like skills as as massage therapist. (AMAZING!) I had plastic-like scar tissue throughout my body residual of my health problems. LIfe threatening anemia and severe bone marrow depletion is no joke! CK helped me stretch carefully and slowly while she used different massage techniques to help me with my inflexibility. CK found some severe muscle scarring in my underarm area that I didn't know was there. She first identified it as a surgical site near my lymph nodes but I told her I hadn't had a surgery there. She looked confused and assured me that I had a surgery there. (?!) CK looked concerned about my health during the massage and she paused to show me some areas on my body where I did not have enough or any muscles according to her. CK pointed out an area of my back, which she said was putting a lot of pressure on my joints and ligaments due to my muscle depletion. CK urged me to PLEASE eat five eggs a day and not to worry about the calories because the vitamins and protein were so good for me and my health. Great advice! I felt so much better during and after the massage. I really couldn't believe a single massage therapy appointment could be so helpful and healing. I went for my first swim in several years that night to celebrate how much better I felt and how far I had come. But. To my astonishment, I couldn't swim. This girl, who used to haul a longboard past the biggest breaks, out swimming the strongest men with a heavy kayak, was now in danger of drowning in the shallow pool. My muscles had left me in places I didn't know about. Everywhere miss CK pointed out. And then some. Upon her advice, I decided it was a medical emergency for me to start strength training. I invested my life savings and my heartfelt efforts into lifting heavy weights with professional trainer. (With my stubborn eyes on the prize..) I thought about CK when I made a big pan of egg each day. Even when I didn't want to eat them, I did. I felt better for every ounce of her advice I took. The previous month, I reclined in a chair and my body temperature dropped to a dangerously low temperature. The area in my underarm which CK identified as injured caused me to lose a couple gallons of sweat in an instant after stretching to relieve some scar tissue and swelling in my underarm which relieved some long-term soreness and improved my flexibility. My health recovery has been slower than I expected but I'm better now than I ever thought was possible. CK is a huge part of that outcome for me. My experience with Thai culture has always been health forward and health first. I'm lucky to have made my way here and privileged to be the beneficiary of CK's contribution to my health recovery. If you are sore from that desk job, car accident or illness, get your bones repaired here. Realign your everything with the advice you'll be given by CK herself. Battle the ultimate bad guys or sicknesses and come here to get help with your big health comeback. Post massage advice taken, I regained a lot of my muscle, flexibility and strength. I couldn't have done it alone.;) If you see some newly posted pictures of me looking better than EVER, you can give some of the credit to CK for helping me get here. (For God, community and country.) **Lifts Truck** (see you at the world peace uye!)

CK is so talented. She is truly a master of her craft. You may come in with shoulder pain and…read moreshe'll find the source of your pain, fix, and find a few more to fix along the way. She has such quality serums and topicals to help get deeper and get you lasting results. I struggled with chronic migraines, hip pain, and weak knees and in one treatment I had significant relief. I'm addicted! I live in LA but come out as often as I can just to see her. I will say, trust the process. It can get uncomfortable because you're working through deep tension but breathe through it and I promise you'll be better for it. Cannot recommend her enough!

Didn't exactly know what to expect and was over thinking it but just like every other comment you…read morewill read says.. you will feel welcomed and comfortable. They've definitely gained loyal members as this place is now our preferred go to!

I removed my platinum engagement/wedding ring the night before checkout because my finger was…read moreswollen after using the jacuzzi. I was wearing the ring that evening and still had it when I went to bed, but it was gone by morning when I began packing. The ring is approximately 3 carats total, including a 2 carat center stone. We searched the room thoroughly before leaving and rechecked all luggage again once we got home, with no success. My husband contacted the hotel and was told the morning staff would be asked. Given the value of this item, that response is not sufficient. A property at this level should have a clear, documented lost-and-found process with accountability, rather than relying on informal follow-up. We paid over $600 for a one-night stay. The level of urgency and communication so far does not reflect the seriousness of the situation. I am requesting that management conduct a formal review, including verification with housekeeping, review of lost-and-found records, and any applicable security procedures, and provide a direct, documented follow-up.

My husband and I booked a couple massage. Best massage I have ever had!! Seriously the best. Total…read morebliss! The owner is so accommodating and great communication setting up the appointment. The spa is such a gem In the small town of Desert Hot Springs. So professional and the spa is so clean and a very relaxing environment . I highly recommend Vida Del Sol!! Thank you Joe for such a wonderful experience at your spa !!

I'm so glad that I found this place! I was looking for someone who could help me with my shoulder…read morepain and there aren't many options in Desert Hot Springs when it comes to therapeutic body work. I didn't want to go to a hotel spa or some random inconspicuous place, I wanted results and I got it here. I love that I can choose to add on hot stones or red light therapy for specific areas. This place is like a mix between spa and physical therapy! I'm sure they can provide a relaxing massage, but if you're looking for pain relief, I highly recommend this place.

My wife and I enjoy nature, the great outdoors and like minded couples. We enjoy interacting with…read morecouples as friends do. We're not swingers and we aren't interested in sex so if that's your concern you have nothing to worry about. This is also not a gay retreat, another concern that we had. The experience here is akin to hiking the trail and finding a nice hot spring to soak in, au natural if you prefer. Just be yourself, have a drink or a smoke and meet others if you like. Personally, the experience reminded me of when I lived in Thailand. The couples reminded me of the expats I used to hang out with. Great staff and great place to relax while you forget the pressures of the world around you. We'll be back.

This was our third visit. Our first time was last July, and was our first time trying a naturist…read moreexperience. Mi Kasa was such a great experience, we felt so comfortable and everyone we met were so friendly, we've embraced naturist and visited Mi Kasa many times. The natural spring pool is so refreshing and relaxing. The rooms are beautiful and we love this little oasis.

Used to go regularly but haven't been back since covid. The new owner very kind and accommodating…read more Always asked if I needed anything and was happy for ideas to improve. The bathrooms were all updated. New rugs, paint and I love the ambiance of the place. Even though it is kind of placed away from the action, when I opened the door I was transported to Morocco. Friendly and adults only I didn't have to worry about hearing " Marco polo " all day long at the pool. What a relief! I will return I hope regularly. Like that I felt comfortable as a single. Highly recommended for a very unique experience. You will definitely wish to return! Oh and massage is a plus for a day of pampering. Girls are great with good hands and the need to help with any physical issues! Enjoy. Sure to be a great experience!

We love this place! Thoughtful and Sweet management who want you to have a great experience. The…read morerooms are works of art and the beds are tops. The gardens and decor are magic. Breakfast is above and beyond as an add on. French press coffee with quality coffee. As long as you have some sense of adventure you will not be disappointed. And then there's the spa and swimming pool

Had A great massage from Bob in his very nice studio. Highly recommend him. He help my hip pain and…read morethe pressure was perfect.

From the owner: A & B Desert Massage is a mobile massage service that comes to you or you can visit our Massage…read moreStudio.

I enjoy the laid back relaxing atmosphere here. Get a room with a kitchen and you won't need to…read moreleave when you're there. Just soak and relax. I can't wait to go back!

I grew up in the desert and this is 100 percent how spas and hotels use to be before the desert got…read moreruined. No TVs' in the rooms and it's nice a windy up in those hills so it's good for meditating. The spa is older and cool. Very relaxing property and owners and is a good place to detox, mediate and take in good waters. Very good water quality from their own property source with high PH and magnesium. I always feel refreshed after a few hours in the water. Cool rooms, some with little kitchens and a little breakfast area is set up in the spa in the mornings with coffee and teas. The shower, pools and even drinking water are from the source so one to two days stay with clean eating will clean you out. I recommend for relaxing and getting some quiet time. The crowd is a now a bit too much "LA" and "OC" but most are cool. Good legal city run dispensaries near by and some cool restaurants to eat at. Great view of Mt. San Jacinto form the side and nice pool outside for quiet time.

My friend and I went to Beautiful Spa for deep tissue massages…read more Great deep tissue massage. I really needed this. Thank you

The rooms and dusty, crusty and musty. Theres also no way…read morethe massages are performed by certified massage therapist The massage was painful, not relaxing and seemed to have no flow at all.

We went to the O2 spa during a takeover of the spa. Took one of the suites, the Tiffany. Fridge,…read morecoffee maker, good size closet as well as a nice bathroom. And a new split AC unit. It did take hours for the bedroom to cool down, but we had a fold out bed we used until the room got to a sleeping temperature. Very cute, well decorated. As are all of the rooms. Every room is very different. From a disco ball in one room, a 4 poster bed with draped linen in another, to the lobby with a couple of refrigerators, an oven, plenty of dishes, cups and silverware, a TV, bathroom, books and a couple of couches, it is very comfortable. There is the pool in the middle of the spa that goes to 7' deep. Unfortunately, the minerals in the water that we go to resorts like this for, eats the plaster in pools. It is not smooth, it is very pitted and textured. But the water more than makes up for it. Someone brought a pop up that we could put in the water for shade, what a game changer. There is a good size jacuzzi that is hot... hot hot hot. I could get to my knees, other folks could sit in there for a good 30 minutes or longer. Then there is the koi pond. Hotter than the pool, cooler than the jacuzzi. And it only gets knee deep, but is in such a pretty area. The spa is clean, it is older, but taken care of. Every room comes with an outside table and chairs, there are bungalows that you can reserve or rent. Lots of places to lounge.

Well where do I start? My 3-day trip to O Spa 'Resort' was my 4th trip. And probably my last. I did…read more3 day passes since Coachella rates were $450 a night. I arrived on Friday to a cold main pool (i wish I'd measured the temp) and the overflow drain was plugged and backing up into the pool. Crud was flowing into the pool. So a cold dirty pool. Ok. You see, I'm a hot springs nerd and this is why I go to O Spa. For the water. Clean unchlorinated water. Upon then investigating the lower shallow pool, all the fresh hot water was on full blast in that pool and going to drain and down the hill. All that hot water SHOULD HAVE BEEN IN THE MAIN POOL. So I spoke with Marcos the new manager about it and he's awesome. I told him about the fresh water pipe that used to flow into the main pool and its valve which was now cut off by a saw. Why? So I get why they didn't want more water going into the pool as it will literally overflow if the drain is clogged. Ok, I convinced him to pump out the overflow drain (I went to my van to retrieve a pump... who brings a pump to a resort? ME! I told you I'm a hot springs nerd). By the time I had come back, Marcos had connected a length of pipe to the hot source! Awesome ! Let's pump this cold nasty water out and fill with CLEAN. NOPE! Rick the owner intercepted my idea and was scolding Marcos when I came back with the pump in hand. 'Why is he holding a pump?' I overheard him ask. TO FIX THE PROBLEM! I retreated to my lounge chair without saying a word and began thinking I should forfeit my 3 days of money and go to Mi Kasa or any number of other hot springs on that Miracle Hill. But no, I stuck it out. So now they are filtering this stagnant water and heating it. While you have FREE HOT FRESH WATER FROM THE EARTH! This is not why I came... to swim in cold chlorinated water. Ok so by Sunday the pool had finally heated to 92 degrees (yes I measured it because I'm a hot springs nerd) and it was decent enough. I didn't put my head under water tho. Nope. But with this method of heating, the other two pools got out of whack. The grotto pool was a nice 97 degrees Friday where many of us watched Coachella together (thanks to me also bringing a 2.1 sound system and an iPad) , but then Saturday night, it was 102 degrees and you couldn't just stay in for hours. Why? Because the main pool overflow drain! Fix that! You have to! Is that even legal? Seriously, what does the Riverside County Health Department think about that? I'm going to inquire. Fill the pool with fresh hot water and let it drain. Let it flow. I am one of the few people that use and even know how to fill the stand-alone bathtub. It's awesome to drink morning coffee in your own tub in the chilly desert air. But again, you have to turn off the lower tub valve to provide pressure to the bathtub. And if you close it all the way? The whole system crashes and then there is zero water. PUT SOME SIGNS UP! Also, you have to bring your own bathtub drain plug. They can't provide a bathtub drain plug? So the bathtub is useless unless you're a nerd like me. Ok, now let's talk about ice. People have to leave the resort and drive into town to get ice for their drinks? Are you serious? The rooms were $450 a night (Coachella rates) but you can't provide ICE?! The Vevor icemaker they have looks ancient and the display was glitching out. GET A NEW ONE. From my quick math with Coachella and Stagecoach rates, that place hauled in $60,000 just in April ! Not including mine and others day fees! Fix that overflow drain and fix that ice maker! Buy a new one! So instead of relaxing for three days like I wanted to, I spent most of it dealing with cold pools or too-hot hot pools. We had fun thanks to my speakers and Coachella. But it's like camping there. It isn't a 'resort'. It's a campground. Gotta bring your own ice and your own bathtub plug. I've tried to help and had a way to fix the problem but was met with glares and anger. Go buy a pump! They aren't expensive. This isn't rocket science guys. I'm a former mechanical engineer who thrived in thermodynamics and am a hot springs junkie. I'll go elsewhere where the water is clean and not chlorinated. It's a hot springs after all isn't it? FIX. THAT. OVERFLOW. DRAIN. Then we can talk. And maybe I'll come back and bring my money.