11 Dreamy Hot Spring Hideaways Across the U.S.

I love getaways where relaxation is the ultimate goal. These adventures away from home offer a chance to unwind, de-stress, and escape daily worries, even if only for a few days. While there are several ways to escape, there’s something extra magical about hot springs. Soaking in hot water allows your muscles to relax and your mind to calm. Plus, the most dreamy hot spring hideaways take your experience to the next level with cozy amenities that cater to your body and soul, even when you aren't in the water. You deserve time to slow down, and the following are some of our favorite hot spring destinations in the U.S. that will do just the trick.

1. Desert Cabin with Private Hot Springs – Twentynine Palms, California

• Getaway type: Airbnb
• Standout features: Approximately 15 minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, private soaking tub with hot mineral water

You don’t have to fight any crowds when you book a stay at this Airbnb near Joshua Tree National Park. This gorgeous studio cabin is perfect for a solo escape or a couple’s getaway, offering everything you need, plus extras like a cozy bed, a kitchen, and a large deck with outdoor furniture. However, during your stay, you may find yourself spending most of your time soaking in the private rock tub, which is fed by hot mineral springs water. Enjoy desert views during the day and gorgeous sunsets each evening from these private hot springs. Here, it's easy to find pure bliss. 

2. Hot Springs Resort Yurt – La Grande, Oregon

• Getaway type: Can book on Airbnb or the resort's website
• Standout features: Private soaking tub filled with hot mineral water

It is easy to fall in love with eastern Oregon when you spend the night at this yurt rental in La Grande. The yurt is large enough to accommodate up to five guests, features a small kitchenette, and is heated geothermally in the winter and cooled in the summer with an air conditioner. You can sit on the private patio during the day, enjoying your meal and a slower pace of life. Or spend your time soaking in the large cedar soaking tub filled with hot springs mineral water. Grande Hot Springs Resort hosts this yurt, and you have access to many of the resort’s facilities during your stay, like a laundry room, nature trail, seasonal pool and spa, and more.

3. Skyline Aurora Dome – Fairbanks, Alaska

• Getaway type: Airbnb
• Standout features: Incredible viewing of the Northern Lights, close to Chena Hot Springs

The Skyline Aurora Dome rental in Fairbanks is so beautiful, it looks like a painting. Located at the top of a quiet hill, this igloo-style dome offers an unforgettable stay. Inside, you’ll find two beds, comfortably accommodating up to four guests, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom. I particularly love the large, clear panels that let you lie in bed and stare out as the Northern Lights dance around you—this is one of the best places in Alaska to view the Aurora Borealis, after all. And when you want to relax even more, soak in the private hot tub or make the short drive to one of the best hot spring resorts in the U.S.—Chena Hot Springs.

4. Mountain Modern Cabin with Private Hot Springs – Garden Valley, Idaho

• Getaway type: Airbnb
• Standout features: Remote location, river access, and private hot spring

Did you know that Idaho is home to the most soakable hot springs in the U.S.? Many of these hot springs can be pretty busy, but if you want to enjoy the state’s incredible scenery, hot water, and solitude outdoors, a stay at this remote cabin near Crouch, Idaho, is a getaway you don’t want to miss. Inside this vacation rental, you’ll find three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a fully stocked kitchen. However, outdoors is where you may spend all of your time, as you’ll enjoy river and forest views, two decks, proximity to all types of outdoor activities, and a private hot spring with an infinity edge that looks out toward the river. This is one destination where one night just won’t be enough. 

5. Holloway Cabin – Buena Vista, Colorado

• Getaway type: Airbnb
• Standout features: Handcrafted hot springs hot tub, mountain setting

You can truly step away from the hustle of daily life when you spend the night at this restored 1800s mining cabin rental that’s tucked away in the mountains near Buena Vista, CO. Inside, this cabin Airbnb has a rustic and homey vibe, where you'll want to curl up with your favorite book and stay for a while. Outdoors, you are surrounded by a creek, trees, and mountains, which you can enjoy while soaking in the handcrafted and odorless hot springs hot tub. This is the type of dreamy getaway where you can easily disconnect and let the benefits of nature therapy wash over you.

6. Riverside Hot Springs Private Retreat – Truth or Consequences, New Mexico

• Getaway type: Airbnb
• Standout features: Riverfront home, private hot springs tub

You will leave feeling relaxed and rejuvenated after a stay at this gorgeous three-bedroom home in Truth or Consequences, NM. With plenty of space for a private escape or even for a small family, this home will certainly allow both your mind and body to unwind. Outside, you can let your stresses and worries wash away on the private patio with a hot springs tub that overlooks the Rio Grande. Sit back, let the hot water wash over you, and enjoy the natural beauty surrounding you.

7. Historic Flatiron Inn – Hot Springs, South Dakota

• Getaway type: Can book on Airbnb or the historic inn's website
• Standout features: Historic setting, space to sleep up to six guests, six complimentary passes to the nearby hot springs resort

Bring your entire family to enjoy a stay in a historic inn that dates back to the early 1900s. The FlatIron Inn in Hot Springs, South Dakota, offers several suites, but the Main Floor Suite can accommodate up to six guests, features a large kitchen, and boasts stunning details throughout the property. There is evidence of the inn’s past, yet it’s so beautifully restored that you won’t be without your favorite modern conveniences and comforts. Just a short walk from the historic inn is Moccasin Springs Natural Mineral Spa, and your stay includes six complimentary soaks. You must be 18 years or older to soak at Moccasin Springs, and if you want to take your stay to the next level, you can even book one of the many spa services here as well. There’s nothing quite like a long, hot soak, combined with a massage, salt therapy, or a yoga class.

8. The Oyster House Lakefront Retreat – Hot Springs, Arkansas

• Getaway type: Airbnb
• Standout features: Lakefront views, private dock on Lake Desoto

No list of dreamy hot spring getaways in the U.S. is complete without mentioning Hot Springs, AR. Home to Hot Springs National Park and the famous Bathhouse Row, this is the ultimate hot springs destination. And in between your long soaks at one of the many springs, you can relax and enjoy gorgeous views at The Oyster House, a lakefront Airbnb on Lake Desoto. This beautiful home is spacious enough for up to six guests and features private access to the water via a personal dock. Enjoy some peace and relaxation here before you head out to explore or soak. Just don’t be surprised if someone has to drag you off the Airbnb’s deck—you won’t want to leave these nature views.

9. Quiet Stay on a Horse Farm - Saratoga Springs, New York

• Getaway type: Airbnb
• Standout features: Vacation rental overlooks the property and horses, near numerous hot spring options

How does time away on a beautiful horse farm and near natural hot springs sound? Spend a few days in a lovely apartment on Swedish Hill Farm in Saratoga Springs, NY. When at this one-of-a-kind Airbnb, you’ll enjoy a long list of amenities, from an infrared fireplace to a porch that overlooks the property and horses. Of course, for even more relaxation, book a massage or time in the sauna at the Swedish Hill Farm and Spa or visit one of the 21 natural mineral hot springs in various locations around Saratoga Springs. I also recommend visiting the local restaurants and shops in town. It's impossible to experience boredom here.

10. The Manor - Berkeley Springs, West Virginia

• Getaway type: Airbnb
• Standout features: Historic home just a short drive from historic hot springs

You'll feel like you’ve stepped back in time when you book a stay at The Manor, a historic home in Berkeley Springs, WV. Built in 1878, this house is currently on the National Register of Historic Places and boasts details that will immediately impress you, such as 12-foot ceilings and a claw-foot tub. And while you may want to spend all of your time at this vacation rental, it is the perfect base camp for time spent at Berkeley Springs State Park, known as “America’s First Spa” and a place that George Washington frequently visited. This unique state park offers both a central bathhouse with modern spa treatments and a historic Roman bathhouse with private tubs for soaking.

11. Omni Homestead Resort and Spa – Hot Springs, Virginia

• Getaway type: Resort
• Standout features: Guest room or suite options, a historic bath house, all types of activities for adults and children

If your idea of a dreamy hot springs escape includes more of a resort-like setting, you must visit the Omni Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, Virginia. This has been a popular getaway destination for over 250 years, drawing individuals from all walks of life, including 24 U.S. Presidents. Here, you can stay in a guest room or suite, spend a day at the spa, dine at one of the many on-site restaurants, or soak in the historic Warm Springs pools. The bathhouses date back to the 19th century, but the waters are believed to have been enjoyed for thousands of years. Plus, after you’ve spent time relaxing and enjoying the hot water, there are dozens of other activities to keep you busy, from golf to horseback riding.

What do you think of these dreamy hot springs hideaways in the U.S.? Are there any destinations that I missed? If so, let me know by filling out this nomination form. I'd love to hear from you. And to help you plan your getaway, use Only In Your State's itinerary planner. You deserve time away.