Desert Hot Springs is a city in Riverside County, California, United States. Colloquially known by its acronym “DHS”. The city is located within the Coachella Valley geographic region, with a population of about 30,000. It is named for its many natural hot springs. It is one of a few places in the world with naturally occurring hot and cold mineral springs. More than 20 natural mineral spring lodgings can be found in town. Unlike hot springs with a high sulfur content, the mineral springs in town are odorless.

The spa city is nestled at the base of the San Bernardino Mountains near the Mission Creek Preserve, a protected part of the Wildlands Conservancy that includes lush wetlands, a perennial stream, and native flora and fauna.

Desert Hot Springs is an up-and-coming city with both new investors & full-time residents flocking to the city.