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El Saguaro Desert Gem

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Living area
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
A parking lot with palm trees, a road, and a distant view of mountains.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • Place, Miracle Springs Spa
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Desert Hot Springs Town Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Number of living rooms

About this property

El Saguaro Desert Gem

Welcome to El Saguaro, your peaceful desert getaway near Joshua Tree, Morongo Casino, Coachella, and downtown Palm Springs. Relax in the spacious living room or unwind in the private hot tub for seven. Located in a quiet, friendly neighborhood, El Saguaro follows Airbnb’s enhanced cleaning standards for a comfortable, worry‑free stay.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number VRP22-0154
Property # 2747840vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Desert Hot Springs

Desert Hot Springs is home to this holiday home. Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and Miracle Springs Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sand to Snow National Monument and Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. Check out an event or a game at Agua Caliente Casino, and consider making time for Palm Springs Convention Center, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Desert Hot Springs, CA

What's nearby

  • Miracle Springs Spa - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sea Mountain Resort Nude Spa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Desert Hot Springs Town Center - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 30 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Coachella Music Festival - 50 min drive - 56.7 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 15 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Las Palmas Mexican Cuisine - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Miracle Springs Resort & Spa - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is El Saguaro Desert Gem pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at El Saguaro Desert Gem?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at El Saguaro Desert Gem?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at El Saguaro Desert Gem?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is El Saguaro Desert Gem located?

Situated in Desert Hot Springs, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Miracle Springs Spa and Sand to Snow National Monument. Desert Hot Springs Town Center and Cabot's Pueblo Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beds were very comfortable. Plenty of room! Great location, very quiet but close to everything. Would recommend!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hot tub was a added treat. Beautiful place!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn & Kel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was very welcoming and helpful. He even reimbursed us for coffee we had to buy since the previous occupants had taken all the coffee with them when they left. We enjoyed staying here and would book it again. Loved the hot tub and the large backyard where we could play with our big dog as he rolled his basketball like a soccer ball all around. It was a comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lee t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient and good for a group of friends and family

The set up was wonderful for a group. The neighborhood was convenient to Palm Springs and safe. Easy parking. We all enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Away from cold

Nice, clean, location that fits us perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Met our needs

I like that the location allowed pets and the backyard was completely enclosed. The number of bedrooms and beds was perfect, especially the room with the 2 twin beds. We enjoyed a night in the hot tub and appreciate that the owners keep it ready for anyone who stays there.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Everything was great here. Great host, great house, comfortable clean beds. Very much enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lupita L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for families with small kids

The property was exactly as advertised. Communication with the property manager was always great and friendly. We had a bit of a hiccup checking in, but Juan was always supper attentive and responsive. We needed a place where our kids would be comfortable for a couple of days as we were in and out of a wedding and this was perfect. We would definitely stay here again if needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Everything was nice and quiet. Only downside was the spa guy put way to many chemicals into the hot tub and my skin is irritated.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Desert vacation

Home is clean and well provisioned. Owner is responsive. We enjoyed the nearby Joshua Tree National Park and area. High winds on our second day did affect our plans but weather is not predictable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway

The house was great we loved both the location and its amenities! We noted a leak around the hot tub, although we didn't use that feature. We also found that the ice dispenser on the refrigerator door appears blocked. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dave E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean & Updated

House well kept, clean, comfortable with good furnishings. Host excellent communicator. Did not use outside amenities cannot comment. Farther from downtown Palms Springs than thought, still ok distance. to drive. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dori F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and Well Equipped

Communication with Juan was seamless, house was comfortable for four adults and a dog. Dog was welcomed with a special bed that she loved. People beds were comfortable too. Kitchen is well equipped and, if we had chosen to cook extensively at home, we would have had what we needed. It's about a 20 minute drive to Palm Springs which gave us the ability to enjoy a spectacular view of the snow capped mountains. Would recommend this property highly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Softball Tournament

House was very clean, and comfortable. There was 4 of us with plenty room. For the 2 nights there didn’t use much of anything, but essentials were. We had a softball tournament and the house was very welcoming. When I had questions the host Juan was on it. Thank you again Juan.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Samuel

All door ways to bathroom and bedrooms were very small especially the bathrooms not wheelchair accessible, stains on furniture and a lot of things need to be looked at especially the front door gets Jamed and hard to open also WiFi passwords need to be displayed and last thing as a a person who went through 3rd person vendor communication was a little confusing never got a response on Expedia when I messaged
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brooke M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Hottub Mildew Machine

The property looks mostly as advertised. My guests and I came to relax and get in the hottub. Unfortunately, we weren't able to enjoy that amenity, as it was dirty, smelly and covered in mildew. The owner claimed it is cleaned weekly, but that seems to be untrue as there was dirt on the walls of the hot tub and Grey bubbles. There were other cleanliness issues, including the general smell of the house, towels left in the washer and dust that looks like it's been there since before Covid was an issue. Smell is generally an easy issue to remedy but the candles were all empty and set out purely for decoration. The bedrooms appeared as advertised but there were crumbs in the sheets at the foot of the bed, an indication that the beds were made but sheets were not changed. Not a place I would come back to, or encourage anyone else to use either.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cameron S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great find in the Palm Springs area

We stayed at this property for a remote "work-cation" of just under three weeks. The home was clean and well maintained, and well-located to access either downtown Palm Springs or outdoor activities in the Joshua Tree National Park area. The backyard was a typical Desert Southwest lawn, i.e. lots of rocks and dirt, but fine for what we needed which was a fully-fenced area for our dog to run around in off leash. If you need greenery around you, there is a nice fully-fenced private courtyard-type area in front of the house that makes for a great oasis. The proprietor Juan was very responsive before and during the rental, which was very much appreciated.
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Quiet and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ichiro K.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

About the host

Hosted by Juan P Contreras

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Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

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