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Murrieta Hot Springs is an excellent destination if you're looking for a relaxing, all-inclusive spa day. The facility offers a wide variety of amenities, including hot mineral pools, a cold plunge, multiple soaking pools, a steam room, and both dry and wet saunas, making it easy to spend an entire day unwinding. The grounds are spacious, beautifully maintained, and easy to navigate. The locker rooms are clean, the staff is friendly and helpful, and the overall atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing. For couples, friends, or anyone looking to recharge, it's a wonderful place to escape for the day. If you have specific dietary preferences, you may want to bring your own snacks, as the food options are somewhat limited. Alcohol is available, but for me the real attraction is the outstanding spa facilities rather than the dining. I recommend purchasing a day pass and taking advantage of everything the resort has to offer. If your goal is to relax, disconnect, and enjoy a full day of wellness, Murrieta Hot Springs is well worth the visit.

We had a wonderful day at Murrieta Hot Springs Resort with a day pass and access to the adult terrace. The atmosphere was relaxing and the amenities were easy to enjoy. Ahnee was our cabana server and did a fantastic job! She was attentive, friendly, and gave us great tips on how to make the most of the amenities. Her service really elevated our experience. We’ll definitely be back!

I had high expectations for Murrieta Hot Springs Resort, but unfortunately it was a disappointing experience, especially for the price. The biggest issue was the operations. Check-in is 4:00 PM and check-out is 10:00 AM, leaving very little time to enjoy the resort. We arrived around 2:00 PM hoping for an early check-in, but our room wasn't ready, so we had to change in the shared bathhouse. The locker room was dirty, crowded with both hotel guests and day-pass visitors, and there weren't enough showers. The resort also seemed severely understaffed. There was only one person at the front desk handling check-ins while explaining the resort to every guest. The hallways and carpets were dirty, and our room felt poorly designed with random furniture, a dirty rug, no slippers, cheap toiletries, and an AC that didn't work properly. Dining was also hit or miss. At Talia, we were ignored for about 10 minutes after being seated outside, and my medium lamb rack came out medium-well. Guenther's Bar was excellent, the bartender made great drinks and provided the best service of our stay. Cafe Azuli, however, served average food at inflated resort prices. The only standout feature was the private hot spring area reserved for hotel guests, which was peaceful and enjoyable. Overall, the hot springs themselves are wonderful, but the resort is understaffed, poorly maintained, and not worth the premium price. I expected a much higher level of service and attention to detail.

We booked a room for one night and rented a cabana for the second day, which gave us access to almost every pool on the property. Overall, we had a great experience. The gym was brand new, and we really enjoyed working out there. The pools were clean, and there were plenty of them, so we rarely had to wait to get into one. There were only two things we didn't like. First, the smell. There was a constant sewage-like odor in certain areas. I've visited several other hot springs before, and while a sulfur smell is expected, this seemed much stronger than what I've experienced elsewhere. Second, the spa pricing. I enjoyed my 80-minute massage, but paying over $300 per person felt excessive. I understand I agreed to the price, but I think the rates could be more reasonable. I regularly get excellent holistic 90-minute massages in Riverside for under $130, so I do have a point of comparison. Other than those two issues, everything else was excellent. The staff throughout the resort was incredibly friendly. Our cabana server, I believe her name was Mia, was fantastic. She gave us plenty of privacy while still checking in occasionally to make sure we had everything we needed. If the resort could address the odor issue and make the spa pricing a bit more competitive, I truly believe it could become one of the best hot springs in California.