Desert Reef Hot Spring - Florence, Colorado

Mitch W

What a hidden gem! Desert Reef Hot Springs is the perfect place to unwind and relax. The natural mineral waters are warm and soothing, and the mountain views are absolutely breathtaking. The atmosphere is peaceful and serene, making it a great escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life of Denver.

The facilities are clean and well maintained, and I appreciated the friendly staff who made sure everyone felt welcome. It’s a clothing optional hot spring, which adds to the laid back and accepting vibe of the place.

I recommend reserving your spot ahead of time since it’s a smaller, more intimate location. Don’t forget to bring water and snacks there’s plenty of space to lounge and enjoy the day.

Overall, an amazing experience and well worth the visit if you’re in Colorado. I’ll definitely be back!

KellyLynn Annin

If you are looking for a place out in the middle of nowhere to bask under the stars and enjoy some hot springs...this is your place. They have lots of little tiny homes and airstreams. You can rent to stay the night. We will do that next time. The staff was nice. The bathrooms were amazing. They all have their own showers, space, heaters, restrooms. It was really nice. I will definitely be back.

Alastair Keith-Lucas

Lovely place, recommend staying overnight for small crowds and private pool. Keep in mind this is a relatively primitive setup and you'll be a happy camper. Clothing optional but the steam and minimal lighting provides a basic modesty for everyone involved. They do not admit single men, which honestly is a strong point in their favor. If that's an issue I assure you there are plenty of other hot springs a short drive away.

Sarah Herring

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Desert Reef Hot Springs, especially the overnight accommodations with our own personal tub for soaking. It was a relaxing and peaceful getaway, and we would definitely recommend this place. However, there are a few things that could improve the overall experience:

1. Check-in Experience: The staff member who checked us in didn’t clearly explain how the AC/heater worked. We thought we had a small space heater the first night and were quite cold. It wasn’t until the next day, when she brought us another space heater at our request, that she notified us that the AC unit was also a heater. Additionally, we weren’t informed that filtered water was available in the office, which would have been helpful.
2. Comfort Upgrades: For the amount of money it costs to stay here, we found the mattress very disappointing. Adding a latex topper to the beds and switching the bedding to cotton materials would make sleeping more comfortable. The synthetic materials caused us to sleep a bit too warm. Additionally, the kitchen wasn’t quite what we expected and it would have been helpful to have a way to cook food. Only a microwave is provided to “cook”.
3. Attention to Details: For a two-night stay, it would have been nice if all the essentials were provided upfront. We had to request things like coffee, tea, paper towels, toilet paper, utensils, and towels, as some of these items were in short supply when we arrived.

Overall, we had a pleasant stay but feel these improvements would elevate the experience even more.

Jon McKee

A smaller place but huge atmosphere and relaxation! We stayed in the tiny home which was much nicer than I had expected. This place is a gem in the desert - quiet, serene, clean, relaxing. You have your choice of water temperatures and, if you rent one of the tiny homes, your own, personal pool. This place exceeded my expectations and I highly recommend! Katie and Morgan were super helpful and pleasant!

Rob Annese

The Most Eccentric & Relaxing Experience in Colorado

Desert Spring offers something unique in its simplicity.

It offers solace and relaxation from the normal life. It's a different kind of stay. There are no TVs, and though there is Wifi, you're encouraged to disconnect from the electronic life.

Take some time to relax in the Hot Springs. Watch the sun set from a 104 degree pool while it snows on your uncovered face.

The tiny homes are perfect for their simplicity and Kerouacian utility. They have everything you need without being too much. Everything clean and comfortable.

The landscape offers views of the mountains amongst the desert foothills. The quiet longing, of a lost and forgotten time when reminiscences and rumination were encouraged for long hours.

The quiet solitude of this place lingers after you leave, and it encourages you to remember that perhaps simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.

Jyoti Bhattacharyya

This hot springs is located in the middle of nowhere. We drove and could not see anything for miles but it is perfectly safe.
We hadnt booked in advance but luckily they gave us 2 tickets.

This hot springs has total of 5 springs/pools. One pool is comparatively the biggest. All the pools are well maintained. No phone/photos are allowed inside as many visitors prefer to soak in the hot springs in the nude.

There are few rules like no loud talking, music, party etc but it maintains the purpose of the place.

Washrooms are neat and clean.

The water for the hot springs comes from 1000 feet below earth.
My husband and i felt totally refreshed after staying for about 2hrs.
The total cost was 70$ for 2 people on Sunday.

Will recommend this place.

Donna Coleman

While on vacation, we ended it with staying at the tiny house with our own private hot springs. What a jewel we found when searching for a hot springs. I have never done a hot springs before, and it will not be my last. So relaxing and peaceful. The tiny house was cute and comfy. Staff were very friendly and the hot spring was perfect. Thank you for the great hospitality we will be back!!