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Palm Springs is undoubtedly one of Californiaโ€™s most stylish oases.

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Thatโ€™s thanks to the cityโ€™s effortlessly chic and timeless mid-century modern architecture. From its residential homes to its hotels to its Airbnbs, itโ€™s a feast for the eyes.

But those who visit this desert spot year after year arenโ€™t there just for the architecture or style. They come for the spas.

Along with hubs like Miami and Scottsdale, Palm Springs is renowned for its spas and spa culture. In fact, the cityโ€™s name comes from its hot springs, which were believed to be medicinal by the local Cahuilla tribe.

When Palm Springs boomed as a resort town in the early and mid-1900s, much of its growth was thanks to the nearby hot springs. It became a hotspot for Americans with issues like tuberculosis, asthma, and arthritis.

Slowly, the cityโ€™s reputation as a wellness center transformed, and Palm Springs became one of the areaโ€™s top wintering zones, its spa culture hedged into the spotlight.

And it hasnโ€™t left. Looking for the best spas in Palm Springs, CA? Start with these ten classic, celebrated locations…”

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