Initial planning guide · Built from the supplied dataset. Full editorial review and venue photography are still in progress.
The experience
A place worth getting to know.
The Springs Resort & Spa is a large hot-springs resort on the banks of the San Juan River in downtown Pagosa Springs, fed by the world’s deepest measured geothermal spring. It offers 47 terraced pools at 87–114°F, including a dedicated adults-only Relaxation Terrace and newer wellness pools. A full-service spa, dining, and on-site lodging make it a complete wellness destination.
Plan your visit
The supplied information lists reservations as required. Check the operator’s booking process before choosing a date.
Among the priciest soaking in Colorado; weekend passes hit $159 and weekend time slots sell out
This is a short overview based on the initial supplied dataset. Prices, hours, access rules, and driving estimates have not been independently checked for publication. Use the practical details below as a starting point, then confirm your plans with the operator or land manager.
Good to know
The practical details.
- Admission / rates
- Listed from $74
- Hours
- Daily 9:00am–9:30pm (general admission); resort open until 10pm
- Reservations
- Required — book ahead
- Location
- Pagosa Springs
Southwest Colorado - Phone
- +1 800-225-0934
- Website
- Official website
Rate notes: $74 general admission adults (one-time entry, 20 original pools); $119 Mon–Thu / $159 Fri–Sun Relaxation Terrace + Wellness pass (day re-entry, towel/locker/robe, 47 pools incl. 5 adult-only); $30 local-resident day pass in person
Prices, hours, and access can change. The supplied dataset flags these details for confirmation: distance from denver mi, drive time. Use the official website or call the operator for your travel date.
A closer look
Hot Springs at a glance.
- Age restrictions
- No
- On-site lodging
- Yes
The honest take
What to love. What to consider.
The highlights
- Largest hot-springs complex in Colorado with 47 pools across a wide temperature range for full contrast soaking
- World-record geothermal source and riverside setting in the San Juan Mountains; overnight guests get 24-hour pool access
- Full spa, dining, and lodging on site — works as a multi-day wellness getaway
Keep in mind
- Among the priciest soaking in Colorado; weekend passes hit $159 and weekend time slots sell out
- Far from Denver (~6+ hour drive), best planned as an overnight or multi-day trip
- Rooms get mixed reviews for feeling basic relative to the premium rates
Getting there
From Denver to Pagosa Springs.
Approximate distance
Estimated drive
Drive times are planning estimates. Weather, mountain roads, traffic, and seasonal closures can change your route. Check the operator’s directions before leaving.
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Plan your visit
Make the most of your visit.
Book day passes online days to weeks ahead — weekends and holiday slots sell out
Go midweek (Mon–Thu) for the $119 rate, quieter pools, and easier spa appointments
Swim attire is mandatory and towels/robes/lockers cost extra on the basic pass — budget accordingly or rent on site
Your questions
Before you head out.
Do I need a reservation for a day soak?
Day passes are sold online through the resort's booking system, and peak weekend time slots do sell out — book ahead rather than walking in.
Is there an adults-only area?
Yes — the Relaxation Terrace has 5 adult-only pools, accessible with the premium pass.
Is a soaking pass included with a spa treatment?
Yes — a same-day general admission soaking pass is included with spa treatments of 60 minutes or more.