Sleep Where The Mob Hid: The 1930s Safehouse That’s Now A Luxury Spa
In 1930, if you needed to disappear, you came here.
No questions asked. No names exchanged. Just miles of empty desert, natural hot springs, and the kind of silence that swallows secrets whole.
The men who built this place weren’t looking for wellness. They were looking for a way out.
And now? You can book a room.
The Desert Knows How to Keep a Secret
Two Bunch Palms sits in Desert Hot Springs, California—about 20 minutes from Palm Springs but a world away from its glitzy scene.
Back in the Prohibition era, that isolation was the point.
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Legend has it that Al Capone himself used this property as a hideout. Whether he actually soaked in these springs is up for debate. But the built-in escape tunnels? Those are real.
The original stone buildings still stand. You can sleep in them tonight.
But the property’s second act is what makes it truly strange.
From Fugitives to Face Masks
Somewhere along the way, the safehouse became a sanctuary—just a different kind.
The same mineral springs that once soothed men on the run now draw wellness seekers, burned-out creatives, and celebrities who need to vanish for a weekend (legally this time).
The water bubbles up at a perfect 104°F. No harsh sulfur smell. Just warmth that seeps into your bones and makes you forget what day it is.
There are outdoor soaking tubs scattered across the property, some tucked into private corners where you won’t see another guest for hours.
This is where the magic happens. But there’s a catch.
This Place Has Rules
Two Bunch Palms is adults-only. No kids. No loud poolside chaos.
Phones are discouraged. Silence is expected in the spa areas.
If that sounds restrictive, you’re not the target audience.
But if the idea of floating under desert stars in complete, uninterrupted quiet sounds like heaven? Keep reading.
What It Actually Looks Like Inside
The rooms aren’t your typical hotel fare.
Think desert-chic minimalism—neutral tones, natural textures, and windows that frame the surrounding palm trees and mountains. Some suites have private patios with personal soaking tubs.
The grounds feel like a hidden village. Winding paths connect casitas, pools, and treatment rooms. Bougainvillea spills over adobe walls. It’s the kind of place that photographs beautifully but feels even better in person.
And then there’s the grotto.
The Grotto
This is the heart of Two Bunch Palms—a natural hot spring pool surrounded by rocks, palms, and not much else.
At night, the grotto is lit softly. Steam rises off the water. The sky goes dark and fills with stars.
It feels ancient. Sacred, even.
Hard to believe people once hid here from the law. Harder to believe you can just… book it on a random Tuesday.
When to Go (And When to Avoid)
Desert summers are brutal. We’re talking 110°F and up.
The sweet spot is October through April—warm days, cool nights, and pools that feel incredible no matter the hour.
Weekdays are quieter. Weekends draw couples and small groups, but it never feels crowded.
If you’re chasing total solitude, aim for a mid-week stay in late fall or early spring.
The Bottom Line
Two Bunch Palms is strange in the best way.
It’s a place where mob history meets modern wellness. Where silence is the amenity. Where you can soak in the same waters outlaws once used to lay low—except now there’s a spa menu and organic wine.
Some hotels offer escape. This one was literally built for it.
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