The Inn at Benton Hot Springs makes it possible to experience the relaxing hot springs the historic town offers.  Bordering the California-Nevada state line in Mono County, Benton is a little hamlet that's rich with history and natural beauty. Before it was founded as a mining town, the area was used by Indigenous peoples like the Paiute for its abundant hot springs. With cozy accommodations in a serene setting, this hot spring hotel way out in the middle of nowhere is calling your name.

Enjoy a peaceful respite that's far away from the hustle and bustle when you visit the Inn at Benton Hot Springs.

This remote lodge in Mono County is the ultimate place to relax!

The inn itself is housed in a 1940s-era building that was constructed with local pumice materials.

It has since been renovated but it has maintained a certain historic charm at this hot springs in Northern California.

The eclectic space consists of seven rooms in addition to a historic miners cabin and four houses with private hot tubs.

The staff's ultimate desire is that guests leave feeling restored and reinvigorated.

The scenic setting of this hot spring inn definitely helps to put you at ease! The area is just beautiful, surrounded by brilliant mountain views.

In this region, natural mineral water rises to the earth's surface at 140 degrees.

The inn features 12 private tub sites for day or overnight use. Guests who make the trip out here are rewarded with what is "perhaps the purest hot springs in the world."

Each site boasts a private hot tub, picnic table, and a fire pit with a grill.

Visitors are allowed to pitch a tent or park a camper at the sites, as well. Surrounded by cottonwood trees and lush foliage, this looks to be a campsite to remember!

Exploring the area is a must when you visit Benton Hot Springs.

Nearby, you'll find an abundance of historic sites and buildings.

We love Robert Morrison's grave in the Benton Cemetery and the sordid tale with which it belongs.

The story goes that in 1871 Morrison was a prominent business merchant and betrothed to a young lady when he joined a posse to help capture escaped convicts from Carson City. He met his end at Convict Lake where he was shot dead by the convicts.

If you need some peace and quiet, hop in your car and make the drive to the picturesque inn and hot springs near me.

This little slice of paradise with the Eastern Sierra backdrop awaits!

To reserve a getaway, visit the Inn at Benton Hot Springs website. The next time someone asks, "Are there hot springs in California?" — you can confidently share your experience. Or if you've already been to Benton Hot Springs, please tell us about it in the comments below.

And in just about an hour's drive, this scenic gondola ride at Mammoth Mountain Ski Area will take your breath away. For some packing ideas while traveling, consult our Ultimate Road Trip Packing List.