Welcome to La Vida

Where Heritage Meets Healing

Welcome to a sanctuary of stillness. La Vida Onsen is more than a retreat; it is a bridge between the storied past of this century-old site and a sustainable, restorative future. Our vision is rooted in the Japanese philosophy of Satoyama—the harmonious coexistence of nature and human habitation.


Our Sanctuary

At the heart of the retreat are 12 Japanese-influenced modern cabins. Designed with a minimalist aesthetic that prioritizes the surrounding landscape, each cabin serves as a private sanctuary of wellness.

To ensure a continuous flow of restoration, every cabin features:

  • Indoor Onsen Tub: A temperature-controlled, deep-soak experience for year-round comfort.
  • Outdoor Onsen Tub: An open-air bath designed to immerse you in the scents and sounds of the forest.

Community & Connection

Beyond the privacy of our cabins, La Vida offers a Grand Communal Onsen Area. This space is designed to foster quiet reflection and a shared appreciation for the thermal waters.

In our effort to remain a good neighbor and a true part of the local fabric:

  • Local Resident Day Passes: We offer a strictly limited number of day passes reserved exclusively for local residents, ensuring the retreat remains an intimate experience for guests while honoring our community roots.

Our Commitment: Restoration & Respect

We believe that true luxury should not come at the cost of the earth. Our development plan is guided by two unwavering pillars:

  1. Historical Restoration: We are meticulously restoring this century-old site, preserving its historical significance and architectural soul.
  2. Minimal Impact: From low-footprint construction to water conservation systems, our goal is to leave the natural ecosystem better than we found it. We are guests of this land, and we act accordingly.

“In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.”

Please leave a comment below to be on the email list when the resort opens! Thank you

27 responses to “Welcome to La Vida”

  1. Jantana Chen Avatar
    Jantana Chen

    I would love to be invited for a soft opening. Or have the opportunity to reserve when it is available.
    Thank you

    1. admin Avatar

      Thank you for stopping by! We are working hard to get through the entitlement process. We will definitely keep everyone posted on the progress.

  2. Shya Mo Avatar
    Shya Mo

    Hi, so glad to discovery your hot spring resort.
    I wanted to know how to make a reservation? And whats the price?

    1. admin Avatar

      Thank you for stopping by! We are working hard to get through the entitlement process. We will definitely keep everyone posted on the progress.

  3. Qiao Li Avatar
    Qiao Li

    Can’t wait to try!! Please let me know when it’s ready to book

    1. J Avatar
      J

      I’m a local and would absolutely love to visit here. Been looking for a place like this forever.

  4. Linda Steves Avatar
    Linda Steves

    I am so excited to hear this. My family was frequent visitors from early 1950 till it closed.

    1. admin Avatar

      Thank you for stopping by! We are working hard to get through the entitlement process. We will definitely keep everyone posted on the progress.

  5. Xiao Tan Avatar
    Xiao Tan

    Hi La Vida Breá Team,

    I’m interested in booking an experience at La Vida Breá and would like to check availability and reservation details. Could you please provide information on the following:
    1. Available dates for the experience
    2. Pricing and package details
    3. Payment method and deposit requirements
    4. Cancellation and rescheduling policy

    Thank you, and I look forward to hearing from you.

    Best regards,

  6. SUN MEE WON Avatar
    SUN MEE WON

    I definitely want to visit when it opens. Please let me know if there are any opening promotions.

  7. Cathy Rush Avatar
    Cathy Rush

    Please put me on email list.

  8. Lucy Chen Avatar
    Lucy Chen

    Hi, I will like to be updated when resort is open for booking.

  9. Hyunjin Roh Avatar
    Hyunjin Roh

    Hello
    I want to know how to reservation

  10. James Joseph Avatar
    James Joseph

    Keep me posted when they’re available

  11. Alison Morales Avatar
    Alison Morales

    Looking forward to updates

  12. Robert R Alvarado Avatar
    Robert R Alvarado

    I would definitely love to come with the wife to enjoy this Resort. please keep me up to date on when will be able to visit

  13. Michael Joshua Avatar
    Michael Joshua

    Please send a message when property is open and ready for accommodations

  14. Barbara Brewer Avatar
    Barbara Brewer

    I am so excited about this! I am hoping you will offer day spa services.

  15. Cathy Morehead Avatar
    Cathy Morehead

    Hi,
    I am so excited to hear about your opening. I am a frequent guest of Two Bunch Palms. Having your resort near the bay is very exciting for me. I wish you the best of luck with your endeavor. You might enjoy this book. Towards a Nude Architecture: A Visual Compendium of Japanese Hot Springs Hardcover – May 27, 2025.
    I wish it was 2027 already. Please put me down as one of your first guests.
    Best Regards,
    Cathy

  16. Carole Schuman Avatar
    Carole Schuman

    Kindly contact me when open.

    I fondly remember the therapeutic waters !

    1. admin Avatar

      Thank you for stopping by! We are working hard to get through the entitlement process. We will definitely keep everyone posted on the progress.

  17. Jayme Belle Avatar
    Jayme Belle

    Please include me in any announcements or booking openings. My family used to frequent La Vida in the 1970s. Would love to stay in the new concept property.

    1. admin Avatar

      Thank you for stopping by! We are working hard to get through the entitlement process. We will definitely keep everyone posted on the progress.

  18. Golda kimball Avatar
    Golda kimball

    Will you guys have a soft opening? I’m very excited for you to open. My husband is the hotel manager at the palazzo and Venetian and I want to surprise him because he has never this of experience. Can you tell me your estimated projected rates? 9497420120 thank you!

    1. admin Avatar

      Thank you for stopping by! We are working hard to get through the entitlement process. We will definitely keep everyone posted on the progress.

  19. Duane & Maria Rodriguez-Winter Avatar
    Duane & Maria Rodriguez-Winter

    As a Fullerton and soon to be a Claremont residence, I grew up in Fullerton and knew of the older Carbon Canyon, yet was never aware of La Vida Hot Springs until recently. I have enjoyed the therapeutic properties of hot springs at Warner Hot Springs, Murrieta Hot Springs, and also have enjoyed a visit to Noboribetsu Onsen on Hokkaido. Sadly, the Warner Hot Springs never reopened. Now, with your new project, my wife and I would like to be on your mailing list. We’d love to spend time on your property.

    1. admin Avatar

      Thank you for stopping by! We are working hard to get through the entitlement process. We will definitely keep everyone posted on the progress.

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