A Getaway Fit for Hollywood Royalty
Amin Casa dates back to the 1930s, when actress Gloria Swanson purchased the spectacular property and used it as a desert retreat, a place to go where she could escape the bright lights of Hollywood.
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Entries by Elizabeth G. Arcia
They found their Place in the Sun
Norma and Ron Van Meeteren didn’t set out to own and operate a hotel, but in October 1999, the couple found themselves embarking on an exciting journey now in its 20th year. At the time, Norma and Ron had been selling real estate and doing property management in Palm Springs for 16 years. They learned […]
Nostalgia and comfort collide at the Aloha Hotel
The Aloha Hotel embraces its vintage vibes. Built in 1947, this Tahquitz River Estates property has 11 poolside rooms containing original furniture and decor (don’t worry — the mattresses are new!). A visit to the Aloha Hotel is a step back in time. “People like the nostalgia of the 1950s, and we own it,” the […]
Palm Springs Can’t Miss Summer Specials
The crowds are gone and the deals are hot.
If you can’t get enough of the sun, there’s no better place to spend the summer than in Palm Springs — and it’s even better when you score a hot deal.
The Willows Historic Palm Springs Doubles in Size with Addition of 9-Room Bishop House
The eight-room Willows Historic Palm Springs Inn, a luxury destination built in 1925 as a private residence and operating as the city’s only Four-Diamond hideaway since 1996, has more than doubled in size with the opening of The Bishop House last week. The historic compound now has a combined total of 17 rooms and suites divided among a pair of historic estates with each room boasting its own floorplan and design.
Coyote Inn’s Chris and Barb Miller: From guests to owners
For years, the Coyote Inn was where Chris and Barb Miller would go when they needed an escape. Now, it’s home. The Millers have owned the Coyote Inn since 2008. They fell in love with it as guests, when they would leave their donut business in Utah for a few days of relaxation in Palm […]
It’s Time to Check in to These New and Reimagined Palm Springs Boutique Hotels
From The Weekend to the newly-expanded Willows Historic Palm Springs Inn, the hotel landscape of Palm Springs is changing.
There’s never been a more exciting time to visit a Palm Springs boutique hotel, soaking up the sun and as much fun as possible.
Dive into Valentine’s Day
Dive Palm Springs Treat your other half to a weekend getaway at Dive Palm Springs this Valentine’s Day. The newly launched hotel will be offering a special package to help set the mood for an intimate and romantic evening in one of Dive’s most luxurious suites – Paris or Orchid. The Paris suite offers secure private access from the street […]
Amin Casa is your home away from home
Amin Casa embodies the quiet sophistication of Palm Springs, with a twist of old Hollywood glamour. Once the residence of actress Gloria Swanson, Amin Casa made its debut in the Historic Tennis Club neighborhood in November 2016, following several months of major renovations both inside and out. “Amin” means “ours” in Tagalog, while “casa” is […]
Where comfort and privacy meet
The Chaps Inn offers comfort and relaxation in a secluded environment. Stuart and Ian have owned the resort for almost 20 years, coming to Palm Springs from the UK. “We had nothing to do with the hotel business at all, we just went straight in cold turkey,” Ian said. “We woke up one morning and […]
