Small Hotels Listing

Palm Springs is home to almost 80 extraordinary small boutique hotels of exceptional architectural & cultural diversity. From quaint inns and quietly secluded bungalows to hip and modern poolside-hangouts, they cater to the spectrum of Palm Springs travelers’ tastes.

Whether you want to disappear for a couple of days, or dive into the Palm Springs adventure of a lifetime, our visionary hoteliers make it their mission to get to know you and create a memorable stay in this distinctly fashionable desert oasis.

And as Palm Springs locals, they have dedicated themselves to creating a home away from home for you, infused with a sense of community.

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Twin Palms Resort

Twin Palms Resort

Located in the historic Twin Palms neighborhood, this completely renovated mid-century modern property boasts 20 rooms with luxurious baths, contemporary furnishings, and unparalleled mountain views. Outside your room, a modern patio waits for you, and just steps away is the desert’s newest pool and spa, designed especially for true sun worshipers. And of course, swimsuits are optional. Read More


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La Serena Villas

La Serena Villas

Originally built in 1933, this Historic Hotel sits on over an acre of beautiful landscaped grounds in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, walking distance to the famous Palm Canyon Drive, where you will find the best restaurants, boutiques and galleries. Redeveloped as a luxury hotel in 2016 by award winning architect, May Sung, with all the modern amenities of a 5 star hotel.   Each piece of furniture, all materials and finishes have been carefully hand picked by interior design… Read More


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The Cole Hotel

The Cole Hotel

This 30 room boutique hotel, home to the acclaimed Freddie’s Kitchen, is the return of a mid-century gem in Palm Springs. Once known as the Bahama Hotel, this classic masterpiece was built in 1959 with floorplan design by San Clemente draftsman Raymond Devore, stonework by mason John Francis Gallerani, and the hotel’s quirky modernist exterior design by local architect Hugh Kaptur. More recently, the property underwent a sympathetic and painstaking rehabilitation by new owner Mark Weis with the help of… Read More


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The Three Fifty Hotel

The Three Fifty Hotel

The Three Fifty Hotel is a ten-room boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown Palm Springs. Designed in 1950 by famed architect Herbert W. Burns, the mid-century modern gem was fully renovated in 2017 and designed with a minimalist style in keeping with its architecture. It’s an ideal location for couples or friends vacationing, relaxing by the pool and spa, or chilling out in the oversized guest rooms. Our spacious accommodations are well-appointed offering King and Queen beds, flat… Read More


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Orbit In Hotel

Orbit In Hotel

Embrace the Palm Springs modern vibe and leave your worries behind as you lounge in luxurious mid-century style. Surrender to a vacation lifestyle once reserved for the rich and famous, where warm skies and pleasant surroundings slow down time. Breathtaking mountain views, poolside breakfast, cocktails, cruiser bikes, spa services, and many more unique amenities are all served up at a small boutique hotel called Orbit In where vintage modernism meets the 21st century. Read More


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Desert Hills Resort Hotel

Desert Hills Resort Hotel

The Desert Hills Resort Hotel in Palm Springs, snuggled up against the rugged San Jacinto Mountains. Built in 1956, it is situated in the tranquil Tennis Club district, a few blocks from downtown Palm Springs. The hotel retains the aura of years past, reminiscent of the original 1950s and ’60s mid-century modern design. The property’s 14 studios and one- and two-bedroom suites open to individual patios overlooking a lush, flower-filled courtyard and inviting pool and spa. Eleven rooms come with… Read More


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The Palm Springs Hotel

The Palm Springs Hotel

The Palm Springs Hotel. The name itself evokes timelessness. Tradition. The elegance of the original. Yet this is not the oldest hotel in America’s hottest resort destination, it is the newest. The Palm Springs Hotel was conceived by four elite Hollywood families, who had searched for the perfect, intimate vacation retreat, but couldn’t find it. So they did what creative and resourceful people do: They built it themselves. The Palm Springs Hotel offers the ultimate Palm Springs boutique experience. The desert-modernist… Read More


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Palm Springs Rendezvous

Palm Springs Rendezvous

When you pass through the frosted glass doors you step back in time to a place where everyday stress just melts away. Included every day are free full breakfast, free parking, free wi-fi, and great service. Hang out by the pool or in the hot tub and enjoy the sounds of Frank, Dean, and Elvis as you relax and feel the tension melt away. Enjoy a time less hectic and a vacation more fabulous! Palm Springs Rendezvous is an award-winning… Read More


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Vista Grande Resort

Vista Grande Resort

The Vista Grande began in 1984 becoming the first gay clothing optional motel in Palm Springs.  We had seven guest rooms, an appreciation for the company of men, and business was transacted in the nude on a pay phone by the pool.  Thirty-five years later the mission remains the same, provide a testosterone charged atmosphere that really makes you feel alive. The small unassuming wooden door at the entrance belies a sprawling private land of lush gardens, hummingbirds, waterfalls, and… Read More


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The Monkey Tree Hotel

The Monkey Tree Hotel

The Monkey Tree Hotel is a private 16-room boutique hotel nestled against the backdrop of the gorgeous San Jacinto Mountains on a large one-acre property in North Palm Springs, California. Originally designed and built in 1960 by renowned modernist architect Albert Frey, the hotel re-opened in 2016, after a loving restoration by its current owners to its original mid-century modern design. A delicious homemade breakfast is served every morning and is included in the room price. Inside the expansive private courtyard are a large, heated… Read More


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