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Do Not Disturb: Romantic Palm Springs Hotels

A touch of intrigue. An exquisite setting. A place where love lingers redolently in the purple sunset. For decades, lovers have known that Palm Springs is the ideal destination for that dreamy honeymoon, babymoon, or long weekend road-trip getaway. You’re relationship isn’t generic, so why stay at a multinational chain when you can plan a romantic Palm Springs escape to a small boutique hotel especially designed with love in mind. Wander beautiful gardens and enjoy private courtyards. Enjoy breakfast in bed, a bath (or massage) for two, or wine in front of the fireplace. These Palm Springs Preferred boutique hotels offer the perfect alchemy of comfort and indulgence for every beautifully love-filled vacation.

Korakia Pensione

Located at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, in Downtown Palm Springs, Korakia offers a unique and seductive retreat from day to day reality. Comprised of a 1918 adobe, a 1924 bungalow and a 1930s villa, the property blends the charm of Southern European luxury with North African accents. Korakia (Greek for “crow”) has been crafted after a Mediterranean-style pensione, forgoing technology such as TVs, phones and clocks in favor of vintage books, board games and al fresco film… Read More

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Del Marcos Hotel

Designed in 1947 by the famed desert architect William F. Cody, the Del Marcos Hotel is ideally located in the legendary Palm Springs historic hotel and shopping district and only 1 block from downtown Palm Springs. The backdrop of this classic 17 room hotel is the stunning San Jacinto Mountains. Enjoy the scenic bike and hiking trails or simply relax around the hotel’s serene, saltwater pool. The hotel offers guest rooms with private patios or balconies, to deluxe suites. A… Read More

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A Place in the Sun Garden Hotel

Come to A Place in the Sun, where you will feel like a pampered movie star from days past. This vintage garden hotel, originally built as a retreat for the production crew of the film classic “A Place in the Sun”, has been lovingly restored by the current owners. Sixteen single-story bungalows form an enclave around the heated pool & spa, set on over an acre of lush lawns and palm tree gardens. Full kitchens, private garden patios, free internet… Read More

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Alcazar Palm Springs

Bring: your pajamas Don’t miss: the complimentary espresso, coffee and pastries from Cheeky’s. Alcazar Palm Springs opened in 2011, just north of Downtown Palm Springs in the Uptown Design District. We’re a 34-room boutique hotel and we manage to stay cool, modern & sleek despite Palm Springs’ often upwards of 90-degree heat. Sleep in with us and luxuriate in imported Italian linens. Enjoy private patios, mountain views, wireless internet, Townie Bikes and complimentary coffee/espresso and fresh Pastries from Cheeky’s. And… Read More

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Sakura - The Japanese-style Bed & Breakfast Inn

Located near downtown Palm Springs, minutes from the airport, bus station or tram. The hosts offer Japanese-style rooms with a private bath, TV, handmade futons to give you the most wonderful sleep of your life, and sliding shoji doors that lead to the garden and swimming pool area that offer a magnificent mountain view. The atmosphere at the Inn is very distinct, quiet and relaxing. Guests can wear Japanese kimonos and slippers. Beautiful Japanese artwork and antique kimonos decorate the… Read More

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Smoke Tree Ranch

For 80 years, Smoke Tree Ranch has offered simplicity, breathtaking mountain views, genteel hospitality, and an unrivaled guest experience in a historic desert resort setting. Smoke Tree Ranch is located on a gently rising alluvial fan, created and landscaped by nature, and sheltered by the guardian San Jacinto Mountains. The Ranch is blessed with irreplaceable desert shrubs, smoke trees, and breathtaking acreage touched by undisturbed wildflowers. Business meetings and retreats are memorable experiences on the Ranch, as are family reunions… Read More

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Lucille Palm Springs

Lucille Palm Springs was reimagined and rebranded in 2023, but its history stretches back over 100 years. Originally built in 1921, the hotel has been welcoming guests for a century, including Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, who once frequented the hotel with their family. The original Spanish Revival-style bones of the hotel have been lovingly maintained, though the recent facelift has updated all of the hotel’s amenities. Lucille Palm Springs now features nine self-catered luxury suites with modern appliances and locally-sourced… Read More

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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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Talavera Palm Springs

Tucked away perfectly between booming Downtown Palm Springs and the serene San Jacinto Mountains in the historic Tennis Club District, Talavera Palm Springs embraces old school charm with an eclectic flair in a lush tropical setting. Each of our eight spacious suites boasts a private patio and jacuzzi with spectacular mountain views, allowing the guest experience to become one that is truly secluded and restorative. Each suite has a different “personality” and is decorated with antiques from around the world… Read More

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Desert Riviera Hotel

Desert Riviera is a truly relaxing and enjoyable vacation spot or weekend getaway; small and quaint with 11 spacious guest rooms surrounding our beautiful grounds with a stunning view of the San Jacinto Mountains. Our Palm Springs hotel, in California’s Coachella Valley, was built in 1951 and has been updated and redecorated to keep its mid-century style; it has been brightened up with enchanting citrus colors to achieve a fresh garden feel. Some of our amenities include free airport transportation,… Read More

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Do Not Disturb: Romantic Palm Springs Hotels

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