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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Drift Palm Springs

Drift Palm Springs

Nestled in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, Drift is an industrial chic boutique hotel made for the modern traveler, near the city’s most popular attractions. The hotel balances Palm Springs’ mid-century modern flair and the Drift brand’s Baja roots through colors reflective of the Californian desert, contemporary architecture, and decor sourced by Mexican and Californian artisans. Located a few steps away from the city’s main street, the hotel features a resort-style pool with private cabanas, a rooftop with San… Read More


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The Twist

The Twist

The Twist Palm Springs is a desert oasis showcasing the best in modern architecture and design. Guests can choose from a studio or one- or two-bedroom suite with a living room, and all accommodations come with custom kitchens and either a patio or balcony. The bold and eclectic furnishings and decor are from local designers H3K, and add a touch of whimsy to the property. The Twist has a relaxing pool and spa and incredible city and mountain views, making… Read More


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Lucille Palm Springs

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

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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Yara Hotel

Yara Hotel

Welcome to the Yara Hotel. A 10-room boutique desert oasis nestled beneath the San Jacinto in the heart of Palm Springs, California. Revived and re-designed, this Spanish-style hotel has emerged into a serene retreat for slow living. Inspired by the natural beauty of the desert, the Yara Hotel creates a far-away feel with intentional details reminiscent of the Mediterranean. Get away for a rejuvenating stay, a quaint gathering, and a memorable time with those close to you. Book one room… Read More


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Villa Royale

Villa Royale

Built in 1947, Villa Royale emerged in Palm Springs during a period of Post-World War II development in the Coachella Valley. Adding a small pool of guestrooms to the south end of Palm Springs alongside the Deep Well Guest Ranch and Smoke Tree Ranch, Villa Royale was an early small hotel in south Palm Springs. Owned and managed by a woman by the name of Evelyn Pell, family lore has it that the California ranch-style hotel took its name from… Read More


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The Velvet Rope

The Velvet Rope

The Velvet Rope is a lavish Palm Springs oasis that pays homage to the city’s Old Hollywood past. Guests can stay in one of nine glamorous suites, including the Rat Pack Suite inspired by the high-rolling exploits of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr. This boutique hotel has a beautiful pool just steps away from all of the rooms and Bar Valerie, where guests can enjoy live entertainment and delicious small plates, cocktails, beer, and wine. Read More


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Holiday House Palm Springs

Holiday House Palm Springs

Holiday House is a 28-room boutique hotel located in downtown Palm Springs. Originally opened in 1951, the hotel was designed by noted architect Herbert W. Burns. Today, it has been reimagined by interior designer Mark D. Sikes and the team behind Sparrows Lodge. The property features midcentury inspired elements combined with a communal atmosphere and whimsical edge. The design centers around Gio Ponti inspired tile-work in the bar and artwork throughout the property including pieces by David Hockney, Roy Liechtenstein,… Read More


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Smoke Tree Ranch

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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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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