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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
Les Cactus Palm Springs
Les Cactus Palm Springs, named after the ’60s French rock ‘n’ roll hit by Jacques Dutronc, brings to life an “Airbnb-meets-hotel’ experience to the desert. The historic 1930’s property has been refreshed under the direction of up-and-coming L.A.-based hotelier Matthew Kurtz in partnership with local Palm Springs hoteliers Richard Crisman and Jeff Brock. Together they deliver a whimsical boutique hotel with minimalistic yet chic design and approachable service – all at an affordable price point. The pet-friendly hotel boasts a… Read More
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
Ingleside Estate
Fashioned from a gracious estate, The Ingleside Estate is an official Palm Springs Historic Landmark. The inn is quiet and secluded but within one block of the heart of Palm Springs. Five minutes to shopping, the Palm Springs Convention Center, Palm Springs Art Museum, and Palm Springs International Airport. The 30-room, two-acre property offers luxury lodging and suite accommodations that recall the romance and glamour of the golden age of Hollywood. Unwind by the pool, enjoy fine dining at the… Read More
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
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
Adara Hotel Palm Springs
Are you looking for the perfect retreat where sunshine and palm trees greet you upon arrival? Welcome to Adara Hotel Palm Springs, a rejuvenating oasis near downtown Palm Springs. Adara Hotel Palm Springs is conveniently located just 15 minutes away from the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and two miles from the Palm Springs Convention Center and Palm Springs International Airport. Each of our guest rooms offers stunning views of the San Jacinto Mountains. Experience the tastefully furnished ambiance of rooms… Read More
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
Azure Sky
Originally built in 1959, Azure Sky’s new owners, Acme Hospitality and Eastern Real Estate, have restored the property with integrity, bringing in vintage lighting and custom woodwork that harkens back to the hotel’s early days. Most of Azure Sky’s rooms have private patios with hammocks and kitchenettes, and all come equipped with built-in beds, stone tile flooring, and mid-century modern inspired design accents. Inside the impressive lobby, guests will be able to enjoy a drink in the premium cocktail bar,… Read More
The Palm Springs Hotel
The Palm Springs Hotel. The name itself evokes timelessness. Tradition. The elegance of the original. 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 architecture, bold interior flair, and 21st century appointments like Apple TV evoke an unforgettable… Read More
