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.

Be Authentic. Stay Independent.


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The Wesley Palm Springs

The Wesley Palm Springs

Come Experience the Wesley Hotel; Resort class amenities for the modern savvy traveler.  The Wesley Palm Springs features a small selection of uniquely stunning self catered flats in a private resort setting. Our Flats range from deluxe studios to 2 bd, 2 bath units. Tastefully designed and outfitted with luxury linens and mattresses are features throughout. Almost all of the flats feature private & lush garden patios (all except Flat 10) to take in your morning ritual or to escape the… 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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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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Smoke Tree Ranch

Smoke Tree Ranch

For eighty years, Smoke Tree Ranch has offered simplicity, breathtaking mountain views, genteel hospitality, and an unrivaled guest experience in an 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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L’Horizon Palm Springs

L’Horizon Palm Springs

L’Horizon Palm Springs, A Leading Hotel of the World, brings back the glamour of Hollywood’s golden age through its unique design esthetic by renowned designer Steve Hermann. The 1950’s gem served as a playground for Hollywood A-Lister’s and U. S. Presidents alike. Now, redeveloped as a luxury resort, we boast true exclusivity nestled within intimate spaces on 3 acres of gorgeous manicured desert grounds.  Our 25 guestrooms are custom designed to emulate luxurious private residences with hand selected materials and… Read More


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Hotel California Palm Springs

Hotel California Palm Springs

Welcome to the Hotel California, a quiet escape nestled along the base of the San Jacinto Mountains in the Southern California desert of Palm Springs. This classic California Spanish Mission boutique hotel provides just the right amount of rustic charm and romance. Comfortable rooms and suites surround a sparkling pool and spa amid a lush courtyard with spectacular mountain views. Whether you spend a tranquil day around the pool or take a complimentary bicycle to explore the city, Hotel California… Read More


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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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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 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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Los Arboles Hotel

Los Arboles Hotel

Located just steps from downtown Palm Springs, Los Arboles Hotel’s new 21 rooms and suites offer guests amenities normally found only in larger properties.  Seek out the Summer sunshine on our rooftop deck, immerse yourself in our courtyard pool and hot tub or simply let the day melt away while enjoying delicious authentic Mexican foods right on your patio!  Room Service, is available as well as a smile at every turn.  Join us at Los Arboles Hotel and ‘Discover your Dreams Here’! Read More


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