The Ingleside Inn & Melvyn’s Restaurant has been featured as One of the Top Ten by Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous. Fashioned from a gracious estate, The Ingleside Inn 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, Convention, Desert Museum and the Palm Springs Airport. The 30 room, 2 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 world famous Melvyn’s Restaurant and rest in timeless luxury.
Ruth Hardy originally purchased the property as her private residence in the 1930s. One of her passions was playing hostess to film stars and celebrities. Unlike other popular resorts, reservations were not taken. One could only stay if personally invited by Ms. Hardy. Her list of guests included the likes of Greta Garbo, Clark Gable, and Howard Hughes. Unfortunately, after her death the inn fell into disrepair.
In 1975, after only 15 minutes of looking at the property, Melvyn Haber, current owner, and a celebrity in his own right, purchased the inn. After spending a small fortune restoring inn, he reopened its doors to all guests, famous and not so famous. You can enjoy this well-documented adventure by reading his entertaining book, “Bedside Stories From The Ingleside Inn, by Mel Haber”.
Great for the executive retreat, or romantic escape, this legendary boutique hotel is a place to relax, refresh and re-energize. Famous as a hideaway for the celebrities of show business, finance and politics, this landmark inn would be honored to add your name to it’s guestbook.
Renowned for Weddings in our romantic Courtyard with full services; Business Meetings and Executive Retreats. Think about us for group events.
Amenities
Bar and Lounge:
Treat yourself to a cool drink in Melvyn’s. Open daily from 10:00am. Piano Lounge every evening from 8:00pm for your listening and dancing pleasure. Fabulous Jam Session every Sunday 3:30pm-7:30pm.
Breakfast:
Breakfast is served 8:00am – 11:00am in the restaurant, your room, poolside, on the veranda or in the gazebo – order card and menu / price list is in your room folder, or simply call the Front Desk to place your order). If circumstances require your breakfast to be served prior to 8:00am, please contact the Front Desk the night before with your request
Car Rentals:
Front Desk will arrange delivery to the Inn for you convenience.
Coffee makers in rooms.
Gift Certificates:
We have GIFT CERTIFICATES available for that person who is just IMPOSSIBLE to choose for at the holidays! Give the gift of a romantic, relaxing, gourmet getaway. Call (800) 772-6655 for details today.
Health Clubs:
Gold’s Gym is a 10 minute drive.
Hiking:
Explore the majestic Indian Canyons – only a short distance from the Ingleside Inn. A wonderful trail at the base of the mountain is just a short stroll from the Inn.
Laundry/Valet Services:
Contact the Front Desk – Dial 0.
Library:
We have an extensive collection of hard cover books in lobby – Dial 0.
Massages:
Pamper yourself! We will be happy to make the arrangements for you. We also have “in-room” massages by licensed professionals available. Dial 0.
Mementos:
There is a selection of T-Shirts, visors and other souvenirs in the lobby. Should you wish to take home a personally autographed copy of owner Mel Haber’s new book “Bedtime Stories of the Ingleside Inn”, please ask the Front Desk. We also have a DVD of the Ingleside available for only $14.95.
Movies:
We have VCR’s and DVD’s available.
Music:
Visit our Lounge with nightly entertainment and dancing in our lounge every evening plus our fabulous Sunday Jam Session 3:30pm-7:30pm.
Pool & Jacuzzi:
Heated for your enjoyment 24 hours a day
Recreational Games:
Table tennis. Please inquire at the Front Desk.
Refrigerators:
In-room, stocked with complimentary sodas, juices and light snacks upon arrival.
Restaurant:
Melvyn’s, our world-famous Restaurant, is located on the premises. Please refer to mini-menu in your room and feel free to ask for special requests.
As a special accommodation for our hotel guests we offer an American Meal Plan for $55.00 per day per person, plus tax and gratuity which is a total of $69.17 per person. You can enjoy 3 complete meals, 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, and 1 Dinner from the world famous Melvyn’s Restaurant. These meals will be served in the room, on the veranda, poolside or in Melvyn’s Restaurant. No need to ever leave the property. Does not have to be used consecutively.
Robes, Hair Dryers, Irons:
Available from the Front Desk.
Room Service:
8:00am to 3:00pm and 5:00pm to 11:00pm. The kitchen is closed from 3-5pm. (However the bar at Melvyn’s is always open for beverages.) May we suggest a romantic candlelight dinner served in your room, on your patio, or possibly under the stars in the gazebo.
Television:
T.V. Guides are placed in your room for your convenience.