Our 1950’s vintage Iron Tree Inn is located in the quiet Deepwell neighborhood of Palm Springs. Within walking distance are shopping, an upscale coffee house and many fine dining restaurants as well as public transportation. Most rooms offer kitchens. Guests can book studios, one bedroom, or suite accommodation. Most important is our 20′ x 40′ heated swimming pool with panoramic views of the Mountains. Our frequent guests have been staying with us for 15 years or more! Come visit us!
Sometimes you just want to safely be yourself. Hang out poolside with friends. Relax and escape. Enjoy the night life. From the bearlicious to the salacious, fit for a queen or perfectly serene, you’ll find an extraordinary concentration of jaw-dropping, gorgeous culturally queer resorts in Palm Springs.
Some of these small hotels are perfect for parties, while others are designed for long, quiet escapes. But no matter your predilection, you’ll understand why Palm Springs has been a desirable destination for the LGTBQ community and allies alike for more than five decades.
The below collection of Palm Springs boutique hotels and resorts cater to gay men and each one of them has got your stay.
Welcome to the Aloha Hotel Palm Springs, located in a sheltered cove at the foot of the San Jacinto Mountains in the wind-free south end. Adjacent to shops, numerous fine restaurants, golf courses, markets, hiking, museums, Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs, and more. We have spacious air-conditioned rooms with kichens available. The Aloha Hotel is a charming and private hotel experience with clean rooms, ironed sheets, white towels, air conditioning, heating, cable TV, kitchenettes and WiFi (depending on availability). The breathtaking mountain views are spectacular from any room!
Locally Owned and Operated, Small Hotels & Inns Airport Shuttle, Architecture: Mid-Century Modern, Bicycles, Breakfast Included, Hot Tub, Internet / Wi-Fi, Kitchen/Kitchenette, Swimming Pool, Washer/Dryer Culturally Queer: LGBTQ Palm Springs Hotels are Here!, Do Not Disturb: Romantic Palm Springs Hotels
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, complementary bicycles, a year-round 90 degree heated pool, a whirlpool Jacuzzi, cozy conversation fire pits, outdoor gas BBQ grills, and romantic evening lighting among the palms and much, much more. Walk through our red door to experience what all the chatter is about!
When you pass through the frosted glass doors you step back in time to a place where everyday stress just melts away. Included every day are free full breakfast, free parking, free wi-fi, and great service. Hang out by the pool or in the hot tub and enjoy the sounds of Frank, Dean, and Elvis as you relax and feel the tension melt away.
Enjoy a time less hectic and a vacation more fabulous! Palm Springs Rendezvous is an award-winning bed & breakfast/boutique hotel chosen by TripAdvisor as one of the “Top 25 Small Hotels in the US” and winner of TripAdvisor’s “2016 Travelers Choice Award.” Once you step through the glass doors, you’re immersed in a private sanctuary that’s reminiscent of a simpler, bygone era.
The Rendezvous has 10 uniquely-decorated rooms, each with a sitting area, microwave oven, refrigerator, coffee maker, and private entrance around a central pool. Many rooms even have two-person Whirlpool baths in addition to showers and double sinks. Every morning, our guests are treated to a delicious breakfast; every evening our guests linger around the pool enjoying free happy hour drinks and appetizers.
Stay with us and relax by the pool, soak in the hot tub, and chill by the fire-pit after the sun goes down over the mountains. Treat yourself to a massage in our Spa if you’re so inclined, or make it a couple’s massage for you and your sweetie. After all, we’re the perfect destination for romance!
Designed by notable architect William Cody in the 1930s, guests of the hotel have included Hollywood icons like Veronica Lake, Gloria Swanson, and Hugh O’Brien in addition to numerous current Hollywood stars. Our most famous guest, Marilyn Monroe, frequently stayed in what is now our Pretty In Pink room to elude the paparazzi and take some time for herself. Now it’s your turn! You don’t have to be rich or famous to stay at the Rendezvous, because we treat everyone like A-listers!
For an extra-special destination event, we offer group, wedding, and elopement packages. Other enhancements such as champagne, wine, or Gift Baskets are available to make your trip even more memorable. View our site for more information and Book Direct for the best rates. It’s time for a less hectic, more fabulous vacation at Palm Springs Rendezvous!
Locally Owned and Operated, Small Hotels & Inns Architecture: Mid-Century Modern, Bicycles, Extended Stay, Hot Tub, Internet / Wi-Fi, Kitchen/Kitchenette, Pet Friendly, Swimming Pool Culturally Queer: LGBTQ Palm Springs Hotels are Here!, Do Not Disturb: Romantic Palm Springs Hotels
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 late day warmth, cocktail in hand. Individual private gas grills allow our guests to enjoy outdoor dining at it’s best.
Located across the street from an ancient riverbed, The Wesley is ideally located in a private and serene environment. We are centrally located within walking or biking distance of all the best Palm Springs restaurants & shopping. You’ll experience frequent visits from friendly hummingbirds that so diligently pollinate the lush desert landscape.
Hours: 6am-9pm 7/days a week
Flats: (1) 2-Bedroom, (1) 1-Bedroom, (2) King Studios, (2) Queen Studios, (3) Petite Queen Studios
Locally Owned and Operated, Small Hotels & Inns Architecture: Historic, Architecture: Mid-Century Modern, Bicycles, Breakfast Included, Extended Stay, Hot Tub, Internet / Wi-Fi, Kitchen/Kitchenette, Stash Rewards Participant, Swimming Pool Culturally Queer: LGBTQ Palm Springs Hotels are Here!, Stay in Style: Perfectly Designed Palm Springs Hotels
Desert Hills Resort Hotel
The Desert Hills Resort Hotel in Palm Springs, snuggled up against the rugged San Jacinto Mountains. Built in 1956, it is situated in the tranquil Tennis Club district, a few blocks from downtown Palm Springs. The hotel retains the aura of years past, reminiscent of the original 1950s and ’60s mid-century modern design. The property’s 14 studios and one- and two-bedroom suites open to individual patios overlooking a lush, flower-filled courtyard and inviting pool and spa. Eleven rooms come with complete kitchens, and amenities include complimentary cruiser bikes, luxurious cashmere bedding and robes, WiFi in the rooms and courtyard, and a complimentary breakfast.
A modern twist on a California 50’s classic, Skylark Hotel offers 28 uniquely styled rooms meticulously restored to the character of the mid-century era. Stay in the heart of Palm Springs just five miles from the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway while enjoying scenic views of the San Jacinto Mountains. At the Skylark you’ll also be treated to a complimentary hot breakfast, free parking, and free WiFi.
Locally Owned and Operated, Small Hotels & Inns Architecture: Historic, Breakfast Included, Fireplace, Group or Events Buy Out, Hot Tub, Internet / Wi-Fi, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Room Service, Swimming Pool, Washer/Dryer, Weddings Culturally Queer: LGBTQ Palm Springs Hotels are Here!, Stay in Style: Perfectly Designed Palm Springs Hotels
Willows Historic Palm Springs Inn
Romance, luxury and privacy await you at the Willows Historic Palm Springs Inn. Complimentary amenities included as part of each stay at the Willows include daily three-course gourmet breakfast, wi-fi, parking, evening wine and hors d’oeuvres, evening turn-down service and the Willows never charges a resort fee.
Built in 1924, the Willows was the winter estate of Samuel Untermyer, a renowned New York attorney. Now a luxury boutique hotel nestled against the mountainside yet located just two blocks from Palm Canyon Drive, the Willows welcomes guests from around the globe. The villa has been meticulously restored to its original grandeur, refinement and elegance. The eight individually designed and furnished guest rooms feature antique furniture, sumptuous linens and luxurious baths. Some rooms offer fireplaces, private patios or balconies. Enjoy mountain or garden vistas throughout the hotel and grounds. Striking architecture, frescoed ceilings and the mountain waterfall that spills into a pool adjoining the dining room combine to create a comfortable and luxurious retreat just steps from Palm Canyon Drive. These unique features delighted past distinguished visitors such as Marion Davies, Clark Gable, Carole Lombard, Shirley Temple and Albert Einstein. Now you too can experience the accommodations enjoyed by these luminaries. Visit our website to view and select YOUR favorite room. To ensure privacy of its guests, the hotel and grounds are open only to registered guests. The entire property may be reserved for the ultimate in privacy and luxury.
For special events and occasions, we invite you to learn about our sister property, the O’Donnell House, overlooking the city and adjoining the grounds of Willows.
