Nestled in the heart of Palm Springs, Fleur Noire Hotel stands out among boutique hotels. Offering spacious rooms, free Wi-Fi, and a pet-friendly atmosphere, it’s a traveler’s haven. Enjoy the outdoor pool, explore golf courses nearby, and bask in the convenience of free parking. Whether you’re a TripAdvisor aficionado or a fan of Hilton and Marriott, this city center gem, close to the Palm Springs Convention Center, guarantees a memorable stay. And if you’re feeling adventurous, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and the Moorten Botanical Garden are just a short drive away. Unwind at Hyatt Palm Springs or soak up history at the Palm Springs Air Museum, making your stay as vibrant as the nearby Los Angeles scene. Cheers to Fleur Noire – where boutique charm meets desert oasis allure!
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Historical buildings that tell stories of a decorated town are also bed and breakfast options and are part of some of the best hotels in town. Below are some of the best hotels where I would check in.
Discovering historical charm at hotels like Best Western, Marriott, and Hilton, with free WiFi, pet-friendly options, and golf courses. Enjoy spacious rooms, outdoor pools, and concierge service in the city center. Explore attractions like the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, Art Museum, and Convention Center. From the Fleur Noire Hotel to Hyatt Palm Springs, find friendly hotels amid the allure of Rancho Mirage, Indian Wells, and Palm Desert. Whether it’s the Rowan Palm Springs, Saguaro Palm Springs, or TripAdvisor-recommended spots, the experience extends to landmarks like the Moorten Botanical Garden and Palm Springs Air Museum. Embrace the essence of La Quinta and Los Angeles, making each stay a tale of rich history and modern allure.
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The Saguaro
The Saguaro in Palm Springs wins the best pool category by hosting free pool parties on the weekends, complete with DJs spinning. This is the ultimate poolside environment with lounge chairs, cabanas, and large yellow umbrellas. The vibe here is vibrant and colorful, with a retro feel that is perfect for a fun getaway in Palm Springs. The space is also ideal for a midweek yoga session. There are two on-site restaurants – El Jefe for Mexican fare and American comfort food at the poolside. Looking for someone to meet? There are tons of out-of-town visitors as well as locals at this hotel!
1800 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 thesaguaro.com
Weekend Palm Springs
Weekend Palm Springs is a mid-century-modern boutique hotel situated in the posh Old Las Palmas district. Here, the newest eateries and pubs in the North End of Town are only a short stroll away. You can get downtown with stores and food options by taking a 20-minute walk or a 5-minute drive. They feature a suite that has a king bedroom, master bathroom, walk-in closet, queen bedroom, master bath, and living room with a personal back terrace and a pool. Families and large groups will feel comfortable in their spacious accommodations. Pets are also welcome but with specific policies.
111 S Vía Las Palmas, Palm Springs, CA 92262 theweekendpalmsprings.com
Dive Palm Springs
Dive Palm Springs welcomes you to a magical 11-room petite boutique resort inspired by the French Riviera of the 1960s. A restored original Libott pool, lush grounds, and meticulous details may all be found here. They also include creative murals, luxurious bedding, rainfall showers, and amusing decorations without a TV in sight. The rooms here are bright, airy, and roomy with private patios. One of them even has its own hot tub. Apart from the koi pond and an orchard, the resort also has a garden where a 15-foot seat encircles a group of imposing palm trees where you can lounge and relax.
1586 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 divepalmsprings.com
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The Willows Historic Palm Springs
The Willows Historic Palm Springs Inn is a luxurious boutique hotel that offers guests a three-course gourmet breakfast and evening wine and hors d’oeuvres. The inn has seventeen guest rooms, each with its own private balcony or terrace. The Willows Inn is also a historic property, holding a Class 1 historic designation.
412 W Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 thewillowspalmsprings.com
Avalon Hotel Palm Springs
Avalon Hotel Palm Springs is the modern desert hideaway, which is tucked away in the old downtown palm springs design district. The eclectic selection of 70 Spanish-style guestrooms at the venerable Avalon Hotel & Bungalows Palm Springs includes romantic studios and 13 private villas, three swimming pools, as well as a wellness spa. The famed Melvyn’s Restaurant & Casablanca Lounge at their sister hotel Ingleside Inn is just a few steps away. Relax all afternoon in a cabana, rest in the spa, enjoy a meal with us poolside, or make it an evening there. If you want seclusion and total relaxation, choose Avalon Hotel Palm Springs.
415 South Belardo Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262 avalon-hotel.com
Colony Palms Hotel
Colony Palms Hotel originally opened in 1936, originally known as the Colonial House, under the direction of designer/hotelier Steve Hermann. Today, the Colony Palms Hotel is completely redesigned to become one of hotel California’s top luxury boutique hotels. The Colony Palms has recently had a multimillion-dollar restoration that has totally repaired and improved every surface so that you may enjoy it the way it was always meant to be. Guaranteed pure indulgence, they have 57 completely renovated guest rooms are dispersed across 3 acres of lush landscaping. Enjoy Italian Frette linens, pillows, and robes as you drift off to sleep. You will undoubtedly recharge and feel revitalized whether you select one of their quaint bungalows or one of their charming rooms in the main structure. The Colony Club, their signature restaurant, will be serving re-imagined classic Californian fare. They accept adults only, ages 18 and over.
572 N. Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262 colonypalmshotel.com
Korakia Pensione
The Korakia Pensione offers a distinctive and tranquil retreat from everyday life. Korakia, designed to resemble a pensione in the Mediterranean style, combines Tangier’s outline with a hint of the sea. Korakia Pensione will give you an experience of the modern Moroccan & Mediterranean Villa. Enjoy a hearty breakfast in the Moroccan courtyard to start the day, or simply relax poolside, practice yoga for health, or treat yourself to a spa treatment in their wellness offerings. They also have a library lounge for the bookworms. Swim in one of their two saltwater pools with views of the San Jacinto Mountains that are heated (seasonally depending). The Moroccan villa’s stunningly designed courtyard is where the charming pool is located. The pool is exquisitely constructed, with a stone infinity edge and fire pits all around. They have a bazaar that offers a multicultural Mediterranean market experience. You can also take a ride through the neighborhood on one of their stylish cruiser bikes. Korakia assumes its wonderful persona and ambiance every evening as every night, its staff lights hundreds of candles and lanterns.
257 S. Patencio Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262 korakia.com
Alcazar Palm Springs
Alcazar is a 34-room boutique with a zen-like oasis right in the heart of the cultural center known as the Uptown Design District. At Alcazar, each room is distinct and noteworthy, with imported Italian linens, flat-screen TVs, fireplaces, and a pool. Grab a drink and spend some time swimming with your friends or relax on your private patio while reading your favorite book. If you’re in a swim club, you will enjoy swimming in Alcazar’s pool while seeing the clear sky and the magnificent San Jacinto Mountains. You can also get a drink and meet up with friends in their lush courtyard to observe the entrancing desert night sky. Attached to Alcazar are Cheeky’s and Birba’s. Enjoy cocktails and Italian cuisine at Cheeky’s, one of Southern California’s most popular breakfast/brunch destinations. You can also hold events here like weddings and birthdays. Also available: 24 hr. parking, unlimited wireless internet, coffee, espresso, tea, juice, fresh pastries daily, and Townie Bikes for exploring the neighborhood.
622 Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262 alcazarpalmsprings.com
Sparrows Lodge
Receiving Travel & Leisure’s accolade of Top 500 Hotels of 2022, Sparrows Lodge is a completely restored 1950s retreat. The Lodge’s community barn, outdoor fire pit, vegetable garden, rooms, and fine art collection, which includes pieces by Ruscha, Kelly, Katz, and Baldessari, all have a modern rustic feel. The 20 rooms (Poolside, Garden Room, The Cabin, Owner’s Suite) have Grown Alchemist bath products, exposed beam ceilings, concrete flooring with inlaid pebbles, handcrafted furniture, soft pillow-top mattresses with sumptuous Italian linens, and one-of-a-kind artwork. Many of their bathrooms have horse trough bathtubs in addition to rain showers. Private patios are found in most rooms. Ceiling fans and A/C are provided in each room. The absence of televisions and phones creates a relaxed and uncomplicated atmosphere in the rooms. You can eat at The Barn Kitchen, which transforms traditional American dishes by incorporating small local farms and the distinctive characteristics of the desert, with a focus on influences from the adjacent Coachella Valley. Sparrows Lodge has a humble open-air massage tent with 2 treatment areas designed to make the experience unique and make you feel like you are a part of their outdoor gardens. In-room massage is also available.
1330 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264 sparrowslodge.com
L’Horizon Resort & Spa
A luxury resort, L’Horizon Resort & Spa claims true exclusivity amid private settings on 3 acres of gorgeously maintained desert grounds. Their 25 bungalows are individually created with carefully chosen materials and finishes to resemble opulent private mansions. Bungalows feature private patios, exposed wood posts, beam ceilings mixed with Chevron curtains, a contemporary marble bathroom, deluxe and premium pools, and fireplaces to create a uniquely luxurious experience. Experience a spectacular environment exclusively, thanks to the majestic mountain background that frames the artistically planned landscapes. Enjoy the spa with one of their many services- massages, body treatments, and aromatherapy. Dine at the dramatic, elegant, and cozy restaurant SO•PA which offers a distinctive outdoor eating experience. This Steve Hermann-designed setting is the most unusual restaurant in the desert, complete with fire pits and fountains. You can also have access to breakfast, lunch, and dinner at their pool bar and through in-room dining. All visitors to L’Horizon Resort and Spa must be at least 21 years old. They also have a no pets policy.
1050 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264 lhorizonpalmsprings.com
Villa Royale
Villa Royale is an adults-only, free-spirited retreat located in the Coachella Valley at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains. It is a resort with 38 colorful, airy villas, beautiful grounds, multiple courtyards, three pools, and a large grassy lawn that appeals to those who seek the desert for its beauty, sense of escape, and free-spirited atmosphere. These features are hidden beneath terra cotta clay roofing. Old Californian architecture, chic vintage decor, gorgeous artwork, and first-rate guest service combine to create the constantly cool and quirky hotel. Live out your California dreams as you laze by the pool and take in the spellbinding vistas of the desert mountains. Del Rey, a cozy bar and restaurant in Villa Royale, has a 12-seat wood and marble bar, tufted green vinyl booths, and an outdoor terrace with a fireplace perfect for indulging in their delectable fare and beverages. Villa Royale is perfect for weddings, alfresco dinners, and entertainment functions.
1620 S Indian Trail, Palm Springs, CA 92264 provenancehotels.com
Holiday House Palm Springs
Holiday House is one of the best boutique hotels in the heart of Palm Springs. The 28-room hotel was created by renowned architect Herbert W. Burns and debuted in 1951. Each of the rooms has undergone a comprehensive renovation and now includes Waterworks bathroom fixtures, an enormous shower, custom textiles, a collection of carefully chosen artwork, a large minibar with a wide variety of alcoholic beverages, and Cowshed bathroom products. The Pantry, which is open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and serves their version of traditional, straightforward “Americana” cuisine, includes a straightforward continental breakfast in your room that includes homemade bread and pastries, fruit, yogurt, granola, cheese, and charcuterie. Holiday House proudly offers free Vittoria coffee. Their bar serves a comprehensive selection of wine, beer, and spirits. The absence of televisions in Holiday House’s rooms helps foster a sense of community. Note this is an adults-only hotel and requires a minimum of 21 years or older to check in.
200 W Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 holidayhouseps.com
Desert Riviera
Desert Riviera Hotel is an award-winning mid-century modern-style boutique hotel designed by Herbert W. Burns, located in sunny Coachella Valley, Palm Springs, California. The grounds are beautifully designed, complete with soaring palm palms and stunning flowers. Relax in their perfectly heated pool, Jacuzzi, or just put your feet up by one of the fire pits with hummingbirds and stunning San Jacinto Mountain views nearby. Your visit will be even more memorable than before because of the spacious, vibrant rooms that offer a mid-century Hollywood vibe. Each space is equipped with a kitchenette or full kitchen, cozy furniture in a European design, spotless original bathrooms from the 1950s, and easy access to the courtyard pool. Evenings provide a lovely romantic atmosphere with candlelight, soothing music, and starry skies. Enjoy preparing meals on their outdoor/poolside BBQ grills or their outdoor pizza oven. They also provide a wide range of other free services, like bicycles, golf clubs, continental breakfast, locally roasted coffee from Koffi, afternoon popcorn, daily newspaper, Lyft airport pickup & dropoff, high-speed WiFi, DVD rentals, and much more. The Desert Riviera Hotel has traditionally catered to those looking for a romantic getaway, a get-together of close friends, or just some time to themselves.
610 E Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA desertrivierahotel.com
La Serena Villas
This historic hotel dates back to 1933 and is located in the center of downtown Palm Springs on more than an acre of beautifully manicured grounds. It is a short stroll from the renowned Palm Canyon Drive, which is home to some of the city’s top eateries, shops, and art galleries. Award-winning architect May Sung completely renovated a luxury hotel in 2016 with all the contemporary amenities of a 5-star hotel. The interior design firm Avenue Interior Design has meticulously chosen each piece of furniture and all the materials and finishes. The San Jacinto Mountains, a magnificent background, serve as the setting for this opulent boutique hotel. Each of the exclusive, secluded villas has its own patio with a fire pit, a claw-foot tub, and built-in chairs. Your perfect Palm Springs retreat can be created by using any of their 18 guest rooms, the Whispers spa, the restaurant, the bar, or the rooftop lounge.
339 South Belardo Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262 laserenavillas.com
Ace Hotel & Swim Club
Ace Hotel is a modern mid-century desert oasis with two deep pools, a spa, and an open space, located at Palm Canyon Drive. You get to choose your preferred suite, either a simple one, one with a patio, one with a fireplace, and one with a patio and a garden. Indulge in sumptuous food at King’s Highway or The Amigo Room, allowing you to experience the bohemian spirit of the wide-open west. King’s Highway is open for indoor and outdoor patio dining 7 am-10 pm, 7 days a week. Amigo Room is open Sundays to Thursdays 2-11 pm and Fridays to Saturdays 2-12 pm. You can also treat yourself at their Feel Good Spa using organic botanicals manufactured from pure, natural materials. In the spa, you can experience calming surroundings, massages and other treatments, and steam rooms. The treatments can be scheduled for an individual or a large group and are both indulgent and practical, with an emphasis on the enjoyable enhancement of health.
701 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264 acehotel.com/palm-springs
Palm Springs is a great place to stay if you’re looking for a luxurious and relaxing experience. The different hotels offer a variety of amenities, so you can find the perfect one for your needs. Whether you want to relax by the pool or take advantage of the spa services, there’s something for everyone in this charming city.
