There are over 200 hotels in Palm Springs, everything from bed and breakfast to full service luxury spas and resorts. A partial list is provided below. For a town of only about 50 thousand people there are quite a few hotels to choose from.
Prices listed below range from a low price of single occupancy/off season to a high price of double occupancy/holidays/ weekends. The prices vary considerably depending on the season. If you have stayed at any of these hotels or others not listed here, please send Dave your comments. Prices are subject to change without notice.
All phone numbers are in the 760 area code unless otherwise noted.
Aqua Soleil Hotel and Mineral Water Spa is located in North Palm Springs at 14500 Palm Drive – about 25 minutes from downtown Palm Springs. Plenty of parking on site and a very friendly staff. This 3-story resort is built around an interior courtyard which contains a decent sized swimming pool and an indoor and outdoor jacuzzi.
For colder weather months an indoor “sun” room features comfortable chairs and lounges with ample windows. Rooms are clean and comfortable – nothing fancy and are priced quite reasonably. This property is a very good value for the money. In a location on Palm Drive that is not to built up yet – plenty of open desert views. Spa on site. Day use rate of their mineral water pools and courtyard is also available on weekdays. For more information visit: www.aquasoleilhotel.com
Avalon Palm Springs formerly the Estrella Inn at Palm Springs. Price $99-325 Rated 3 stars Located just west of highway 111, off of South Palm Canyon Drive at 415 South Belardo Road. (760) 320-4117. Also operates a property in Beverly Hills. For more info visit their website: www.avalon-hotel.com/palm-springs 
Best Western Inn at Palm Springs. Price $59 to $179. Rated: 3 stars Located 1.5 miles south at jct East Palm Canyon Drive. 1633 South Palm Canyon Drive. Offers the only 24/7 pool, spa and sundeck (although during the night you will be moonlighting it here). Phone: (760) 325-9177
Decent sized rooms – each comes with a refrigerator and a microwave. Less then 10 minutes from the Palm Springs International Airport.
- Best Western Las Brisas Hotel. Price $59 to $229 Rated: 3 stars Located at 222 South Indian Canyon Drive. About a 10 minute walk from the Palm Springs Art Museum. Less then 3 miles from the Palm Springs International Airport. Features an outdoor heated pool with a hot tub as well as a poolside bar. Mediterranean styled architecture. (760) 325-4372
Caliente Tropics is located at 411 E Palm Canyon Dr. Good value for the money, this budget hotel features a pleasing interior space with a pool and plenty of palm trees. Lots of room to spread out and relax.
Very Polynesian in feel. Lots of history here involving some well known celebrities. Opened in 1964 and has hosted folks like Elvis Presley, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr and the Rat Pack. Rooms are Polynesian-influenced.
Cambridge Inn is located at 1277 S Palm Canyon Dr. Offers an outdoor pool and hot tub in a courtyard surrounded by the two story buildings. Rooms are basic and dated. Wifi may not work well. Very budget motel.
- Courtyard Palm Springs. Price $89 to $199 Rated: 3 stars Located 1 mile east of Indian Canyon Drive at 1300 Tahquitz Canyon way. Visit: www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-photos/pspch-courtyard-palm-springs (760) 322-6100
- Coyote Inn is located at 234 S. Patencio Road. Visit: www.coyoteinn.net
Days Inn Palm Springs is located at 1983 N Palm Canyon Dr. This 4 acre property is located only a mile from downtown and less then 10 minutes from the Palm Springs International Airport.
Enjoy patio or balcony views of their garden, pool or the backdrop of the San Jacinto Mountains. Their pool is Olympic size – also a hot tub on site and a fitness center. Don’t want to leave the property for food – don’t! Stop by Rick’s Restaurant. Visit: www.daysinnpalmsprings.com
Desert Lodge Palm Springs is located at 1177 S Palm Canyon Dr. Distinctive lobby with it’s A-frame roof. Features an outdoor pool, sundeck and hot tub.
About a mile to the downtown area. A lovely spot for travelers on a budget.
- Hampton Inn. Price $65-105 Rated 3 stars Located 1.5 miles north at 2000 North Palm Canyon Drive. (760) 320-0555
Hotel California yes, there is actually a hotel by this name and it is in Palm Springs! Address: 424 E Palm Canyon Dr. This Spanish style mission looking building features 14 rooms and a lush courtyard with a heated pool. Off street parking is available.
Husband and wife owned, originally built in 1942. Use this has home base for lots of activities – simply relax around the pool all day, or use their bikes for nearby exploring. A guest library is on site (contains a number of games for kids and adults) or use their ourdoor BBQs. Fire pit and outdoor cigar lounge available. Visit: www.palmspringshotelcalifornia.com
Hyatt Palm Springs. Price $85 to $300. Rated 3 stars Located at 285 North Palm Canyon Drive only 5 minutes from the airport. This is the “big” hotel located downtown; you can’t miss seeing this property as you drive down North Palm Canyon Drive. Address: 285 North Palm Canyon Drive.
Provides free transportation to and from the Palm Springs International Airport. Good spot for holding meetings – 12,000 square feet of space. The HooDoo restaurant is on site. All rooms have private balconies. (760) 322-9000 Website: http://palmsprings.hyatt.com
- Ingleside Inn is a very exclusive celebrity style resort located at 200 West Ramon Road. Rates from $100 to $600 a day. Visit: www.inglesideinn.com
- Marriott’s Desert Springs Resort & Spa is well worth the trip. The Lakeview Restaurant is located here. The prices are fairly good and the desert is delicious. One of the highlights of this hotel is the boat ride between the hotel and the restaurant. This hotel has 884 rooms. Their prices in the winter range from $235 to $330. Their summer rates are a bit cheaper and they range from $94 to $230. (760) 341-2211 Website: www.desertspringsresort.com
Motel 6 Palm Springs is located at 660 S Palm Canyon Dr. Year round outdoor pool and small hot tub. Quiet property with plenty of parking. About a mile from the Moorten Botanical Garden and not that far from the Indian Canyons. Good value.
- Palm Mountain Resort. Price $59 to $185. Rated 3 stars Located just west of Palm Canyon Drive at 155 South Belardo. (760) 325-1301 Visit: www.palmmountainresort.com
- Palm Springs Marquis Resort. Price $95 to $189 Rated: 3 stars Located 1/2 of a block south of Tahquitz Canyon Way at 150 South Indian Canyon Drive. (760) 322-2121
Quality Inn Resort. Price $59 to $169 Rated: 3 stars Located 2.3 miles south east on Palm Canyon Drive at 1269 East Palm Canyon Drive. Triple A rates are available. (760) 323-2775
This pet friendly hotel is located less then 2 miles from downtown. A fitness center, a nice heated outdoor swimming pool and a hot tub are located on site surrounded by the two-story building. Remember the Carrows restaurant chain? They have one on site. Not far from the base of the mountains.
Royal Sun is located at 1700 S Palm Canyon Dr. Very short walk to the Moorten Botanical Gardens. Located in a residential neighborhood – very quiet setting. Good value for the price.
Easy access to Indian Canyons by car – as you are a short drive from the entrance. Free breakfast buffet continental style (make your own waffles). Pool and hot tub available. BBQ area on site.
The Palm Springs Hotel is a modern chic happening resort property located north of downtown at 2135 N Palm Canyon Dr. Popular with young people. Located about 3,000 feet south of the Palm Springs Visitors Center at the corner of Palm Canyon and Tram Way.
A unique property where rooms are artistic and named and themed after famous singers or actors. Only 15 rooms. Nice pool, fire pits and Jacuzzi. Visit: www.thepalmspringshotel.com
The New Palm Springs Inn is located at 2525 North Palm Canyon Drive. Features 28 air-conditioned rooms, each room contains a microwave and a refrigerator. A local convenience store makes for easy access to basic groceries and supplies (ie 7/11). Outdoor pool. About a 2,000 foot walk to the Palm Springs Visitor’s Centre.
Fairly easy access to the Palm Springs Tramway – either driving or a long all uphill walk. Located “uptown” Palm Springs.
- The Willows Gorgeous small luxury hotel. Visit: www.thewillowspalmsprings.com
Vagabond Inn. Price $49 to $129 Rated: 2 stars Located 1.5 miles south at junction of East Palm Canyon Drive, 1699 south Palm Canyon Drive.
Sizable pool with an adjoining hot tub. Easy access to the Moorten Botanical Garden. Located about a mile from downtown. Complimentary continental breakfast for all guests. Phone: (760) 325-7211 or visit: www.vagabondinn.com/vagabond-inn-palm-springs
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