Top 10 Palm Springs Boutique Hotels

While our first choice offers its guests a Mediterrenean-style destination, our #2 Palm Springs Boutique Hotel takes you back to the 1920s with its distinct Spanish Colonial feel. Just a short stroll from downtown Palm Springs, Alcazar Palm Springs is a fabulous vacation escape.

The privately gated grounds of Alcazar Palm Springs makes you feel like you're leaving behind the outside world and entering a new space of relaxation, indulgence, and comfort. Their thirty-two unique guestrooms and suites are all hand-painted and refelct the adobe style of old Palm Springs. Featuring fireplaces, private terraces, and in-room jacuzzis, they are the perfect home away from home. Onsite you'll find two adjacent restaurants that are sure to tempt your tastebuds during your stay: Cheeky's is ideal for breakfast and lunch, while Birba calls for evening cocktails and pizza. Alcazar Palm Springs is located where Uptown Art & Design Gallery District and downtown Palm Springs meet, offering you the ultimate vacation experience. You're truly just minutes away from antique shops, art galleries, restaurants, and more, so there's no reason not to head out and explore the area. And afterwards, you can return to the hotel and enjoy a relaxing soak in their chlorine-free saline swimming pool, or in the 6-person jacuzzi spa. At Alcazar Palm Springs you are able to completely and totally surrender to a peaceful, soothing getaway.

Address

Alcazar Palm Springs 622 North Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262

Related Onsite Offerings

Alcazar Palm Springs offers two luxurious onsite dining options: Cheeky's and Birba. Make sure to visit them both during your stay!

An iconic destination for the most famous of Hollywood stars including Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Jim Morrison, the Movie Colony Hotel was created in 1935 in this incredible location that still maintains the glamor of yesteryear for all its guests of today.

This 16-room boutique hotel presents luxury and elegance in a comfortable and relaxed manner that is sure to capture you from the moment you arrive. Your charming accommodation offers incredible 400 thread count bedding and Aveda bath products, plus free wireless internet and flat screen televisions to make you feel right at home. Indulge in their complimentary continental breakfast every morning. And in the evenings they offer an exceptional boutique wine service around the firepit so you can simply sit back as you sip your drink, take in the magnificent views, and feel like one of the many celebrities that once called this area home. Downtown Palm Springs is just minutes away from Movie Colony Hotel, so make sure you spend a day out exploring. The adventurous traveler might enjoy hot air ballooning over the valleys, or hiking through the spectacular mountain trails and discovering the many creeks, waterfalls, and streams. Palm Springs also offers a variety of challenging golf courses, charming antique shops and galleries, and many fine dining restaurants to tempt your tastebuds. A whole world of new and exciting experiences await right here, and the Movie Colony Hotel is truly the beginning of it all!

Address

Movie Colony Hotel 726 North Indian Canyon Drive Palm Springs, California 92262

Getting there

Drive East on I-10. Take the Hwy 111 Palm Springs exit (drive 10 miles). Continue straight ahead onto N. Palm Canyon Drive (drive 1 mile). Turn Left onto E. Alejo Road (drive one block). Turn Left onto N. Indian Canyon Drive (proceed one block to the Movie Colony Hotel on the right).

Related Onsite Offerings

Movie Colony Hotel also offers a variety of luxurious townhome rentals around the property. With private curtained pool-side seating and more, it's a one-of-a-kind experience. Inquire today!

Another golden-era Hollywood icon is The Horizon Hotel, which as our #4 destination presents its mid-century modern architecture as a vacation of understated luxury, comfort, and charm.

The Horizon Hotel was originally designed in 1952 by renown architect William Cody for the television producer of Lassie and The Lone Ranger, Jack Wrather, and his wife, Bonita Granville, the child star of the Nancy Drew series of films. Steeped in an incredible Hollywood history, this boutique hotel makes you feel like a celebrity yourself, visiting during the prime years of Hollywood itself. From its artistic, modern architecture and range of luxurious accommodations and amenities, there isn't a moment where you'll feel out of place during your stay. Here, you can truly "unwind in the desert." Whether you're soaking in the onsite pool, or reading a book out under the sunlight with a drink in hand, you'll be sure to feel the calming environment that makes The Horizon Hotel a wonderful destination. Or, if you're seeking a bit of excitement, don't forget that Palm Springs is just minutes away! Explore the boutique shops and galleries, or spend an afternoon on the greens. At The Horizon Hotel, you are able to vacation on your terms.

Address

The Horizon Hotel 1050 East Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92264

Getting there

Head south on Kirk Douglas Way, turn right toward El Cielo Rd, turn left at El Cielo Rd, take the 2nd right onto E Ramon Rd, turn left at S Sunrise Way 1.0 mi, turn right at CA-111E/East Palm Canyon Dr, destination will be on the right.

Related Onsite Offerings

The Horizon Hotel's modern design and architecture makes it a unique setting for your business event or wedding celebration. Inquire today!

Called "an oasis within the oasis that is Palm Springs" by Travel and Leisure magazine, Korakia Pensione is more than a vacation destination. It's a getaway where you can truly get away. And that's why it's our #1 must-see Palm Springs Boutique Hotel.

This Mediterranean-style hotel will enchant you from the moment you step foot on the property. The relaxed, sophisticated environment is sure to ease your worries away until you feel right at home amongst the palm trees, bright sunlight, and cool summer breeze. In the mornings you can indulge in a complimentary full-cooked breakfast in the Moroccan coutryard, then slip into the onsite pool for quiet relaxation. Korakia Pensione believes in the spirit of healing and soothing comfort, so spread out your mat in a rejuvenating yoga or meditation class. Or, please your mind, body, and soul with a massage therapy in-room or at their indoor/outdoor spa lodge. And when you're ready to venture off the property, there's an abundance of exciting activities and attractions waiting for you in the heart of Palm Springs. Go on a trail ride adventure on foot or bike and explore all the natural wonders of this beautiful location. Take a hot air balloon ride over the mountains and valleys, or visit a nearby stable for an afternoon of horseback riding lessons. A variety of antique shops, art galleries, and delectable restaurants are just minutes away to discover as well! No matter what you choose to experience, the result is clear: a vacation at Korakia Pensione is truly one to remember.

Highlights

The spa at Korakia Pensione features exquisite Essence Maker Aromatherapy natural skin products. Blended with exotic oils used by ancient Egyptian, Roman, Greek, and Indian cultures, you'll be sure to have a truly healing spa experience.

Related Onsite Offerings

Onsite you'll find a bocce ball court, available bicycles, a library lounge, outdoor fire-pits, and evening vintage movie screenings!

Step into a world of complete and total Palm Springs relaxation at the Palm Springs Rendezvous Bed and Breakfast. This cozy getaway lets you indulge in the most important part of a vacation: yourself.

At Palm Springs Rendezvous Bed and Breakfast, nothing else matters than the comfort of a calming vacation. So start your morning with their gourmet breakfasts before settling into a chaise lounge chair in the gorgeous courtyard beside the pool. Feel the warm sunlight on your skin as you sip on one of Jack's specialty smoothies or read a book. In the afternoon, take a break and venture out into the beautiful town of Palm Springs where the palm trees and bright sunshine will welcome you to a variety of possibilities. The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is perfect for a little bit of adventure; enjoy the fantastic valley and mountain view from over 8,500 feet! Or, if you'd rather keep your feet on ground, there are many golf courses nearby to visit, plus numerous shops, museums, and galleries.

Address

Palm Springs Rendezvous 1420 North Indian Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262

Related Onsite Offerings

Indulge in a variety of exquisite appetizers and drinks from their custom built vinyl bar!

Sit back, relax, and experience the splendor of Viceroy Palm Springs, a Southern California destination that has defined luxury since the 1930s.

What better way is there to relax than with a decadent spa experience? The Estrells Spa at Viceroy Palm Springs presents an escape in the form of spa treatments; you'll truly feel like you've left this world and entered a place of comfort and healing. Their spa services are custom-tailored to meet your desires, so you will discover a complete experience that you won't find anywhere else. As Viceroy Palm Springs understands the importance of relaxation and health, you can also join their wellness classes. From yoga to pilates, they offer a variety of fitness programs to help heal your mind, body, and spirit. Viceroy Palm Springs also understands then need for thrill and adventure and that's why they encourage you to indulge in as many as possible during your stay. Palm Springs is full of exceptional activities including golf, hiking, and biking. Experience the incredible views from the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, or you can visit the natural canyons and parks yourself on a tour! However you choose to play or relax, Viceroy Palm Springs makes it easy to enjoy both - and much more!

Address

Viceroy Palm Springs 415 South Belardo Road Palm Springs, California 92262

Highlights

Citron, the onsite restaurant at Viceroy Palm Springs, offers exquisite meals by the pool, at their beautiful pavilion, or right indoors.

Related Onsite Offerings

Don't leave your furry friend behind! Viceroy Palm Springs is pet-friendly and offers pet services for your extra family member. A $175 per pet per stay fee will be added at check out.

Our #8 boutique hotel brings three important things to mind: seclusion, privacy, and peace. The charming Ingleside Inn welcomes you to an absolute Palm Springs vacation.

An official Palm Springs Historic Landmark, the Ingleside Inn presents the popular 1920s Spanish-style design and glamour of Hollywood's golden age. With past celebrity visitors such as Clark Gable and Frank Sinatra, Ingleside Inn offers timeless luxury in the heart of Palm Springs to its guests of today. Here, you can unwind under the bright, warm sunshine and palm trees beside the pool, or lounge in your elegant room with free wireless internet and breathtaking views. The award-winning Melvyn's Restaurant has been declared as "beyond comparison", so there's no question about indulging in one of their tasteful delicacies during your stay. Their world-class wine cellar is stocked with the finest of drinks to tempt you in the evenings before retreating to the pool or your room. Or, you can head to the sophisticated Casablanca Lounge from eight in the evening to enjoy the lively atmosphere of an intimate piano bar lounge with live entertainment and dancing.

Address

Ingleside Inn & Melvyn's Restaurant 200 West Ramon Road Palm Springs, CA 92264

Fun facts

Ingleside Inn was named "The Best Boutique Hotel/Inn" for 2012 in Palm Springs Life The Best of the Best.

Sleek and classy, the Ace Hotel is a 180-room hotel, spa, and resort in Palm Springs, and our #9 Palm Springs Boutique Hotel.

The laid-back atmosphere and luxury setting of Ace Hotel makes it a popular destination for all types of leisure travelers. Whether you're here with family, your sweetheart, or a group of friends, you'll find the location stellar and the onsite amenities comfortable and convenient. The Feel Good Spa at Ace Hotel is a complete organic spa experience. With pure and natural ingredients, their variety of treatments will fully relax and soothe every fiber of your being. For a delectable dining option, the King's Highway serves fresh food everyday with the best in local and organic ingredients. Ace Hotel knows how to have fun! On Sundays, head down to the pool for live DJ music, entertainment, and excitement. The Amigo Room Bar is open late and offers karaoke, bingo, and more. It's the perfect place to let loose and simply have a good time!

Address

Ace Hotel Palm Springs 701 E. Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92264

Related Onsite Offerings

Ace Hotel features a variety of packages to make your Palm Springs vacation even more special. Inquire today!

At #10 on our list of Palm Springs Boutique Hotel is the contemporary Andreas Hotel & Spa. Come experience a luxury Palm Springs getaway that you won't easily forget.

Recently nominated for the coveted Gold Nugget Award for Architecture and Design, the Andreas Hotel & Spa is sure to impress with their intricate designs and variety of luxury amenities. Starting with their spa sanctuary, the Andreas Hotel understands the importance of well-being and healing. Here, you can surrender to an incredible menu of treatments including skin care, massages, facials, and more. Or, relax beside the pool in a lounge chair during the afternoon while the sun is high in the sky. Later, grab a glass of wine or drink and watch the colors of the sky change next to the blazing outdoor fireplace. This is comfort and relaxation at its finest, and the Andreas Hotel & Spa beckons you to experience it all yourself.

Address

Andreas Hotel & Spa 227 N. Indian Canyon Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92262

Related Onsite Offerings

Enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast in Breakfast Lounge every morning when you stay at the Andreas Hotel & Spa.

Originally served as a private club for owner Al Wertheimer and his gambling pals, the Colony Palms Hotel was once a hotspot of celebrity clientele and illicit activities. Today, after an extensive renovation in 2007, it offers its guests a modern experience with a hint of the past in the heart of Palm Springs.

At Colony Palms Hotel you'll discover the legend of The Purple Gang, of which Wertheimer was a member. Their exceptional Purple Palm Restaurant honors this group of individuals with its name and intricately purple design. Here, you can indulge in a burst of flavors off their exquisite menu of dishes, drinks, and desserts. For an even deeper sense of decadence, visit the onsite Moroccan-style spa, where relaxation and luxury meet for a one-of-a-kind experience. Choose from massages, facials, and much more for both men and women. Colony Palms Hotel is moments away from all that Palm Springs has to offer. When you're not lounging onsite at the pool, or napping in your spacious accommodation, then head out and explore. Restaurants, antique shops, and boutiques are all right around the corner. And in the evenings you can return to Colony Palms for a drink or two at the Purple Palm before retreating your room for a night of quiet relaxation.

Address

Colony Palms Hotel 572 N. Indian Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262

Fun facts

After World War II, the hotel was renamed from The Colonial House to Howard Manor, when it was taken over by Robert Howard and his wife. Robert was son of Charles Howard, the renown owner of championship racehorse Seabiscuit!