Palm Springs Hotel Pools with Day Passes, Cabanas & Loungers

Looking to beat the desert heat in style? Palm Springs is home to some of the most luxurious and inviting hotel pools in the country—and many offer day passes, cabanas, and daybeds for locals and visitors alike. Whether you're planning a relaxing solo retreat, a fun day with friends, or a romantic escape, this guide will help you find the perfect poolside experience in Palm Springs.

Ace Hotel & Swim Club

Vibe: Retro-chic & bohemian
Lounge poolside, soak in the hot tub, or refuel with cool cocktails and California fare from Kings Highway and the pool bar. Expect live music and laid-back vibes.

  • Day Pass: From $38

  • Daybed: $131

  • Standard Cabana: $190

  • Perks: Hot tub, towel service, lockers, fitness center, WiFi

  • Food/Drink: Poolside dining + Kings Highway

  • Adults 21+ only

Outdoor swimming pool area at a modern hotel with people relaxing on sun loungers, palm trees, and mountainous background under a clear blue sky.

Arrive Palm Springs

Vibe: Adults-only, social, stylish
Float in the heated pool, sip cocktails by fire pits, and snack on bites from Palm Canyon Swim & Social. Don’t miss the on-site ice cream parlor and Cartel Coffee Lab.

  • Day Pass: From $54

  • Cabanas: $272, private, shaded, includes Prosecco, fruit plate, towel service, WiFi.

  • Hours: 7 am – 9 pm

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Avalon Hotel & Bungalows

Vibe: Romantic & serene garden escape
Relax by one of three sparkling pools, explore lush gardens, or nap by the spa. Chi Chi serves fresh California cuisine and tropical drinks in coconut shells.

  • Day Pass: From $27

  • Perks: 3 pools, 2 hot tubs, fire pits, WiFi

  • Hours: 8 am–8 pm

  • Adults 21+ only

avalon pool

Casa Cody

Vibe: Historic, quiet, and charming
Swim beneath the bougainvillea and mountain views. Enjoy a light Mediterranean menu from The Market, which emphasizes sustainability.

  • Day Pass: $38 adults / $33 kids

  • Perks: Hot tub, towel service, locker room, tea, WiFi, picnic area

  • Hours: 10 am - 8 pm

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Desert Rivera Hotel

Vibe: Hidden gem with retro flair
Relax among wildflowers and palms with views of the San Jacintos. Enjoy a French press coffee from Koffi and a welcome drink upon arrival.

  • Day Pass: From $44

  • Perks: Towel service, coffee, welcome drink

  • Hours: 10 am - 7 pm

  • Adults 21+ only

Outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain in the background on a sunny day.

Dive Palm Springs

Vibe: Intimate, boutique, and sophisticated
Unplug in this chic oasis with poolside cocktails and bites from Bar Lulu. A shaded Lulu Cabana is available for couples.

  • LuLu Cabana: $163, max two people, includes towels and a complimentary bottle of Rose.

  • Hours: 10 am – 6 pm

  • Adults 21+ only

Dive Palm Springs pool

Drift Palm Springs

Vibe: Trendy with Baja flair
Relax with views, DJs (seasonal), and food from Maleza. Enjoy mezcal cocktails and vibrant Baja cuisine in this modern hangout.

  • Day Pass: From $27 for one person or $38 for two adults.

  • Cabana: $217

  • Perks: Towels, WiFi

  • Hours: 11 am - 7 pm

  • Adults 21+ only

Drift Hotel pool

Fleur Noire Hotel

Vibe: Romantic boutique retreat
Fleur Noire charms with its 21 floral-adorned casitas, a heated pool, vintage bikes, lawn games, and a hidden speakeasy rosé bar behind pink clubhouse doors 

  • Day Pass: From $33, includes towel service

  • Extra Perks:

Speakeasy rosé bar “La Boisson” (open 10 am–10 pm) 

Complimentary breakfast pantry (croissants, coffee, fruit, snacks)

  • Hours: 10 am - 6 pm

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Holiday House Palm Springs

Vibe: Artful & upscale retro retreat
Surrounded by greenery and bold blue accents, enjoy dining from The Pantry and play lawn games after your dip.

  • Day Pass: From $54, includes towel service

  • Cabana: $217, seats up to six guests, includes sparkling wine

  • Hours: 10 am – 6 pm

  • Adults 21+ only

Couple women walking by the pool at Holiday House.

Hotel ZOSO

Vibe: Fun & festive
Great for a party or chill midweek break. Expect music, poolside cocktails, and all-day dining with a twist.

  • Day Pass: $25 adults / $5 kids

  • Cabanas & Daybeds: For groups, F&B minimum required

  • Hours: 9 am–5 pm

Hotel Zoso pool area

Hyatt Palm Springs

Vibe: Family-friendly with fun extras
Lounge poolside, hit the gym, or challenge someone to chess or cornhole. Enjoy dining from HooDoo and SHARE Bistro.

  • Day Pass: $38 adults / $33 kids

  • Cabanas: $163, seats 6, optional day room with TV and desk

  • Perks: Towels, fitness center

  • Hours: 9 am - 8 pm

hyatt palm springs pool

Ingleside Estate

Vibe: Old Hollywood elegance
Relax in hammocks, soak in the hot tub, and enjoy meals from the iconic Melvyn’s poolside.

  • Day Pass: From $27 

  • Perks: Hot tub, hammocks, fire pit, ping pong, WiFi

  • Hours: 8 am - 8 pm

  • Adults 21+ only

pool at Ingleside Inn

Korakia Pensione

Vibe: Romantic, adults‑only boutique escape
A Moroccan‑Mediterranean hideaway nestled at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains. Think candlelit courtyards, vintage daybeds, lush gardens, fire pits, and nightly outdoor movies—luxury with a soul.

  • Day Pass: From $65 grants access to two heated saltwater pools, towel service, and poolside food & drink service

  • Daybed: $163 for two guests. 

  • Hours: 8 am - 10 pm

  • Adults 18+ only

Korakia Pensione palm springs pool

Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs

Vibe: Elevated rooftop experience
Rooftop pool with panoramic views and stylish cabanas. Sip cocktails from High Bar or dine at the hotel’s acclaimed restaurants.

  • Daybed: $435 (seats 4) until 5 pm, $381 after 5 pm. Include a $200 F&B credit and a bottle of bubbly wine.

  • Deluxe Cabana: $653, includes sofa seating and two lounge chairs. Include a $300 F&B credit, a bottle of bubbly wine, 6 Red Bulls, and a fruit platter. $544 after 5 pm.

  • Hours: 10 am - 10:30 pm

view from rooftop at the rowan

Renaissance Palm Springs

Vibe: Spacious & lively
Relax by one of the city’s largest pools. Grab bites from Date restaurant or sip cocktails at Rocks lounge.

  • Day Pass: $54 adults / $27 kids

  • Perks: Towels, showers, pool bar

  • Hours: 8 am–8 pm

renaissance pool

Riviera Resort & Spa

Vibe: Glamorous retro-chic with Hollywood history

  • Day Pass: Starting at $49 for adults and children

  • Daybeds: $201 for two guests, includes water, chips, and salsa

  • Cabana: $489 for six guests, includes water, fruit plate, and bottle of champagne

  • Extras: Enjoy poolside cocktails and bites from the bar, indulge in a treatment at the on-site spa (available for booking separately), or explore vintage glam details throughout the expansive resort grounds.

riviera palm springs pool

Royal Sun Palm Springs

Vibe: Serene mid-century boutique retreat
Nestled where Palm Canyon Drive meets San Jacinto Mountain views, Royal Sun combines modern comfort with desert charm. Enjoy a stylish pool house, lounge area, and pet-friendly atmosphere . Enjoy access to High Moon Pool Bar & Restaurant for poolside food and cocktails.

  • Day Pass: From $44, includes chaise lounge, towel service, and Wi‑Fi.

  • Cabana: From $272 for up to four people with private shaded seating, lounge-style comfort, and dedicated service. Includes bottled water and a bottle of sparkling wine.

  • Sun Lounger: Starting at $54 — premium lounge chair option 

  • Hours: 11 am – 4 pm

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The Skylark

Vibe: Midcentury modern revival
Simple, stylish, and affordable. A chill space to tan, swim, and unwind.

  • Day Pass: $27 for adults and kids

  • Cabana: $163 for two guests, includes complimentary beverages

  • Hours: 10 am – 7 pm

An outdoor swimming pool at a hotel with people relaxing in and around the pool, surrounded by palm trees with mountainous scenery in the background. Sun loungers and umbrellas line the poolside, and a two-story hotel building flanks the pool area.

The Cole Hotel

Vibe: Adults-only, midcentury modern sanctuary
Tucked in a charming Uptown spot, The Cole combines retro Palm Springs style with a tranquil, sophisticated ambiance. Lounge by the pool surrounded by palm trees and desert vistas, and sip modern cocktails in the stylish outdoor lounge 

  • Day Pass: From $22 — includes pool access, hot tub, towel and drink service, and food service 

  • Cabana: Private cabanas available; enjoy shaded seating, personal server, and VIP poolside comfort 

  • Hours & Extras: Pool is open 10 am–10 pm daily; Freddie’s Kitchen serves evening bites (Wed–Mon, 5–9 pm) 

  • Adults 21+ only

Thompson Palm Springs

Vibe: Chic mid-century urban oasis
Set in the vibrant Uptown Design District, Thompson offers two stylish outdoor pools—a sun-drenched hideaway perfect for lounging—and lively poolside music and cocktails 

  • Day Pass: $64, includes access to pools, loungers, towel service

  • Cabana: $430, private, shaded cabana with premium seating, towel service, and personal server

  • Extras: Access to Pool Club Bar, plus proximity to award-winning Middle Eastern dining and boutique shops

Thompson Hotel: A vibrant resort pool area with guests lounging and swimming, surrounded by palm trees and modern architecture, set against a backdrop of mountains under a clear sky.

The Colony Palms Hotel and Bungalows

Vibe: Bold, luxurious & exclusive
Lounge by the pool with dramatic views and enjoy fine dining at The Colony Club.

  • Day Pass: From $109 with towel service and WiFi

  • Daybeds: $326 for two guests. 

  • Cabana: $544 for up to five guests. Includes dedicated cabana service and bottled water.

  • Hours: 9 am–5 pm

  • Adults 18+ only

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The Muse Hotel

Vibe: Adults-only (21+), modern-retro boutique escape
Tucked just minutes from downtown, The Muse offers laid-back elegance with a charming courtyard featuring a heated pool, pergola swings, and outdoor fireplace—ideal for romantic afternoons or small social gatherings.

  • Day Pass: From $44, towel service, and lounge seating.

  • Day Room: $92+ — choose a space to change, nap, or work between swims. Includes a day pass for two.

  • Extras: Complimentary water, juice, snacks

  • Hours: 11 am - 7 pm

  • Adults 21+ only

The Muse Hotel pool in Palm Springs

The Saguaro Palm Springs

Vibe: Vibrant, colorful, and playful
Known for its bold colors and buzzy energy. Great for groups and socializing.

  • Day Pass: $27 adults / $22 kids (towels not included)

  • Standard Daybed: $54, poolside $109

  • Cabanas: $245, seats 10, includes mini fridge, TV, special menu. $125 F&B Credit

  • Hours: 11 am–10 pm

The Saguaro Palm Springs pool and exterior

Josh Cho Photography

The Velvet Rope

Vibe: Glamorous and tucked away
An adults-only boutique experience in Old Las Palmas. Enjoy champagne and fruit poolside from Bar Valerie.

  • Day Pass: From $27

  • Daybed: $109 for two guests.

  • Premium Cabana: $217 for up to four guests. Includes bottled water and a dedicated server.

  • Hours: 12 pm – 4 pm

  • Adults 21+ only

The velvet rope

V Palm Springs

Vibe: Laid-back with tiki vibes
Relax poolside with a cocktail from ELIXIR and enjoy views of the San Jacintos.

  • Day Pass: From $54

  • Cabanas: $435, seats 6, includes rosé wine

  • Hours: 7 am–5 pm

  • Ages 21+ only

A sunny poolside area with numerous sun loungers lined up next to a calm blue swimming pool, shaded by orange umbrellas, with palm trees and a mountain range in the background.

Yara Hotel

Vibe: Laid-back and tranquil vibes
Relax poolside in this reimagined Spanish-style boutique resort with Mediterranean charm.

  • Day Pass: $44

  • Hours: 11 am – 6 pm

  • Adults 21+ only

Yara Hotel Front

The Spa at Sec-he

Vibe: Sacred wellness retreat + luxury spa
Built atop the Agua Caliente Tribe’s hot mineral spring, Séc‑he redefines relaxation with its holistic, culture-rooted experience. It's Palm Springs’ premier spa destination.

  • Day Pass (“Taking of the Waters”): $125 Mon–Thu, $155 Fri–Sun/holidays 

  • Includes: Private 15-minute mineral spring soak in a bathhouse, full access to geothermal pools, whirlpools, zero-edge plunge pool, fitness center, eucalyptus steam room, menthol sauna, cold showers, halotherapy salt caves, vibrational and zero-gravity loungers, tranquility garden, locker rooms with robes/slippers 

  • Extras: Optional add-ons like CBD masks, IV therapy, and facials (~$200+) grant spa admission automatically

  • Cabanas & Daybeds: Four luxe cabanas (up to 6 ppl) with daybeds, teak furnishings, misters, mini-fridge—perfect for groups 

  • Dining: Málmal Café (Mediterranean-inspired) & Pál Bar poolside, smoothies, snacks 

  • Hours: Spa 8 am–7 pm, Café 7 am–6 pm

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Pro Tips for Booking Your Day Pass

  • Reserve early! Many day passes and cabanas sell out, especially on weekends.

  • Day Rooms: Many resorts offer Day Room reservations when reserving a pool pass, often much less than the cost of an overnight stay.

  • Adults-only? Some spots prohibit teens/children—check age restrictions.

  • Food & drink minimums apply at some cabanas; clarify in advance.

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