Stylish Small Hotels, Iconic Design & Desert Escapes
Looking for the best boutique hotels in Palm Springs? Just a short drive from Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego, Palm Springs is one of Southern California’s top destinations for intimate, design-forward hotels that prioritize style, privacy, and relaxation.
With more boutique hotels than almost anywhere else in the region, Palm Springs is known for midcentury modern architecture, historic hideaways, lush courtyards, and adults-only retreats. These small hotels offer open-air layouts, curated interiors, and resort-style pools—without the crowds or high-rise towers.
Western Warmth & Desert Heritage
Sparrows Lodge
Once a 1950s retreat for Hollywood stars, Sparrows Lodge now offers rustic-chic sophistication with 20 exposed-beam rooms, a spacious pool, and a laid-back “The Barn Kitchen” restaurant.
Address: 1330 E Palm Canyon Drive
Old Ranch Inn
Cozy and classic, this eight-suite gem is filled with chintz and charm. Each room has French doors opening onto a tranquil garden and pool.
Address: 220 S Patencio Road
Smoke Tree Ranch
A rare Palm Springs experience: 400 private acres with 49 standalone cottages, horseback riding, hiking trails, and a massive pool. This is the classic Western experience for Palm Springs early years, when it was mostly a Western theme.
Address: 1850 Smoke Tree Lane
Midcentury Modern Marvels
The Weekend Palm Springs
A sleek, ADA-friendly boutique hotel with 10 stylish suites, private patios, and a clean-lined midcentury aesthetic.
Address: 111 S Via Las Palmas
Orbit In
A quintessential Palm Springs favorite featuring 1950s design, mountain views, poolside lounging, and the famous Orbitini cocktail.
Address: 562 West Arenas Road
L’Horizon Resort & Spa
Built in 1952, this ultra-luxury midcentury resort offers cabanas, fire pits, and refined desert glamour. Book a reservation at their on-site restaurant, SO•PA, offering a unique alfresco dining experience. The Spa is a blend of relaxed elegance, featuring white canvas cabanas, a serene indoor-outdoor setting, and private outdoor showers.
Address: 1050 East Palm Canyon Drive
Del Marcos Hotel
Designed by architect William F. Cody in 1947, this 17-room hotel is a must-stay for architecture lovers.
Address: 225 West Baristo Road
Fleur Noire Hotel
Bold murals, stylish casitas, and a speakeasy-style rosé bar bring creative energy to this restored midcentury gem.
Address: 1560 North Palm Canyon Drive
French Riviera Influence
Dive Palm Springs
Oui, s’il vous plaît! With only 11 rooms, lush gardens, and private poolside daybeds, Dive brings Côte d’Azur cool to the desert. Bonus: The Orchard Suite includes its own hot tub and a three-hole putting green.
Address: 1586 East Palm Canyon Drive
La Maison Hotel
French country charm lives on at this 13-room inn with heated pool, garden patios, and complimentary espresso drinks served throughout the day.
Address: 1600 East Palm Canyon Drive
Moroccan Magic
Korakia Pensione
One of Palm Springs’ most iconic boutique hotels, Korakia blends Moroccan and Mediterranean design with lantern-lit courtyards, fire pits, and nightly vintage film screenings.
Address: 257 South Patencio Road
Spanish & Mediterranean Romance
The Alcazar Palm Springs
Spanish-style architecture meets modern comfort. Guests enjoy complimentary espresso and croissants from neighboring Cheeky’s.
Address: 622 N Palm Canyon Drive
Ingleside Estate & Melvyn’s Restaurant
A classic Spanish-style estate with celebrity history, romantic courtyards, and the iconic Melvyn’s Restaurant & Lounge.
Address: 200 West Ramon Road
Andreas Hotel & Spa
Built in 1935, this Spanish Revival retreat offers fireplaces, spa services, and a couples-friendly courtyard pool.
Address: 227 North Indian Canyon Drive
Casa Cody
Palm Springs’ oldest operating hotel, founded by Buffalo Bill Cody’s cousin, offers 28 historic casitas, lush gardens, and authentic adobe architecture steps from downtown.
Address: 175 South Cahuilla Road
Cool, Creative & Colorful Stays
Azure Sky
A modern, adults-oriented retreat with desert tones, fire pits, and a calming, spa-like vibe.
Address: 1661 South Calle Palo Fierro
Les Cactus
Bright, boho, and cactus-filled. This charming 27-room stay includes complimentary bike rentals, an outdoor pool, and vintage record players in the rooms.
Address: 555 South Warm Sands Drive
Villa Royale
An adults-only artistic hideaway featuring Spanish-style architecture and over 50 curated works of art. Their on-site restaurant, Del Rey, is inspired by Spanish and Mediterranean flavors and serves small plates (tapas) that are popular along the Mediterranean Coast.
Address: 1620 South Indian Trail
The Marley Hotel
A full buyout hotel with 6 stylish suites designed for private groups, perfect for birthday weekends, bachelorettes, or reunions.
Address: 598 South Grenfall Road
More Palm Springs Boutique Gems
Hotel California
No connection to the song, but plenty of mission-style charm and 14 relaxing rooms with communal BBQs and hidden garden corners.
Address: 424 East Palm Canyon Drive
The Three Fifty Hotel
Modern, colorful, and downtown. Great for travelers seeking a sleek stay with fun design elements.
Address: 350 South Belardo Road
Desert Riviera Hotel
A vibrant, 10-room, midcentury haven with a throwback vibe, fire pits, and one of the best pools in town.
Address: 610 East Palm Canyon Drive
Plan Your Boutique Hotel Escape to Palm Springs
From midcentury masterpieces and historic estates to serene adults-only retreats, Palm Springs boutique hotels offer personalized stays that big resorts can’t match. Add year-round sunshine, mountain views, and a relaxed desert pace, and your perfect escape is waiting.
Pack your sunglasses, slow down, and experience Palm Springs one boutique stay at a time.