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The Parker
Behind The Parker’s legendary breeze block entrance lies a 14-acre resort filled with winding footpaths and quiet indoor-outdoor spaces. With a Jonathan Adler touch, you’ll find all-white rooms with four-poster beds, some with private outdoor patios, as well as stand-alone villas. There are two excellent restaurants, the casual Norma's or more upscale Mister Parker's. theparkerpalmsprings.com
The Amado
Originally built in 1955 and now extensively renovated to accommodate even the most discerning traveler’s needs, The Amado is housed in a classic mid-century building complex. It boasts five beautiful and carefully curated suites, making it the ideal location for large families or celebrations. You can book a single room or take over the whole place. thedesertcollective.com/the-amado-property/
Arrive Hotel
New kid on the block, Arrive keeps the mid-century modern ethos alive, while maintaining a contemporary take on a desert resort. The 32 rooms come with comfortable king-sized beds, rain showers, and Lola headphones by Blue. Its restaurant Reservoir stays open late, and its Draughtsman bar is the latest place to be seen. arrivehotels.com
V Palm Springs
Housed in a former budget motel, V’s newly renovated premises offer chic rooms with minifridges and coffeemakers, while upgraded rooms come with balconies or patios, and suites add separate living areas and direct pool access. An upscale restaurant serves farm-to-table fare, while there are two outdoor pools, a pool bar, and a hot tub, plus a fire pit and grill area. vpalmsprings.com
Caliente Tropics Resort Hotel
Built in 1964, this tiki-style tropical hotel often hosted celebrities like Elvis and Frank Sinatra’s Rat Pack. Recently renovated to offer the spacious luxury and convenience demanded by today’s hotel guests. it still brings you the island ambiance of Polynesia in one of the finest remaining examples of tiki-style hotels in Palm Springs. calientetropics.com
Colony Palms Hotel
Led by renowned designer Martyn Lawrence-Bullard, this classic Spanish Mission-style hotel reopened in 2007. The 56 guest rooms include some that include claw-foot tubs and fireplaces. Surrounded by lemon and palm trees, the central courtyard contains a Spanish-tiled swimming pool with views of the San Jacinto Mountains, as well as the flagship Purple Palm Restaurant. colonypalmshotel.com
The Avalon
With its Hollywood Regency aesthetic, The Avalon is superbly located, at the foot of the mountains in downtown Palm Springs. There’s a choice of bungalow-style rooms, each with a gas fireplace and black-and-white color scheme - or stay in one of the stylish, modern suites in the main building. The Chi Chi bar and restaurant is a great place to be seen for drinks of meals. avalon-hotel.com/palm-springs
The Lautner
A little way out of town in Desert Hot Springs, The Lautner is a unique "micro-resort" and the place to celebrate the work of legendary architect John Lautner. Four luxury vacation rental units allow guests to indulge in the finest of mid-century modern flourishes and first class amenities. The newly acquired and renovated 1957 California Bungalow called The Ranch House is just adjacent to The Lautner and offers an extra accommodation option. thelautner.com
The Monkey Tree
Designed by architect Albert Frey, this recently renovated retro boutique hotel offers views of the San Jacinto Mountains and an authentic ‘old school’ Palm Springs atmosphere. Its chic rooms have vivid art, some adding terraces, kitchenettes and living areas. Naturally there’s an outdoor pool, plus a hot tub, spa and sauna. themonkeytreehotel.com
Ace Hotel & Swim Club
One for the younger set, The Ace has seen eco-conscious renovations with recycled materials transformed the 1960s-era hotel into a bohemian-themed resort - some rooms having record players and vinyl records. In the evenings, drinks in the Amigo Room extend out to the patio, while its King's Highway restaurant serves fresh, organic, locally sourced food in an old school diner atmosphere. acehotel.com/palmsprings
The Saguaro
Formerly a Holiday Inn, The Saguarp is now a lively, colorful hotel, 3 miles from downtown Palm Springs. Featuring handcrafted Mexican furniture, the bright rooms offer sitting areas, and pool, mountain or city views. Most have balconies or patios. There's a Mexican restaurant and an outdoor pool with a bar, as well as two hot tubs and a sundeck. Other amenities include a spa, a 24-hour gym and yoga sessions, along with bike rentals. thesaguaro.com/palm-springs
Ingleside Inn
An official local historic landmark, the Ingleside Inn’s traditional rooms are individually decorated and include coffeemakers, minifridges and TVs, plus complimentary non-alcoholic beverages. Some rooms have mountain views, while most suites feature fireplaces and patios. With classic Hollywood charm, other amenities include the legendary Melvyn’s restaurant, a piano bar, an outdoor pool and hot tub, a ping-pong table and meeting facilities. inglesideinn.com
L’Horizon Resort & Spa
Built on 1952, this William Cody designed hotel was recently renovated and reopened. There are 25 individual bungalows with patios to choose from, spread out around the central pool. An adults-only property, it also has a full-service spa and offers room service from its renowned So-Pa restaurant. lhorizonpalmsprings.com
The Riviera
It was a haven for the stars in the 60s, but since 2008 it’s been ‘party central’ every weekend at The Rivera since a massive renovation brought this sprawling property of over 500 rooms into the 21st Century. There’s the 11,000-square-foot Azure Spa and Salon, classic cocktails from the Bikini or Chiki Pool Bar, and contemporary American cuisine at Circa 59 to keep you occupied as well. rivierapalmsprings.com
Del Marcos Hotel
Set in a chic stone and redwood building designed by William F. Cody in 1947, this hip adults-only hotel is less than a mile from downtown Palm Springs. Breezy rooms with midcentury modern accents and terrazzo flooring feature private patios or balconies. Suites add living rooms and/or kitchenettes, while complimentary amenities include loaner beach-cruiser bikes. There's also a heated outdoor saltwater pool with sunloungers, plus fire pits, and cabanas with flat-screen TVs. delmarcoshotel.com
Private Home Rental
Hire your own midcentury modern classic home, and be the king – or queen – of your own domain. You’ll be able to live it up in your own private pool and refine your own cocktail making. There are hunfreds of homes t choose from – ranging from modest two bedroom homes to sprawling 6 bedroom modernist mansions. Search on Airbnb or HomeAway, or go direct and check out the fabulous local providers such as Acme House Company and others.
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