New and Renovated Boutique Hotels Abound in Palm Springs

For 2025, travelers have many new and renovated options in the desert paradise of Palm Springs, California.

“Our desert paradise is constantly evolving,” said Michael C. Green, co-owner of the iconic Triangle Inn Palm Springs and chairman of Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, a local association of hotels with fewer than 50 rooms. "New hotels add personality and vibrancy to our community.”

The following is a roundup of some of the most interesting new choices:

The Stardust Hotel

The Stardust Hotel is a re-envisioned classic, a 1955 mid-century charmer with its original pink exterior brought back. Its nine rooms have rich, jewel-toned walls and warm furnishings, with bold tiles in the bathrooms and funky wallpaper in the shared gourmet chef's kitchen. Located in the vibrant Tahquitz River Estates neighborhood, it is a block from a restaurant, bars, and more.

The Cactai

The Cactai, a mid-century modern hotel, has deep roots in the city, originally opening in the late 1940s as the Los Dolores. Today, the revitalized property has new items from cabinets to heated bidet toilets. Rooms have kitchens or kitchenettes, making them feel more like apartments, and some have large private patios.

Terra Palm Springs

The wellness-focused Terra Palm Springs features amenities such as a Himalayan salt sauna, cold plunge, rain room, pool, and sauna. The 13 serene rooms each have their own special highlight, like the Deluxe Spa with an indoor soaking tub and the Firepit Suite complete with a private lounge area.

El Noa Noa

El Noa Noa is an 8-room boutique hotel that was once owned by legendary singer-songwriter Juan Gabriel. Designed for couples seeking a peaceful getaway, the highlight is the Honeymoon Suite, boasting a private outdoor waterfall spa. All rooms have special touches, like balconies or luxurious bathtubs, and guests looking for relaxation will find it by the pool, in the hot tub, or in the hotel’s wellness space.

Casa Oliver

Casa Oliver is redefining what an oasis means for gay men to unwind and indulge. This clothing-optional haven boasts luxurious accommodations and thoughtfully designed spaces with a beautifully revamped garden and breathtaking views of lush greenery and majestic mountains. Don’t forget the Sunday Funday lunches with entertainment and refreshing poolside drinks.

The Skylark

The Skylark, a fabulous throwback to the heyday of Palm Springs' mid-century modern era, has 28 rooms that have been meticulously restored, with new furniture and sleek linens, and there is now an on-site restaurant, Lost Property, serving up breakfast and lunch daily and dinner on Friday and Saturday.

The Muse Hotel Palm Springs

The Muse Hotel Palm Springs, a pink icon, features nine pet-friendly rooms, named after inspiring women and filled with gorgeous touches like feather chandeliers and vibrant floral wallpaper. Rooms come with kitchens and private fenced-in patios and are just steps away from a sparkling pool, hot tub, and dreamy courtyard featuring a pergola and swings.

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