Why You Don’t Have to Stay at the Host Hotel – And Why You Might Not Want To
Attending a conference or trade show in Palm Springs? Make Palm Springs business travel into a memorable experience. Whether you arrive a few days early or stay a couple of days after, Palm Springs Boutique Hotels offer the perfect stay for B-leisure or a workcation.
Where to stay in Palm Springs for business? While the Palm Springs conference hotel is often presented as the default option, it’s not always the best choice for you. In fact, staying elsewhere can offer several advantages—without sacrificing convenience.
Here’s why savvy attendees sometimes skip the host hotel and opt for a better fit at one of more than 80 Palm Springs iconic boutique hotels:
Host hotels can carry premium pricing. Staying at a nearby boutique hotel near the Palm Springs Convention Center could mean more value for your dollar—especially for multi-night stays. And if you’re a member of Stash Hotel Rewards or Guestbook, you can earn (or use) points while staying at a boutique hotel.
Choose the peace, style, and privacy of a small boutique hotel and meet every day recharged and ready to go. After spending all day in meetings, panel discussions, and exhibit halls, do you really want to run into Lothario Larry or Drunk Debbie in the conference hotel elevator…again?
Most hoteliers can direct you to hidden speakeasies, quiet hiking trails, and out-of-this-world restaurants. Choosing a boutique hotel lets you experience the vibe of this beautiful desert oasis. And it’s easy to stay in a neighborhood with great restaurants, nightlife, or cultural attractions—perfect if you’re extending your trip for some personal time.
Traveling with colleagues or friends? Buying out a small hotel (some have just a handful of rooms) might be more spacious and budget-friendly than booking separate hotel rooms.
Need a place to meet privately with your team without concern for being overheard? Several small hotels have small private meeting spaces where you can plan, brainstorm, and celebrate successful endeavors well away from the prying eyes and gossip of busybodies. Many boutique hotels offer group buyouts.
Even if you do choose to stay at the host hotel for the conference or event, plan to come in a few days early or stay a couple of days later to really explore the desert beauty of Palm Springs and its surroundings.
Bottom line: Staying at the host hotel can be convenient, but it’s not always the best choice. If you value comfort, cost-savings, or quiet, exploring staying in a boutique hotel may be the smartest move you make on this trip. Book your stay today.
Mid-week specials abound as Palm Springs gears up for high season. The energy is building, and festivals and tours are in full swing. It’s perfect weather for swimming, golfing, hiking, biking, and wildflower hunting. Galleries, boutique stores, and restaurants are at their best. Pro Tip: Celebrity
sightings abound.
It’s high season, baby! Locals and snowbirds alike are active on the trails and streets. Cafes and clubs pulse with excitement. Event calendars are packed with cool things to experience.Village Fest is the place to be on Thursday nights when local crafters, artists, and musicians strut their stuff. Catch a drag show.Try a Michelin recommended restaurant. There’s no better time of the year for people watching.
Plan your visit for June through October. Palm Springs is quieter, the desert is stark and haunting, and it’s the closest you’ll ever feel to being treated like a local. Early mornings are for hiking, and evenings are for lounging at speakeasys and pools. Europeans love Palm Springs in the summer, so you’re bound to meet interesting people with the relaxed and interesting perspective of global travelers. Take the tram up the mountain to cool off. Pro Tip: You can get the best deals during the summer and early fall.
Copyright © 2025 Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels. All rights reserved.
Copyright © 2025 Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels. All rights reserved.