Boutiquely Palm Springs

If you love staying at independently-owned small hotels, you’ll adore Boutiquely Palm Springs. From tips on what to do, see and eat in Palm Springs, to interviews with hoteliers, it’s the insider’s guide to everything great about Palm Springs and its iconic boutique hotels.

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A white swan float in the pool at The Muse Palm Springs on a clear blue sky day

Palm Springs Hotels Take Inspiration From Glamorous Old Hollywood

Along with my good friend and fellow travel writer, Kris Grant, I recently visited Palm Springs for several days and thoroughly enjoyed savoring every moment at the boutique hotels where we stayed and visited — all part of the Palm Springs…
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A man and a woman sit at a table outside under an umbrella in Palm Springs, California. Photo courtesy of Visit Palm Springs

New Year, New Hotspots

It’s a new year, and there are new restaurants popping up all over our big little city. That means it’s time to do a roundup so you can get up to date on our latest food options. Quite a few of these are in the design district, and not…
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Looks Like We Made It: January 2025 Events

We made it to 2025! Well, I’m assuming we did, as this is the voice from Christmas Past. Right now drones and orbs are appearing all over the world, except here in Palm Springs. Our skies are currently orb free, which is a little annoying…
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Two rows of tall palms in Palm Springs

A Tasty Trip Down Tahquitz

They’re off the main strip, so you’re unlikely to see them on your own, so I’m gonna tell you about them: some terrific spots for coffee, dining and good times in Palm Springs, just east of Palm Canyon. Let me take you on a “virtual…
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The pool at The Cactai in Palm Springs surrounded by cabanas and palm trees

Independence Meets Charm: The Cactai’s Modern Take On Boutique Hospitality

There’s something about Palm Springs that just gets it right, whether you’re looking for that quintessential mid-century charm, a relaxing desert retreat, or a bit of both. During my recent stay at The Cactai, I found all this and more in…
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Two women with blonde hair enjoy dessert at Sparrows Lodge

Divine, Delicious Dining In Palm Springs

What do you think of when planning a visit to Palm Springs?  Of course, I envision gorgeous, soaring palm trees and dramatic mountain vistas highlighted by an almost endless, glorious, radiant sun. Upscale unique shopping and fascinating museums…
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A person rides an ocean wave on a surfboard

A Cowabunga Christmas And A Swell New Year In Palm Springs

When you think of Palm Springs, naturally surfing springs to mind. What? Okay, it will soon enough, as surfers from around the world start checking out the Palm Springs Surf Club. After a few stops and starts, it has been consistently wowing…
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The huge sparkling pool in the back of Limón Palm Springs boutique hotel in Palm Springs, California

Take A Virtual Tour Of The Fabulous Límon Palm Springs

It’s always sunny at Limón Palm Springs, a gorgeous mid-century modern retreat. Learn more about this boutique hotel with owners Tim and Amy Brinkman.
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Santa Claus at the Palm Springs Christmas Tree Lighting in Palm Springs, California

Son Of A Nutcracker, It’s December In Palm Springs!

“I’m sorry. He thinks he’s an elf.” — Walter, Elf Here we are, at the top of December, and while most of the U.S. is wrapped in a blanket of snow, we’ve got so much sunshine, we’re walking on it. Yeah, yeah, it’s chilly in…
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A huge pan of paella

Noche Paella Is A Delicious Indulgence At The Del Rey

Located off the beaten path, tucked away in the Deepwell neighborhood of south Palm Springs, is a very special resort called Villa Royale. Situated on the tony tree-lined Indian Trail, it was built in 1947 next to two of Palm Springs’ old…
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