Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels

Casa Palma

Casa Palma

Hotel Backstory

Warmth and hospitality await at Casa Palma Live out your Palm Springs dreams at Casa Palma. The boutique hotel offers everything guests want out of a desert getaway: multiple pools, tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness center, and lush gardens spread out over two acres. “That level of outdoor space and amenities is rare for a boutique hotel, and it’s what makes Casa Palma feel both elevated and effortlessly fun,” owner Rochelle Jaleh said. Once the private escape of Hollywood stars Errol Flynn and Lili Damita, Casa Palma is a “true hidden gem with a rich past and a soulful...

Warmth and hospitality await at Casa Palma Live out your Palm Springs dreams at Casa Palma. The boutique hotel offers everything guests want out of a desert getaway: multiple pools, tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness center, and lush gardens spread out over two acres. “That level of outdoor space and amenities is rare for a boutique hotel, and it’s what makes Casa Palma feel both elevated and effortlessly fun,” owner Rochelle Jaleh said. Once the private escape of Hollywood stars Errol Flynn and Lili Damita, Casa Palma is a “true hidden gem with a rich past and a soulful presence,” Rochelle said. The property was “reimagined with reverence and heart,” and its 33 cozy studio rooms boast comfortable beds with luxury linens and locally-sourced bath products. Every item was chosen intentionally to create a warm, relaxing space, in perfect harmony with the hotel’s name. The word “Casa” “speaks to the warmth and hospitality we hope every guest feels, like they’re staying in a friend’s beautiful home,” Rochelle said, while “Palma” “honors the hundreds of swaying palms that wrap the property in privacy and peace. Together, Casa Palma felt timeless, rooted in place, and effortlessly inviting.” No detail was overlooked, down to the custom pickleball paddles and cruiser bikes guests can use for the short ride to downtown Palm Springs. Picture perfect spots can be found around every corner, from the pool framed by date palms to the serene inner courtyard, a natural gathering space for guests. “There’s something magical about the light filtering through the palms, the soft buzz of conversation and music, and the way the space invites connection,” Rochelle said. “Whether you’re traveling with friends or on a romantic getaway, that moment just before evening sets in is something special.” Casa Palma’s intimate environment is evident the moment guests arrive. “There’s a sense of peace and beauty that people feel the moment they step onto the property, and that’s what tends to stick with them,” Rochelle said. “Universally, the vibe is what people rave about. It’s relaxed, romantic, stylish, and restorative.” Guests are invited to make the most of their stay, whether it is practicing yoga on the lawn, curling up in front of a fire pit, taking a dip in each one of the pools, or simply relaxing in their room. In the fall, they will also have the chance to enjoy a delicious meal at Chiquita, a poolside bistro. “We designed Casa Palma with soul and simplicity in mind, hoping to create a retreat that inspires guests to slow down, soak up the beauty around them, and reconnect — with themselves, their people, or the magic of the desert,” Rochelle said. “Whether you’re here for a celebration, a solo reset, or just to do nothing at all, we’re honored to be part of your story.”

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About this property

Located near the iconic Movie Colony neighborhood, within one mile from Downtown Palm Springs, our boutique resort was originally crafted as a secluded playground for 1940’s Hollywood megastar, Errol Flynn, and is now being opened to the general public for the first time. With a true resort feel and seemingly endless onsite amenities and activities, Casa Palma packs the perfect punch for the young at heart, who want play in the moment, with the people they love (and also maybe just met). Here are some things you can do at our charming resort: Play a couples pickleball match Lay on a towel in the grass Practice yoga on our event lawn Pick fresh lemons and grapefruits from our citrus trees Play a water volleyball match Have a picnic with your family under an olive tree Have a pool-side mountain-view lunch at Chiquita, our American Bistro Cafe (coming late-Spring ’25) Bike through the historic Movie Colony to Downtown Palm Springs

Year Built: 1928
Architect: Paul Revere Williams

Hotel Amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Swimming Pool(s)