Small Hotels Listing

Palm Springs is home to almost 80 extraordinary small boutique hotels of exceptional architectural & cultural diversity. From quaint inns and quietly secluded bungalows to hip and modern poolside-hangouts, they cater to the spectrum of Palm Springs travelers’ tastes.

Whether you want to disappear for a couple of days, or dive into the Palm Springs adventure of a lifetime, our visionary hoteliers make it their mission to get to know you and create a memorable stay in this distinctly fashionable desert oasis.

And as Palm Springs locals, they have dedicated themselves to creating a home away from home for you, infused with a sense of community.

Be Authentic. Stay Independent.


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Canyon Club Hotel

Canyon Club Hotel

A Clothing optional gay men’s resort. Within walking distance to the many shops and restaurants on Palm Canyon Drive. 32 rooms surround the sun-drenched courtyard. Eight of the suites have fully-equipped kitchens, eight have private patios. Bask in the sun around our 50 ft. diving pool or soak in our 16-man spa. There is also a sauna, steam room, and indoor gym for your convenience. Read More


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Desert Paradise Resort Hotel

Desert Paradise Resort Hotel

The award winning, clothing optional gay men’s resort in the very center of gay Warm Sands. Desert Paradise Resort has 14 poolside rooms and suites, a great continental breakfast, large saltwater pool and spa, new steam and sauna rooms, and magnificently maintained garden. There’s also a romantic fire pit and outdoor shower garden for special times. Fall in love again and again in paradise, your home away from home. True Paradise in the desert, Desert Paradise of Warm Sands. Read More


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Trixie Motel

Trixie Motel

The Trixie Motel is a masterpiece in pink. This boutique hotel in the Old Las Palmas neighborhood was brought to life by partners Brian Firkus — a.k.a. drag superstar Trixie Mattel — and David Silver. All seven of the hotel’s rooms and suites have their own theme and custom furnishings, with standouts including the Queen of Hearts room — this boasts a mural that climbs up the wall to the ceiling and a heart-shaped headboard — and the Oh Honeymoon Suite, a… Read More


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The Twist

The Twist

The Twist Palm Springs is a desert oasis showcasing the best in modern architecture and design. Guests can choose from a studio or one- or two-bedroom suite with a living room, and all accommodations come with custom kitchens and either a patio or balcony. The bold and eclectic furnishings and decor are from local designers H3K, and add a touch of whimsy to the property. The Twist has a relaxing pool and spa and incredible city and mountain views, making… Read More


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The Hacienda at Warm Sands

The Hacienda at Warm Sands

The Hacienda at Warm Sands is the longstanding favorite Palm Springs gay resort selected by discerning, ‘in the know’, experienced travelers, from all over the world.  The Hacienda has been consistently recognized in prominent mainstream and gay travel publications as the ‘best-of-the-best’, characterized by its distinguished facilities, beautifully lush tropical landscaped grounds, impressive physical setting with ever-changing 180 degree unobstructed views of the San Jacinto Mountains, and its market-leading reputation for uncompromised legendary personal services. The Hacienda at Warm Sands… Read More


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Hotel El Cid

Hotel El Cid

Enjoy frozen Negronis around the fire pit. Read an embarrassingly cheesy novel in the hammock. Or just kick back beside our 40-foot commercial-size pool with its four brand new cabanas (including a dining tent). Surrounded by walls and tall hedges, you’ll be far from the crowds but just a short stroll from downtown Palm Springs. We designed El Cid to be a different kind of hotel — one shaped by our own luxury travel experiences. Over the years, the things… Read More


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Orbit In Hotel

Orbit In Hotel

Embrace the Palm Springs modern vibe and leave your worries behind as you lounge in luxurious mid-century style. Surrender to a vacation lifestyle once reserved for the rich and famous, where warm skies and pleasant surroundings slow down time. Breathtaking mountain views, poolside breakfast, cocktails, cruiser bikes, spa services, and many more unique amenities are all served up at a small boutique hotel called Orbit In, where vintage modernism meets the 21st century. Read More


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Desert Hills

Desert Hills

The Desert Hills Resort Hotel in Palm Springs, snuggled up against the rugged San Jacinto Mountains. Built in 1956, it is situated in the tranquil Tennis Club district, a few blocks from downtown Palm Springs. The hotel retains the aura of years past, reminiscent of the original 1950s and ’60s mid-century modern design. The property’s 14 studios and one- and two-bedroom suites open to individual patios overlooking a lush, flower-filled courtyard and inviting pool and spa. Eleven rooms come with… Read More


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Float Hotel

Float Hotel

Come float with us! At Float Hotel Palm Springs, guests can spend all the time they want soaking up the sun in the gorgeous pool. When it’s time to cool off, head to the cabanas to play billiards or relax in a lounge chair. The spacious and well-appointed rooms are all air conditioned, and come with comfortable beds and smart TVs. Most also have sofas and either full kitchens or kitchenettes, plus private outdoor spaces. Built in the 1950s, Float… Read More


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L’Horizon Palm Springs

L’Horizon Palm Springs

L’Horizon Palm Springs, a Leading Hotel of the World, brings back the glamour of Hollywood’s golden age through its unique design esthetic by renowned designer Steve Hermann. The 1950s gem served as a playground for Hollywood A-listers and U. S. presidents alike. Now, redeveloped as a luxury resort, we boast true exclusivity nestled within intimate spaces on three acres of gorgeous manicured desert grounds.  Our 25 guestrooms are custom designed to emulate luxurious private residences with hand selected materials and… Read More


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