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Hotel California - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers find their perfect desert retreat at Hotel California, where the heated pool beckons for lounging and lush gardens invite exploration

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Hotel California in central Palm Springs offers a heated pool, free continental breakfast, spa tub, and nearby Moorten Botanical Garden. Enjoy the arcade/game room, garden, and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Room with Patio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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King Poolside | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Poolside

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium King Poolside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Room with Patio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Room with Patio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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King Room Upstairs | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Room Upstairs

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Townhouse

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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King Pool View Upstairs | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Pool View Upstairs

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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King Romantica

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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King Deluxe Upstairs | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Deluxe Upstairs

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Queen Upstairs

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium King Pool View Upstairs

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Casita

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite with Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium King Poolside

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View (Upstairs) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View (Upstairs)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Tahquitz River Estates, a neighborhood in Palm Springs, Hotel California - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel is near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Jacinto Mountains and Mount San Jacinto State Park, while Moorten Botanical Garden and Palm Springs Convention Center are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Agua Caliente Casino. Take time off to check out the hot springs and health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Palm Springs travel guide
Map
424 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA, 92264

What's nearby

  • Moorten Botanical Garden
    Moorten Botanical Garden
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Camelot Park Family Center
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Indian Canyons Golf Resort
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Tahquitz Canyon
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Plaza Theatre
    6 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station
    22 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tool Shed
    2 min drive
  • Jack in the Box
    18 min walk
  • Koffi
    6 min walk
  • Elmer’s Restaurant
    9 min walk
  • Tony’s Grill & Bar
    20 min walk

About this property

Hotel California - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel

Hotel near San Jacinto Mountains
Located close to Moorten Botanical Garden and Palm Springs Art Museum, Hotel California - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a garden and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Heated pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, an outdoor pool, and express check-out
  • Barbecue grills, a water dispenser, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel California - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel offer perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Tubs or showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, communal kitchens, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

Hotel California Palm Springs
Hotel Hotel California Palm Springs
Palm Springs Hotel California Hotel
California Palm Springs
Hotel Hotel California
California
Hotel California Hotel
Hotel California Palm Springs
Hotel California Hotel Palm Springs

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel California - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Is Hotel California - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel California - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel California - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel California - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel located?

Located in Tahquitz River Estates, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of San Jacinto Mountains and Moorten Botanical Garden. Palm Springs Art Museum and Palm Springs Convention Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel California - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 368 out of 430 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 430 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 430 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 430 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 430 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful staff and amenities. great housekeepers.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anjulie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay here again. It was a relaxing atmosphere with beautiful surroundings. I liked our room and everyone there was very nice and helpful. We will be staying there again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful! Free convenient parking and breakfast included with a wide selection. Our room was lovely and had a very comfortable bed, little kitchenette and a great shower. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The Hotel California is a lovely place!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique hotel, super nice staff and fun retro hotel. Small and intimate.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent boutique hotel with great amenities and the most accommodating staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

terri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very comfortable, helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mardi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the courtyard with pool and the general ambience of the place. We didn’t have a room with a Mountain View, but enjoyed the privacy of our first floor garden view room. Staff were very friendly and ready to help.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, friendly staff, quiet, parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, quiet, clean adorable hotel! Spacious rooms, super friendly staff. Love the courtyard with pool and hot tub. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent grounds and very comfortable atmosphere. Mike was exceptional in his hospitality and went above and beyond in answering questions and attending to our needs. I highly recommend this place! Ruth
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penelope M

The room was spotless and the staff extremely welcoming. We had a great four nights at this small, charming hotel. Although the building is older, the bathrooms and bedrooms are updated, with a small functional kitchen (with microwave)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cool hotel - worth staying there Staff was helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Breanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Relaxing vibe, nice clean rooms, quiet and peaceful, friendly guests, clean pool, staff is amazing and accommodating to your needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room, quiet hotel, lovely pool area
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a fun place. It is small, quiet and the staff is great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Charming hotel. Staff really nice. Loved the quiet and peacefulness and the pool was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff and friendly. Great intimate vibe. Snacks in the room and soda coffe etc. included. Breakfast too! No nickle dime that we are all used to. So refreshing! Old school mcm vibe!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice spot, courtyard was lovely, pool was cold but very nice and staff were very kind. Already booked our next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice and courteous staff. In a good location for an overnight stay. Room was clean and comfortable. And there was a continental breakfast in the morning. Room was stocked with some snacks and drinks as well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were helpful and super nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem! Clean, comfy, spacious room and wonderful hot tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Corbin was the best welcome host. He showed us around the whole property. Very friendly staff and very attentive to needs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We found the breakfast more than adequate and enjoyed being able to sit by the pool with our morning coffee. The manager, Mark, who welcomed us, was extremely helpful showing my tech non-savvy husband how the very large TV worked and bringing round hot popcorn a short while later. The room was spotless and very comfortable with a great walk in shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff went above and beyond. Room was nice. Amenities were in great condition.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful gardens surrounding the pool and hot tub area. Easy into the room with secure gate protecting you inside the property. Safe, walkable area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025