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Hotel El Cid by AvantStay

2.5 star property

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a built-in microwave. There is a small refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a decorative item on the counter. - Hotel El Cid by AvantStay (Palm Springs)
Travelers find a peaceful haven at this Warm Sands property with a serene garden backdrop. The outdoor pool has cabanas and sun loungers. Guests enjoy practical amenities: free in-room WiFi, helpful concierge services, and coffee/tea in the lobby.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Room options

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Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Apartment (2 Bedrooms)

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Palm Springs, Hotel El Cid by AvantStay is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indian Canyon and Palm Canyon, while Palm Springs Convention Center and Living Desert Zoo and Gardens are popular area attractions. Palm Springs Swim Center and Moorten Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Palm Springs travel guide
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526 S Camino Real, Palm Springs, CA, 92264

What's nearby

  • Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
    Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Palm Springs Convention Center
    Palm Springs Convention Center
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Palm Springs Art Museum
    Palm Springs Art Museum
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Plaza Theatre
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Agua Caliente Casino
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station
    19 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tool Shed
    9 min walk
  • Hunters
    14 min walk
  • Dick’s on Arenas
    14 min walk
  • Starbucks
    13 min walk
  • Streetbar
    15 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Cid by AvantStay

An outdoor pool, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a garden and gas grills.
Hotel El Cid by AvantStay offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers. This Palm Springs hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Activities nearby

  • Outlet shopping mall

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [At the apartment]
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's avantstay app mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 21 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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
Property Registration Number N/A

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

Hotel El Cid By Avantstay

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel El Cid by AvantStay have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel El Cid by AvantStay 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 El Cid by AvantStay?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel El Cid by AvantStay?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel El Cid by AvantStay located?

Located in Warm Sands, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Baristo Park and Palm Springs Convention Center. San Jacinto Mountains and The Spa at Se-che are also within 1 mi (2 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 El Cid by AvantStay Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay!

Had a great stay at El Cid, the property was quiet, hotel rooms are spacious and kept in great shape, we especially loved the eclectic decor. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love this hidden paradise!

What a hidden gem. Great location, very private, quiet and close to downtown PS. We enjoyed the pool and the room was comfortable and romantic!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very clean and spacious

The hotel was really clean and quiet. The decor for the room made it unique compared to chain hotels. The bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Christmas 2023

Perfect location. 1 bedroom apt unit quiet and clean. Loved the fire pit and pool area. Bbq grill came in handy. Would definatley stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Paulette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great. The property is well cared for although our room was not sound proof. The people next door sounded as though they were in our unit The kitchen could use a few more basic things like a cutting board and dish drying towels. Also 2 towels in the bathroom aren’t enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first experience with an unattended property, but once here and settled in, I found it to be a place that I will definitely stay at again. The room I had was very large and comfortable. I would recommend to anyone with an eclectic taste and the young at heart. I am 58 and found the property/room quite fun … there was a collection of costumes in the closet. Be sure to respond to the email requesting identification in order to receive the gate codes, your room number, and the lock code to your room. Try it out, you’ll like it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joe

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Sad experience 😢

Not a very good experience. Living room couch was terrable .No TV in bedroom. No Flooring stained concrete flooring . Front door would not lock . Some window coverings were non existant. No counter space in bathroom. The host was very good at providing instructions and Things to do. Nothing like a normal hotel room with a tv in the bedroom and a livingroom with a comfortable couch .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Easy access for a fair room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Great place to stay very nice more like a property rental
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short getaway to PS

Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Amenities
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with spacious rooms Pool is amazing I would have liked to have had a Jacuzzi available and a bathtub but that Wasn’t available I guess I need to ask before I book Nice surroundings and quiet Close to downtown Palm Springs
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious accomodation with extremely unique and interesting decor. Biggest negative was lack of a bathtub.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bungalows are beautiful and it was close to the city center. The only thing I wished was that there were curtains on the living room/ kitchen windows to have more privacy. Other than that everything was wonderful!
Verified

4/10 Poor

jose

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Nice but….

There was a power outage throughout most of the night and the hotel didn’t know and did not did too much to accommodate. No ice machine nor refrigerator. In Palm Springs??
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool area was not clean for 1/2 of our stay with debris in the pool. Had an issue with the shower and it took 2 days to get help - had to reach out 3 or 4 times. Expected better for the price we paid. No hot tub but area was convenient and everything else was fine
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Horrible customer support.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property with a full suite was a lot more than you would get anywhere else at that price but getting into it was a nightmare for us. Be aware that it is not managed on site, so you must respond to their email requests to sign a “contract” and provide a copy of your drivers license and actual photos of yourself. When I got these emails and texts from Avant Stay, I thought it was some kind of scam so I ignored them, figuring I could just show up at the motel and deal with it all there. When you get there, you won’t find an obvious entrance and you will need to respond to all their requests to get a code to open a man door to the property. The rooms are very nice, more like 5 condos and the landscaping and decor are appealing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The property is well cared for, and clean, and the units are surprisingly spacious and quiet, considering they are close to a busy road. The pool and cabana area look like the photographs, making it luxurious and relaxing. We paid extra to stay here versus booking a traditional hotel/motel to use a kitchen and a king-sized bed, which I made sure I was booking, as I am 5 months pregnant and need the extra space. We were disappointed when we arrived to find the kitchen was just a beer fridge and microwave, so we couldn't make a meal in our suite, as well as a queen size bed which meant I had lousy sleep for 4 nights. We sent two messages to the hotel via Expedia and had no response or follow-up. We also spent a lot of money eating out, which defeated the purpose of us booking this hotel in the first place. Hopefully, the hotel will compensate us back for part of this poor experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice and relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abboud

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Griselda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024