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The Cactai

3.0 star property
Art and nature converge in this urban retreat where travelers can relax by the inviting pool and rejuvenate their senses in a peaceful setting.

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The Cactai sits in the heart of Uptown Design District, offering a tranquil escape from city life. Visitors can soak in the spa tub, relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, or find a quiet moment on the terrace surrounded by lush greenery.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

About the neighborhood

Uptown Design District, a neighborhood in Palm Springs, is home to The Cactai. Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway and Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Palm Canyon and Mount San Jacinto State Park. Check out an event or a game at Agua Caliente Casino, and consider making time for Palm Springs Convention Center, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Palm Springs travel guide
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312 E Camino Monte Vista, Palm Springs, CA, 92262

What's nearby

  • This neighborhood has oodles of modernist houses worth cruisin by with cool street plans from another era. Elvis' pad wasn't particularly cool compared to other pads nearby but it ain't too shabby.
    Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway
    14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • About time landscape architects designed some structure for the desert... Note: in German we call these Schwiegermutterstühle - mother in law's chairs.
    Palm Springs Convention Center
    4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Desert Regional Medical Center
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ruth Hardy Park
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Palm Springs Square Shopping Center
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station
    16 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Billy Reed's Restaurant Bakery & Bar
    8 min walk
  • Rick's Desert Grill
    6 min walk
  • Del Taco
    19 min walk
  • Carl's Jr.
    2 min drive
  • Denny's
    6 min walk

About this property

The Cactai

Hotel near Palm Springs Convention Center
A terrace, a garden, and a hot tub are just a few of the amenities provided at The Cactai. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at The Cactai offer perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/closets, digital channels, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Vending machine
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 20028549

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cactai have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–11:00 PM.

Is The Cactai pet-friendly?

Yes, The Cactai allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cactai?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Cactai?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cactai located?

Located in Uptown Design District, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Desert Regional Medical Center, Las Palmas, and San Jacinto Mountains. Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway and Palm Springs Square Shopping Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The Cactai Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 120 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good, clean etc. Would have rated it 5 stars but there isn’t any comfortable furniture. Mid century sofa/loveseat was like sitting on a board.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean place with everything you need. Great location if you want to go downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kenya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless and access to the property and room was perfect even without staff on site! Staff was available if needed and yet, we required nothing as all needs were very much anticipated by the hosts!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely desert decor and a bidet toilet with a remote! The rooms were spacious and the king size bed was heavenly. But the check in online was difficult for an older person and needing 2 different codes to get in and out was not user friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don't want to leave a review because i am worried that this hotel will become overbooked and hard to get into again! Our stay was amazing - we loved our room. The cleaning staff went ABOVE and beyond when one of us was sick. I cannot say enough good things, this place was soooo cute. Thank you to all the "Montys" for making it such a lax simple stay. <3
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome spot! Close to all the great restaurants & shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel. Great value. Excellent vintage and mid century decor. The bed was comfortable, aircon worked well, shower great and room spacious. The pool and jacuzzi were the highlight. Comfortable pool lounges. A great place to stay. Just note there is no reception or staff on site. No issue for me but if you expect that type of service you may be disappointed but it was no issue for us, communication by whats app was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

LaDawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute hotel in Palm Springs. Would definitely stay again! Loved the self check in and quiet atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very unique clean place to stay! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay! So quiet and relaxing, and even though staff wasn’t on site they were just a text away (and very helpful!).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this place. The room was huge with a big kitchen and large bathroom. Everything was modern, such tasteful decor, high tech, all you’d want in a TV with apps/channels, super comfy king bed, amazing A/C, and we also loved the pool/hot tub. Would def stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, well priced compared to the rest of Palm Springs. Allowed dogs (we brought ours) and the pool was nice. I wasn't a fan of the check-in process with no one there (similar to AirBnB) but the owners were very responsive over text.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great, very quiet and relaxing. My dog felt welcomed by the staff and other guests. The street behind it was sketchy, but we did not feel unsafe.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Farhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the ambience of the property. Everything felt nostalgic while maintaining updated technology and amenities. Pool was always warm and space was cozy and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super helpful and attentive. Very private and relaxing. Rooms were well equipped as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brooke

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

Quiet escape

Sooo lovely. Booked this on a whim and ended up extending my stay. So comfortable, quiet, cute. The room was roomy, great view, staff was nice. Super easy check-in. Loved it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent amenities. Room spacious, very comfortable bedding. Even though there is no staff on site, all questions and requests were addressed via text quickly and satisfactorily. Loved the decor!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

A Must Stay In Palm Springs

Host was responsive, helpful, and courteous. The property was well maintained, serene, had an ice machine, and free filtered water (by the pool area). The room was beautifully decorated & equipped with everything I needed and more (e.g., coffee maker, microwave, etc.). This property will definitely be one I’ll stay again once I’m back in Palm Springs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely property. Great pool and hot tub! Close to town. Great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a cool midcentury vibe...with modern conveniences! Super clean and comfortable. The pool was great. Easy walk to downtown Palm Springs. Hope to visit again someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Cactai. The grounds and view were beautiful, the rooms were beautiful, the pool was lovely, the staff was great. The area was walkable and great, about 20 minutes to downtown. Only issues were the fire alarm went off because of the heat from the shower and the shampoo was fairly bad quality. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is renovated with an updated mid-century modern feel. Very stylish & appealing. It was quiet with a cozy tucked away feeling. The pool, hot tub were clean & perfect temperature & outdoor lounge furniture was plentiful & comfy. We had a double room. One bed was comfortable & one was very hard. The walk in shower & fancy bidet toilet was luxurious but there was a bit of noticeable water damage on the wall by the shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the vintage vibes and the property was well take care of. Pool and hot tub were pretty well maintained and having a private back patio area was also a plus. A little bit of a walk to the downtown core district. There was a musty smell in the room but that did clear up after a couple days and keeping windows open. AC worked well but was a little loud. Pack tight if possible as there are two small nightstands. Overal we had a pretty positive experience on a unique property.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025