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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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A pool area with white lounge chairs, a pink flamingo float, and yellow umbrellas. - The Cactai (Palm Springs)
A covered outdoor seating area with a white canopy and pink cushions, surrounded by white gravel and a cactus. - The Cactai (Palm Springs)
A room with a desk, a black office chair, a dark blue sofa, a round wooden coffee table, and a large window with a view of a swimming pool and greenery outside. - The Cactai (Palm Springs)
A sign for 'The Cactus' with a mountainous backdrop. - The Cactai (Palm Springs)
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table. - The Cactai (Palm Springs)
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

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Pool View

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Pool View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Pool View

A modern hotel room with a bed, a round table with a book and a vase, a mirror, a sink, a coffee machine, and a shelf with a plant and cups.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a yellow patterned wall, a wooden desk, a yellow sofa, a round ottoman, and a television mounted on the wall.

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Pool View

  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a yellow patterned wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Garden View

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a chair, and a pink door.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Garden View

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Garden View

  • 137 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • 152 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

  • 137 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • A house with a sloped roof, large windows, and a stone wall.
    Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A modern indoor space with multiple levels, glass railings, and contemporary art installations.
    Palm Springs Art Museum
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • The Agua Caliente Cultural Museum with a green awning, surrounded by a landscaped garden and mountains in the background.
    Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
    4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • A field of spherical cacti with yellow tops.
    Palm Springs Convention Center
    4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Agua Caliente Casino
    4 min drive - 1.2 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
    7 min walk
  • Lola Rose Grand Mezze
    2 min drive
  • Denny's
    6 min walk
  • Del Taco
    19 min walk

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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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Portable shower seat
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • 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

  • Bidet
  • 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 and San Jacinto Mountains. Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway and Ruth Hardy Park 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

The Cactai Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 153 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit far from downtown but the room was nice and clean. Loved the decor and our stay! We ended up extended an additional night, so quick to respond and nice. We will be booking again, thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very cute and clean place to stay and dog friendly! Easy self check-in and out. The pool has plenty of comfortable lounging areas to relax on your own or socialize with other guests. Perfect location just up the street from all the shops and restaurants. Thank you for a wonderful Palm Springs experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a nice hotel. Loved everything about it. Easy check in. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you 🙏, wonderful staff, amazing room, hot tub and pool! It was so nice we stayed another day!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennypher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking and facility was clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We celebrated our dog’s 10th birthday and had a lovely one night stay at The Cactai! The room was spacious and comfortable. Check in and out was smooth. Monty was super helpful and responsive. Will be staying here the next time we return to Palm Springs!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Harriet

Yes, all good!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room is everything we need. Very cute and pleasant. Very comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Staff & service
The pool was lovely and well kept. The room was very clean but the bathroom had a co anteater leak on the floor which wasn’t problem but had to be mopped up regularly. Staff all very pleasant and helpful. The kitchen supplies were ok but it needed a few more glasses and a small toaster. All in all very nice place.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is fabulous with a great history. The room was spotless, the amenities were amazing and the toto toilet was an absolute treat. The courtyard area is beautiful with a lovely, heated pool, relaxing spa and great lounge chairs with plenty of towels. We loved having a little patio off of our room. The neighborhood and location are the best. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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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

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our room. It was very comfortable, clean and modern. The location of the hotel was also ideal and quiet. The quality of the bed was excellent. My husband now wants to get a new mattress just like the one we slept on at the Cactai. We'll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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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
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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

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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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome property that was in a great location and relaxing pool area. Rooms were spacious and decorated well. Easy check in/out, very accommodating and overall great time in Palm Springs!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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

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

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
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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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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

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

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