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A destination like Palm Springs – where so much culture, art, natural beauty, and relaxation is available – requires authentic curation. It’s the difference between experiencing the town like a local and having a cookie-cutter vacation already mapped out for you. The hoteliers of Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels offer a purposefully crafted experience to compliment the vibe you’re looking for on your well-deserved escape. From bare-it-all to hide-away, wildly romantic to group getaway, party-hearty to completely Zen, the boutique hotels of Palm Springs have a place perfect for you. New and re-imagined spaces are opening all the time in this eclectic scene of small hotels. This summer, here are four new hotspots to “check into.” Before you book, make sure you visit Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels for exclusive rates and tips on what to bring to make the most out of your time in the desert.

A private oasis in the heart of Palm Springs, Azure Sky is the brand-new boutique hotel now accepting reservations (as of June 6th). Designed in the Desert Modern style, with soaring roof lines, walls of glass, peek-a-boo exterior screens, and seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces, Azure Sky is a nod to classic 1960s Palm Springs while offering guests all the luxurious amenities that accompany a dreamy getaway.

The Four New Must-Stay Boutique Hotels in Palm Springs This Summer

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Palm Springs in summer is the time when tourists are away and those in-the-know come out and play. Whether you’re enjoying cocktails poolside, soaring up a mountain in an open-air gondola, or dining al fresco at sunset, there’s something magical about summer in Palm Springs, a je ne sais quoi that must be experienced. But to do Palm Springs right, you need the right accommodations. Corporate hotel chains are a bore and vacation rentals lack any sense of curation. The best way to do Palm Springs is to stay in one of its many iconic boutique hotels.

raffic. Smog. The bustle of your work-a-day life. Summer is here and it’s time to leave routine in the dust. When you need a vacation from the everyday

not just any destination will do. You need a place where you can completely unwind in a setting where you’re free to be fully, uniquely yourself. A place with rich history, breathtaking natural surroundings, high-aesthetics, and plenty of sun. You need Palm Springs.

If a private party is what you crave, look no further than the Limón Palm Springs. This mid-century modern luxury boutique hotel is built of all-steel and it’s all-yours; the entire property is booked as one unit that can accommodate 14 of your closest friends, family, bachelors, or bachelorettes. Seven suites in the colorful style of the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City were expertly designed by H3K Home + Design to offer your guests seclusion while the state-of-the-art kitchen provides a place for all to congregate and dine.

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Coming later this summer, the Trixie Motel is California glitz at its best. Completely renovated by drag superstar Trixie Mattel and featured in the new discovery+ series of the same name, the Trixie Motel promises to be the most glamourous renovation in Palm Springs. Once a ramshackle motel called Coral Sands Inn, the Trixie Motel is the culmination of a multi-million-dollar facelift that turned a dumpy also-ran into the dazzling star of a television show.

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Palm Springs is home to over 80 decidedly unique boutique hotels, each offering guests a different yet authentic version of this classic Hollywood escape. From hipster to seclusion, wild nights to chilled-out days, these hotels are each run by hoteliers who care about providing a purposeful experience. This summer, forget the hotel chains, the time shares, the mess of booking a vacation rental that someone lives in nine months out of the year. Palm Springs Preferred Boutique Hotels has your next home away from home. Visit www.palmspringspreferredhotels.com and start planning your escape today.

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Old Hollywood put Palm Springs on the map when Rudolph Valentino of silent film fame was arrested for bigamy while honeymooning at Florilla White’s Palm Springs Inn (turns out he hadn’t quite divorced his first wife yet – oops!). In the century since, Hollywood stars have flocked to Palm Springs, bringing with them mid-century architecture and an anything-goes lifestyle. Re-imagined as an homage to this mythic old Hollywood, the Descanso Resort is the Uptown Design District’s new hot spot. Open for only a few months and already dripping with five-star reviews, this swanky all-male resort is anything but uptight. Big, bright rooms, kitschy green and white tile, and mid-century furniture highlight this completely remodeled yet decidedly minimalist classic.

Formerly the East Canyon Resort, by 2020 the space needed some TLC. Cue a group of visionaries from Portland who brought the hotel back to prominence in early 2022. The pool recalls the decadence of the Hollywood Roosevelt. Descanso’s 16 suites, each with a poolside or balcony view, come generously equipped with all the amenities a man needs, complimented by sleek, stylish design accents. Welcoming, spacious, and with strong WiFi, the suites at the Descanso Resort are ideal for remote work or, better yet – no work at all. Spend your days tooling around town on a complimentary bike or indulging in a deep tissue massage given by one of Descanso’s well-curated list of male masseuses. Heat up in the spa or cool off in the misters – all with a cocktail in hand. The Descanso Resort is high on pleasure and low on judgement.

The Limón is unique because it combines the joy of shared vacationing while providing the privacy shared vacations often lack. With its beautiful pool, large entertainment room, spa and BBQ area, there are plenty of places to hang out and celebrate, either with your besties or a much-needed family reunion. When in need of you-time or a lover’s nap, escape to your king bed in your stylish suite. There’s no better way for small groups to get the best of a Palm Springs vacation than the Limón. So, whomever you fancy a getaway with, take them somewhere they’ll never forget.

The space truly feels unreal, in the best way. Unobstructed views of the San Jacinto Mountains give way to a sparkling pool and date palms that sway in the warm summer breeze. The suites are elegant yet understated, offering respite from the busy world you left behind. With no telephones or televisions en suite, Azure Sky is conducive to switching off (although there is great WiFi when you need it!). Instead of a screen, spend your day reading in your private hammock, or lounging by the expansive pool amid lush desert landscaping. Azure Sky is all about basking in the calming seclusion of a chilled-out architectural highlight.

The Trixie Motel promises to indulge your fantasy with seven uniquely themed rooms, a spectacular pool area, and an outrageous lobby and bar that screams Palm Springs fab. Clad in a pink reminiscent of LA’s iconic Casita Del Campo – whose basement drag shows have been inspiring the scene for decades – the Trixie Motel is already becoming an icon itself – before it’s even opened! Sign up now to get the latest info on when reservations begin because after the TV show airs, this place will book up fast.

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