OverviewWell suited for guests who prefer a property with history, this tiki-style tropical hotel was built in 1964, and boasts former celebrity guests, including Elvis and the Rat Pack. Situated south of the downtown area, this property is better located for guests looking to explore the area by car.
This hotel is smoke free and all rooms include free Wi-Fi, a TV, a coffeemaker, a mini-fridge, a safe, a ceiling fan, an iron and ironing board, a hair dryer and individual climate control. This hotel does not have accessible rooms, however, this hotel has exterior corridors and some rooms are at ground level.
Free parking is available on site and pets under 60 lbs are permitted for an additional fee of $25 per night.
The Tropics Retreat, the on-site spa, offers massage, facials and body wraps. Other on-site amenities include an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a poolside bar, a BBQ area and a lawn area. This hotel does not have an on-site restaurant.
The entertainment and shopping district of downtown Palm Springs is a 5-minute drive away and includes the Plaza Theatre, the Palm Springs Art Museum, the Forever Marilyn Statue, the Palm Springs Convention Centre, shopping and restaurants.
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and the Desert Princess Country Club are both a 15-minute drive away. The Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is about 10 minutes away by car. (All driving time estimates: Google Maps)
The GoodAmong the reviews used for this analysis, many guests seemed to thoroughly enjoy their stay at this hotel.
Many guests described their rooms as clean, while several reviewers added that the rooms were quiet, well appointed, spacious and generally comfortable. A few guests specifically mentioned that the beds were comfortable.
The staff were frequently complimented for their friendly and helpful service. One reviewer said, "the great customer service is what brings me back to this hotel."
Many reviewers enjoyed the on-site pool area, while a few guests mentioned that the surrounding grounds were well maintained and landscaped.
Several guests thought that the room rates were reasonable and that the hotel offered good value.
Several reviewers found the location convenient for exploring the area by car, while a couple of guests found restaurants nearby.
Expedia.ca gave this hotel an average score of 4.1 out of 5, with 90% of 2,008 guests recommending the property.
TripAdvisor.ca ranked this hotel #21 out of 68 hotels in Palm Springs, with an average score of 4 out of 5, from 804 reviews.
