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Hotels in Palm Springs

Our shortlist of hotels in Palm Springs, California: every qualifying property within 10 miles of the centre, with the reason behind each pick.

  • 42 qualifying stays
  • 10 mile radius

Palm Springs is low-rise, mid-century and built around courtyards. The San Jacinto mountains sit directly behind the town, so mountain views are a matter of which way the property faces rather than how high it is. Pools here are not an amenity, they are the layout - most of the classic small hotels are organised around one.

Areas covered: Downtown Palm Springs, Uptown Design District, Movie Colony, Deepwell, Cathedral City.

Selection radius: properties within 10 miles of the centre of Palm Springs, measured from coordinates in our source data.

42 qualifying stays reviewed. 12 made this shortlist.

We start from every hotel, inn, resort, lodge and bed & breakfast in our United States dataset that scores 8.5 or higher on Booking.com with at least 100 guest reviews. For this page we then looked only at properties in Palm Springs. See how we select hotels.

The shortlist

Ranked by Charming Score, independent properties first. Every figure below comes from our Booking.com data export (August 2026).

9.4 Charming ScoreLes Cactus, Palm Springs, CA

Les Cactus

Palm Springs, CA

9.5 guest rating from 726 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • Pool

Why it made the list726 reviews average out at 9.5 - high enough to clear our Palm Springs cut-off comfortably. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel with a pool. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Well-rated, no-surprises stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and no star rating is published for this property.

Indicative rate from $260 per night

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9.2 Charming ScoreAgua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage, Rancho Mirage, CA

Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage

Rancho Mirage, CA

9.0 guest rating from 445 Booking.com reviews

  • Resort
  • Independent
  • 4-star
  • Pool
  • Spa & wellness

Why it made the list445 reviews average out at 9.0 - high enough to clear our Palm Springs cut-off comfortably. Booking.com lists it as an independent resort, rated 4 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and an on-site restaurant.

Best for: Slow, restorative stays - Pool days and longer stays

Know before you book: Our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $228 per night

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9.2 Charming ScoreMahala- 21 and Over, Palm Springs, CA

Mahala- 21 and Over

Palm Springs, CA

9.4 guest rating from 333 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • 4-star
  • Pool
  • Terrace

Why it made the list333 reviews average out at 9.4 - high enough to clear our Palm Springs cut-off comfortably. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 4 stars with a pool and a terrace.

Best for: Well-rated, no-surprises stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $242 per night

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9.2 Charming ScoreLittle Paradise Hotel, Palm Springs, CA

Little Paradise Hotel

Palm Springs, CA

9.4 guest rating from 312 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • 4-star
  • Pool
  • Terrace

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.4 over 312 reviews, which is what put it on the Palm Springs shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 4 stars with a pool and a terrace.

Best for: Well-rated, no-surprises stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $200 per night

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9.1 Charming ScoreEl Noa Noa, Palm Springs, CA

El Noa Noa

Palm Springs, CA

9.3 guest rating from 259 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • 5-star
  • Pool
  • Terrace

Why it made the listA 9.3 guest rating across 259 reviews is among the strongest Palm Springs returns in our source data. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 5 stars with a pool and a terrace.

Best for: Well-rated, no-surprises stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $215 per night

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9.1 Charming ScoreDive Palm Springs, Palm Springs, CA

Dive Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

9.2 guest rating from 336 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • 4-star
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly

Why it made the listIt ranks #6 of the 42 qualifying Palm Springs properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 4 stars with a pool and a bar.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $251 per night

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9.0 Charming ScoreKorakia Pensione, Palm Springs, CA

Korakia Pensione

Palm Springs, CA

9.4 guest rating from 298 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • Pool
  • Terrace

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.4 over 298 reviews, which is what put it on the Palm Springs shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 3 stars with a pool and a terrace. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Well-rated, no-surprises stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $472 per night

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9.0 Charming Scorethe Weekend Palm Springs, Palm Springs, CA

the Weekend Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

9.5 guest rating from 222 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • Pool
  • Terrace
  • Pet friendly

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.5 over 222 reviews, which is what put it on the Palm Springs shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel with a pool and a terrace. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $394 per night

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9.0 Charming ScoreVilla Royale, Palm Springs, CA

Villa Royale

Palm Springs, CA

9.2 guest rating from 224 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • 4-star
  • Restaurant
  • Terrace

Why it made the listA 9.2 guest rating across 224 reviews is among the strongest Palm Springs returns in our source data. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 4 stars with an on-site restaurant, a bar and a terrace. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets - City breaks with dinner on site

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $266 per night

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8.9 Charming ScoreDesert Riviera Hotel, Palm Springs, CA

Desert Riviera Hotel

Palm Springs, CA

9.6 guest rating from 192 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • Pool

Why it made the listIt ranks #10 of the 42 qualifying Palm Springs properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 3 stars with a pool. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Well-rated, no-surprises stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $317 per night

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8.9 Charming ScoreARRIVE Palm Springs - Adults Only, Palm Springs, CA

ARRIVE Palm Springs - Adults Only

Palm Springs, CA

8.8 guest rating from 435 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • 4-star
  • Pool
  • Restaurant

Why it made the list435 reviews average out at 8.8 - high enough to clear our Palm Springs cut-off comfortably. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 4 stars with a pool, an on-site restaurant and a bar. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets - City breaks with dinner on site

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $344 per night

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8.9 Charming ScoreOnsen Hotel and Spa, Desert Hot Springs, CA

Onsen Hotel and Spa

Desert Hot Springs, CA

8.9 guest rating from 333 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • 4-star
  • Pool
  • Spa & wellness

Why it made the listIt ranks #12 of the 42 qualifying Palm Springs properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 4 stars with a pool and spa and wellness facilities.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Slow, restorative stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $155 per night

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8.9 Charming ScoreLa Maison Hotel - Adults Only, Palm Springs, CA

La Maison Hotel - Adults Only

Palm Springs, CA

9.2 guest rating from 275 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • 5-star

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.2 over 275 reviews, which is what put it on the Palm Springs shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 5 stars. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Well-rated, no-surprises stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed.

Indicative rate from $304 per night

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8.9 Charming ScoreDrift Palm Springs, a Member of Design Hotels, Palm Springs, CA

Drift Palm Springs, a Member of Design Hotels

Palm Springs, CA

9.2 guest rating from 245 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Terrace

Why it made the list245 reviews average out at 9.2 - high enough to clear our Palm Springs cut-off comfortably. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel with a pool, an on-site restaurant and a bar. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Well-rated, no-surprises stays

Know before you book: No star rating is published for this property and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $374 per night

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8.8 Charming ScoreFleur Noire Hotel, Palm Springs, CA

Fleur Noire Hotel

Palm Springs, CA

8.9 guest rating from 250 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • 4-star
  • Pool
  • Restaurant

Why it made the listA 8.9 guest rating across 250 reviews is among the strongest Palm Springs returns in our source data. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 4 stars with a pool, an on-site restaurant and a bar. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets - City breaks with dinner on site

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $290 per night

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8.8 Charming ScoreHotel California, Palm Springs, CA

Hotel California

Palm Springs, CA

9.3 guest rating from 218 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • Pool
  • Terrace

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.3 over 218 reviews, which is what put it on the Palm Springs shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 3 stars with a pool and a terrace. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Well-rated, no-surprises stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $283 per night

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8.8 Charming ScoreHoliday House Palm Springs, Palm Springs, CA

Holiday House Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

9.3 guest rating from 161 Booking.com reviews

  • Hotel
  • Independent
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Pet friendly

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.3 over 161 reviews, which is what put it on the Palm Springs shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 3 stars with a pool, an on-site restaurant and a bar. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $442 per night

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8.8 Charming ScoreDesert Isle Resort, Palm Springs, CA

Desert Isle Resort

Palm Springs, CA

9.0 guest rating from 292 Booking.com reviews

  • Resort
  • Independent
  • Pool
  • Spa & wellness
  • Terrace

Why it made the listA 9.0 guest rating across 292 reviews is among the strongest Palm Springs returns in our source data. Booking.com lists it as an independent resort, rated 3 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and a terrace.

Best for: Pool days and longer stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $235 per night

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Common questions

When is the best time to visit Palm Springs?

October to May. Summer daytime temperatures regularly pass 100F, which is why so many properties are built around shaded courtyards and pools.

How many hotels in Palm Springs made this shortlist?

42 properties cleared our criteria and 12 are shown above, ranked by Charming Score. The highest-scoring is Les Cactus at 9.4, with a 9.5 guest rating from 726 Booking.com reviews.

What do these stays cost?

Indicative nightly rates for the shortlist run from about $155 to $472 in our data export. Rates move with date, season and availability, so the figure on each card is a starting point rather than a quote.

What is the Charming Score?

It is our own 0-10 selection score, not a guest rating. It combines the Booking.com guest score (45%), review volume (20%), property class (10%), amenity fit (10%), independence and property character (10%) and price positioning (5%). The full method is published on the Charming Score page.

Have you stayed at these hotels?

No, and we do not pretend otherwise. Our selections come from guest data, property facts and location, not from first-hand visits. Our editorial policy explains exactly what we do and do not claim.