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Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
39 reviews
Great Place

My husband and I were really happy and surprised. What a great place to stay! Small, quaint,... See full review

  • Donna Do
  • May 21, 2012
A True Oasis In The Desert

We spent three nights at the Colony Palms. The staff was extremely attentive and helpful. The hotel... See full review

  • First Time In The Desert
  • Mar 11, 2012
Elegant, chic luxury spa and resort close to downtown Palm Springs

Chic and elegant, Colony Palms Hotel offers a distinctive spa experience in a historic space. Once owned by a reputed mobster in the 1930s, the extensively renovated hotel now boasts stunningly decorated rooms with luxurious furnishings and abundant amenities. The Spanish colonial-style facade welcomes guests into an oasis of sumptuous tranquility. Beautifully landscaped courtyards encourage lounging and abundant amenities make guests feel like Hollywood royalty.

  • Within walking distance of downtown Palm Springs
  • Historic property
  • Luxurious, distinctive guest room decor
  • Recent extensive renovations

Colony Palms Hotel is within easy walking distance of downtown Palm Springs, an area renowned for its many shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Colony Palms Hotel features guest rooms that are bright and colorful, with decor inspired by Spanish and Moroccan influences. Stunning artwork and eye-catching wall hangings welcome guests into rooms that feel designed for Hollywood royalty. Every room offers pillow-top mattresses, luxurious comforters, fine Italian linens, oversized shower, high-definition LCD television, iPod docking station, wireless Internet, in-room safe and bathrobes.

 

The hotel's finest accommodation, the Palme d'Or Residence, features two floors, panoramic views of the gardens and pool, private garden terraces, spacious outdoor Jacuzzi tub, living room, office and baby grand piano.

Colony Palms Hotel boasts a notable history. The hotel opened in 1936, under the management of a reputed mobster, and offered a speakeasy and brothel in addition to traditional lodging. The subsequent owners freshened up the property, drawing Hollywood celebrities looking for a desert retreat.

 

The hotel has been named as part of Conde Nast Traveler's "Hot List." Travel + Leisure has listed the hotel as one of its "20 Dream Escapes."

The hotel's restaurant, Purple Palm Restaurant & Bar, is a casual, gorgeously decorated space where guests enjoy Mediterranean-inspired dishes.

Guests have abundant opportunities for relaxation at Colony Palms Hotel. The hotel's Moroccan-inspired spa features massage, body treatments and facials. A large pool and sun deck is surrounded by exquisite landscaping, and guests can lounge in the sun while taking in views of nearby mountains.

  • Palm Springs International Airport (2.4 mi/3.9 km)

  • Village of Palm Springs (1.6 mi/2.6 km)
  • Rancho Mirage, Cathedral City (6.7 mi/10.7 km)

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Wireless Internet access 

Policies and fees

  • Resort charge of $24 USD per room, per night. Charge includes wireless Internet, daily newspaper and poolside coffee before 9:00 a.m.
  • Resort charge includes self parking during week and valet parking on weekends
  • Utility charge of $1.25 USD per room, per night
  • Dogs under 40 pounds are welcome for a $100 USD charge per pet per stay. Dogs must be reserved in advance in a room with a patio

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Colony Palms Hotel Rooms

Deluxe 2 Queen
The Deluxe 2 Queen Room offers 2 Queen Beds pillow-top mattresses covered by feather duvets and fine Italian linens, signature oversized shower, high definition LCD, TV, on demand music and movies, iPod docking station, wireless internet, in room safe, bathrobes, hairdryer, ironing board and mini bar. Our rooms are 100% non smoking.
Superior King
The Superior guest room is a touch smaller than the Deluxe guest rooms and features the same amenities: 1 King Bed with pillow-top mattresses covered by feather duvets and fine Italian linens, signature oversized shower, high definition LCD, TV, on demand music and movies, iPod docking station, wireless internet, in room safe, bathrobes, hairdryer, ironing board and mini bar. Our rooms are 100% non smoking.
Casita
The Casita features private outdoor jacuzzi bathtub and seating area in addition to the King Bed with pillow-top mattresses covered by feather duvets and fine Italian linens, signature oversized shower, high definition LCD, TV, on demand music and movies, iPod docking station, wireless internet, in room safe, bathrobes, hairdryer, ironing board and mini bar.
Colony King
The Colony guest rooms feature all the luxuries of Superior rooms but with limited views. 1 King Bed with pillow-top mattresses covered by feather duvets and fine Italian linens, signature oversized shower, high definition LCD, TV, on demand music and movies, iPod docking station, wireless internet, in room safe, bathrobes, hairdryer, ironing board and mini bar.
Deluxe King
The Deluxe Guest Room offers 1 King Bed with pillow-top mattresses covered by feather duvets and fine Italian linens, signature oversized shower, high definition LCD, TV, on demand music and movies, iPod docking station, wireless internet, in room safe, bathrobes, hairdryer, ironing board and mini bar. Our rooms are 100% non smoking.

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Hotel Map

Area served
Palm Springs, CA
Nearby airports
(PSP)Palm Springs International Airport
Area description
The Colony Palms Hotel is located in downtown Palm Springs, an easy walk to shops, restaurants and nightlife.

Amenities

  • Concierge
  • Fitness center
  • Free parking
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Pets allowed
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Spa services
  • Wireless Internet

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1600
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (39)

Ratings and reviews for Colony Palms Hotel

Overall score

4.2 / 5
39 out of 39
Amenities:
4.1
Room cleanliness:
4.5
Hotel staff:
4.3
Room comfort:
4.3
Location:
4.4
Value:
3.9

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Reviewer score

4
Donna Do
Seattle
May 21, 2012

Great Place

My husband and I were really happy and surprised. What a great place to stay! Small, quaint, quiet......... good vibe, everyone was very nice and friendly. We are definitely going to go back for sure!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Distintive Home- Great shop!

Review of Colony Palms Hotel

Reviewer score

5
First Time In The Desert
Chicago, IL, USA
Mar 11, 2012

A True Oasis In The Desert

We spent three nights at the Colony Palms. The staff was extremely attentive and helpful. The hotel was such a relaxing retreat that we had to tear ourselves away from the pool/spa/gardens to go out and explore town!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: In Hotel

Don't overlook the hotel's restaurant -- you won't regret it.

Review of Colony Palms Hotel

Reviewer score

4
LSMSM
Portland, OR, USA
Dec 13, 2011

Charming Hotel

It is a nicely renovated old hotel located in downtown Palm Springs. It has a beautiful courtyard with a swimming pool and an outdoor fireplace. The room was nice and the bedding was great. My wife is considering tracing down the vendor. Free parking is available around the hotel. The staff has been very helpful during our stay. The hotel has a character that is just not there in large chain hotels. The restaurant is pricey, but it overlooks the courtyard.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Check out Miro's Restaurant

Review of Colony Palms Hotel

Reviewer score

5
weirdflamingo
San Francisco, CA
Oct 22, 2011

3 days in paradise

I went for a much-needed rest & the Palms provided everything I needed: a very comfortable room, quiet, discreet staff, idyllic gardens, wonderful pool & jacuzzi. As an early riser, I particularly appreciated the 7 am coffee & newspaper , which I enjoyed while gazing at the spectacular mountains. The hotel is within easy walking distance of downtown & of a couple of exceptional restaurants: Cheeky's for breakfast, Birba for dinner. No pool toys allowed, & no boisterous guests! Wonderful!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

See above for two excellent restaurants, although P.S. is full of them.

Review of Colony Palms Hotel

Reviewer score

4
MikeKristine
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
Sep 21, 2011

Desert getaway!

It was a cute little secluded getaway in the middle of the desert. Staff was friendly and massages were well worth it! Definitely will come back!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Colony Palms Hotel

Reviewer score

3
Ariel
Burbank, CA, USA
Aug 19, 2011

Colony Palms Hotel

The room was on the small side (compared to what you normally get in Palm Springs) but I was lured by the Spanish/Moroccan motif advertisement on the websight. The pool area looked beautiful but the pool was not as big as I expected, and because of all the plants and flowers around the pool, be prepared for a lot of bugs, flies on your skin while you lay out. I would give it a B- if I were to give it a grade.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
1
Review of Colony Palms Hotel

Reviewer score

3
Travel King
Corona, CA
Jul 31, 2011

Not a $300 a Night Hotel

I would pay no more than $120 a night for this hotel. The grounds were clean and very well maintained and the pool/restraunt area was nice The room was clean, but it was small and old and some of the fixtures did not work properly (i.e. the lights and switches were not working properly, the shower head was not working properly, & the toilet seat wouldn't stay up) and why would one need a down comforter in Palm Springs? Plus our room was right on a busy street and there was pronounced traffic noise all night. It was a nice hotel, but nothing spectacular, and definately not a resort that I would pay $300 plus a night for a room. I personally would not recommend this hotel at the prices they were charging.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
2
Review of Colony Palms Hotel

Reviewer score

5
PRISON GIRLS
CORONA/NORCO
Jul 13, 2011

ESCAPE

THE BEST SECRET IN PALM SPRINGS. I ENCOURAGE ANYONE WHO WANTS TO RELAX AND NEVER HAVE TO LEAVE TO GO TO THIS SECRET GARDEN. DRINKS, FOOD, SERVIVE ON POINT. [...] THE BEST HOSTS EVER. EVEN WHEN IT COMES TO GETTING WATER FOR YOUR FOUR LEGGED FRIEND. YOU MUST GO ONCE AND YOU WILL THEN GO FOR A LIFETIME

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Colony Palms Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Picky Dude
San Diego, CA
May 23, 2011

Perfect Getaway from May gray!

My Partner and I needed a reprieve from San Diego's "May gray" and decided on Palm Springs. Here are some reasons why I recommend Colony Palms. 1. Location - Downtown by shops/restaurants. 2. Landscape - Arranged for privacy. 3. Guests - Mature, professional, quiet (not recommended to bring children unless they are furry, can be crated, and walk on all fours. 4. Room Decor - Simple, progressive, clean. 6. Staff - Friendly, accommodating. 7. Cost - Pricey but worth every penny. 8. Parking - Free Valet, until 10pm but no problem finding parking otherwise. This is our new getaway!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Colony Palms Hotel

Reviewer score

4
CK
Danville, CA
Apr 11, 2011

Colony Palms 4-2011

This was our 2ed trip to Colony Palms after falling in love with the hotel last year. The location is perfect for walking to downtown and not having to worry about driving or finding a place to park. The pool with all of the private areas is special as well as the spa and firepit. [...] We will be returning hopefully after Thanksgiving.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
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