Caliente Tropics Resort
http://www.orbitz.com/hotel/United_States--CA/Palm_Springs/Caliente_Tropics_Resort.h50136/
Hotel Overview
great getaway
Could use a restaurant! Or a bar =) but other thannnnnnnnnnnnn thatttttttt it was awesome
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ELRP
- Jun 4, 2013
Great Value
Most comfortable beds. Very clean. Only wish the shower curtain did not smell. Find that to be true...
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Tennis WE
- Mar 11, 2013
Polynesian-themed hotel with mountain views in Palm Springs
Caliente Tropics Resort is all about fun, relaxation and comfort. The hotel is one of the finest remaining examples of the Tiki and Polynesian-themed Palm Springs hotels built in the 1960s, and has hosted celebrities such as Elvis and Frank Sinatra. Updated for the 21st century with modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, Caliente Tropics Resort retains the zesty feel of a Tiki lounge, while extending luxury and convenience to guests. The hotel features one of the largest pools in the area, surrounded by cabanas and pool deck.
Highlights
- Tiki and Polynesian decor elements
- Free Wi-Fi in guest rooms and lobby
- One of the largest hotel pools in Palm Springs
Rooms
Caliente Tropics Resort guest rooms and suites give guests a sense of being in a tropical island setting. Polynesian-influenced furnishings give rooms a fun atmosphere. Every room features free Wi-Fi, coffee maker, 500 thread-count sheets, mini-fridge and free newspaper deliveries on weekdays. Suites offer a living room area with sofa sleeper and extra TV.
Property features
The swimming pool at Caliente Tropics Resort is one of the largest hotel pools in Palm Springs. Guests relax in the pool's cabanas, hot tub, or under an umbrella on the pool deck. A large lawn near the pool is ideal for throwing Frisbees or playing with pets. Barbeque grills are available, and the lawn offers enough space for picnics.
Caliente Tropics Resort is a pet-friendly hotel, and permits animals 35 pounds or fewer (fees apply). The hotel provides concierge services geared toward guests with pets, offering recommendations on pet-friendly activities, grooming parlors and pet-sitting services.
The views of the mountains towering over Caliente Tropics Resort are breathtaking, adding to the sense of natural beauty throughout the hotel. The hotel is also close to the middle of Palm Springs, restaurants, entertainment options and shopping.
Transportation
- Palm Springs International Airport (3 mi/5 km)
Nearby attractions
- Village of Palm Springs (1 mi/1.6 km)
- Indian Canyons (1.5 mi/2.4 km)
- Palm Springs Convention Center (2 mi/3.2 km)
Business
- Free Wi-Fi
- Meeting room
Caliente Tropics Resort Rooms
- Parlor Suites 2 Queen Beds
- Large Junior Suite with Two Queen Beds, and living room/sitting area, Room is complete with luxury mattress sets, high-quality linens, coffee maker and complimentary coffee, compact refrigerator, in-room safe, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, cable TV, wireless internet, ceiling fan, and air conditioning/heat.
- Parlor Suite King Bed
- Large One King bed Suite with private bedroom and living room area with NON- Sofa sleeper couch, with extra TV in bedroom. Room is complete with luxury mattress set, high-quality linens, coffee maker and complimentary coffee, compact refrigerator, in-room safe, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, cable TV, wireless internet, ceiling fan, and air conditioning/heat.
- Tahitian Lanai King
- Spacious room with One King bed , located in our Tahitian Lanai building that over looks the pool area. Room is complete with luxury mattress set, high-quality linens, coffee maker and complimentary coffee, compact refrigerator, in-room safe, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, cable TV, wireless internet, ceiling fan, and air conditioning/heat. This room is 2nd floor only.
- Tahitian Lanai Queen/Queen
- Spacious room with Two Queen beds, located in our Tahitian Lanai building that over looks the pool area. Room is complete with luxury mattress sets, high-quality linens, coffee maker and complimentary coffee, compact refrigerator, in-room safe, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, cable TV, wireless internet, ceiling fan, and air conditioning/heat. This room is 2nd floor only.
- Deluxe Queen Queen
- Spacious room with Two Queen beds. Room is complete with luxury mattress sets, high-quality linens, coffee maker and complimentary coffee, compact refrigerator, in-room safe, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, cable TV, wireless internet, ceiling fan, and air conditioning/heat.
- Deluxe King
- Spacious room with One King bed. Room is complete with luxury mattress set, high-quality linens, coffee maker and complimentary coffee, compact refrigerator, in-room safe, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, cable TV, wireless internet, ceiling fan, and air conditioning/heat.
- ADA
- A Spacious room with Two Double Beds, roll-in shower, walk-in closet off the bathroom. Wheelchair-level view hole in Front Door. Room is complete with luxury mattress sets, high-quality linens, coffee maker and complimentary coffee, compact refrigerator, in-room safe, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, cable TV, wireless internet, ceiling fan, and air conditioning/heat.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- FREE parking
- Outdoor pool
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- General
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Pets allowed
- Activities
- Outdoor pool
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Parking
- FREE parking
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Palm Springs, CA
- Nearby airports
- Palm Springs International (PSP) Ontario International Airport (ONT)
- Area description
- Just one mile from Palm Springs' village on the south end of Palm Springs. Spa Casino one mile, Tramway - 7.5 miles, Indian Canyons - 1.5 miles, Convention Center - 2 miles and Palm Springs Airport - 3 miles.
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.
Guest Reviews (265)
Ratings and reviews for Caliente Tropics Resort
- All travelers (265) 3.7 / 5
- Business (18) 4 / 5
- Couples (100) 3.5 / 5
- Families (56) 3.6 / 5
- Friends (29) 3.6 / 5
- Singles (33) 3.4 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (7) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.1
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3.9
- Value:
- 4.1
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Point
Basic motel
Swimming pool was a pleasant amaneity given the location (no beach) and climate (almost always sunny). Stayed three nights. Room make-up service did mot materialise on one day. This motel has seen better days. Lobby area and facilities are run down. It certainly is not an unpleasant place to stay.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
elvisfanatic
Very pleased indeed
Had not heard about Caliente from anyone, but took a chance. We were pleasantly surprised...very friendly staff, great location near downtown Palm Springs.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
ferengi
Palm Springs - relaxing oasis
Our stay in Palm Springs was great. We visited the Joshua Tree National Park which is amazing. We saw the sunset and did a great trail on the next day. The pool and Jacuzzi in the Caliente Tropics Resort were just perfect for our sore feet and we had a great time there. Its a great hotel for that price. Its a little bit off restaurants etc. but if you have a car its a great place to stay!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Koffi: Great coffe place for breakfast.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
NAVYwifeinCoronado
Pleasantly surprised.
We got a great rate online to stay at this hotel- right in the middle of Spring Break so of course I was a little nervous... but it turned out great! The room was pretty standard... but nice, and comfortable, the pool was wonderful, the staff were very accommodating, location was perfect... close to downtown and various hiking spots. The major drawback for me was that they had a beautiful lobby area that could have served as a nice cafe and a perfect bar area in the back overlooking the pool- but both areas were closed down... you could walk through- but there was nothing in there but dust, an empty bar and booths... what a bummer. Will it ever re-open?
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
CSmith12
Nice getaway weekend with the pup!
It was very pleasant. Our first time traveling with our puppy and he loved it! The rooms were nice and big. The pool area and dog park were very well kept. We will be coming back!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
We loved that we were able to walk to good restaurants. Twin Palms was great! And the coffee shop down the street.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
KevinMM
Hey it's Palm Springs
If you need to be close to town and don't golf this works. Staff was great. Pool area is very nice. Resort...sort of implies you don't need to leave for anything. There is no bar, there appears to have been one complete with a place for a band. No food, but you have a fridge and places to eat are close. They look like they are starting some upgrades. Decent place for the price. Would stay there again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Shanghai Red's for fish tacos!
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
The Even Couple
Find somewhere else.
Cons: No internet and no hot water in the room (just barely warm), stained carpet, no restaurant or bar open. Pros: comfy bed, friendly helpful staff and lovely pool. There are so many choices in Palm Springs, so there is no need to settle for less that fabulous.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Yennb
Average location OK
Required prepayment then you arrive and they require $100 fee added to your credit card when the room is trashed? I don't like that!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Catmatt
Mid century tiki cool
I really love the mid 60s style to this hotel. When we visited the restaurant/bar had not yet opened but we saw the decor and I think this is going to give the Ace a run for its money in hipster ranking. The rooms are comfortable and nicely decorated. Over all, the design re haul is impressive and the room prices are fantastic in comparison to other hotels. Get your floral shirts on and start sipping Pina coladas by the pool.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
There is no bar or restaurant open yet so take food and BBQ by the tiki huts.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Dissapointed Jim
FALSE ADVERTISING !!!!!
We booked this hotel after reading that they had a restaurant on site "Mexican" and a bar and also a pool bar on the weekends. When we arrived at the hotel looking around we did'nt see a restaurant, just booths where there could have been one at somepoint. We saw an inside bar and when my girlfiend went to take a look all that was there were bar stools but no bar. When we asked at the front desk if they had the restaurant and bars the check-in person looked totally suprised and said that they haven't had a bar nor restuarant for a long time. I mentioned it was on there own website !!! HUH?WE LEFT and went to the Riviera "AWESOME"
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 1