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Desert Hills - 21 and Over - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel

Property class: 2.5

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a vase, and a view of a pool and outdoor seating area.
A desert-themed building with a sign reading "Desert Hills."
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a small table, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A modern kitchen with a large window, a brick wall, and a view of a pool and palm trees.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $191
$170 nightly
$191 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30

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601 W Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA, 92262
  • Place, San Jacinto Mountains
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Palm Springs Art Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza Theatre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a vase, and a view of a pool and outdoor seating area.

Vintage King, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Modern King, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Suite, One Bedroom, Kitchenette, Patio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a vase, and a view of a pool and outdoor seating area.

King Suite, Kitchenette, Patio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Palm Springs

With a stay at Desert Hills - 21 and Over - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel in Palm Springs (Historic Tennis Club), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Palm Springs Convention Center and San Jacinto Mountains. .This hotel is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Palm Canyon.

What's nearby

  • San Jacinto Mountains - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Palm Springs Art Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Plaza Theatre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Agua Caliente Cultural Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 16 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks Reserve - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lulu California Bistro - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Las Casuelas Terraza - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sammy G's Tuscan Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rooftop 262 Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Desert Hills - 21 and Over - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel

Desert Hills - 21 and Over - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. This Palm Springs hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 15 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and bathrobes. Conveniences include safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and microwave in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Bicycle tours
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Virtual front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Built in 1956
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 45.00
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 45.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [562 W Are=nas Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262]
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 21 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 45.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 45.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access
Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

Desert Hills
Desert Hills Adults Only
Desert Hills 21 And Over Hotel
Desert Hills- 21 and Over Hotel
Desert Hills- 21 and Over Palm Springs
Desert Hills- 21 and Over Hotel Palm Springs

Desert Hills - 21 and Over - A Town & Desert Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 225 out of 293 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 293 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 293 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 293 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 293 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed and pillows, easy parking, big pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, comfortable, very quiet, great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a awesome place to stay and very close to town but in a safe and quiet location Will definitely be staying here again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will come stay here again, the staff are amazing, and a very clean place.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, wonderful pool
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, very quiet place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was 10/10. Private, clean but what really stood out to me was the customer service. The staff was amazing and I genuinely couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Can’t wait to book again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the mid century modern architecture and location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Desert Hills was a perfect hotel for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My favorite stay anywhere

It was absolutely beautiful, clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful time! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is a hidden gem! Clean, comfortable and quiet. The view of the mountains is outstanding. Communication from the owners was excellent. We loved watching the birds at the fountain. Very easy parking and access to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Retro and quiet

Loved the retro feel and quiet environment. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a favorite in Palm Springs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Preserved architecture, stunning views, peaceful and close to all
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet place, in great area of palm springs
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mid Century Modern Motel

Great location, wonderful space
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a cute and quiet place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Desert oasis

Beautiful property excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved how quiet and peaceful it was.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very responsive, great to work with. Location is walkable to restaurants/museums/trails etc! Location cannot be beat! Ample on site parking. Very spacious one bedroom apartment. Great extras - snacks, drinks, coffee pods. Furnishings are a bit tired.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great time !

We had a great time at pool . Room was nice , we will be back for sure
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025