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Desert Riviera Hotel

610 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, Greater Palm Springs, CA 92264-8810
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#1 of 77 hotels in Palm Springs
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2023 Travellers' Choice Best of the Best
Amazing renovation of a beautiful vintage property, that takes you back to the old Palm Springs feel. Panoramic view of the San Jacinto mountains, impressing clean and manicured gardens. Sparkling pool and hot tub and poolside guest barbecue. Personal attention to every guest, Customer Service is #1. Come feel the vibe. (ADULTS ONLY PROPERTY)
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Bicycles available
Hiking
Photo copier / fax In business centre
Adults only
Street parking
Wifi
Hot bath
Pool / beach towels
Swimming pool toys
Pool with view
Adult pool
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Snack bar
Horseback riding
Aerobics offsite
Bowling offsite
Walking tours
Water park offsite
Board games / puzzles
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Gift shop
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
First aid kit
Umbrella
Express check-in / check-out
Private check-in / check-out
Clothes dryer
Self-serve laundry
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Room features
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Interconnected rooms available
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Sofa bed
Bath / shower
Safe
Seating area
Separate dining area
Separate living room
Sofa
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Iron
Private bathrooms
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Mountain view
Pool view
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
3.5 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Green
Romantic
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
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Beth N wrote a review Feb 2024
2 contributions1 helpful vote
The kind, friendly welcome at check in set the tone for an amazing stay at this property! The rooms are spacious with a retro mid century design (with some original details included) which my husband and I both appreciated. So many thoughtful details made our stay a pleasant one - small bowl of snacks, a couple La Croix in fridge, welcome beverage at check in, great toiletries, to mention a few. Pool area is beautifully maintained and the outdoor kitchen that’s available for use help to give you that indoor/outdoor living that those of us from the colder area’s only dream about this time of year! Looking forward to coming back in November!
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Ferguson13 wrote a review Sept 2022
Surrey, United Kingdom33 contributions41 helpful votes
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Outstanding all the way. Stayed 3 nights here and enjoyed absolutely everything about it. The team are so friendly, helpful and very welcoming. Especially when your greeted at check in with the words cold BEER! The rooms have a retro decor, they are spacious with a lovely comfy bed and amazing A/C. Good sized and fully equipped kitchenette. Pool area is lovely. Loads of sun beds and chairs. BBQ, oven for pizza’s etc…. All on hand near the pool. Always immaculately clean and tidy. Breakfast is set up around 7.30. It includes a selection of yogurt’s, pastries, breads, tea, coffee and juice. Just go for yourself and find out. You should love it and all it’s charm as we did.
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 14 Sept 2022
We really enjoyed meeting you and are hoping to be offering another BEER to you soon! Thank you for your great review!
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BJC wrote a review Jan 2024
10 contributions5 helpful votes
This is an outstanding hotel. It is spotlessly clean, the pool and hot tub great, and everything is done professionally throughout the day. Also complimentary popcorn and margaritas at sundown! But what makes it unique is the friendliness and kindness of the staff who go out of their way to create a community of friends. Special thanks to Steven the fabulous host - hope we get back sometime
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Date of stay: January 2024
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TravelsWithTJ wrote a review Jan 2024
Eagan, Minnesota16 contributions34 helpful votes
This hotel is just THE BEST. It has everything you need and is clean, quiet and a great location. We have stayed here before and will stay again in the future. We love that it is adults only and is only 11 rooms so more of a boutique feel. The pool is awesome and heated and never crowded. There is an outdoor grill area with a fire pit and tv so you can watch the game while still soaking up the warm CA air. We love all of the hummingbirds. The coffee and continental breakfast is perfect to get you going in the morning. Highly recommend this hotel.
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
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mel0dyl2014 wrote a review Dec 2023
9 contributions4 helpful votes
My favorite place to stay in Palm Springs. The ambiance is perfect "Palm Springs" and everyone who works there is very friendly and makes your feel welcomed. Our friends have started coming here as well. And they have bikes too that you can borrow and ride around and take in the beautiful views and mid century homes!
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Responded 2 Jan 2024
Thank you so much for coming to stay with us and for the great review. We really hope to see you again soon!
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2018CDN wrote a review Dec 2023
Calgary, Canada73 contributions21 helpful votes
Very cute, small hotel. Makes you feel at home there. Friendly staff. Breakfast is good - coffee, lots of breads, yogurt, granola, etc. The hotel and the grounds are very clean and well maintained. Many restaurants within a 20 minute walk. Free, convenient parking.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 20 Dec 2023
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay with us. Hopefully you will come visit us again soon.
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MAMCalgary wrote a review Dec 2023
Brisbane, Australia154 contributions118 helpful votes
We were in town for a wedding and didn't want to stay at a big noisy hotel. We were so happy that we chose the Desert Riviera. It was more than we could ever have wished for. We were greeted by Steve, who immediately made us feel welcome. He showed us where to find 24hr coffee and drinks (hot and cold) and then took us to our room. It was spacious and well stocked. There was a lovely welcome bowl filled with hiking foods, electrolyte powder and snacks. There was a kitchenette with a Keurig and accompaniments. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable . The bathroom was clean, bright and well stocked, shower, no bath. (we knew about this and it was just fine). There are only 8 rooms of which 7 face the heated pool. There were clean, comfortable loungers, lots of clean soft towels, pool noodles and floaters, whatever one wanted for the water. There are cruiser bikes (we took a couple of long bike rides), golf clubs, books, movies....all included in your hotel stay. The breakfast is continental, bagels, toast, muffins, cereal, granola, hard boiled eggs, yoghurt, fruit, jams, danishes. You can eat these at the tables on the patio outside your room or lazing around the fire pit or at the dining table in your room. The cleaning staff are meticulous in their work, and also very friendly. Steve, Corbin and Tracy at the front office were all most pleasant and most helpful. I would not stay anywhere else ....we even brought over a few friends from the wedding to come and see "our place" and they wished they had booked here instead of their more expensive hotels with less amenities.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Room Tip: all rooms face the pool are bright and airy. It's a small hotel so the pool never feels...
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Responded 14 Dec 2023
It was a pleasure talking to you and hope you come and see us again, next time you are in the area.
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IxChel3300 wrote a review Dec 2023
Sacramento, California234 contributions113 helpful votes
This hotel is excellent! Done in 50s kitsch, like much of Palm Springs, the hotel and grounds are beautifully maintained. Rooms are comfortable and well appointed. Breakfast is nothing fancy, but quite good. Housekeeping was beyond reproach. You could eat off of the floor once they finished. Our only complaint was the day we decided to take it easy and relax by the pool, some guy played this Andean-Enya-zephyr pan flute crap…all day long! We were told he was hired by the owner. Dear owner, silence is golden! If guests want to listen to music, we have various devices and headphones for this purpose.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 14 Dec 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us and thank you for the review. Hope to see you again another time soon.
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You don't say wrote a review Nov 2023
Boston, Massachusetts11 contributions7 helpful votes
We stayed here for the second time and were just as impressed this time around. It's so quiet and adorable. The hotel is very chill. And the staff are so nice and helpful. The heated pool makes a huge difference. And the other guests were very nice.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Room Tip: All the rooms except #8 have lots of natural light.
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Responded 14 Dec 2023
We are so happy you came to stay with us again. Hopefully we will see you again very soon!
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postcardnyc wrote a review Nov 2023
New York City, New York1 contribution
We were so glad to have chosen this hotel, thanks to all the great reviews. It was so much to our liking. Sparkling clean (thank you, housekeeping), comfortable and attractive accommodations with a well stocked kitchenette (toaster, Keurig). Homey and relaxed atmosphere outdoors and poolside. Lots of amenities. Great coffee and continental breakfast. The staff are super friendly and go over the top to make your stay special. They do nice things all day (big thanks to Terry) and we appreciated the generosity. Traci and Steve made sure to greet all of the guests daily and engage us in lively and welcoming conversation. Steve also gave us great info to plan our days in and around Palm Springs.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 20 Nov 2023
Thank you so much for your review. We really do hope to see you again and again.
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₹26,778 - ₹30,177 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Riviera Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Desert Riviera Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Social Cycle (1.2 km), Moorten Botanical Garden (0.5 km), and Antique Galleries of Palm Springs (1.1 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Desert Riviera Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Desert Riviera Hotel?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Desert Riviera Hotel?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, barbeque facilities, and complimentary tea during their stay.
Is parking available at Desert Riviera Hotel?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Desert Riviera Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Miro's Restaurant, Koffi South, and Elmer's Restaurant - Palm Springs.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Desert Riviera Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Desert Riviera Hotel?
Yes, self serve laundry and a clothes dryer are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Desert Riviera Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Desert Riviera Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Indian Canyons (3.7 km), Village Green Heritage Center (2.2 km), and McCallum Adobe (2.2 km).
Does Desert Riviera Hotel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.