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The add-on bar can keep you hydrated throughout, playing party music and hosting happy hours for socialising with fellow guests. Get in touch with nature and go hiking, biking, rock climbing, and more.

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Welcome Back To 1955

Originally constructed in 1955, the Skylark Hotel Palm Springs has been meticulously restored to nuance the style and character of the mid-century modern era.

Local Eats & Drinks

Some of the best and most iconic restaurants and bars in the area are located just minutes from The Skylark Hotel.

Parker Palm Springs

For a 5-star weekend in Southern California, Parker Palm Springs has it all. The Hacienda Palm Springs has a staff to guest ratio of 1:1 meaning that there’ll always be someone at your beck and call, for cocktails, snacks and birthday requests at will. The hotel’s aesthetic is a nod to mid-century modern design, with sleek lines, minimalist interiors, and artful touches that appeal to the fashion-forward luxury traveller.

Avalon’s three sparkling pools, full-service spa, and al fresco dining at Chi Chi restaurant create a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere.

Discover more gay resorts and hotels in Greater Palm Springs.

Forgive us for gushing about this fine SoCal destination, but we’ve got to say that Palm Springs must be our all-time ride or die. Though the retreat itself feels secluded, it’s just a short drive from Palm Springs’ vibrant gay nightlife, including hotspots along Palm Canyon Drive.

Our Market Pool sits in the epicenter of our grounds, while our Mountain Pool is tucked between guest rooms with the ideal sun and shade balance.

Space to Unwind

Leave better than you arrived and book a traditional massage or energy-restoring reiki session in our Private Spa Treatment Room, available in 60 or 90-minute appointments.

HARRIET'S

Join us at Harriet's for breakfast and coffee served daily.

Sensei Porcupine Creek

For travellers seeking a serene retreat with an emphasis on wellness and luxury, Sensei Porcupine Creek delivers an extraordinary experience. Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel

Number 10 on our list is Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel, in amongst it all on a busy corner in downtown.

Besides the view, The Hacienda lies in proximity to the desert and a number of the region’s best national parks, including stargazing paradise Joshua Tree National Park.

Photo: The Hacienda At Warm Sands

2. A place where inclusion and pool-side luxury go together like tequila and lime, Palm Springs is pretty much the Disneyland of gay culture.

Known for its LGBTQ inclusivity, Avalon Hotel & Bungalows is ideal for those wanting a blend of luxury, privacy, and proximity to Palm Springs’ best gay-friendly spots.

Richard Neutra’s Kaufmann Desert House | Photo: David Everett Strickler

10. Avalon Hotel & Bungalows Palm Springs

Set amidst four acres of lush gardens, Avalon Hotel & Bungalows offers an intimate and upscale hideaway just minutes from the bustling gay nightlife of Palm Springs.

If you’re looking for a bit more thrills, Palm Springs is also home to some of the best golf courses in the country, plus there’s a whole desert of outdoor adventures to be had. Every inch of the space breathes tranquillity, across the deluxe suites, steaming outside spa and sleek lounge areas dressed with cacti, palm trees and peachy sunset views. Through Mr Hudson, unlock a world of privileges at the world’s most prestigious properties—including gourmet breakfasts, priority suite upgrades, and generous resort credits.

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Photo: Santiago Resort

A gay resort in Palm Springs where you can get your kit off is the Santiago Resort, a mid-century modernist build right at the foot of the San Jacinto mountains