El Paseo Palm Springs, California
Opened
2018
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Wellness SocialOutside the door
The house
MarriottDesert modernist hangout
Mid-century lines frame mountain views, while fire pits, lawn games, and cruiser bikes create a relaxed desert social hub.
What it’s good at
Notable
Mid-century desert architecture features an angular porte-cochère, Calacatta marble floors, and a custom Jesus Garcia glass chandelier.
Listed
House of Hudson Day Spa offers customized bodywork alongside a recovery room with cold plunge and infrared sauna.
Listed
Larkspur Grill hosts live music four nights weekly, opening onto a backyard lawn with fire pits and games.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The shops, art galleries, and restaurants along El Paseo sit just steps away against the backdrop of the desert valley.
The rooms
Balconies look toward the San Jacinto Mountains, while interiors feature cool desert tones, spa-inspired bathrooms, and local artwork.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Bright yellow umbrellas and private cabanas line the outdoor swimming pool and heated whirlpool hot tub.
The spa and gym
House of Hudson Day Spa has an infrared sauna and cold plunge. The fitness studio adds Peloton bikes and a reformer.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Larkspur Grill serves California classics on a terrace facing the mountains, and Lemon Drop pours drinks by the pool.
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Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.