Palm Springs, California: The Luxury Travel Atlas City Play List
Welcome to our curated guide to the sun-drenched and stylish oasis of Palm Springs. This iconic desert city is a playground for the luxury traveler, blending old Hollywood glamour with a vibrant modern aesthetic. Beyond the famous mid-century architecture and endless sunshine, Palm Springs offers a sophisticated scene for dining, nightlife, and unique adventures.
This City Playlist is your passport to the best of Palm Springs. We’ve handpicked the finest restaurants in Palm Springs, from hidden culinary gems serving authentic Italian and Japanese cuisine to iconic institutions that transport you back to the golden age of cinema. Discover chic cocktail bars, exclusive hotel hideaways, and the most sought-after spots for a memorable meal.
Your perfect stay awaits with our selection of luxury hotels in Palm Springs. Whether you crave a secluded bungalow at a historic retreat, the lively energy of a boutique design hotel, or the timeless elegance of a world-class resort, our list will help you find your ideal desert escape. We’ve also included the top drink spots, unique day trips, and destinations near Palm Springs to ensure your itinerary is filled with unforgettable experiences.
Get ready to indulge in the sophisticated, laid-back charm of Palm Springs. From a relaxing spa day to a thrilling ride on the mountain tram, this guide is your key to a truly luxurious desert getaway.
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• Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
• Daily Full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom
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Hotels in Palm Spring, California
- The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage
- La Quinta Resort and Club Curio Collection by Hilton
- Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort and Spa
- Parker Palm Springs
- The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort and Spa
Avalon aka the viceroy
Mission Inn – during Christmas
Colony hotel – no entry unless guests
Holiday house
Korakia hotel
Chi chi
Drift hotel
The Parker
Saguaro
Villa Royale
Arrive
Restaurants in Palm Spring, California
Johanass
Joyce’s sushi
Shabu shabu zen an sake bar
Trulissa restorante
Oceans – seafood place in cat city (arbie)
The food lab riverside
Felipes restaurant – authentic Mexican
Bubba loos
Mastro’s (Malibu)
Memo- sushi
TKB Deli
Thai smile
Le basil Thai
Spencers
Melvyn’s
Le Vallauris – soho house restaurant
Shanghai reds
Gabinos – family run crepe spot
Bit of country – great breakfast spot
The Fix on El Paseo
The V lounge on taquitz – go on Monday
La Quinta brewery
Castelli’s – authentic Italian
Viceroy boutique hotel w hidden bar
The Alibi
La Quinta cove – restaurants
Mama Gina
Cheekys for breakfast
Normas at Parker for breakfast
Le Vallauris – French spot
Oceans – next to the gym
Sandfish – Ingin
Lavender
The workshop
Kobe sushi
Bongo Johnny’s
Wine and dine – Scott’s restaurant
Guiesppies
Ricks desert grill
Bar Cecil
Tropicale
El patio – Mexican food
The river – shopping center
Paul bar – great cocktails
Tac quila
Melvins
Mr. lions – and Seymours (hidden bar)
Drink Spots in Palm Spring, California
The nest
Jackalope in indio
Tryst
Wine bar at the Parker
Counter reformation
Holiday house
Sugar high
Tiki bootlegger
Elhorizon
Bar chingona
Tailor shop
Truss & twine
Retro room – karaoke
Bootlegger tiki
Shamrock
Casinos
Seguaro
Ace hotel
Village pub
Destinations near Palm Spring, California
Ocaritilla Wells
Joshua tree
Solvang – coastal city
Sensorio at Paso Robles
The cove – la Quita cove
Laguna – montage beach resort
Pioneer town
Glamis
Ladder canyon
Pismo beach
Day Trips Around Palm Spring, California
Every other Sunday San Bernardino has a rodeo
Mod week
Morteen gardens
The chart house – Dana point
O spa
The mountain tram
Idlewild – day trip around the mountain – stop in Idlewild for lunch.
Staycations near Palm Spring, California
Avalon aka the viceroy
Mission inn – during Christmas – riverside
Colony hotel – no entry unless guests
Holiday house
Korakia hotel
Chi chi
Drift hotel
The Parker
Saguaro
Villa Royale
Arrive
