. all rooms also have poolside or courtyard views. styled as a traditional moroccan hideaway, this luxe day resort spa is 12 miles from palm springs. freebies include parking, breakfast, a nightly happy hour, and mint tea and aperitifs. there's also a movie and game library, plus a garden with a giant chess board, bocce ball court and hammocks. chic, casablanca-inspired rooms feature canopied beds (7-ft round beds are also available), tvs with dvd/cd players, minifridges, microwaves and free wi-fi. the inn's natural hot mineral water pools are open 24/7, and its upscale day spa features an infrared sauna. upgraded units add kitchenettes Palm Springs International Airport 17 min
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