the 10 vibrant rooms are individually decorated in 1950s themes, and feature midcentury modern furniture, free wi-fi, ipod docks and flat-screen tvs, as well as minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. built in the 1930s, this kitschy, retro-chic b&b with mountain views is 5 miles from the palm springs aerial tramway with access to mount san jacinto state park. some rooms offer separate sitting areas and whirlpool tubs. a 3-course breakfast is served in a hip lounge, while free evening cocktails, homebaked cookies and snacks are served by the outdoor pool. bikes and massage services are available for a surcharge Palm Springs International Airport 9 min
Mount San Jacinto (1 hr 4) Many trails & an aerial tram lead to the summit of this 10,000-ft. mountain with panoramic views. Coachella Valley (22 min) Large & diverse desert valley that stretches from Riverside County & Palm Springs to the Salton Sea. Mount San Jacinto (1 hr 4) Many trails & an aerial tram lead to the summit of this 10,000-ft. mountain with panoramic views. Tahquitz Canyon (8 min) Canyon with a waterfall, rock art, plants & wildlife, along with a visitor center. Palm Springs Air Museum (8 min) This educational center dedicated to WWII combat aircraft also features art, a gift shop & a cafe. Indian Canyons (13 min) This group of canyons has trails for hiking & horseback riding, plus picnic areas & a gift shop. Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs (3 min) Bustling casino open 24/7 with a music venue, buffet restaurant, deli & steakhouse. Palm Springs Art Museum (4 min) Desert's art museum offers European & Native American works, a theater, outdoor space, cafe & more. Agua Caliente Cultural Museum (5 min) Smithsonian-affiliated museum showcasing Cahuilla Indian history with exhibits, lectures & classes. Palm Springs Visitors Center (4 min) Resource for maps, postcards, gifts & logo clothing in an iconic former tramway station. Kaufmann House (13 min) Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage (15 min) Stylish rooms & suites in a sophisticated casino resort with a spa, 5 eateries & a concert theater. Moorten Botanical Garden (8 min) Historic Landmark opened in 1938 featuring a desert environment with tours, wildlife & a nursery. Palm Springs Aerial Tramway (12 min) Rotating tram cars travel through Chino Canyon to a station with dining, a museum & hiking trails. Walk of the Stars Palm Springs (4 min) Sidewalk plaques & statues honoring local celebrities amid a busy pedestrian scene. |