Palm Springs, California is a vibrant and thriving city located in Southern California’s Coachella Valley. Known for its beautiful weather, stunning mountain views, and outdoor recreational opportunities. Founded by Hollywood stars in the 1950s, Palm Springs has been a go-to destination for entertainment and leisure for decades.
Palm Springs is also home to world-class golf courses, tennis courts, spas, and hiking trails, making it a popular destination for sports enthusiasts. With over 300 days of sunshine per year, visitors can enjoy outdoor activities year-round.
Where to stay:
There are so many amazing options for accommodations in Palm Springs, it can be tough to choose. What are you looking for a luxurious resort with a golf course and spa amenities? a funky retro boutique hotel with a pool? Whatever your style Palm Springs has a place for you. Some notable options include the Ace Hotel , the Parker Palm Springs, and Sands Hotel.
The Hotel that we stayed at was Hyatt Regency Indian Wells. The hotel its self is in Indian wells which is about 25-30mins away from Palm Springs. But the Hotel was gorgeous, they had 8 different pools, multiple different restaurants and a golf course on the property. The views were stunning from every direction.
Price: about $260 a night depending on the time of year but that does include the resort fee per person and the parking if you have a car which was about $27/day
Things to do:
When it comes to activities in Palm Springs, there is no shortage of fun things to do. If relaxation is your goal, spend your days lounging by the pool and enjoying the many spas in the area. For the more adventurous, take a hike in Joshua Tree National Park or ride the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway to get an incredible view of the valley and enjoy the hikes.
Aerial Tramway: this is a must-do when in the area. It is about 25 minutes from their down town area. You will have amazing views the whole ride up. When up there you have 300 miles of trails that you are about to hike.
- The temperature does drop 40 degrees up at the top compared to what it is at the bottom of the mountain. So bringing a jacket is a must.
- Up at their top there is a restaurant and bar if you want to get a bite to eat and enjoy the food.
- I went a sunset and recommend it. We did not have a very clear sky but you were still able to see enough to see all of palm springs.
Joshua Tree National Park: I did a day trip and Joshua tree and it is totally worth it. It is about 1.5 hours away from our hotel but worth the trip. There are numerous hikes and rock formations to explore.
Exploring the resort, if you are staying at a fabulous resort like I was lucky enough too, there is always something to see. My hotel had 8 different pools along with a golf course and spa that all looked amazing.
Exploring down town Palm Springs: this is a great way to see the city. If you have a rental car you are able to just explore all that Palm Springs has to offer. There is so many different restaurants and shops to check out that you will never know which one to see first!
If you’re a fan of architecture, be sure to check out the mid-century modern homes in the neighborhood of Twin Palms, including the famous Kaufmann House which helped Palms Spring discover there archtiectural style.
Food:
The food scene in Palm Springs has no shortage of delicious restaurants, ranging from casual cafes to upscale dining experiences. There is something for everyone’s taste buds in Palm Springs.
Let’s be honest we were eating most of the time while in Palm Springs. We did find some amazing restraints that everyone should try.
Birba: This place had everything I was looking for. The vibes were amazing and so was the food. It was an Italian restaurant with amazing pizza.
Tai Quila: This is an upscale Mexican restaurant. The tacos were the best I have every had and they had margitaria tasting which include 4 good sized drinks.
Del Rey: Guys, I love tapas and this place had amazing ones. They had so many different unique plates to try. The restaurant is in a hotel and it’s adorable.
The Lunch Spot: Like its name it is literally a perfect place to grab lunch. It is in a weird location but has great sandwiches.
The Nest: We were unable to get reservations here but I heard it is a must go and one of the top 100 best restaurants in the nation.
The Farm: a must do for brunch!
Things to know:
- Palm Springs is a year-round destination due to its warm, sunny climate. Whether visitors want a relaxing getaway or an adventure-packed vacation, Palm Springs has it all.
- It does get very hot in Palm Springs so keep that in mind if you are going to adventure out doors. Remember it is the desert so you will need plenty of water and sun screen.
- It is more on the pricy side for a vacation but it is not like anywhere I have every been and I highly recommend it.
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