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Desert Lodge

2.5 star property
Travelers can relax poolside or venture out to explore Palm Springs' vibrant art scene, all while experiencing the attentive service at this desert retreat.

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Desert Lodge, near Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium, welcomes guests with an outdoor pool and comfy loungers. Enjoy in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and a vending machine for snacks. The staff consistently earns praise from guests for their helpfulness.

Reviews

4.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

Room options

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Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Located in Tahquitz River Estates, a neighbourhood in Palm Springs, Desert Lodge is near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium and Indian Canyon, while Palm Springs Art Museum and Palm Springs Air Museum are cultural highlights. Palm Springs Convention Center and Palm Springs Aerial Tramway are two other places to visit that come recommended. Practise your golf swing with lessons and a golf course nearby, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as mountain biking and hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Palm Springs travel guide
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1177 S Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA, 92264

What's nearby

  • Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium featuring a park
    Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
    Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Palm Springs Art Museum featuring interior views
    Palm Springs Art Museum
    4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Tahquitz Canyon
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Indian Canyons Golf Resort
    2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station
    21 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tool Shed
    9 min walk
  • Jack in the Box
    7 min walk
  • Koffi
    17 min walk
  • Elmer’s Restaurant
    20 min walk
  • Caliente Tropics Resort Hotel
    12 min walk

About this property

Desert Lodge

Motel near Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium
Located close to Palm Springs Art Museum and Palm Springs Convention Center, Desert Lodge provides a terrace and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine and free newspapers
  • A front desk safe, smoke-free property and barbecues
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 50 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 11 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Desert Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Desert Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Desert Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Desert Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Desert Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Desert Lodge located?

Located in Tahquitz River Estates, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium, Palm Springs Art Museum and Palm Springs Convention Center. Indian Canyon and Palm Springs Air Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Desert Lodge Reviews

4.8

4.8

Cleanliness

6.2

Location

6.0

Staff & service

4.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 173 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 446 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice owners and a safe place to stay in a wonderful location near everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and very comfy accomodations
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
the staff is very friendly… the hotel in general is good perfect location and big room… but need better conditions… i think is in renovation… but is convenient and cheap
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tyrus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Definitely need updating

Great location but the property could use some updating. The sheets were clean, AC blew cold and the water in the shower was hot but it was very dated
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Lovely staff - place catfished

Staff is pleasant, and easyvto check-in. Unfortunately the photos are from years ago. Needs renovation and new mattresses
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service... management great people very understanding and caring
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and very accomidating
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Liked: Staff & service
Friendly and courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff is super nice and helpful. Quick check in, really easy. But the conditions of the hotel are abit left to be desired, but you get what you paid for. Rooms are abit stuffy and hot, even with the AC pumping. The beds are big and spacious, abit stiff. Shower has strong pressure, but would benefit from in-room body shampoo gel. But again, on a budget and mind your business, easy place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kayla

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay the hotel was cute and the room had plenty of space. The service was great and we will defanitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Stay For Your Buck

Great price for the room. It had a refrigerator and microwave. For 2 beds and pet friendly, this place is a win!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and efficient - exactly what you should expect from a motel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very nice and attentive. The room was dirty. Has cockroaches and stains on the sheets. The bast of the toilet was dirty and the shower spray was bad, more water was going out the tub spout then was the shower head.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

amazing place amazing staff amzing price

my overall stay was amazing staff were all very helpful and friendly the guy at the front desk let me pricematch and gave me the same price that i would get online super friedly i would definitely remain to stay here and i recommended it to my local friends as well
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem

Consistent, friendly service, helpful cleaning staff, clean facilities... the proprietor cares about his customers and his facility. A hidden gem in the desert, for sure.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Laid back atmosphere

The staff here is very friendly and easy to do businesss with. The hotel has a very relaxing and laid-back feel and I felt comery comfortable throughout my stay here. The same cannot be said about other hotels I've recently experienced where the staff/management can be cold and unwelcoming. I highly recommend staying at Desert Lodge.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ta Cheng

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Be honest, this property is not perfect. You get what you paid for. But the bed is comfortable. No bed bugs. Microwave and fridge in the room. That asve you money if you don't wanna eat out. This place is fine if you are a budget traveler.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrycja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After reading terrifying reviews I was surprised how nice and clean my room was. It’s not 5 star hotel - it’s budget friendly and I’m happy with that
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location relative to downtown. Classic 70s Palm Springs. Good size rooms. Needs some work and that may be happening. Friendly helpful owners.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very pleasant stay. After a complaint about the room first assigned, the owner reassigned my room and everything was as nice as could be. This is economy accommodation, so don't expect great luxury, but it is well worth the money, and there are some elegant touches, such as the tiles in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Ipyani

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property overall definitely needs to be updated. They have a great location within the city but many of the other hotels in the immediate around them all seem to be in need of some investment.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Evelyn

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did feel cheated in price for what I paid and what we got. I didn’t feel comfortable with the shower as one of the handle holders was loose with a I wish the owners would invest a bit more for the up keep. It’s in a great location near downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy vintage lodge in a great location

Cool little vintage motel just south of downtown Palm Springs. Great location, it has a pool. You get what you pay for, the property could use a little tlc The towels were not adequate. I had to buy my own towels at Walmart. The staff is friendly enough. This place is good if you just need a place to crash for the evening. On the bright side, it’s down the street from Elmers café, which has the best brunch in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Teressa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very nice and welcoming. The overall property was pretty run down on the exterior. My room was clean and in decent repair. The cable didn’t appear to work on our television. We didn’t bother making an issue of it. The beds were pretty saggy. It was quiet. I don’t think I would return but the experience wasn’t terrible and the price was very low compared to other hotels in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in was a breeze! On 1st glance, It has a quaint, rustic exterior, but don't let that dissuade you. Opening the door using the latest technology in card reader, tap and turn the knob. Reveals an updated interior modern design and the comfortable bed. Be careful adjusting the arm of TV bracket. My TV almost crashed onto the furniture because one side is not turned equally as tight as the other and I wasn't aware until it began slipping. Thankfully though it didn't rush crash and I was able to connect my HDMI cable and Roku device to access additional Entertainment options. The owner is pleasant and helpful & I think I woke himup early to extend my stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024