Palm Springs has called and your Airbnb is ready. . Plan the flight correctly and you can get down in Palm Springs at noon and enjoy all the sunshine, glamor and style that comes with it.
But where to stay? With stays ranging from budget to blast, Airbnbs in Palm Springs are bursting with main character energy, from mid-century wonders and homes with pedigree to desert hideaways and over-the-top kitsch. Just add sunscreen and your favorite cocktail for an instant vacation — and get your team to fill those Airbnbs for less per person than a budget hotel stay.
Every Airbnb is near the best Restaurantsnightlife, golf, casinos and After. With plenty of parking lots in Palm Springs, a short drive or bike ride can take you almost anywhere you want to go.
These Airbnbs fill up faster than the resort’s lounge chairs on a sunny Saturday, so go ahead and use some of that PTO you’ve been saving.
PS If you feel like flying in Palm Springs is a challenge, hold that thought. All major airlines fly nonstop to Palm Springs from more than 30 cities nationwide, so wherever you are, it’s never been easier to escape the downtime and sun in this endless summer hotspot.
Do you hear this ringtone? We told you Palm Springs was calling.
A mid-century time capsule without a filter
Piece: San Jacinto Cove (also known as Windy Point to locals), a quiet pocket of cozy homes among the foothills of the mountains five minutes north of downtown Palm Springs.
Why it’s great: If the color inspires you, the Dazey Desert House flows in: fiery orange, energetic yellow, sherbet turquoise – like Instagram’s Clarendon filter brought to life. This Palm Springs Airbnb was built in 1959 by William Krisel, one of the modfathers of modernist architecture in Palm Springs. In 2018, its new owner, Los Angeles-based designer Danielle Nagel, reinvigorated it with an eccentric and cheerful mix of maximalism and restraint.
What there is to know: This Palm Springs Airbnb has two bedrooms and one bath, comfortably sleeping six people among two queen beds and two sofa beds. The furnishings remain true to the era in which the house was built, and most of the house’s original architecture remains: the sloping roofline, the clerestory windows, the Krisel-designed kitchen and the original pegboard cabinets. Nagel’s creativity amplified these details with intimate patterns, colors and textures, showcasing Krisel’s decade-defying vision. Instagrammable new heights.
Find it: 22359 Fawnridge Drive
Piece: Racquet Club Estates, one of Palm Springs’ most notable mid-century neighborhoods.
Why it’s great: Vibrant white and soothing turquoise recall the paradise of coastal Greece. Here you’ll find all the details that make Modernist homes as popular today as they were in 1960: the ultra-thin roofline, the high ceilings, the open floor plan and the walls of windows encouraging the carefree indoor-outdoor lifestyle that Palm Springs is the world to. famous.
What there is to know: Led by architect William Krisel (yes, another one of his own!), this house ticks all the boxes for a stay that is both sophisticated and fun. It sleeps six in three bedrooms, all with access to the private pool, bubbling spa, al fresco dining, fire pit seating, and barbecue.
Find it: 2575 N. Kitty Hawk Drive
Piece: Sublimely peaceful North Palm Springs with breathtaking views of the open desert and mountain peaks
Why it’s great: A sleek and modern spaceship that landed on a desert planet. That’s the vibe you get from it Palm Springs Dome House, an awe-inspiring retreat on five acres of desert with endless views of the entire Coachella Valley — though, yes, there’s Wi-Fi. Our suggestion for your stay? Fall asleep under a geodesic dome with a view of the Night Sky Observatory, then wake up to the sun with 360-degree views of the desert, mountains, windmills, and Joshua Tree State Park.
What there is to know: Built in 1956 and rescued from the brink of disrepair in 2015, the Palm Springs Dome Home was relaunched with custom windows to maximize the breathtaking views and a bright industrial lightness to complement the surroundings. Three bedrooms comfortably sleep six in this one-of-a-kind home, and miles away hiking in the desert are close at hand. When you’re ready to come back to Earth, downtown Palm Springs, with its glitzy shopping and trendy restaurants, is just a short drive away.
Find it: 61701 Smoke Tree Road
Piece: El Camino Estates, a triangular pocket of homes in the popular South Palm Springs neighborhood just north of the Indian Canyon Golf Resort.
Why it’s great: Say hello to mid-century sophistication with this lavish Palm Springs Airbnb. This mid-mod showstopper has been meticulously preserved for six decades, and by the time you walk through the private doors, Elvis Presley is on the jukebox (there really is a fully restored Wurlitzer), and Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin are hurtling towards the moon.
What there is to know: If you’re looking for a taste of the 1960s, this Airbnb is a 12-course meal, covered in the colorful correspondence that defines that era so glamorously. Gem greens and sunny yellows dominate, mingling with plush velvets, warm golden highlights, shimmering chandeliers, and decades-defying furniture. The house sleeps six in three bedrooms, including a pink extravaganza that would make even Liberace think: “Is that too much?
Find it: 2055 S. Joshua Tree Square
Chillin’ like a villain in a hillside hideout
Piece: Coveted Mesa, a residential hideaway at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains near the Moorten Botanical Garden and departures of hiking trails in the canyons.
Why it’s great: High in the hills against a backdrop of cacti and boulders, this sprawling Airbnb in Palm Springs is quintessentially cool and at one with the landscape around it (the incredible walls of glass frame it perfectly too). ). .
What there is to know: Six sleep comfortably in two fabulous bedrooms and a free-standing casita, or “Love Shack”, as it’s called here. With a host of additional features like an infinity pool with spa, outdoor bar, BBQ, fire pits and plenty of room to roam, this hillside hideaway is made for days spent by the pool in head linen. at the feet, mescal in one hand and a cigar in the other.
Find it: 254 W.Overlook Road
Piece: Racquet Club Estates, a unique neighborhood filled with iconic homes from the Meiselman, Wexler, Palmer and Krisel greats
Why it’s great: ’70s psychedelia and Hollywood Regency collide this mid century trippy house you won’t soon forget. Each piece is a fresh throwback to the late 60s and 70s. Just add a martini and some Earth, Wind & Fire, and you’re good to go.
What there is to know: This Palm Springs Airbnb sleeps up to eight people in four remote bedrooms, plus a pool for sunbathing, a spa for stargazing, and hidden pockets of relaxation space around the estate. There’s so much to see here, we doubt you’ll want to leave, but if you do you’ll be spoiled for choice with restaurants, cafes, bars and breweries from Palm Canyon Drive.
Find it: 2101 N. Bern Drive
Find your happiness in the heart of Palm Springs
Piece: El Camino Estates, a triangular pocket of homes in the popular South Palm Springs neighborhood just north of the Indian Canyon Golf Resort.
Why it’s great: This uplifting cushion is guaranteed to put a summery spring in your step. Check out the cheerful details and retro styling, especially above the pool, and you’ll know what we mean. Sleep six comfortably in flexible spaces perfect for families, golf foursomes, college friends, and girls’ weekends.
What there is to know: Don’t miss this roofline! This V-shaped silhouette is the butterfly roof that made mid-century hearts flutter. And if you want to quickly transition into the modern era, the bars and restaurants of Palm Canyon Drive are only a two-minute drive away.
Find it: 1932 S. Navajo Drive
Cozy rooms at the Ocotillo Lodge, the getaway from Old Hollywood
Piece: Twin Palms, where Desert Modernism raised its first flat roof in the 1950s.
Why it’s great: The Ocotillo Lodge was once home to Hollywood icons such as Lucille Ball, Marilyn Monroe and Frank Sinatra, and this Palm Springs Airbnb offers visitors a rare pass into this historic community of private residences.
What there is to know: The Ocotillo Lodge is a checkerboard of small cottages and bungalows on seven gated acres surrounding a keyhole-shaped pool. This thoughtful little condo has been tastefully updated to honor its mid-century roots, but you’ll also find an appreciation for modern tastes in the well-equipped kitchen, fully updated bathroom, and vintage-inspired furnishings. ‘era. This cozy cushion is best suited for two people looking for a stylish stay on a budget friendly.
Find it: 1111 E. Palm Canyon Drive
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