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Desert Hills - 21 and Over

2.5 star property
Escape to an oasis with lush gardens and relaxing vibes by day. By nightfall experience warm hospitality under starry skies.

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Nestled in the Historic Tennis Club, Desert Hills -Adults Only offers a serene escape. Unwind in the garden, take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool, or enjoy barbecue grills amidst smoke-free premises. With free self parking and express check-out/check-in options available at your fingertips, guests praise helpful staff for making their stay seamless.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$335
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
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Air conditioning
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Flat-screen TV
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Wardrobe
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  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Vintage King, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

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Kitchenette
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Private bathroom
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  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Modern King, Kitchenette

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Kitchenette
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Suite, One Bedroom, Kitchenette, Patio

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Patio
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Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Suite, Kitchenette, Patio

9.0 out of 10
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(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
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Heating
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Historic Tennis Club, a neighbourhood in Palm Springs, is home to Desert Hills - 21 and Over. Agua Caliente Cultural Museum and McCallum Adobe are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Forever Marilyn and Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Agua Caliente Casino or Palm Springs Swim Center. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails, horse riding and mountain biking, or hop on a moped for hire nearby and take a self-guided tour around Palm Springs.
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601 W Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA, 92262

What's nearby

  • Palm Springs Art Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Agua Caliente Cultural Museum - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Plaza Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Agua Caliente Casino - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 16 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks Reserve - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lulu California Bistro - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Patron - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sammy G's Tuscan Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Las Casuelas Terraza - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Desert Hills - 21 and Over

Hotel near Palm Springs Convention Center
Desert Hills - 21 and Over provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a front desk safe and barbecues
  • Bike tour information, smoke-free property and a nature reserve
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Desert Hills - 21 and Over have perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Bicycle tours
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Built in 1956
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safe

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 45.00
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 45.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [562 W Are=nas Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262]
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 21 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 45.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 45.00 (subject to availability)

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
24-hour pool access
Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

Desert Hills
Desert Hills Adults Only
Desert Hills 21 And Over Hotel
Desert Hills- 21 and Over Hotel
Desert Hills- 21 and Over Palm Springs
Desert Hills- 21 and Over Hotel Palm Springs

Frequently asked questions

Does Desert Hills - 21 and Over have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

How much does it cost to stay at Desert Hills - 21 and Over?

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Hills - 21 and Over on 19 Jan 2026 start from AU$334.58, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Desert Hills - 21 and Over pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Desert Hills - 21 and Over?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Desert Hills - 21 and Over?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 45.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Desert Hills - 21 and Over?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 45.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Desert Hills - 21 and Over located?

Located in Historic Tennis Club, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of San Jacinto Mountains, Agua Caliente Cultural Museum and McCallum Adobe. Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture and Design Center and Plaza Theatre are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Desert Hills - 21 and Over Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 267 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, wonderful pool
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

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

Great service

I stayed in Palm Springs for my trip to see Joshua Tree National Park. It’s a small drive to the park but cool place to stay. Great service and location. Easy walking to restaurants and shops downtown but far enough away to be quiet for sleeping. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, very quiet place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will come stay here again, the staff are amazing, and a very clean place.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little mid century hotel with original design. I loved the adult only with no kids jumping in the pool. Great location close to downtown Palm Springs. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

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

Great time !

We had a great time at pool . Room was nice , we will be back for sure
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 4th time staying at this quiet, clean, relaxing spot. Walking dudtance to shopping and restaurants and casino. Love this place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet but pool coul us some help and pictures showed a Jacuzzi just a hole in ground but enjoying my stay and would stay there again cool place the ground
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

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

My favorite stay anywhere

It was absolutely beautiful, clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

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

A classic mid century hotel !

Beautifully decorated quiet, & comfortable room, a short walk from town made it perfect. Our host couldn’t have been nicer !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Desert oasis

Beautiful property excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

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

Mid Century Modern Motel

Great location, wonderful space
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located near shops and restaurants, but still quiet and peaceful. Nice setting around the pool
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved how quiet and peaceful it was.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

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

Palm Springs adventure

Quaint, clean, quiet stay. Room was comfy, a little dated but views were great. Coffee by the pool was my favorite
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very quiet and clean and an easy walk to downtown! The kitchen was a plus and the beds were very comfortable. Just wish the jacuzzi was working but other than that it was a great stay and would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice & beautiful. The location is perfect. Quite. Good parking spots.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winston

I had an exceptional stay at this hotel. It was so roomy and comfortable. The staff and service made my stay worthwhile.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed staying at the Herbert Burns designed Desert Hills. Our room was very well designed and comfortable. It is in a great location. The pool was heated and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for one night white attending BNP tournament. The room and bathroom and kitchen was very very clean , truly exceeds my expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and great location. Management very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

douglas

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

Relaxed

Loved the simple vibe. Comfortable pool facing units were great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting with the mountains as a backdrop. Secure and intimate. Liked the mid-century look of the place and room was comfortable and spacious. Conveniently located within walking distance of downtown amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel makes you feel like in the 50s. I loved the architecture, the furniture, the peaceful environment and the incredible friendliness from our host, Brian.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025