The Movie Colony Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Jim Watkins
Photo by Jim Watkins
Photo by Jim Watkins
Photo by Jim Watkins

Popular places to visit

Palm Springs Convention Center

Palm Springs Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Palm Springs Convention Center during your trip to Palm Springs. Discover the area's spas or seek out its golf courses.

Palm Springs Convention Center
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

Enjoy panoramic views over the Coachella Valley on the largest rotating aerial tramway in the world.

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Palm Canyon

Palm Canyon

Palm Canyon is just one of the places to see in Palm Springs, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the lively festivals in this family-friendly area or seek out the hiking trails.

Palm Canyon
Indian Canyon which includes a gorge or canyon and landscape views

Indian Canyon

Hike along ancient walking trails through palm-dotted canyons at this stunning recreational park.

Indian Canyon
Palm Springs Air Museum featuring aircraft

Palm Springs Air Museum

Imagine life as a WWII pilot at this excellent museum with one of the largest collections of wartime aircraft in the world.

Palm Springs Air Museum
Palm Springs Art Museum featuring interior views

Palm Springs Art Museum

With more than 20,000 exhibits, this art museum has something for everyone.

Palm Springs Art Museum

Activities

Aerial tram traveling high above the cliffs of Chino Canyon in California

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

AU$54
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Palm Springs Self Guided Driving Audio Tour

Palm Springs Architecture Tour – Self-Guided Drive

AU$26
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Palm Springs Architecture Tour – Self-Guided Drive
Joshua Tree and Palm Springs Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Palm Springs & Joshua Tree NP Driving Audio Tours Bundle

AU$38
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Palm Springs & Joshua Tree NP Driving Audio Tours Bundle
Couples Healing Meditation

Desert Healing Experience

AU$228
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Desert Healing Experience
Private Shopping Tour from Palm Springs to Desert Hills Outlets

Private Shopping Tour from Palm Springs to Desert Hills Outlets

AU$213
per adult
Private Shopping Tour from Palm Springs to Desert Hills Outlets
Self-Driving Tours

Palm Springs Windmill Tours

AU$92
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Palm Springs Windmill Tours
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Our pick of the best The Movie Colony Hotel Deals

The Colony Palms Hotel and Bungalows - Adults Only

The Colony Palms Hotel and Bungalows - Adults Only

5 out of 5
572 North Indian Canyon, Palm Springs, CA
The price is AU$491 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$491
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Palm Springs. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"It’s like taking a step back in time to the glamorous 1930’s Hollywood era!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

The Colony Palms Hotel and Bungalows - Adults Only
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
41-000 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA
The price is AU$421 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$421
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Rancho Mirage. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,597 reviews)
"Full bar staff highly recommended. Cleaning services we're amazing ."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas

Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas

4.5 out of 5
44600 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells, CA
The price is AU$599 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$599
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Indian Wells. Enjoy free WiFi, 9 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,053 reviews)
"Didnt like that you had to pay for parking even though we were staying at the resort."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
Indian Wells Resort Hotel

Indian Wells Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
76-661 Highway 111, Indian Wells, CA
The price is AU$95 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$95
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf resort in Indian Wells. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,017 reviews)
"Very family friendly, welcoming and clean"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Indian Wells Resort Hotel
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II

3.5 out of 5
1091 Pinehurst Ln, Palm Desert, CA
The price is AU$238 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$238
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Palm Desert. Enjoy free WiFi, 7 outdoor pools, and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,052 reviews)
Pool-tastic
"We loved our stay! This was a last minute family getaway and was the perfect spot for the kids to enjoy hours in the pool and come back to a cozy spot to rest."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG

2.5 out of 5
74675 Highway 111, Palm Desert, CA
The price is AU$159 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$159
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palm Desert. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Our stay was wonderful. The staff were all very nice, especially Brenda, who oversaw the breakfast. She was above and beyond. Beside setting up a fabulous breakfast she was gentle and friendly with our 3 littles who weren’t always model guests. We were in the pool a lot with the kids and it was refreshing, ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around The Movie Colony

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Uptown Design District

Uptown Design District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Las Palmas and San Jacinto Mountains while in the area.

Uptown Design District
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Old Las Palmas

While visiting Old Las Palmas, you might make a stop by sights like Las Palmas and San Jacinto Mountains.

Old Las Palmas
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Movie Colony East

When in Movie Colony East, you can plan a visit to Agua Caliente Casino and El Paseo Collection, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Movie Colony East
Palm Springs showing wild flowers

Midtown

While Midtown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Agua Caliente Casino and Agua Caliente Cultural Museum.

Midtown
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Downtown Palm Springs

Downtown Palm Springs is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Agua Caliente Casino and Agua Caliente Cultural Museum, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Palm Springs.

Downtown Palm Springs
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Vista Las Palmas

If you're spending some time in Vista Las Palmas, Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway and San Jacinto Mountains are top sights worth seeing.

Vista Las Palmas

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