Parker Palm Springs

Thirteen acres of beautiful green grounds and a tongue-in-cheek design gives the upscale Parker Palm Spring hotel its distinct style. Every aspect of the property, inside and out, looks like pages out of a high-end lifestyle magazine.

The hotel is on the main strip of Palm Canyon Drive, just 10 minutes from downtown Palm Springs. Its large grounds give it a secluded feel, though the shops, restaurants, and art galleries of the area are nearby. The immediate area surrounding the property is home to the Seven Lakes Country Club, which provides guests with lots of activities. An added luxury for travelers is the Palm Springs International Airport is about a six-minute drive away.

There are 144 freshly decorated rooms, suites, and villas, plus the two-bedroom, two-bathroom Gene Autry Residence available at the Parker. Accommodations are super-stylish and spacious with amenities such as minibars, flat-screen TVs, and other conveniences. The 12 stand-alone Villas are one-bedroom suites with separate living rooms, hanging chairs and wet bars, and private patios fully enclosed. The private Gene Autry Residence offers a full kitchen, dining room, large living room, and large walk-in closets, as well as an interior courtyard.

The upscale property offers a variety of cool features, including two outdoor pools and an indoor pool, a croquet lawn, clay tennis courts, and a full-service spa. Its dining options include a breakfast-all-day diner, a dinner-only steakhouse, and two bars with light bites. The Parker is also a popular wedding venue and offers event space for a variety of other functions.

Once known as a destination only suited for spring breakers or wealthy retirees, Palm Springs has become a destination for anyone looking for a relaxing resort with lots of amenities.