Avalon Hotel & Bungalows Palm Springs, a Member of Design Hotels
Palm Springs, United States · ★★★★★ · 8.4/10 Very good · guest rating
Boutique hotel with bungalows in downtown Palm Springs, a Design Hotels member, with a California-cuisine restaurant, spa, bar and 24-hour fitness center.
Avalon Hotel & Bungalows Palm Springs presents itself as a member of Design Hotels, combining a main building with bungalows set among walkways, gardens and courtyards. It sits on South Belardo Road, in an area within walking distance of downtown museums and theaters. The property offers an outdoor fire pit, a hair salon, dry cleaning and laundry service, and a pool with a hot tub.
Dining centers on Marlowe's, a California-cuisine restaurant serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, with outdoor tables. There is also a bar, a fitness center open 24 hours and a spa with body wraps, detox treatments and reflexology. The hotel is pet-friendly and has WiFi in the rooms. Confirm hours, availability and conditions for each service directly with the property before you travel.
Why stay here
- Boutique hotel with bungalows in downtown Palm Springs
- Museums and theaters a short walk away
- Marlowe's, serving California cuisine all day
- Spa, 24-hour fitness center, pool and hot tub
- Tip: in summer, plan walks for early morning or sunset
The setting
The hotel is laid out like a small, low-profile complex, with paths leading to red-tiled-roof buildings, a white gazebo surrounded by hedges and planters, and courtyards with loungers and striped umbrellas. The living rooms in the photos have fireplaces, round mirrors and modern lines; the bathrooms pair showers with marble sinks. Spacious halls with round tables and chandeliers are set up for dining or gatherings.
What we like
- Central location with museums and theaters a short walk away
- Bungalows with gardens, courtyards and a quiet atmosphere
- California-cuisine restaurant on site
- Spa, 24-hour fitness center and a pool with a hot tub
- Airport about ten minutes by car
Worth knowing
- In midsummer, Palm Springs heat limits walking
- As a small, popular property, it pays to book early in high season
Don't miss
Book dinner at Marlowe's and stroll through downtown to the Palm Springs Art Museum or the Plaza Theatre. At sunset, the outdoor fire pit and the bar are a nice way to end the day, as long as you confirm their operating hours.
Facilities
- Bungalows set in gardens
- Pool and hot tub
- Marlowe's, California cuisine
- Bar
- Spa with wraps and reflexology
- 24-hour fitness center
- Outdoor fire pit
- Hair salon
- Dry cleaning and laundry
- Room service
- WiFi in the rooms
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour front desk
Location
The hotel is at 415 South Belardo Road, in downtown Palm Springs. On foot, the Plaza Theatre is about seven minutes away, the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum eight and the Palm Springs Art Museum ten; the Agua Caliente casino is about thirteen minutes and the Convention Center about seventeen. Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is roughly 10 minutes by car; traffic varies.
Address: 415 South Belardo Rd, Palm Springs, CA, 92262
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a restaurant at the hotel?
Yes. Marlowe's serves California cuisine at breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, with outdoor tables available. It is best to confirm hours and make reservations with the hotel.
Can you walk to the museums?
Yes, according to the hotel's details, the Palm Springs Art Museum is about 10 minutes on foot and the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum about 8. In summer, the heat can make the walk harder.
Are pets allowed?
The hotel is listed as pet-friendly. Conditions, room types and restrictions may vary, so check with the hotel before traveling with your pet.
How far is the airport?
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is about 10 minutes away by car, although traffic varies. It is one of the closest airports to the center of town.
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