Colony Palms Hotel

It is not everyday that a former 1930s speakeasy and mobster-owned hotel reinvents itself as a luxury boutique resort. But in Palm Springs, where movie moguls go to broker major deals and starlets pose poolside, just about anything is possible. Colony Palms Hotel has undergone an extreme makeover in true Hollywood fashion. With less than 60 rooms and suites, guests enjoy the kind of personal service not found at larger establishments. Accommodations are stylishly appointed with several categories from with to select - the Casitas offer plenty of privacy with tandem hot tubs and outdoor lounge beds, while the Suites entice guest with cozy fireplaces and spacious layouts.

The hotel itself and its signature Purple Palm Restaurant & Bar have found their way onto the Condé Nast Traveler "Hot List" and "Hot Table" picks. The hip eatery is a tapestry of global tastes enhanced by a mostly Mediterranean menu that infuses a selection of dishes. The Colony Palms Hotel Moroccan-inspired spa, with its four deluxe treatment rooms, is a spectacular place to spend a few uninterrupted hours. The resort can also accommodate special requests, such as late-evening couples massages followed by champagne and strawberries served poolside, or roses strewn across the bed for an unexpected welcome. Best of all, Colony Palms Hotel is located in the heart of Palm Springs, with restaurants, nightclubs and shopping all within walking distance. For a natural high, take the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway to the tip-top of the Mount San Jacinto during the day and spend your nights under a veil of stars.