Desert Lodge, near Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium, offers a warm welcome with an outdoor pool and sun-kissed loungers. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, enjoy the convenience of laundry facilities or grab a snack from the vending machine. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Tahquitz Canyon - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Palm Springs Art Museum - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Palm Springs Convention Center - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 16 min drive - 12.4 km
Getting around
Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 7 min drive
Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 35 min drive
Thermal, CA (TRM-Jacqueline Cochran Regional) - 46 min drive
Palm Springs Station - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Tool Shed - 10 min walk
Elmer's Restaurant - 19 min walk
Jack in the Box - 8 min walk
Village Pub - 2 min drive
Koffi Palm Springs - 17 min walk
About this property
Desert Lodge
At Desert Lodge, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Palm Springs Art Museum and Palm Springs Convention Center. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails and mountain biking are nearby. Also, Indian Canyon and Palm Canyon are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Hindi, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
50 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Free offsite parking nearby
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 2 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Beach loungers
Laundry facilities
Pool access
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Desert Lodge
Desert Lodge Motel
Desert Lodge Motel Palm Springs
Desert Lodge Palm Springs
Desert Hotel Palm Springs
Desert Lodge Motel
Desert Lodge Palm Springs
Desert Lodge Motel Palm Springs
Frequently asked questions
Does Desert Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Desert Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Desert Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Desert Lodge?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Desert Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Desert Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Desert Lodge?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Agua Caliente Casino (3-min drive) and Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City (9-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Desert Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a picnic area.
What's the area around Desert Lodge like?
Desert Lodge is in Tahquitz River Estates, a short 7-minute drive from Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) and 6 minutes' walk from San Jacinto Mountains.
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Desert Lodge Reviews
Reviews
4.6
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4.8/10
Cleanliness
5.8/10
Staff & service
4.6/10
Amenities
4.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
4.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
2/10 Poor
May 3, 2025
Do not stay here.
This place is old and in need of serious repair. Holes in the walls, furniture is old and beat up. Bedding had cigarette burns in it. TV is ridiculously small. Bathroom was old and beat up.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2025
Great stay !
Guillermo
Guillermo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2025
Pillows & Shower
Harry came right up with the pillows and to check on the shower head. Thanks Desert Lodge!
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 1, 2025
Lovely staff - place catfished
Staff is pleasant, and easyvto check-in. Unfortunately the photos are from years ago. Needs renovation and new mattresses
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2025
Great service... management great people very understanding and caring
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Apr 18, 2025
Room from Hell (65)
Smell was horrible. Room was supposedly non-smoking but the smell of cigarettes was pungent. AC did not work properly. Spent the weekend in 100 degree heat with a barely usable AC unit. Bathroom sink was coming off. Smell lingers on everything. I’ve been home for a couple of days and I can still smell the horrid smell. DO NOT STAY HERE!
Alejandro
Alejandro, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Apr 21, 2025
Extremely dirty place.
Place its really dirty and in bad condition, fridge does not work, AC is full of dust, both of my beds were badly stain of something brown, ice machine does not work with posible meldew. a non smoking room smells like cigarettes everywhere, in my whole weekend i didnt get the room clean a single time, no clean towel and toilet got clog. To make this worse place charge me extra to day I check in just for getting double twin bed instead of a king bed.
Jose
Jose, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
the staff is very friendly…
the hotel in general is good perfect location and big room… but need better conditions… i think is in renovation… but is convenient and cheap
George
George, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Mar 23, 2025
Please look at the guest pictures! The pictures the hotel provided are just catfishing. The hotel is so run down. The inside of our room door had tape on the lock. I had to put the chair in front of it to feel somewhat safe. The beds had questionable stains. The feet on the beds were bending. Thank goodness I took blankets for my baby. The fridge had mold. Please be aware when booking
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 14, 2025
Not going back!
The room was in dire need of an upgrade. The bathroom needed replacing. The top of the toilet tank was broken and a sharp edge was above the flush handle. The bedspreads were filthy. At least the sheets were clean. No smoke alarm or fire extinguisher’s in the ceiling.
Sally
Sally, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Feb 24, 2025
Dont stay there.
Poorly maintained. Things didn't work. Needed repairs and a good paint job. Bed was uncomfortable, pillows long passed usable.
andrew
andrew, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Mar 9, 2025
Unsatisfiactury
Florida Project welfare motel- complete with broken blinds, filthy bathroom with complementary blood on the bathtub & walls, smelled like a smokers lounge shag carpet and should be avoided at all costs
brian
brian, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 27, 2025
Be honest, this property is not perfect. You get what you paid for. But the bed is comfortable. No bed bugs. Microwave and fridge in the room. That asve you money if you don't wanna eat out. This place is fine if you are a budget traveler.
Ta Cheng
Ta Cheng, 5-night trip
2/10 Poor
Feb 17, 2025
Not returning
We tried to check-in at 3:30 pm and our room wasn’t ready. We arrived back at 8 pm and we were told our room still wasn’t ready. Thankfully the manager came out and found us a room. The room was dark and dirty.
Becca
Becca, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
great
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Feb 1, 2025
The blankets had holes because they were burnt, the lamps were broken, the deteriorated furniture had burnt marks of cigarettes.
The trash bins around the property were overflowing.
I was afraid the beds could be infested with bedbugs but apparently that didn’t happen.
Mauricio
Mauricio, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Feb 17, 2025
STAY AWAY
The online photos are a gross misrepresentation of this property. The exterior and interiors of the property are poorly maintained.
Mold on the shower, towels are like sandpaper. There were no blankets or a comforter on the bed. I was told the bedspread was a duvet. Doors in the room were taped over and painted.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jan 20, 2025
I don’t ever trust the photos, but these ones are so far off from the actual it’s almost fiction. That said, no bed bugs or pests but all in all not clean or well kept. The owners stated they just bought this place and had plans to upgrade and clean up. For the price point though it’s not good value for the money. The owner is super nice and I do hope they upgrade and clean up. I wouldn’t stay there again unless it was upgraded.
Ariel
Ariel, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 3, 2024
Pretty ok
Miguel
Miguel, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Dec 8, 2024
Homeless! Unsafe! The building is old and disgusting
The bathrooms are a disgrace, lots of noise I felt unsafe and did not sleep the entire night!! Shocking that in Palm Springs to have such a hotel
angel
angel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2024
Very nice staff and very comfy accomodations
Iris
Iris, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jan 9, 2025
They over charged me
Nichole
Nichole, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
After reading terrifying reviews I
was surprised how nice and clean my room was. It’s not 5 star hotel - it’s budget friendly and I’m happy with that
Patrycja
Patrycja, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Dec 10, 2024
The room was dirty. The beds and sheets were dirty. The bathroom was in terrible condition. We asked for sheets to be changed but the lady on staff got very angry. Bad service.