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Desert Lodge

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Point of interest
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Property grounds

Reviews

4.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

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1177 S Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA, 92264
  • Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium
    9 min walk
  • Pizza Hut
    1 min walk
  • Palm Springs Spa Resort Casino Bus Stop
    2 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    7 min drive

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Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Tahquitz River Estates within a short walk of Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium, Desert Lodge is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Palm Springs Art Museum. This 50-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium - 9 min walk
  • Palm Springs Art Museum - 3 min drive
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • Palm Springs Air Museum - 9 min drive
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 21 min drive
  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 7 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

Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium
Guests of Desert Lodge enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and free newspapers. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a picnic area.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 2 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach loungers
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool access

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Desert Lodge Motel
Desert Lodge Motel Palm Springs
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Desert Lodge?

Desert Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Desert Lodge?

As of Dec 21, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Lodge on Dec 31, 2024 start from $75.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near Desert Lodge?

This motel is situated in Tahquitz River Estates within a 10-minute walk of San Jacinto Mountains and Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium. You'll also find Boomers! Palm Springs and Baristo Park less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Desert Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Desert Lodge include a casino?

No, Desert Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Desert Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Desert Lodge?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a 24-hour front desk at this motel.

Does Desert Lodge have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Desert Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Desert Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Desert Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Desert Lodge for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night.

Does Desert Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Where is the closest airport to Desert Lodge?

The closest major airport to Desert Lodge is Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP), which is 3.4 mi away (7 minutes by car). Another top airport is Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD), which is located 22.3 mi away (35-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Desert Lodge?

No, at Desert Lodge, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Desert Lodge Reviews

Reviews

4.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 971 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 971 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 971 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 170 out of 971 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 447 out of 971 reviews" "

4.8/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

4.4/10

Amenities

4.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Enma

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ana

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

ADRIAN

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was felty barthroom was used I found. Bedbug on the both bed mattress was felty really was horrible and to expensive for the price I don’t book that hotel any more and I don’t recommend at all .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would not stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ira

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property needs major renovations cleaning and repairs. AC unit took six hours each day to cool down. The curtains had many holes including burn holes. There are no screens on the windows. No bathmat. No hand towels. No washcloths. Mold on shower curtain. Hot water took at least five minutes to arrive. Shower curtain rod barely stays up. The microwave was missing a leg. The tv stations would freeze up every 10 minutes or so. The floor was dirty. Under the bed hadn’t been swept. There’s no security peep hole or chain lock on the door. There’s no ice available, machine is broken. Pool had much floating stuff from trees.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Maria, Cathedral City

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Well it was very hot upon arrival 117 degrees room air conditioner couldnt keep room cool, pool had alot of debris from palm tree in water, not good, bed ok price ok
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nyree, San Antonio

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was friendly, but the room was dirty. The toilet was dirty and the beds were in poor condition. The floors were also dirty and the wash clothes and towels were so thin u could see through them when they were wet. They also hurt your skin when using them to wash up and dry off. The refrigerator was warm until we figured out how to adjust the temperature because the numbers were rubbed off the temperature dial. We could not watch tv because the satellite or whatever the tv was running with kept freezng up every 2 minutes during a program. The pool was dirty so we couldn't swim. The ice machine was broken. The price was ok, but the hotel could use a lot of improvement on the cleanliness and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

stuart

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Got there and the minute I walked into the room I knew I could not sleep here. It was disgusting. It was dirty. The box spring had dirt stain all around the perimeter. The air conditioner filter was packed, PACKED with dust and dirt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Pamela, Oxnard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Friendly and courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

kevin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NO REAL HOT WATER, CABLE FROZEN ALL THE TIME, DIRTY LOOKING POOL, BACK OF HOTEL LOOKS LIKE CONDEMED HOTEL, NON WORKING CARS STORED ON PROPERTY
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Gloria

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The TV camp turning off didn't get to see any TV for the channels said no internet
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Laid back atmosphere
The staff here is very friendly and easy to do businesss with. The hotel has a very relaxing and laid-back feel and I felt comery comfortable throughout my stay here. The same cannot be said about other hotels I've recently experienced where the staff/management can be cold and unwelcoming. I highly recommend staying at Desert Lodge.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best Stay For Your Buck
Great price for the room. It had a refrigerator and microwave. For 2 beds and pet friendly, this place is a win!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Expedia should remove this hotel from its listing. It was literally the worst place I’ve ever stayed. The AC was full of dust. The windows were screwed not allowing to open for fresh air. The window curtains were dirty. Bathroom completely outdated. Walls and ceiling full of patches. We removed the sheet covers and mattress full of stains. And no words to describe the mattress base.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in was a breeze! On 1st glance, It has a quaint, rustic exterior, but don't let that dissuade you. Opening the door using the latest technology in card reader, tap and turn the knob. Reveals an updated interior modern design and the comfortable bed. Be careful adjusting the arm of TV bracket. My TV almost crashed onto the furniture because one side is not turned equally as tight as the other and I wasn't aware until it began slipping. Thankfully though it didn't rush crash and I was able to connect my HDMI cable and Roku device to access additional Entertainment options. The owner is pleasant and helpful & I think I woke himup early to extend my stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dont overlook!
Great place to stay on a budget ...m otherwise!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
amazing place amazing staff amzing price
my overall stay was amazing staff were all very helpful and friendly the guy at the front desk let me pricematch and gave me the same price that i would get online super friedly i would definitely remain to stay here and i recommended it to my local friends as well
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rodrigo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay away ! Catfish
Run by Indian couple . I walked in and walked out . It was so horrible and disgusting i preferred to lose my money and book somewhere else . Mould in mattress , bedbugs , holes in bathroom, little thin towels with stains. It’s a catfish hotel
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hidden gem
Consistent, friendly service, helpful cleaning staff, clean facilities... the proprietor cares about his customers and his facility. A hidden gem in the desert, for sure.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Donna Faith

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fridge and tv did not work. WiFi poor. Thin, small towels. We were there for four days. The two times we asked for room to be made up, no one did so. The pool did get cleaned. Get what you pay for…
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and efficient - exactly what you should expect from a motel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024