The Saguaro Palm Springs

Palm Springs, USA

Pool View 2 Queen Beds
Pool View 2 Queen Beds

The hotel

The strapline, ‘Pina Coladas for breakfast – no judgements’, sets the feel-free-to-just-be tone of the Saguaro (that’s Sa-Wah-Roh, pronunciation fans). This rainbow-coloured oasis – just a hop and a skip from downtown Palm Springs – has everything you might need wrapped up a Pinata-bright Mexi-Cali package that’s as cheerful as it is chic. It’s no wonder the Saguaro has backdropped numerous fashion mag shoots in its time. But even if the only runway you’ve ever graced is at Heathrow you owe it to yourself to hit the Saguaro. Test the tacos and sample the ceviche at the El Jefe restaurant, perfect your Upward Facing Two Foot Staff in one of the daily yoga classes, or simply take the short trip from your balcony to the pool, frozen daiquiri in hand, and blisss out under the desert sun.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Yoga
  • Internet Access
  • Close to City Centre
  • Bicycle Rental
  • Restaurant

Where is it

6 min from downtown Palm Springs and in close range of many golf courses.

Hotel information

244 rooms on 3 floors. All rooms are furnished with handcrafted, imported Mexican furniture and offer a balcony or patio with seating area, 32 Inch HDTV, iPod docking station and luxury organic bath products and linens. Signature 1 King rooms offer 1 king-size bed, sleeping max 2 adults.
Signature 2 Queen rooms offer 2 queen-size beds, sleeping max 3 adults.

El Jefe (all day menu, happy hour). Pool Bar (breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks, drinks). Room service*. Heated swimming pool (DJs and parties at weekends), hot tubs. WiFi*. Daily yoga classes*. Desert cruiser bikes*. 24-hour Fitness Centre. Spa*. Shuttle bus service (complimentary drop off within 5 mile radius). Self-parking*.

*Denotes local charge

Please note: A resort fee of $25 plus tax per room, per day is payable locally and includes the following benefits:
- Fitness center access
- Fitness/yoga classes
- Shuttle service
- Business center/computer access
- Internet access
- Newspaper
- Self parking
- In-room safety deposit box
Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Lipstick on a Pig

Oct 15, 2019 732dawnh San Francisco, California

if you are young, wannna snap some cool insta pics at the pool and get wasted this is the place for you. otherwise, this place is nothing more than an old, tired motel that has been splashed in bright colors. the lighting throughout is horrible. think, dim dingy fluorescent as you walk the halls. the rooms are tired and don’t feel super clean.… Read more
if you are young, wannna snap some cool insta pics at the pool and get wasted this is the place for you. otherwise, this place is nothing more than an old, tired motel that has been splashed in bright colors. the lighting throughout is horrible. think, dim dingy fluorescent as you walk the halls. the rooms are tired and don’t feel super clean. there were some stains on my sheets and the carpet felt disgusting. guessing lots of rum has been spilled. our room had maintenance issues as well: AC was out and lock on the front door was broken. this place gets two stars only because the staff was friendly and quick to respond to issues. if you want a relaxing, palm spring vibe vacation this is not the place for you. if you want a vegas style pool party, then this is the place for you! Read less
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Oct 7, 2019 KJ1981 Zionsville, Indiana

Very cool idea, great bar tenders at the inside bar. It looks pretty and what not, but just be aware that it's a motel that's been painted in fun colors. It's got some great amenities and was comfortable, but rooms aren't as fancy as you might think. The front desk person seemed a bit judgmental when we checked in (perhaps we weren't hip enough),… Read more
Very cool idea, great bar tenders at the inside bar. It looks pretty and what not, but just be aware that it's a motel that's been painted in fun colors. It's got some great amenities and was comfortable, but rooms aren't as fancy as you might think. The front desk person seemed a bit judgmental when we checked in (perhaps we weren't hip enough), but everyone else was lovely. Parking is free and easy which is nice. The pool party looked packed when we saw it. We had a pool view, but you had turn your head and lean out to see anything. We were situated in front of an area that was being set up for a wedding, so the view was so-so. Not sure if you can request a view, but do so if you can. Overall, it's decent and I might stay again. However, it's definitely meant for partying on the weekends and Instagramers. Read less
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Oct 5, 2019 Monica V Pasadena, California

Stayed dined and partied! It was the perfect location to celebrate our friendships!!! No better place than a stay-cation with great pool vices! The margarita pitchers were perfect, the front desk was welcoming and the new decor is so preety!!!
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Oct 5, 2019 IamJesseHughes

The Saguaro was my home for a week while I was working in the area. The staff was great to me the entire time. Extra towels, consistent cleaning of room, and informing me of what's in the area everytime I asked. The Hotel is colorful and fun with a really cool vibe and fun to walk around in. The restaurant inside is also delicious, get the baja… Read more
The Saguaro was my home for a week while I was working in the area. The staff was great to me the entire time. Extra towels, consistent cleaning of room, and informing me of what's in the area everytime I asked. The Hotel is colorful and fun with a really cool vibe and fun to walk around in. The restaurant inside is also delicious, get the baja fish tacos, won't be disappointed. I only spent a little time at the pool but when I did it was relaxing and clean. Lots of people came on Saturday but it wasn't disturbing or too distracting. Would definitely come back here if I'm in the area again. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Hotspot, but!... huge no go 😕

Oct 4, 2019 alsterfiete Hamburg, Germany

We were here for one night, nice place, Hotspot for Generation Instagram. We spend this afternoon by the pool. Were replaced twice in the only area with sun left right before sunset for a movie screen, annoying not very relaxing experience, could have placed that screen at the other end where the shadow was or placed that screen up later. Got… Read more
We were here for one night, nice place, Hotspot for Generation Instagram. We spend this afternoon by the pool. Were replaced twice in the only area with sun left right before sunset for a movie screen, annoying not very relaxing experience, could have placed that screen at the other end where the shadow was or placed that screen up later. Got coupons for Margaritas, do not drink alcohol, cocktail without alcohol was not possible, not perfect! But sorry to say then a homeless guy just went into the pool area. Do not get me wrong (I am sorry for him and the States definitely have a huge problem on that everywhere!), but if I spend a lot of money being a hotel guest that is a huge no go! Staff was running around for 15 min at least, guests also did not say something. That is a hygenic and safety issue! I told the bar guy, managers came. After telling her I got again two coupons for margaritas (do not drink alcohol though!). After I turned around they both high fived (sorry not a big deal, but not in front of the customer!) After all that is such a big no go that a homeless guy is entering the property and is jumping right into the pool! At least a free non alcoholic drink, free breakfast or anything like that could have been a good solution for letting staff know!!! We were upset after all! Sorry to say, either security or keypads for the pool area should be a solution for future guests. Read less