Arguably the best part of any Palm Springs getaway is the abundant plethora of gorgeous, fun, and relaxing pools you have to choose from when deciding on a hotel or even a place to visit for the day. In the desert heat, you’ll typically find yourself spending most of your time literally in the pool if not extremely close to one while you sip on a refreshing beverage, so choosing your ideal pool environment is key.
While some pools require hotel guest status to be able to enter, others offer the ability to pay for a day pass or even just pop into if you’re lucky. Below are nine Palm Springs pools that pass the vibe check when it comes to meeting your luxurious, relaxing, beautiful, and entertaining standards for choosing the perfect vacation pool location and what it takes to gain entry to them. Enjoy.
Arrive Hotel, Palm Springs, CA
The pool at Arrive Hotel in Palm Springs is situated in the middle of the hotel as its main focal point. With the well-designed and Midcentury Modern hotel as the backdrop and a bar and restaurant in close proximity, this spot feels fresh, fun, and relaxing as a Palm Springs pool choice. There are cabanas lining the pool, a jacuzzi should you need it, comfy lounge chairs with umbrellas, and a delightful food and drink pool menu to keep you full and refreshed.
ACE Hotel & Swim Club, Palm Springs, CA
The iconically cool ACE Hotel & Swim Club in Palm Springs is one of the most fun and lively places to congregate at out in the desert. While the design is more on the stark, hipster-chic side, the vibe is college pool party with good music and all your good friends - especially on weekends.
Enjoy delicious cocktails served poolside, floaties if you can snag one, a DJ spinning tunes on weekends, and lots of fun visitors and locals.
Kimpton Rowan, Palm Springs, CA
The pool at the Kimpton Rowan Hotel in downtown Palm Springs is the only pool in the area that boasts rooftop views. With the beautiful desert mountains as your backdrop, you can get a tan from eight floors up and enjoy views of the entire city while you sip on your vacay cocktail.
The Colony Palms Hotel, Palm Springs, CA
If glamorous, old Hollywood vibes are your preference, head to the pool at The Colony Palms Hotel. Kelly Green lounge chairs and striped umbrellas line the pool with the option for comfy day beds to lay out on as well. The majestic mountains serve as a backdrop, as well as the fancy Colony Club Restaurant to the other side, and every part of your pool experience feels like a high-end getaway.
Ingleside Estate, Palm Springs, CA
The spacious and relaxing pool at Ingleside Estate brings the feel of a Santa Barbara retreat to the middle of the desert. Spread out on one of their cream lounge chairs and soak up the sun and warm desert air before you head to Melvyn’s for lunch. A perfect desert escape for your next vacation.
The Parker, Palm Springs, CA
The Parker Palm Springs gives luxury and classic charm with each of its pool options. With two pools to visit and lush gardens to walk through in order to find them, The Parker gives the feel of a discreet and exclusive getaway into a desert oasis. One pool is surrounded by charming yellow umbrellas and the nostalgic “Lemonade Bar” where you can pop by for a drink. The other pool has coastal themes with it’s blue and green umbrellas and shiplapped cabanas. Everywhere in this resort makes you feel transported to a luxurious, fancy vacation and the pools will be an integral part of the experience.
Yara, Palm Springs, CA
Newer-to-the-scene Yara Palm Springs brings with it a very calming and intimate retreat feel with it’s all-white-and-neutral color palette and the cute and refreshing pool in the middle. With only 10 rooms in this boutique Palm Springs hotel, you get a sense of serenity and privacy with your stay as you cool down by the cozy, communal pool.
**Details:**Pool is available to hotel guests only (which is 21+), and is also available for an all-hotel buyout for a larger group event. Head here to check hotel availability.
Drift, Palm Springs, CA
A Cabo-inspired minimalist hotel, Drift Palm Springs provides desert mountain views, casual cabanas, seasonal DJ visits, and a poolside bar. A beautiful and relaxing place to unplug and enjoy your desert vacation at.
L’Horizon, Palm Springs, CA
The L’Horizon Hotel is a luxury, adults-only resort where every single element is the making of your most decadent vacation. The pool is no exception with its comfortable loungers and shaded cabanas, making it the ideal setting for basking in the sun on a warm desert day. Sip on a refreshing cocktail from the poolside bar, while the gentle breeze rustles the palm trees, creating a soothing symphony of relaxation.
**Details:**Hotel is 21+ and pool is accessible by hotel guests only. Book your stay at L’Horizon here.
Most anywhere you visit in Palm Springs is going to make you feel like you’re on a much-needed vacation, but with these top-tier, beautiful, relaxing, and fun pools to choose from, you can take your getaway to a whole other level. Find even more stunning pools in Palm Springs and beyond by heading to Opulist’s search page, entering your desired city, and choosing the “Pool” feature to see all of your most high-vibe options. Enjoy.
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