The hype
The rooms are massive, gorgeous, and perfectly located, but the service model feels too hands-off for the price.
Drift Palm Springs
$250-$450 / nat
Bestil hvis You're traveling with a group or want a stylish, apartment-style suite with a full kitchen right in downtown Palm Springs.
Hvorfor folk elsker det
- Spacious 1-to-4 bedroom suites with full kitchens
- Chic Baja-inspired minimalist design
- Excellent location walking distance to downtown Palm Springs
Hurtig oversigt: It's essentially a high-end, heavily stylized Airbnb masquerading as a boutique hotel—meaning no daily housekeeping, virtual check-in, and a mandatory $45 resort fee.
Anmeldt af @thecuratedwanderer: My 24 hours at Drift Palm Springs were pure magic. Waking up to mountain views from my bed and sipping coffee on the balcony was the perfect reset. The pool is stunning, and ending the night with cocktails at Bar Cecil was the cherry on top. Highly recommend for a chic getaway!
Gæst der boede her sagde
Reality check
Because it operates like an Airbnb, don't expect traditional luxury hotel services like a concierge, bellhop, or daily room cleaning.
- Groups and bachelorette parties needing multi-bedroom suites
- Design lovers who appreciate minimalist, Baja-chic aesthetics
- Travelers who prefer cooking their own meals in full kitchens
Renhed & Vedligeholdelse
8
- Housekeeping: No daily housekeeping unless requested for an extra fee; rooms are generally very clean upon arrival.
- Bathroom hygiene: Mostly pristine and well-stocked, though a few isolated reports mentioned dirty grout or minor mold on vents.
- Maintenance: Brand new property (opened 2023) so everything is in great condition, though some AC units are reported as noisy.
- Linens & towels: Luxurious bedding and premium sheets, but some guests found the bath towels to be rough and not very absorbent.
- Odors & scents: Generally fresh, though one guest reported a lingering odor in their room.
Sleepability™
6.5MODERAT
0-4HØJT
4-7.5MODERAT
7.5-10STILLE
- Street traffic from Indian Canyon Drive
- Noisy in-room AC units
- Occasional events or parties at the pool
Før du booker
Godt at vide
- Check-in is entirely digital via text and a door code
- There is a $45 nightly destination fee
- Housekeeping costs extra and must be requested via text
Hvad skal du pakke
- Earplugs to block out street and AC noise
- Bug spray (some guests reported mosquitoes around the property)
Værelses-genie
Bedste valg
- Multi-bedroom suites for groups (they have up to 4 bedrooms with full kitchens)
- Poolside rooms if you want direct access to the cabanas and Baja vibes
Værelser at undgå
- Rooms directly facing the street due to traffic noise
- Ground floor rooms near the pool if you want to sleep early
Værelses-anmodnings-genie – kopier og indsæt
“Hi team, I'm a light sleeper—could you please assign me a quiet room away from the street and the pool area? Thank you!”
Ofte stillede spørgsmål og skjulte tips
Alt hvad du gerne vil vide før du booker.
Is there a front desk?
No, check-in is entirely virtual via text and email, though staff are on-site if you need them.
Are pets allowed?
No, Drift Palm Springs is strictly not pet-friendly.
Is there a resort fee?
Yes, there is a mandatory $45 nightly destination fee that covers WiFi, pool access, and bike rentals.
Does the hotel have a gym?
No on-site gym, but they provide yoga mats, Bala weights in-room, and free weekend yoga classes.
Is parking included?
Self-parking is included in the resort fee, but spots are tight and sometimes unavailable during events. Valet is an extra charge.
Do the rooms have kitchens?
Yes, most suites feature full kitchens with refrigerators, dishwashers, and toaster ovens.
Insidertips
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Take advantage of the complimentary Dutch-style public bikes to explore downtown Palm Springs.
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The in-room TV allows you to stream FORM fitness workouts, and you can request a Bala fitness kit to your room.
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Don't miss Maleza, the on-site Baja-inspired restaurant—order the shareable family-style dishes and rare mezcals.
5 ting du bør vide før du tager af sted
💡The hotel is essentially an apartment building run as a hotel-Airbnb hybrid.
💡The $45 destination fee includes welcome drinks and in-room pour-over coffee.
💡There's a $200 refundable damage deposit collected before check-in.
💡The bath amenities are high-end, but the bath towels have been described as scratchy.
💡Mosquitoes can occasionally be an issue around the outdoor pool and lounge areas.
Lokal Playbook
Kort
Se hvor Drift Palm Springs ligger, og hvad der er i nærheden.