California’s original Holiday Inn has come a long way. After several iterations—former owners include singer Gene Autry and producer Merv Griffin—the property reopened as Parker Palm Springs in 2004. The hotel underwent a major refresh in 2017, with designer Jonathan Adler combining an electric color palette with irreverent, stylish details like an antique DRUGS pharmacy sign and a full wall of macramé owls. Couples love the rooms featuring private outdoor patios and hammocks that hang above their own sandpits. The 12 stand-alone villas work best for families. But the many shared spaces are what make this a Palm Springs playground for all ages: Wandering around the 13-acre grounds, you’ll encounter a life-sized chess set, a labyrinth of bougainvillea-lined garden paths, three pools (one is adults only), and hanging rattan chairs aplenty. The food ranges from breakfast all day at the upscale diner Norma’s to escargot and steak au poivre at the hushed French restaurant Mister Parker’s. Escape the activity on the ground at the Palm Springs Yacht Club spa, where every treatment is customized and you can easily spend an entire day.
The Parker Palm Springs. Palm Springs, California. NO RELEASES. NO SIGNS.
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The Parker Palm Springs. Palm Springs, California. NO RELEASES. NO SIGNS.
Lisa Corson, AFAR Media
The Parker Palm Springs. Palm Springs, California. NO RELEASES. NO SIGNS.
Lisa Corson, AFAR Media
The Parker Palm Springs. Palm Springs, California. NO RELEASES. NO SIGNS.
Lisa Corson, AFAR Media
The Parker Palm Springs. Palm Springs, California. NO RELEASES. NO SIGNS.
Lisa Corson, AFAR Media
The Parker Palm Springs. Palm Springs, California. NO RELEASES. NO SIGNS.
Lisa Corson, AFAR Media
The Parker Palm Springs. Palm Springs, California. NO RELEASES. NO SIGNS.
Lisa Corson, AFAR Media
The Parker Palm Springs. Palm Springs, California. NO RELEASES. NO SIGNS.
Lisa Corson, AFAR Media
The Parker Palm Springs. Palm Springs, California. NO RELEASES. NO SIGNS.
Lisa Corson, AFAR Media
Parker Palm Springs, Palm Springs, CA
Lisa Corson, AFAR Media
The Parker Palm Springs. Palm Springs, California. NO RELEASES. NO SIGNS.
Lisa Corson, AFAR Media
