The Monkey Tree by AvantStayvsAce Hotel & Swim Club
Both hotels are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Ace Hotel and Swim Club scores significantly higher than The Monkey Tree Hotel. Ace Hotel and Swim Club comes in at 83 with praise from 10 publications like Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Condé Nast Traveler.
The Monkey Tree by AvantStay
2388 E Racquet Club Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262-2629
From $219/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Pool
Gayot
"The hotel’s Scandinavian-style, hot-and-cold hydro spa — the first and only of its kind in the area — is a big selling point (that and the lack of a resort fee)."
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"THIS PROPERTY RE-OPENED AS THE MONKEY TREE HOTEL IN FEBRUARY 2016. WE WILL UPDATE OUR PHOTOS AND REVIEW AS SOON AS WE CAN." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"The Monkey Tree is an architectural gem that's been fully restored, tucked away in a residential neighborhood in North Palm Springs." Full review
Wallpaper
"This north end of town hideaway offers 16 rooms complete with kitchens, as well as an invigorating Scandinavian style sauna, plunge pool and original salt water swimming pool." Full review
Ace Hotel & Swim Club Show All Reviews
701 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
From $159/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Time Out
"The Palm Springs Ace Hotel, housed in what was once a Motel 6, is the party destination for hip young travelers heading to the desert." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Rather than the usual Rat Pack retro or duffer chic, this hip oasis is a slightly rugged desert escape. David Hockney, eat your heart out." Full review
Fodor's
"With the hotel's vintage feel and hippie-chic decor, it would be no surprise to find the Grateful Dead playing in the bar." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"This upper-middle-range, 180-room hipster haven has a palpable party vibe and frequent music nights with a live DJ." Full review
Jetsetter
"Midcentury motel turned hipster hangout with vintage digs and a rock ’n’ roll poolside scene." Full review
Gayot
"Capitalizing on the cool factor, this vintage gem welcomes dogs and their human traveling companions."
Afar Magazine
"When you stay, you'll be among young hipsters and cool couples waiting to waste the day away poolside." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Eco-conscious renovations with recycled materials have transformed the 1960s-era hotel into a bohemian-themed resort." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"First impression?
It's the ultimate cool kids' pool scene, complete with holographic Speedos, a poolside taco cart, and ironic floaties" Full review
Frommer's
"More than many other low-rise hotels in town, the Ace works to create a slick desert scene for guests who bring urban cool with them." Full review