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Margaritaville Resort Palm SpringsvsThe Saguaro Palm Springs
Both hotels are recommended by writers. Overall, Riviera Palm Springs Resort is preferred by most professionals compared to The Saguaro Palm Springs. Riviera Palm Springs Resort ranks #3 in Palm Springs with accolades from 10 reviewers such as Oyster, Travel + Leisure and Time Out.
Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs
Time Out
Fodor's
Frommer's
Gayot
Wallpaper
Jetsetter
Forbes Travel Guide
Oyster
The Telegraph
Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
1600 North Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262
From $116/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
Time Out "The Riviera may lack the charm of some smaller properties in Palm Springs, but for an event or a weekend stay it's got all the amenities you'll need." Full review
Fodor's "A party place built in 1958 and renovated in 2008, the Riviera attracts young, well-heeled, bikini-clad guests who hang out around the pool by day and the Bikini Bar by night." Full review
Frommer's "If you're looking for a rich dose of Palm Springs style without extreme pricing or snobbishness, the Riviera, about a mile north of the heart of downtown, will suit you." Full review
Gayot "Following a thoughtful, extravagant renovation, this iconic hotel re-emerged with more Hollywood allure than when it originally opened in 1959."
Wallpaper "A lobby arcade functions as a microcosm of the hotel’s histories, with a series of small lounge vignettes featuring local artwork and photography and three new food and beverage spaces." Full review
Jetsetter "Ultra-slick modernist resort that celebrates its Rat Pack past without sacrificing up-to-date amenities." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide "If any hotel captures the glitz and glamor of Old Hollywood and the Rat Pack era, it’s Riviera Palm Springs." Full review
Oyster4.0
"A funky blend of mid-century modern design, this upscale, 398-room hotel pays homage to its roots as a celebrity playground in the sixties." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This former Rat Pack hangout—once frequented by Frank Sinatra himself—finds itself reborn after a renovation brought the hotel's mid-century décor into the modern era. Its legendary pool..." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Stars like Elvis Presley, Bob Hope, and Frank Sinatra spent time lounging around the Riviera Resort and Spa in the 1960s." Full review
The Saguaro Palm Springs Time Out
Afar Magazine Fodor's Jetsetter Gayot The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler Frommer's
Lonely Planet
1800 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
From $120/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Time Out "A bright, color-blocked facade and blue bedrooms with lime furniture and purple carpeting may sound like a design worst nightmare, but somehow this place pulls it off." Full review
Afar Magazine "The bold color palette of this reimagined motel reflects the hues of 14 different desert wildflowers." Full review
Fodor's "A startling, rainbow-hued oasis, the Saguaro caters to pet-toting partygoers who appreciate its lively pool and casual- and fine-dining options." Full review
Jetsetter "A riot of color in the desert with a sexy pool scene and tequila-fueled nights courtesy of Iron Chef Jose Garces." Full review
Gayot "At The Saguaro, the area’s quintessential mid-century modern vibe gives way to bright colors --- from Crayola exteriors to multi-hued guest rooms."
The Telegraph9.0
"An atmosphere of fun will pervade your stay at The Saguaro." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A revamped 245-room desert resort on the quiet southern side of Palm Springs." Full review
Frommer's "Cheerfully bright and budget-appropriate, the three-story Saguaro is a good place for families who want to have a stylish time without succumbing to pretentiousness or the Palm Springs party culture" Full review
Lonely Planet "The hot colors of a desert blooming with wildflowers animate this newly updated mid-century hotel." Full review
