Sparrows LodgevsThe Monkey Tree by AvantStay
Both hotels are recommended by writers. Overall, Sparrows Lodge is preferred by most professionals compared to The Monkey Tree Hotel. Sparrows Lodge comes in at 83 with recommendations from 9 publications including Mr & Mrs Smith, Jetsetter and Frommer's.
Sparrows Lodge Show All Reviews
1330 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
From $139/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Pool
Fodor's
"Rustic earthiness meets haute design at the adult-centered Sparrows, just off Palm Springs' main drag." Full review
Jetsetter
"A hipster hacienda hideaway with summer camp inspired rooms in up-and-coming South Palm Springs." Full review
Gayot
"A former 1950s motel that has been taken down to the studs, Sparrows Lodge was rebuilt from the ground up and reincarnated as a hip and haute retreat."
The Telegraph
9.0
"A subtle sign—two small black birds on a white background—indicates you've arrived at the rustically romantic Sparrows Lodge." Full review
goop
"Just like so many Palm Springs properties, this lodge has lived many lives before it’s most recent incarnation as a beautifully-restored 20-room retreat." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Sparrows Lodge was built in 1952 by actor Don Castle and his wife Zetta as a desert retreat far removed from the Hollywood hustle." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Tensions dissolve immediately when guests arrive at Sparrows Lodge." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Famous for holidaying Hollywood stars, Palm Springs can also shout about Sparrows Lodge, a cool, cabin-like retreat to the south of town." Full review
Zagat
"This locavore locale in the heart of Sparrows Lodge serves sandwiches and small bites by day and intimate family-style dinners on Wednesday and Saturday nights (reservations required)." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Originally opened in 1952, Sparrows Lodge was restored in 2013 as a rustic, upper-middle-range, adults-only hotel that gives guests cabin-like lodging and a break from technology. No TVs,..." Full review
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