Sparrows LodgevsThe Willows
Sparrows Lodge and The Willows are both endorsed by professionals. On balance, Sparrows Lodge ranks significantly better than The Willows. Sparrows Lodge comes in at 83 with accolades from 9 reviewers like Jetsetter, Afar Magazine and Mr & Mrs Smith.
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 Willows
412 W. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
From $522/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Pool
Gayot
"Romantic, peaceful and private, this place is perfect for couples. Each of the eight guest rooms has its own personality with furnishings carefully selected to match a theme."
Oyster
Upscale
"The Willows is an upscale bed-and-breakfast property in a Mediterranean-style villa built in 1925 that's full of romantic atmosphere." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Willows was built in 1924 as a home for New York attorney Samuel Untermyer, and hosted guests including Albert Einstein." Full review