“A luxury collection of free-standing villas boasting 3 swimming pools and an on-site restaurant and bar serving Mediterranean/Cali fare, perfect for couples. 5 minutes drive from Downtown, the villas are spacious and comfortable, but it is their bold, arty and vibrant design that really stands out.”
“A luxury collection of free-standing villas boasting 3 swimming pools and an on-site restaurant and bar serving Mediterranean/Cali fare, perfect for couples. 5 minutes drive from Downtown, the villas are spacious and comfortable, but it is their bold, arty and vibrant design that really stands out.”
Hotel Review
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Palm Springs, about a mile and a half from the bustling Downtown's theatres, museums and shopping destinations, lies Villa Royale, the historic hideaway to the stars. Since it's post-war conception, the attractive Spanish style resort has delighted guests with it's elegance and boutique charm. The current incarnation still boasts the same spectacular views of the San Jacinto Mountain Range but has been modified since its Hollywood heyday, sporting Simmons mattresses and Mascioni linens and duvet covers, lavishly stocked honour bars full of cocktail favourites, and wonderful oil paintings by former resident artists Juan Casas, Lou Kregal and Sara Radovanovich.
Dining has also been revamped, the on-site restaurant Del Rey is elegant, dark and sexy with an intimate atmosphere in its comfortable green vinyl booths. The marble bar is well-stocked, offering a range of cocktails, and the food is served in tapas style, with staples such as boquerones crostini and patatas bravas, as well as a range of seafood, flatbreads and a popular flat-iron steak.
The resort is pet friendly, with a reasonable $50 cleaning fee, and is graced with 3 pools, each sporting fantastic views. The perfect romantic hideaway for couples seeking a little privacy and some classic desert style.
Written by HG Staff
Recommended For
- Romantic Break
- Stunning rooms in private villas invite romance in the sun at this cosy, adult only resort
- City Style
- A collection of stylish villas in West Palm Springs, 5 minutes from Downtown
- Retro/Vintage
- The resort has an air of Hollywood heyday, reminiscient in its design
- Trekking
- Palm Springs is surrounded by mountains ideal for hiking in, the front desk can aid guests in finding the right trails
- Golf
- Canyon Estates Golf Course and Mesquite Country Club are a short drive away, offering public access to courses
- Other Activities
- Visit the Indian Canyons for activities such as hiking and riding, as well as spectacular scenery
- Museums
- The Agua Caliente Cultural Museum and Ruddy General Store Museum are a short walk or drive away
- Cycling
- The resort offers bikes for hire and easy access to the mountain and desert cycling trails
- Sights nearby
- A short walk from Moorten Botanical Garden
- Historic
- Dating back to 1947, the resort has housed Hollywood stars and luminaries such as Mickey Rooney and screenwriter Irving Shulman
- Artworks
- The villas are home to over 50 large oil paintings, spread throughout the resort
- Views
- The resort offers mountain views from windows, terraces and pools
- Pet friendly
- With pet friendly and specific amenities at $50 per night
- Hills & mountains
- The resort offers views of the San Jacinto Mountains
- Restaurant
- Del Ray at Villa Royale is the on-site restaurant
- In/by the desert
- Palm Springs is surrounded by the Sonoran Desert
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Villas with private terraces available
- Wedding license
- The resort boasts a bridal suite
- Disabled access
- Adapted villas available
- Designer
- Sit-out Terrace
- Contemporary
- Chic
Facilities
- Views
- The resort offers mountain views from windows, terraces and pools
- Pet friendly
- With pet friendly and specific amenities at $50 per night
- Fireplace
- Some villas boast fireplaces and firepits on terraces
- Restaurant
- Del Ray at Villa Royale is the on-site restaurant
- Adult Only
- This resort welcomes guests over the age of 21
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Villas with private terraces available
- Swimming Pool
- The resort boasts 3 outdoor pools
- Wedding license
- The resort boasts a bridal suite
- Disabled access
- Adapted villas available
- Parking
- Free on-site parking
- Bicycle hire
- Sit-out Terrace
- Bar
- Concierge
- Bath robes
- Safe
- Business Centre
- Wifi
- In room music system
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Air conditioning
- Hot Tub
- Private villas
- Room service
- Garden
Activities
- Trekking
- Palm Springs is surrounded by mountains ideal for hiking in, the front desk can aid guests in finding the right trails
- Golf
- Canyon Estates Golf Course and Mesquite Country Club are a short drive away, offering public access to courses
- Other Activities
- Visit the Indian Canyons for activities such as hiking and riding, as well as spectacular scenery
- Museums
- The Agua Caliente Cultural Museum and Ruddy General Store Museum are a short walk or drive away
- Cycling
- The resort offers bikes for hire and easy access to the mountain and desert cycling trails
- Sights nearby
- A short walk from Moorten Botanical Garden
Map & Location
What's Nearby
Other Reviews
Villa Royale
This Fifties favourite has become one of the most sought-after boutique hotels in Palm Springs. A mixture of old-world charm, bold décor and eclectic furnishings – plus a truly sophisticated bar and restaurant to boot – make this adults-only retreat the perfect weekend hideaway.
Originally published by Telegraph Travel Online
