100 W Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, California, United States | (888) 273-7116
Unbeatable location for downtown Palm Springs; walkable to shops, restaurants, and bars
Stunning rooftop pool with gorgeous mountain views; plus a full bar and food service from High Bar
Contemporary rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, yoga mats, and
4 Saints restaurant for shareable, seasonal small plates and gorgeous mountain views
Juniper Table offers upscale cafe fare for all-day dining
Window Bar in the lobby for cocktails and wines
Daily wine reception, valet parking, bikes to borrow, and Wi-Fi (included in the resort fee)
Pool day passes and cabanas can be rented by outside guests
Fitness center with modern equipment and natural light
Daily resort fee is required
Breakfast costs extra
No self-parking option
For Palm Springs visitors who want resort-like amenities and a downtown location, it doesn't get any better than the upscale Kimpton Rowan. As one of the tallest buildings, at seven stories, in Palm Springs, it has ample space for bells and whistles you'll otherwise only find on the outskirts of town: a gorgeous rooftop pool, full fitness center, a fine-dining restaurant, all-day cafe, bikes to borrow, and two bars. The 153 guest rooms and suites are done in a contemporary finish and include floor-to-ceiling windows and chic bathrooms. The major downside is the resort fee, though it does include a daily wine and beer reception with a few nibbles. Expect to pay extra for breakfast. For something with a more boutique vibe and free breakfast, check out the Sparrows Lodge Hotel.
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Scene
Mid-Century Modern design, mountain views, and Kimpton flair
Kimpton hotels are known for artfully combining a curated boutique-like hotel experience with the service and efficiency of a chain hotel, the the Kimpton Rowan is no different. Thanks to its angular seven stories of glass and white lattice trim fronted by towering palm trees, the hotel truly stands out from it's low-lying neighbors. Inside, the lobby features soaring ceilings, Mid-Century Modern furnishings, and a full bar. A gas fireplace, bookshelves lined with opened books, and potted plants invite mingling and lingering. This is where the daily beer and wine reception is hosted, and where guests check in and out at the reception desk. Up on the rooftop, guests and day visitors can enjoy the chic swimming pool and epic mountain views. Most guests are couples and friends, with the occasional kiddo, and the overall atmosphere is quite refined and pleasant.
Location
In the heart of downtown Palm Springs, next to H&M and one block from the Palm Springs Art Museum
Set on busy (but busy in Palm Springs is a relative term) W Tahquitz Canyon Way, the Kimpton has an almost unbeatable location for those who want to walk around downtown Palm Springs. It's set on a corner, right next to Starbucks and H&M, and one block from the Palm Springs Art Museum. A long line of boutique shops, bars, restaurants, and services are within an easy walk. You can also join a walking tour of Mid-Century Modern architecture from downtown. Farther afield, it's about a 20-minute drive to the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Joshua Tree National Park and Coachella grounds are about a 50-minute drive. It's only 10 minutes to Palm Springs International Airport. Expect anywhere from two to four hours in the car to reach Los Angeles.
Rooms
Modern rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and an ocean-inspired color palette
Each of the 153 guest rooms and suites at Kimpton feature floor-to-ceiling windows that let in ample natural light and allow for varied views of the city and mountain. Modern decor includes an ocean-inspired color palette, framed topographical maps of the region, and plush armchairs. Flat-screen TVs, electronic safes, refrigerated minibars, and yoga mats all come standard. Rooms have either a singular king bed or two queen-size beds. Upgrades to rooms with balconies are available. Bathrooms are spacious with a large shower and vanity. King Spa Rooms and Suites upgrade to soaking bathtubs. Atelier Bloem bath amenities and Frette robes are extra special in all of the room types.
Features
Rooftop pool, two restaurants, two bars, and a modern fitness center -- plus a daily resort fee to cover valet parking, daily wine reception, and Wi-Fi
It's rare to find a hotel with so many well-designed and convenient features in downtown Palm Springs. The Kimpton's most popular feature is the rooftop pool, a super chic space with plush sun loungers, rentable cabanas, and breathtaking mountain and city views. Day passes are available for non-hotel guests. There's also full food and beverage service from High Bar with excellent margaritas and bespoke cocktails. Other dining choices include 4 Saints, a local favorite for its beautiful dining room and shareable small plates. Juniper Table, in the lobby, has a coffee bar and outside dining, for all three meals and afternoon pastries. The menu focuses on Mediterranean dishes and fresh ingredients. The Window Bar in the lobby is an intimate spot for a night cap or a business meeting, and it allows for both bar counter seating and in the adjacent living room space.The resort fee is charged daily, though it comes with lots of perks: valet parking, daily wine and beer reception with a few nibbles, bikes to borrow, airport transfers, a house car, Wi-Fi, fruit-infused water in the lobby, and business services like printing. The modern fitness center offers natural light and updated Cybex machines.
