Avalon Hotel and Bungalows sits at 415 South Belardo Road in a shopping district near the Palm Springs Convention Center, a short ride from downtown. The property dates to 1922 and is built in a Mediterranean style, and it is a boutique stay with 72 rooms across nine room types, including studios, suites and bungalows. The pool area is the heart of the place, with three outdoor pools and a children's pool open from morning until late evening, two hot tubs and a firepit for evenings. A full-service spa and a 24-hour gym cover wellness, bicycles can be borrowed at no charge, and the on-site restaurant, Chi Chi, anchors dining along with a bar and lounge. Rooms have air conditioning, in-room safes, smart televisions, laptop workspaces and minibars, and free cribs are available. Practical details to check before booking: a nightly resort fee applies, self-parking is charged per night, dogs are accepted for a per-stay fee within weight limits, and the property has no elevator, which matters for guests with mobility needs.
The setting suits travelers who want a design-minded hotel that still feels like a village. Low buildings, courtyards and bungalows break the property into small, quiet pockets, so even a full pool day rarely feels crowded, and the older bones of the 1922 building give it more character than the newer resort towers elsewhere in town. Because the hotel sits in a commercial district near the Convention Center rather than on Palm Canyon Drive itself, you will usually drive or take a short rideshare to downtown restaurants and the museums, although the bikes make nearby errands pleasant in the cooler months.
Who should stay
Couples marking an occasion, design lovers and anyone who wants a spa-forward base with a polished but relaxed feel. Families are welcome, and the children's pool and free cribs help, though the boutique scale suits adults best. Check-in starts at 4 p.m., with check-out before 11 a.m., and early arrival or late departure may cost extra. Breakfast is cooked to order for an extra charge rather than included, so factor that into your budget, and review the current resort fee and parking charges in the final price.
When to go
Winter and spring are the busiest and most expensive periods, with peak rates around Modernism Week in February and the festival weekends in April, so book early. Summer is quieter and cheaper, and the pools become the main event, though midday heat is severe. Guests with limited mobility should ask for ground-floor rooms and confirm access, because there is no elevator.
For a smaller adults-only hideaway, look at Villa Royale or Sparrows Lodge; for the glamour of a larger estate, the Parker is the benchmark; Avalon sits between them as a relaxed, characterful and well-equipped choice.
Why stay here
- ✓Three outdoor pools and a childrens pool
- ✓Two hot tubs
- ✓Full-service spa
- ✓24-hour gym
- ✓Free bicycle rentals
- ✓On-site restaurant and bar
- ✓Firepit and garden courtyards
- ✓EV charging station
Good questions
How many rooms does Avalon have?+
Avalon has 72 rooms across nine room types, including studios, suites and bungalows.
Does Avalon charge a resort fee or for parking?+
A nightly resort fee applies, covering items such as pool, spa, gym and hot tub access, and self-parking is charged per night. Check the current amounts in the final price when you book.
Is Avalon accessible?+
Wheelchair-accessible features are noted, but the property has no elevator, so ask about ground-floor rooms before you book.
