La Serena Villas
Spanish Colonial Revival meets modern California cool. Intimate, romantic, and thoroughly adults-only (21+). Handcrafted tilework and curated furnishings by Avenue Interior Design throughout. Boutique-hotel feel with a serious food and beverage program attached.
The $48/night resort fee is actually good value — it covers continental breakfast, bike rentals, self-parking, WiFi, filtered water, and EV charging
Why It Matters
One of the very few Spanish Colonial Revival boutique hotels in a city otherwise dominated by mid-century modern. Michelin 1 Key 2025 recipient. Listed as a Class 1 Historical Property by the City of Palm Springs. Part of the Kirkwood Collection since 2023.
A 1933 Spanish Colonial Revival property that got a full renovation in 2016 by architect May Sung — and it shows. Only 18 adults-only villas spread across just over an acre, all with private patios and outdoor clawfoot tubs. One block off Palm Canyon Drive, everything in downtown Palm Springs is walkable. Michelin awarded it a 1 Key in 2025, and Vogue called it one of the most Insta-worthy hotels in the world. The on-site Azúcar restaurant and rooftop bar are legitimately good, not just hotel-good.
Where You'll Stay
6 room types available
Grand Villa
Same 511 sq ft footprint but with added privacy and a more elevated interior. Larger kitchenette, soaking tub, shower, and double vanity in the bathroom. The patio has a fireplace, lounge seating, and the signature outdoor clawfoot tub under the San Jacinto Mountains.
KingKing Villa
The entry-level villa, and still a solid room. King bed, kitchenette, spacious bathroom. The private patio has a clawfoot tub, fireplace, and lounge seating. Compact at 300 sq ft but the patio extends your living space considerably.
KingLuxe Villa
Nearly double the size of the King Villa at 545 sq ft. Fully equipped kitchenette and spacious bathroom. The private patio has a fire pit and outdoor clawfoot tub with San Jacinto Mountain views. This is the standard workhorse room and the most common category.
KingLuxe Villa Accessible
Same 511 sq ft footprint as the Luxe Villa with ADA-compliant features: wider doorways, grab bars, and lowered counters. Full kitchenette, private patio, clawfoot tub, and fire pit.
KingSan Jacinto Villa
The biggest room on the property at 900 sq ft. Full kitchen (not just a kitchenette), separate king bedroom, spacious living room with fireplace, large bathroom with tub, shower, and double vanity, plus an additional half bath. The private patio has an outdoor tub with the best mountain views on the property. Can connect to the adjoining Grand Villa for groups — call ahead to book both.
KingSpa Villa
At 590 sq ft, the Spa Villa is designed around the outdoor experience. Spacious living area, kitchenette with banquette seating, plush king bed, and large bathroom. The real draw is the private patio — lounge seating, fire pit, and your own personal spa. Best option for guests who want maximum privacy for wellness.
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Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Hotel bikes available to guests for exploring downtown Palm Springs and its streets of mid-century architecture. Included in the daily resort fee — no extra charge.
Full property buyout available for weddings, corporate retreats, and private celebrations. The rooftop deck is available for private events with 360-degree mountain views.
The main pool sits just off the lobby courtyard, with Azúcar restaurant and bar right alongside it. Misters are in place for hot desert days. Open to hotel guests.
A second, smaller pool adjacent to Spa Serena with daybeds for lounging post-treatment. Quieter and more private than the main pool. Guests can reserve a daybed as part of spa packages.
Every villa has a private patio with an outdoor clawfoot soaking tub and fire pit. Stargazing in the desert with a bottle of wine and your own outdoor bathtub is the signature La Serena experience.
Perched atop Azúcar, the rooftop offers 360-degree views of the San Jacinto Mountains and surrounding Palm Springs skyline. Daybeds, Moroccan rugs, and eclectic lounge furniture. Opens at 5 PM. First come, first served — no reservations for the lounge.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Served daily 7–10 AM at Azúcar. Includes Greek yogurt parfait, assorted pastries, bagels, toast, hard-boiled eggs, fresh fruit, juices, and freshly brewed coffee. Complimentary Koffi local coffee also available.
Room service available from Azúcar.
Private chef available when booking the San Jacinto Villa (Residence). Inquire directly for details and pricing.
King, Luxe, and Grand Villas include a kitchenette or coffee bar with mini-fridge and Fellow electric pour-over kettle. San Jacinto Villa has a full kitchen.
Complimentary in-room filtered water included in the daily resort fee.
Small gift shop located in the lobby area.
Property-wide WiFi included in the daily resort fee.
On-site self-parking included in the daily resort fee. Street parking also available on Belardo Rd with no restrictions.
On-site EV charging available, included in the daily resort fee.
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