Palm Springs, CA, is a popular destination for a fun and relaxing getaway. Nestled in a stunning desert landscape, it’s known for its warm weather, sunny skies, and laid-back vibe. When it’s not too hot, we often take a weekend day trip to Palm Springs, CA. Palm Springs offers many fun dog-friendly activities, ensuring that you and your furry friends can enjoy an unforgettable adventure together.
We recently visited Palm Springs, CA., and stayed at Palm Mountain Resort.
Dog-Friendly Palm Mountain Resort, Palm Springs, CA
Palm Mountain Resort & Spa is located in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, CA, approximately a two-hour drive from Los Angeles. The resort is centrally situated, with many must-see attractions, restaurants, and shops in downtown Palm Springs just a short walk away.
Staying at Dog-Friendly Palm Mountain Resort & Spa, Palm Springs, CA
Palm Mountain Resort & Spa invited us to stay in one of their newly renovated, dog-friendly rooms.
In recent years, the hotel has made remarkable improvements to both its grounds and accommodations. The latest renovations undoubtedly position Palm Mountain Resort & Spa as one of the pawsome destinations for a stay with your furry companion. Below we are sharing 6 things we loved about our recent stay.
6 Things We Love About Dog-Friendly Palm Mountain Resort
1. Big Dogs Are Allowed
We are thrilled that Palm Mountain Resort & Spa welcomes big dogs like our two golden retrievers, and including those over 50 pounds. Plus, they allow up to two dogs per guest room. Woofs to these pet-friendly policies—absolutely pawfect for those of us who love traveling with their dogs and staying in hotels.
2. Minimalist Room Decor Plus No Carpet
As soon as we entered our room, we felt a welcoming and positive vibe. The space was open and bright, with a tiled entryway and wood flooring throughout—absolutely pawsome for our paws and fur!
The hotel also surprised our dogs with thoughtful gift bags that included a small towel, waste disposal bags, treats, and some Palm Mountain Resort promotional goodies.
The room featured simple mid-century modern furnishings and a soothing color palette inspired by the natural beauty of Palm Springs.
Our golden retrievers felt completely comfortable and relaxed in the room, which was so important—it allowed us to unwind and enjoy our stay as well
3. Enclosed Patio & Awesome View
Having a patio was a wonderful bonus feature of the room. Every room in the hotel comes with a patio overlooking either the courtyard garden or the pool.
Our view of the pool was far from bothersome—in fact, it was delightful for both KB and Kenzo! They even found the patio chairs comfortable to sit on and enjoy the scenery.
4. Large Dog Relief Area
Most of the dog-friendly rooms are conveniently located on the first floor, making potty breaks easily accessible—just pawfect for us.
The spacious dog relief area was only a short walk from our room. With its open grassy space, we enjoyed our potty breaks and plenty of sniffing adventures.
5. Walkable
The hotel provides free parking for all its guests, which is a great perk. Also, thanks to the hotel’s central location, we didn’t need to drive at all. Instead, we enjoyed walking around and exploring downtown Palm Springs.
The Palm Springs Art Museum and the iconic 26-foot-tall Forever Marilyn Monroe statue are just steps away from Palm Mountain Resort, offering plenty of fun photo opportunities. Adjacent to the statue is a small park, perfect for a relaxing stroll.
Many of the shops in downtown Palm Springs welcome dogs, and numerous restaurants feature patios that are dog-friendly—a huge plus for us.
Another highlight of walking through downtown was discovering the Palm Springs Walk of Stars. This “walk of fame” features Golden Palm Stars embedded in the sidewalks, honoring notable individuals who have lived in the greater Palm Springs area. It added a unique and fun touch to our stroll.
6. Dog Staff MAX
Lastly, What makes the experience even more special? The hotel has a dog staff member named MAX, and we were so happy to meet him during our check-in.
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Ready To Plan Your Dog-Friendly Palm Springs, CA Getaway
Palm Mountain Resort & Spa is on track to complete its renovations in early 2025, and it’s sure to be amazing.
Plan a getaway to Palm Springs with your dog and soak in the vibrant Palm Springs vibes.
We invite you to learn more about Palm Mountain Resort & Spa by visiting palmmountainresort.com
Lots of Golden Thanks Palm Mountain Resort for hosting us and providing a pawsome dog-friendly stay!
what a great place to stay with your best friend(s)… the most hotels say animals welcome, but they mean more a wawa than a st. bernhard pup… so this hotel is a fab place without ifs or but’s
We will check it out as we plan to do a weekend Palm Springs getaway in the spring. Glad it’s a short drive from LA.