Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and fun in the heart of Palm Springs. Enjoy al fresco dining then lounge by the pool or indulge in some retail therapy.
Close to Palm Springs Art Museum and Convention Center, Caliente Tropics Hotel is your desert oasis. Savor al fresco dining at one of the two on-site restaurants or unwind with a Swedish massage. With an outdoor entertainment area, 2 bars, a gym, and free in-room WiFi you'll find something for everyone.
Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium - 4 min walk
Palm Springs Art Museum - 4 min drive
Palm Springs Convention Center - 4 min drive
Indian Canyon - 8 min drive
Palm Springs Air Museum - 9 min drive
Getting around
Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 8 min drive
Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 34 min drive
Thermal, CA (TRM-Jacqueline Cochran Regional) - 45 min drive
Ontario, CA (ONT-Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.) - 86 min drive
Burbank, CA (BUR-Hollywood Burbank) - 138 min drive
Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 152 min drive
Palm Springs Station - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Tool Shed - 2 min drive
Elmer's Restaurant - 9 min walk
Jack in the Box - 19 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 2 min drive
Koffi Palm Springs - 7 min walk
About this property
Caliente Tropics Hotel
Caliente Tropics Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Palm Springs Convention Center and Indian Canyon. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages, then grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a fitness centre and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
90 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 27 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
2 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
Conference space (600 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Fitness centre
Heated pool
Spa services
Reception hall
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Eco-friendly toiletries
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages.
Dining
The Reef Palm Springs – This poolside cocktail bar serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Sanchos – This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
La Fern – On-site bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100 per stay
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to midnight
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Caliente Hotel
Caliente Tropics
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Caliente Tropics Hotel Palm Springs
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Tropics Caliente
Tropics Hotel
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Caliente Tropics Hotel Hotel Palm Springs
Frequently asked questions
Does Caliente Tropics Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Caliente Tropics Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Caliente Tropics Hotel?
Yes, there's a heated pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to midnight.
Are pets allowed at Caliente Tropics Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 27 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Caliente Tropics Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Caliente Tropics Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Caliente Tropics Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Agua Caliente Casino (4-min drive) and Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City (8-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Caliente Tropics Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as hiking, mountain biking and mountain climbing, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities such as 2 bars, a fitness centre and spa services. Caliente Tropics Hotel also has a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Caliente Tropics Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining and pool views.
What's the area around Caliente Tropics Hotel like?
Caliente Tropics Hotel is a short 8-minute drive from Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) and 5 minutes' walk from San Jacinto Mountains. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.
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Caliente Tropics Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
3 February 2025
Great place to stay the pool area was fun.
Seth
Seth, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
3 February 2025
the room we stayed in was old and needed a complete makeover
William
William, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 January 2025
Best Hotel in Palm Springs
This was our second stay at the Caliente Tropics Hotel. We love the atmosphere, accommodations, tiki bar, pool and hot tub. It's affordable and family friendly. We have a lot of fun there!!
Denise
Denise, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 January 2025
Tiki-FAB
We love coming here. It has a fun vibe and you can’t beat the big pool! We had a great time at The Reef for a late night cocktail with friends.
Heather
Heather, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 January 2025
Shabby Tiki
Amazing vintage property...needs some upkeep but a fun stay if you don't look too hard at the details.
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
2 February 2025
Rustic motel with tiki flair
The room was clean but weathered. The tub didn't drain and there wasn't hot water. The bed was fairly comfortable for a hotel. Wouldn't stay there again.
Jessica
Jessica, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 November 2024
I loved this kitschy motel. Will stay there again.
matthew
matthew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 December 2024
Caliente tropics rocks, as usual. We love this place and when we drive from AZ to Los Angeles we wouldn't stay anywhere else.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 February 2025
Palm spring bike tour
Love the place because of the reef restaurant, staff was ok asked for extra towels for pool and never received. There was no shampoo and conditioner, or body soap in the shower containers
Kerry
Kerry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 October 2024
Excellent hotel I'd definitely recommend
Blair
Blair, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
13 January 2025
The vibe, pool area, and bar restaurants are awesome but the actual rooms are dated, a bit unclean, and the beds are terrible. The thinnest blankets I’ve ever seen in a hotel.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 December 2024
Cute vintage hotel with fun tiki decor. Room was very spacious and comfortable. Nice pool.
Marian
Marian, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
11 February 2025
Worst Checkin Ever
Checking in was a horrible. Gal w red glasses was rude, unfriendly, everything you would not want when checking in to a hotel. Felt like turning around and going someplace else. Having been visiting this hotel for 20 years, probably will never return.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 November 2024
Great place and value
Great place. Close to everything. Great people and clean. Great deald for price. Reef and sanchos weere good. Would definitely stay again
franklin
franklin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 November 2024
I always love it here
Nicholas
Nicholas, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
3 November 2024
The pool was great.
Jean
Jean, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 November 2024
Loved the heated pool
angie
angie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 November 2024
Beautiful property, older but well kept.
Tony
Tony, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 November 2024
Very cute tiki theme.
Megan
Megan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 October 2024
One of a kind motel!!!
Edward
Edward, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 January 2025
Decent stay
Pleasant stay at a quirky motel. I have been coming to Palm Springs for many years and have always wondered about this place. The lobby has a tiki vibe but the rooms, at least mine had a more traditional decor. No dresser to put your clothes, torn carpet a couple of things on ther floor that were not vacuumed up and a very noticeable paint peel on the ewall above the toilet. Definitely can use a facelift and more amenities
bruce
bruce, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
20 November 2024
This is a "budget" stay and as expected. The nice aspect is in the rooms with double queens, have an extra bonus TV den area that really makes the room feel a bit bigger.
The adjacent Mexican restaraunt and bar is really nice and convenient.
Rich
Rich, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 November 2024
Excellent
Cristin
Cristin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 November 2024
Very convenient to downtown and yet far enough so
Its quiet