Monkey Tree Hotel, Palm Springs, Mid-Century Modern, California
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Plan a Stay at The Monkey Tree Hotel in Palm Springs, CA

Patricia November 21, 2019

The Monkey Tree Hotel in Palm Springs, California is a delightful boutique resort that leans into its Mid-Century Modern roots while offering numerous amenities. From the fast Wi-Fi to the saltwater pool, this place will charm you whether you are here for pure relaxation or work.

When my birthday came around in March, Andy and I were once again looking for a fun road trip that wouldn’t be so arduous that we would be exhausted when we got there. We have thoroughly enjoyed our visits to Palm Springs, California, so we started looking for hotels and resorts there to see if there was somewhere new that we wanted to explore. And there was – The Monkey Tree Hotel.

Monkey Tree Hotel, Palm Springs, Mid-Century Modern, California
Andy — just chilling at The Monkey Tree

The Monkey Tree Hotel Overview

If you love all things Mid-Century Modern, the design of The Monkey Tree Hotel will delight you. They really lean into their history, and yet still make everything feel up-to-date. The hotel is fabulously clean, offered free parking, had numerous amenities and was a quick drive to downtown Palm Springs.

Monkey Tree Hotel, Palm Springs, Mid-Century Modern, California
The owls are everywhere in the Jungle Room!

The Jungle Room

There are lovely queen and king rooms, including one with a kitchenette, but we opted for The Jungle Room. As the name would suggest, this space has a light-hearted animal theme. From the macramé owls on the wall to the monkey climbing down a planter, the hotel was clearly having fun with the space. We chose it not only for its tempting Roman bath, but because it had a private yard attached to it. We knew we were going to have to work while we were there (yea, speedy Wi-Fi!), and this little yard oasis was the perfect place to do it. It also had the most lovely bistro lights strung across it, so at night the backyard seemed magical. If you want to dance under the stars, this is the place to do it. Plus, the twinkling lights illuminate the step-down bath inside, which inspired more than one soak!

Monkey Tree Hotel, Palm Springs, Mid-Century Modern, California
We loved working (and dancing) in the private yard that comes attached to the Jungle Room.
Monkey Tree Hotel, Palm Springs, Mid-Century Modern, California
The step down bath was fantastic — particularly at night when the twinkle lights were on.
Monkey Tree Hotel, Palm Springs, Mid-Century Modern, California
The Jungle Room is quite large, and we took advantage of the welcome box and the lovely private yard.

The Jungle Room is in the section of the hotel that used to belong to the owners. It was part of a larger home that then became fused with the rest of the hotel. The same is true of “The Apartment” and “The Living Room,” a common area where people can enjoy the continental breakfast, the fireplace, games, etc.

Monkey Tree Hotel, Palm Springs, Mid-Century Modern, California
Yes, that is a woven monkey climbing down the planter in the Jungle Room.

Hotel Amenities

The hotel offers many amenities: a saltwater pool, a whirlpool, sauna and cold plunge/exercise pool. In the winter, the fire-pits are going, and there is a misting system to keep you cool when the Palm Springs weather scorches. We were there in March – so the weather was perfect. We were delighted by the continental breakfast, the sangria happy hour and the fact that there was a common refrigerator filled with cold beverages (which we took full advantage of while we were working outside).

Monkey Tree Hotel, Palm Springs, Mid-Century Modern, California
The refrigerator has free cold drinks, including soda and water. The bar was set up for a sangria/happy hour that is also a fun way to wind down, particularly when it is hot in Palm Springs.
Monkey Tree Hotel, Palm Springs, Mid-Century Modern, California
The Lounge by the bar and cold drinks refrigerator (also near the pool)
Monkey Tree Hotel, Palm Springs, Mid-Century Modern, California
The Monkey Tree offers several ultra-cool spots to lounge in, an exercise pool, a main pool and a whirlpool.

You can book a massage in your room, and they offer daily gym passes to a local gym, but we didn’t take advantage of these amenities. Next time!

Monkey Tree Hotel, Palm Springs, Mid-Century Modern, California
I love the tree lights on the property and how even the exercise pool glowed.

Location

The Monkey Tree Hotel is near downtown Palm Springs, but not in it. You will have to drive if you want to sample the restaurants and shops that help define the city. But it is also far quieter here than downtown. It allows you to rest or work without the party atmosphere that can hit in other areas of the city, particularly during Spring Break.

Impressions

We loved the resort, and not just because there were no additional resort fees (although that always helps). The staff was super friendly, the hotel was immaculately kept, and the location was ideal. We would absolutely go back to enjoy The Jungle Room (and that backyard) again. Now, we just need to plan our next trip to Palm Springs, California to do it.

Pro Tip: The hotel is geared toward adults. Kids under the age of 14 are not allowed on the resort property.

17 Replies to “Plan a Stay at The Monkey Tree Hotel in Palm Springs, CA”

    1. There is nothing better than a fridge full of cold drinks in the desert, and the style was just so fun.

  7. This hotel looks really clean and with unique customized rooms. I love those macrame decorations above the bed head.

  9. This loos like an amazing place to stay. I am obsessed with mid-century design, and visiting Palm Springs is on the top of my list. Happy Birthday!

  11. That place looks absolutely beautiful and the room are looking quite comfortable as well. Definitely sounds like a great place to visit with the family.

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