Hip but not hipster, the new Saguaro Palm Springs hotel brings a riot of vibrancy to the muted desert landscape. Opened in February, this former Holiday Inn has undergone a total renovation and shows no hint of its previous incarnation.
The 245 rooms come in 14 sunny color schemes. You can match your room’s color scheme to your mood or the view of your choice, as every guestroom has a balcony looking out over the mountains, town or the Olympic-size pool lined by cabanas. After dark the Saguaro’s scene stays scorching, with restaurants and bars by Iron Chef America’s Jose Garces elevating the local dining scene to hot, tequila-fueled heights.