100% recommend for a great escape. The weather was perfect for us but - the Resort feels like a small, family run business and is perfect that way. We visited in February (2/14) and met some great guests in the jacuzzi and really bonded. The rooms are clean and gives that 60's modernism feel. Micro & refrig included and unlimited snacks. We extended our stay and they were able to move us to a larger room. Bed - comfy / Room - spacious / Facilities - clean and kept up. We will return again as it was very relaxing. And.. Carson was the perfect Host. Oh - light breakfast is served each morning and is made to order. 10's across the board!!! read more

What an incredible 2 Night stay at Desert Paradise Resort! It was super chill. Super relaxing and the perfect getaway! If you are looking for the ideal place to stay in Palm Springs this is it! From beginning to end the stay was phenomenal. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. The location of the resort is combined. So close to everything on the area of PS. The rooms were clean and spacious. Our days were super chill, hanging by the pool, In the pool, In the sauna, in the Jacuzzi and the room. I definitely recommend this hotel for your stay in the Palm Springs area. read more

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Lovely small property. Well kept, clean chill. Attentive staff. Definitely mostly on quiet side which is exactly what I was looking for. Chris, Carson and the rest of staff all professional and helpful. read more

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Great resort with a fantastic staff. I would definitely recommend staying here.. It's a great location, the grounds are amazing. While the rooms are not new, they are very comfortable, furnished nicely and very clean. read more

What a great resort! The staff is incredible. They cater to every need a guest may have. We throughly enjoyed our stay here. The continental breakfast was superior and you can eat it outside by the pool. And it's always nice to swim in your birthday suit and hang out around the pool. I highly recommend this gay men's retreat. We shall return. read more

While this property has lovely grounds, I wouldn't consider it a resort. The rooms are adequate; however, they need gut renovations. The grounds are beautiful, appearing to have been renovated recently except for the jacuzzi, which is in desperate need of resurfacing and equipment upgrade so that stronger jets and warmer temperatures can be enjoyed. We did experience a mosquito issue, which was likely due to a broken sprinkler head and a fountain that was not functioning effectively. I will say that the staff's hospitality was excellent. Ben, Carson, Christopher, and most importantly, George the turtle, were friendly and attentive. Overall, my opinion of The Desert Paradise is that it is a pleasant and reasonably priced motel in a lovely setting. I would stay here again. I've given this four-star rating due to the quality of the rooms and the issue with mosquitoes. I had other photos to post, but Yelp wouldn't upload them. read more

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I've been coming to this resort almost every year, sometimes a couple times a year, for nearly 24 years. When I was 18, my friends and I had just got done with a night at VIP in riverside, And decided we needed to drive to Palm Springs to keep the party going. We came to warm sands and knocked on every door until a resort finally let us in, and it was Desert Paradise. I've been coming back ever since. Of course now I'm grateful they are not routinely letting in crazy teenagers because it's truly the serene garden atmosphere of the courtyard that I've come to love now. You can have your crazy Palm Springs party, and come back here to chill. Yes, there are often busy times with guys hanging around having fun. But it's not as "busy" as the other resorts. It's chill. It's nice. It's relaxing. Truly a vacation. And I've been coming back ever since. Although part of me will always miss the diva themed rooms and I often wonder where those portraits all ended up. The staff here is always friendly and accommodating. They want you to have a nice relaxing vacation too. It's been my Palm Springs home for years and I just hope it doesn't turn into another straight resort like some of the other places. read more

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This is a low profile cute resort, very friendly staff (Chris and Carson). I've been to few gay resorts around Palm Springs (INNdulge, Vista Grande, Santiago, CCBC) Quality wise I would say this one is very similar to INNdulge. Ground layout is similar to Santiago (but single story). This was my first time here, the steam room was being renovated and the hot pool was going to be resurfaced the following week. There was a dry sauna but I didn't use it. So hopefully they will be updated next time I am there. A little TLC is needed, but still worth trying. The vibes are relaxed and chill, continental breakfast is provided. Snacks are provided at the room. Theres also a soda cooler next to the pool available. read more

What a fabulous resort with incredible personal attention! From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and catered to. Christopher and his staff genuinely cared about our experience and pulled out all the stops, and the other guests were great to get to know as well! The rooms and grounds are clean, and we made fast friends with the resident turtle, George (she/her). After a nasty rare desert storm caused a power outage, Christopher rushed to get flashlights for all the guests. And the breakfast!! Make your order 8-10 a.m. and have it delivered poolside or to your room! They had choices from different flavors of cereal, oatmeal, yogurt and bagels with toppings of our choice and much more. And don't miss the Saturday afternoon happy hour and meet your neighbors--they can be VERY friendly and make your stay extra special. We had a wonderful time despite a rare cold/rainy weekend, and can't wait to come back--we'll never stay anywhere else in PS but Desert Paradise!! read more

Friendly gay environment . I like staying there low-key and no attitude.. not a big party scene suitable boat for young and older adults

It was a nice relaxing time. The resort was clean and the staff was friendly. Very helpful and made our stay enjoyable.

We come here every year for Pride. The staff is friendly and very attentive. Grounds are gorgeous. Location is just close enough to downtown. We have made friends here with other repeat customers. Thank you Carson, and all for taking such good care of us. read more

Excellent! Carson and Taylor are amazing and on top of everything. Couldn't have asked for a better experience. Such a nice property! Very tranquil and relaxing!! read more

We just spent a week here and it was wonderful. The pool and spa were heated at just the right temperature for those chilly mornings. The rooms were clean and refreshed every day, the beds were comfortable, they provided robes for each guest, and the service was great. Rick is the best helper and should be given a raise for how efficient and courteous he is. He always made sure we had everything we needed and even asked us if we needed items for breakfast that we had been enjoying every morning, but we had forgotten to include them on our breakfast request. He gave us recommendations and contact info for people in town. Carson is the best host. He is so nice, sweet, and helpful. He helped us download some paperwork that we needed and provided assistance very promptly for a minor issue with our room. Ely was great as well. He works very hard to keep things running smoothly. The grounds are secure, private, and well maintained. There are plenty of spaces to lounge and meet other guests. They have a firepit that is lit every evening with a duraflame log. It provides a great ambiance to the property. I wish it were gas lit and lasted a bit longer, but no big deal. The clientel skews older, which was great for us. We met many wonderful people while we were there. We swam and lounged in the sun au natural. Some guests wore swimwear, but most were perfectly fine walking around in the provided robes or with nothing at all. It was all good. We have stayed at other resorts in Palm Springs, and the staff makes this place special. I hope the owner(s) read this and try to keep the staff happily employed. We will definitely be back. Thank you, Desert Paradise. read more

We spent 14 days at this resort during the Christmas holiday and returned again for Spring Break. I love this resort because the people who there are so caring and helpful always. Carson and Taylor were very helpful throughout our stay. Thank you for all your care. read more

I'm a little late writing this review. Spent a week here after Thanksgiving - and it was awesome! This is not the first time my husband I stayed here and will not be the last. We like Desert Paradise, first because of Carson and Rick. They really strive to make sure your stay is amazing! Both are so friendly and outgoing. They even say hi if they see you out in the bars on Arenas Road! Rooms are nice and clean. I worked from here, remotely, during the week, and it was very easy. WiFi works well! Pool is heated as is the hot tub. I also love the outdoor shower. And the other guests we've met over several stays are people we're still in touch with. In fact this time we ran into someone we met there a few years ago. We also enjoy the breakfast each morning. I do mis the shared outdoor refrigerator by the pool and the in room welcome snacks, but that's small stuff compared to how great a boutique resort this is. We are already trying to figure out when we can head back! Once again, hats off to Carson and Rick! read more

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Meet my friend from out of town at Desert Paradise and was completely in love with the wildlife and all around appearance of this little oasis resort. The room was fine and the staff was friendly. I wasn't there for the men but was completely thrilled with how my little day and a half felt like a week at a relaxing spa. My phototherapy was in high gear with so much to photograph. Good times were had and will definitely visit again. read more

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I had never before stayed at a clothing optional resort and the Desert Paradise was an ideal choice. I liked the small size of the place and quiet atmosphere. I definitely appreciated the misters all around the pool. Everything was very clean, and the pool towels were very nice. I liked the free sodas and snacks. The continental breakfast was nice. I plan to return in October once the heat dissipates. read more

If you're looking for a fun, relaxing, enjoyable weekend staying at a clothing optional all gay men's resort, you've found it! From the moment you arrive and ring the bell, you are greeted with a smile and a friendly welcome. Now this is what you should expect when stain at a resort in Palm Springs. Worth every penny! The rooms are appointed very nicely. The pool and grounds are maintained and inviting. The hot tub needs a little more "umph" to it as far as the Jets. The hosts are fantastic! They are at your beck and call at any time! My husband and I met lots of fun people also staying at this resort. We will be back! read more

Okay, so I'm the worst. I never book my Coachella rooms early and always get stuck. However, I found that the gay resorts generally have rooms available at decent rates in Palm Springs. I know my company probably makes fun of me for staying at these, but what the hell. This one I liked. The owners were nice. They had a pretty good breakfast spread that had all the carbs you will ever want. Clothing optional -- and many of the older clientele took advantage of it. I sat in the jacuzzi. Wasn't cruisy more like calm. The Wifi worked and I did enjoy the hammock. Got really quiet and peaceful at night. read more

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Me and my partner had a wonderful stay at DPRH. The staff were so warm and welcoming. Other guests were kind and respectful. Breakfast in the morning was amazing with lots of choices. Resort is clean, relaxing and tranquil. Can't wait to go back! read more

As long-time visitors of Palm Springs with a "favorite resort" we would always stay at, we were a bit apprehensive when our friends booked a room at an unfamiliar establishment and suggested we stay there, as well. Apprehension gave way to blessed relief once we finally arrived at the Desert Paradise Resort Hotel. Even if the staff hadn't been incredibly friendly and helpful (which they were!), or the price just right (which it was!), the grounds themselves would been more than enough to rate the Desert Paradise highly. The twelve-or-so rooms face the pool and hot tub area, with ample lounge chairs and covered seating areas to fit any guest's tastes. As someone who enjoys the sun but burns easily, I loved how there was always a way to escape its rays and rest in the shade. Other resorts seem to have very few havens from the sun, so this was VERY appreciated. But don't worry! If sun is your thing, you'll never be far from it at any time, as my husband (who worships the heat) was able to stay in full sunlight the entire day if he chose! Really the best of both worlds! Short footpaths from the main area connect to a covered massage table and outdoor shower (with hot water, thank god!) on one side, and a smoking/grilling area on the other. Fountains, lush greenery, and palms break up the area, giving the feeling that you're tucked away in a cozy little personal oasis no matter where you are in the resort. Because of its dozen rooms, the resort feels intimate, allowing you to really get to know the guests you're staying with. A Friday night social hour helps break the ice, and before our stay was over, we felt we'd already made some wonderful new friends we couldn't wait to see again. Personal highlights for me were showering beneath the stars after a moonlit swim, and swinging to-and-fro in the large hammock on a warm night as I stared at the up-lit palm trees. If you're looking for a small, affordable, and wonderful place to stay in Palm Springs, look no further than the Desert Paradise Resort Hotel. It's the most relaxed I've been on vacation in years! read more

The Desert Paradise Resort was a quiet, friendly and perfect location for a chilled, relaxing vacation. The resort is smaller - 12-13 rooms I believe - which adds to the chilled vibe. The manager, Charles, and all staff are super friendly and helpful. Rooms are spotless although some are a tad dated. Nothing off-putting. The pool is large, beautifully situated amongst lovely landscaping. I would recommend this place anytime. read more

What a great spot to spend an anniversary. The new owners have modernized the resort, we loved the new layout. We had such a great time, the guests and workers carry a friendly demeanor. I'd definitely recommend this place, and can't wait to return! read more

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Myself Jose 26 and my boyfriend Randy 37 have been on a venture to visit the most popular mens only resorts in Palm Springs and this resort is one of the most memorable. It's memorable because at Desert Paradise you will be welcomed to beautiful grounds, wonderful staff that makes u feel at home from the very beginning to the end. The ambiance in this resort is pure peace and relaxation while being surrounded be nature. Jeff that is the manager is extremely nice and will go above and beyond to ensure a happy stay and Carson is beyond lovely always being helpful, making us so smiles every time we see him and they both make every stay so spectacular. If u are deciding between other resorts, look no further!, This place is heaven on earth. Every time our trip ends it's so hard to say goodbye. Definitely recommend going, We will definitely be back soon. read more

Great place for a four day getaway. The staff are nice, grounds are clean, and always great to meet people from all over. Recommendations to make it even better? Add Blueberry, or strawberry waffles, as well as Omelets (made to order) in the morning. A small price to add an additional World Class Service. Just a thought. read more

The best stay! Carson is the best host you can hope for I love it. Just got here and already can't wait to come back.

It was our group first time at this resort in many years of visiting. We loved it. This is great place to stay.

This is a motel that is over priced. The rooms are totally outdated even if they say they renovated. The bathroom has not been renovated. No amenities if you consider poptarts and yoplait in the morning "continental" Pool and Jacuzzi are filthy. If you want piece and quiet stay here because no one is staying here. read more

Great stay back in June of 2019....Visited today and still very nice! I'm a resident now!

This place is in desperate need of renovation and cleaning, many amenities are not available,

I love coming to this place and will be going back again. I like that it is a bit smaller than other resorts. The staff are amazing and very attentive. I always feel welcomed and valued as a guest. I love how the owners join us for the social hour on Friday and Saturday. They are always open to ideas and suggestions. Since they bought the place in November 2020, they are gradually making updates and improvements. I look forward to seeing this place to continue to evolve. I highly recommend this resort if you are looking for one that is smaller (12 rooms) and relaxing. read more

Loved the beautiful room, the perfectly maintained grounds and the friendly and helpful staff. Not to mention bathrobes!!!!! Primarly gay-- clothing optional but no pressure. I would return again! read more

I love this place and it just got even better. I have stayed at the Desert Paradise six times over the past three years and have always had a great experience. Over the holidays I stayed there for eight days for the first time since the new owners had taken over and it was fantastic. The owner was very helpful and friendly, the room remodels look amazing, and the grounds are even more beautiful and well maintained than ever. Thank you Charles, and the staff, I will be back! read more

What a delightful little rough gem in the gay desert. First time visit to Palm Springs. This is exactly my kinda place: clean, artful, affordable, funky, friendly, and safe. My experiences here echo previous reviews. Cute, spotless rooms have every amenity you'd ever need: wet bar with fridge, sink, microwave, and coffee maker. AC and fan in my room ("Cher") performed with excellence. Very functional. Rooms were quiet, with good insulation. Didn't hear neighbors. Yes, the property is "dated" -- and so am I! The saltwater pool and in-ground Jacuzzi are welcoming and fabulous. Clean water. At 101 degrees, the spa might have been hotter, but this is the desert, so maybe no. Didn't try the steam room or sauna, but would expect that they are maintained equivalently. Landscaped grounds are clearly a love of labor for the owner. Beautiful. Sometimes tacky. OK -- really funny and inappropriate for nuclear families. The Penis Fountain belongs in the Smithsonian after this property expires. About the naked thing. I'm no stranger to gay-owned accommodations globally. Most are clothing-optional. This place is low-key, age skews to older like me, and when in Rome... you just get over it. Liberating. Very friendly guests. But doesn't have a desperate, bathouse vibe. I felt comfortable Loved the relaxing ambient, new age spa music, and waterfall sounds. Could have managed without the water features being on all night. A big plus was the explicit instructions letter and key codes set out for my late night arrival. Didn't have to bother the owner, yet felt so welcomed. read more

I had the best time. First time in Palm Springs. A five night stay. My room was spacious and lovely, well cared for. It had a kitchenette and a great bathroom. The grounds are small, crowded - but lovely. This is a charming place. If you are looking for a boutique resort experience? Look no further. The pool was heated and I swam laps twice a day. Plenty of places to read and sun. And the staff? The best. They told me about so many things to go check out and do. The morning staff is very friendly and upbeat. Such a dynamic duo. Fresh towels. Breakfast brought to my room! Coffee, soda, water all day. The hot tub, sauna, and steam room are all small but work wonderfully. I would stay here in a heartbeat. It's within walking distance to a nice leather bar called the Tool Shed. There's also a couple of nice gay shops in that same complex. I found everything I needed in the area. And.. the real deal? It's surrounded by tons of other gay resorts - so meeting others? A snap! Book this place and you, too, are in for a charming time. My best to the staff. Super job. read more

We had a great time at Desert Paradise. Grounds are lovely and staff is very friendly. I would recommend it.

I booked a stay here as a surprise for my husband's birthday. After scouring a ton of reviews of a lot of places in the Warm Sands area, one word kept coming up with Desert Paradise... RELAXING! That it was!! As this was our first stay in a clothing optional environment, I was looking for something that didn't feel like a bath house. There are plenty of those in the area if that's what you're looking for, but Desert Paradise is definitely not that. It truly felt like a hotel where clothing is simply, optional. They don't offer day passes as with other resorts, so everyone there is actually staying at the hotel. As older guys without six-pack abs, I was a little nervous about feeling intimidated, but that feeling was soon gone as the guests were all ages, shapes and sizes. It's a small resort, so there are many opportunities to actually talk to the other guests in or around the pool and connect with others. At the end of the weekend we exchanged phone numbers with another couple from out of state and hope to keep in touch. Dale and Ron couldn't be nicer and more professional. From the booking to checkout, and everything in between, it was an extremely pleasant experience. Thanks for your hospitality guys! (And thanks Ron, for the cheesy jokes!) The grounds are very nice and well maintained, and the saltwater pool was heaven. My husband wished the water temperature was a little cooler, but it was perfect for me. The hot tub is maintained at a comfortable temperature at which one could sit in there long after the jet timer clicks off. The "spa music" streaming outside during the day was a nice touch for relaxing in the lush tropical feel of the grounds. The rooms were very clean and nicely appointed. We stayed in one of the two larger two-room suites (The Presidential Suite) and it was everything I had hoped for. The wet bar came in handy for storing cocktail supplies we brought from home. The bed was very comfortable and the sheets were clean and not stained in any way. The bathroom was well lit and had plenty of storage, though the shower was too small to fit two. Towels provided were quality. Clean pool sized towels are provided in the room daily. Overall, it was a fantastic experience and well worth the money. We definitely plan on staying there again. And again. And again. read more

Lovely staff and service; small, cozy and super clean with a nice AM breakfast service. Not super fancy - but fits the bill for a long weekend. read more

As I am getting older, I am finding the less "active" resorts more to my liking. ;) The staff here is really great and the atmosphere is COMPLETELY relaxing. They have a small help yourself continental breakfast, which was fine to get the morning going. The landscaping is beautiful and kept up nicely. Jay, who takes care of the rooms, went above and beyond by checking in on me when I got food poisoning - nice way to go the extra mile. I am not the most social person, and that was fine here. The guests were very friendly, even if I still kept to myself. Overall, I enjoyed my stay here very much and will be back! read more