{"id":317427,"date":"2026-05-15T16:23:10","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T16:23:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/317427\/"},"modified":"2026-05-15T16:23:10","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T16:23:10","slug":"california-roadtrip-palm-springs-lamag","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/317427\/","title":{"rendered":"California Roadtrip: Palm Springs – LAmag"},"content":{"rendered":"

The V Capri, La Quinta Resort & Club and Thompson Palm Springs offer sunny respite from bustling city life<\/p>\n

The desert is sizzling with happenings, from new hotels and restaurants to centennial anniversary events.<\/p>\n

La Quinta Resort & Club<\/p>\n

\"La\"LaCredit: Courtesy La Quinta Resort & Club<\/p>\n

La Quinta Resort & Club is marking its 100th birthday not just as a destination, but as a living landmark \u2014 one famed for its Spanish Colonial Revival architecture and glittering Hollywood clientele. Opened in 1926 at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains, La Quinta redefines desert luxury in the Coachella Valley<\/p>\n

The resort continues its legacy of honoring its storied past while embracing a modern future. A 2025 renovation led by Leo A. Daly introduces refreshed rooms, a redesigned lobby and Plunge, a new adults- only pool concept where guests can lounge by infinity pools while sipping handcrafted cocktails.\u00a0<\/p>\n

More than just a place to rest, La Quinta offers opulent guest experiences, including a full-service spa and salon, world-class tennis courts, pickleball courts and access to five diverse golf courses. From a grab-and-go cafe to lavish fine dining, five restaurants deliver a culinary experience at every level.<\/p>\n

In honor of its centennial anniversary, La Quinta Resort & Club will host special programming and events throughout 2026, combining special events and limited-time offers with 100 years of continued tradition. <\/p>\n

49-499 Eisenhower Drive, La Quinta, laquintaresort.com<\/a><\/p>\n

The V Capri<\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"The Poolside bar at the V Capri Palm Springs Credit: Courtesy The V Capri<\/p>\n

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The V Capri Palm Springs, recently reimagined as a Dolce by Wyndham property, offers charm, warmth and hospitality in the heart of Downtown. With its stylish midcentury modern design, V Capri Palm Springs is excellent for getaways, whether you\u2019re looking to get out of town or partake in Modernism Week, the Palm Springs International Film Festival, Coachella or Stagecoach. It\u2019s also a short drive from the Palm Springs Art Museum and Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium.<\/p>\n

Centered around a spacious pool and bubbling hot tub, the hotel makes R&R \u2014 even amid the desert heat \u2014 seamless. Before sets at a buzzy music festival or visits to the hottest events, visitors can take a dip in one of the two sun-drenched pools (one reserved for adults and the other open to all). Enjoy a laid-back pool vibe, with nautically striped towels and tangerine umbrellas, while sipping a pi\u00f1a colada paired with satisfying morsels. Then, soak up the beautiful views of the palm trees and nearby San Jacinto Mountains.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"The V Capri\u2019s lobbyCredit: Courtesy \u201cLos Angeles\u201d mag Road to Coachella<\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"V Capri cocktailsCredit: Courtesy Jay Evelyn Studios<\/p>\n

As compelling as sitting by the pool all day is, the midcentury modern design of the hotel makes its rooms memorable. Take to the private balcony to sip a bottle of wine and enjoy the breeze. The retro aesthetic is balanced by contemporary room amenities like high-speed Wi-Fi, sizeable flatscreen TVs and plush beddings for nights of deep, restful sleep. After all, what\u2019s vacation without luxurious flourishes? <\/p>\n

333 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, wyndhamhotels.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Thompson Palm Springs<\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"The Thompson Palm SpringsCredit: The Thompson Palm Springs<\/p>\n

The long-awaited Thompson Palm Springs opened its doors in October 2024, bringing with it some L.A. glamour and upscale eating and drinking destinations.<\/p>\n

Located along Downtown\u2019s Palm Canyon Drive, the hip boutique property with midcentury modern design by SMS Architects and B2 Design Co. greets guests with Gerald Clarke\u2019s lobby sculpture of recycled aluminum cans and other playful artwork sourced by Shore Art Advisory.<\/p>\n

Retreat to one of 168 bungalow-like rooms and suites, decorated in natural colors and wooden textures, to bring the desert inside. All rooms feature balconies with views of the San Jacinto Mountains.<\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"The Thompson\u2019s adults-only Upper Stories wingCredit: Courtesy The Thompson Palm Springs<\/p>\n

Take in some sun by two pools \u2014 one exclusive to the adultsonly Upper Stories tower, comprised of 42 luxurious rooms with special amenities. The second boasts a buzzing bar and pool scene.\u00a0<\/p>\n

On the ground level is the Hall Napa Valley Tasting Room & Wine Lounge \u2014 from the Dallas-based Hall Group that owns the property. Start the night with a flight or tasting of owners Craig and Kathryn Hall\u2019s family of wines, which include brands Walt and Hall.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Indoor-outdoor restaurant Lola Rose Grand Mezze features Levantine-inspired cuisine from chef Quentin Garcia in a warm setting with Moroccan textures and eclectic d\u00e9cor. Visit for breakfast, lunch, dinner or brunch, and try Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes like warm pita with muhammara, shakshuka, kebabs and fresh seafood. Come evening, the space evolves into more of a lounge scene.<\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"The Upper Stories private poolCredit: Tara Howard<\/p>\n

Among the hotel\u2019s over 30,000 square feet of retail space is Bar Issi from L.A.-based restaurateurs Marissa and Matt Hermer\u2019s Boujis Group (West Hollywood\u2019s Olivetta and Chez Mia). This more extravagant sibling serves coastal Italian favorites like crispy octopus, spaghetti cacio e pepe, wood-oven pizzas and branzino in a vibrant, colorfully-patterned dining room.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Thompson also has a fitness center with Pelotons, and spaces for weddings and events. <\/p>\n

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