Movie Colony Hotel
726 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, Greater Palm Springs, CA 92262-5704
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#52 of 80 hotels in Palm Springs
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4.0
Value
3.9
A study in modernism and minimalist architecture, the Movie Colony Hotel is a celebration of vintage style and forward-thinking hospitality in Palm Springs. Set in Southern California's Sonoran Desert and overlooking the former Movie Colony, once home to Old Hollywood stars like Cary Grant, Jack Benny, and Dinah Shore, ours is a boutique hotel with historic glam, designed by Albert Frey in 1935. True boutique accommodations offer private terraces or patios with views of the San Jacinto Mountains and the Palm Springs skyline, while a stellar location steps from downtown and the Design District affords a unique urban experience. Stay, play, and explore everything Palm Springs, the Coachella Valley, and the stunning Sonoran Desert have to offer at the Movie Colony Hotel, your destination for authentic hospitality and vintage charm in Southern California.
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Parking
Wifi
Paid internet
Pool
Hiking
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Adults only
Baggage storage
Hot tub
Pool / beach towels
Pool with view
Adult pool
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor fireplace
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
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Bathrobes
Air conditioning
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Safe
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Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
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Iron
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Refrigerator
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English, Spanish
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Grade: 76 out of 100
21Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
13Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
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726 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, Greater Palm Springs, CA 92262-5704
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The website photos do not do this place justice. It is a small delightful, modern motel/hotel. It’s sister hotel is to the south of it and another hotel right to the north only steps away has a lovely Mexican restaurant and bar. And the sister hotel has a restaurant and bar also. So, even though the movie colony hotel does not have a bar or restaurant on site, It actually kind of does being steps away from two other friendly hotels. The price is right. And it’s pet friendly, I did not bring my pet, but I would in the future. Nice music at the pool. The bedroom was modern with a lovely shower and linens on the bed. Lovely sitting areas around and very private. Not a party place in my opinion. Quiet, romantic, and a wonderful spot to unwind.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Gonzalo Rodriguez, General Manager at Movie Colony Hotel
Responded 1 week ago
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for the great review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and we can't wait to welcome you back on your next visit to the area. Thank you, The team at Movie Colony Hotel
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We were lucky to have found ourselves lost and not on the main highway otherwise we would not have found this little gem so close to the main attractions in Palm Springs. Our party of 3 male adults greatly enjoyed our 3 night stay and our reluctant departure summed up what a superb relaxing stay we had. Everything was so convenient and laid back with comfortable sleeping arrangements and an excellent shower while the location of our room was ideal just a few short steps away from the delightful swimming pool and hot tub that were freely available 24 hours a day. Breakfast as far as I was concerned was ideal with everything necessary to get your day off to an ideal start whilst the Cheese and Wine Reception from 4pm was an added bonus and an ideal way to meet fellow guests several of whom were regulars, always a good sign. I have to mention the staff because every single one of them did everything they could to make our stay enjoyable and comfortable. If I could state one negative it would be the price, 374 dollars per night but there was a major tennis tournament taking place 20 miles away and it is so very convenient for the delights that Palm Springs has to offer. If I ever find myself lucky to be in the area again, unlikely at my age, I will, without hesitation, head back to the charming and delightful Movie Colony Hotel that we were so lucky to find.…
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: Parking is convenient and directly available outside the side entrance
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Response from Gonzalo Rodriguez, General Manager at Movie Colony Hotel
Responded 1 week ago
Dear Kenneth, Thank you so much for the great review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and we can't wait to welcome you back on your next visit to the area. Thank you, The team at Movie Colony Hotel
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Interesting architecture nicely restored, close to centre but patchy service, no breakfast till 9am and pretty limited at that. Comfortable rooms, but weekend rates expensive for what it was and extra 20 dollars ‘resort fee’ to park per day having a laugh. Could be a great place with a few small changes, small hotel certainly meets the ‘boutique’ title.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Gonzalo Rodriguez, General Manager at Movie Colony Hotel
Responded 3 weeks ago
Dear Guest, We strive to make every guest encounter a positive and memorable one. We regret that we missed the mark on your most recent stay with us. I understand that you were dissatisfied with our continental breakfast. Our offering is in line with continental options at other smaller hotels to include muffins, fruit, yogurt, juice, toast, coffee and tea. During the week, our breakfast starts at 9am and on the weekends at 8am. These times work well for most of our guests, but maybe some desire earlier which cannot always be met with staffing at a smaller hotel. We can always arrange for a prior evening pick up if we knew you were unhappy with the breakfast hours during your stay. Thank you again for taking the time to provide us with valuable feedback. Thank you, Hotel Management Team
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This was by far one of the best small hotels we have stayed at. Beautiful décor and patio and pool. Hot tub divine. Nate was a dream host and Olivia was so helpful getting settled in. If I could give 5+++ I would. Walk next door for amazing Mexican cuisine (we ate there 3 nights and 2 nights at Billie Reeds. ) Exceptional food. We will definitely stay there again when in Palm Springs.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Gonzalo Rodriguez, General Manager at Movie Colony Hotel
Responded 4 weeks ago
Thank you so much for your review! So glad you had a wonderful stay and hope you come back again soon.
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This is to nice for stay and hotel is to nice with me they all provide me what i want and full of clean ness i will recomond to people go there and had a stay and that hotel view was so amazing...awsm
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Gonzalo Rodriguez, General Manager at Movie Colony Hotel
Responded Feb 15, 2023
Thank you so much for the great review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and we can't wait to welcome you back on your next visit to the area. Thank you, the Staff at Movie Colony Hotel
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The hotel could be charming but so many details are overlooked. Our room needed vacuum cleaning. The lobby closes at 5 and doesn’t open until whenever the next day. The advertised breakfast and afternoon social hour didn’t materialize during our 5 day stay. The pool was a few degrees too cool for January. The few staff who were around were nice and obliging but overall for over $200 a night there are better places
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Parking is free. Get a room away from the horribly busy freeway out front.
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Response from Gonzalo Rodriguez, General Manager at Movie Colony Hotel
Responded Jan 29, 2023
I'm sorry your stay did not meet your needs. We have our social hour every day from 4-5pm in the lobby. If it was not set up when you arrived, you can always inquire with the lobby staff and they will accommodate every guest. We offer our continental breakfast every day. Our pool temperature maintains 84 degrees everyday. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional service to every guest. Feel free to contact me directly to determine how we fell short during your visit. - Nate Hill, Operations Manager
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Classic mid-century architecture. Cool vibe, sleek interior design. A little TLC needed in some of the exterior finishes. Olivia front-desk host was exceptionally welcoming, attentive, and joyful. Five stars for Olivia's service and demeanor. Pool and hot tub were clean and refreshing. Easy walking distance to downtown PSP hot spots. I would stay here again.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Gonzalo Rodriguez, General Manager at Movie Colony Hotel
Responded Jan 5, 2023
Thank you for your 4 star review!
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It is a very nice boutique hotel, with a pool, hot tub and a great view from our room (26). The website showed a fantastic continental breakfast but it turned out to be breakfast in a brown paper bag. We were not impressed as this is not what we were expecting. Half way through the week they put out a mini-continental breakfast but not until 10am. We were quite disappointed and this affects our score for the property.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Room Tip: room 26 is the best
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Response from Gonzalo Rodriguez, General Manager at Movie Colony Hotel
Responded Dec 14, 2022
Thank you for your feedback. Our continental breakfast has changed since COVID and with staffing issues for food service. Our lobby does not open until 10am during the weekdays.
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We had a lovely stay at this gem of a boutique hotel. Super location, quiet, comfortable beds, thoughtfully appointed rooms. Our experience was made all the more memorable due to the excellent and personable customer service of Nate and Olivia. They went out of their way to look after us and make us feel at home. From going above and beyond to secure us American Thanksgiving reservations (PS Bongo Johnny’s was a great find! Whoops on our part for not doing our homework to plan ahead) and provide complimentary wine and cheese each evening. We really enjoyed this feature and the opportunity to visit with you both. Oh… and the fruit-infused water was delightful. Also wanted to mention something I noticed. While we were enjoying the pool one morning, a staff member from the sister hotel across the street was walking through the deck area on a mission, but he looked at us, saw there were a small number of leaves in the water, and he stopped. He then went back to get the pool skimmer and spent about 10 minutes cleaning it up. I was struck by this ‘see it - own it’ attitude. Certainly denotes staff commitment to a quality experience for guests. Impressive. We would book this hotel again in a heartbeat. Extra thanks again to Olivia and Nate. You were stellar.…
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Excellent free nearby parking
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Response from Gonzalo Rodriguez, General Manager at Movie Colony Hotel
Responded Nov 27, 2022
Linda, it was wonderful having you both stay with us, and miss you already! I hope to see you again real soon! - N&O
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Andrea F wrote a review Nov 2022
Movie Colony hotel was recommended for our stay in Palm Springs by a fellow Aussie LA dweller. We can honestly say it was the best motel with the best service we stayed at during our whirlwind tour of California. Nate went above and beyond helping us with our travels. Don’t miss out on the wine and cheese night. We are forever grateful Nate - love from the Australians!
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: Enjoy!
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Response from Gonzalo Rodriguez, General Manager at Movie Colony Hotel
Responded Nov 26, 2022
Thank you so much! It was wonderful having you stay at our hotel, and getting to know you during the wine and cheese social hour! - Nate
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PRICE RANGE
$199 - $321 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
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LOCATION
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
17
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Frequently Asked Questions about Movie Colony Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Movie Colony Hotel?
Nearby attractions include MOGO Silent Disco Tour (0.3 miles), Palm Canyon Theatre (0.1 miles), and Village Center for The Arts (0.1 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Movie Colony Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, a hot tub, and internet access.
Which room amenities are available at Movie Colony Hotel?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a view of the mountains.
What are some restaurants close to Movie Colony Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include EIGHT4NINE Restaurant & Lounge, Copleys On Palm Canyon, and Palm Springs Koffi North.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Movie Colony Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are pets allowed at Movie Colony Hotel?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Movie Colony Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Movie Colony Hotel?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Indian Canyons (4.5 miles), Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway (0.9 miles), and Village Green Heritage Center (0.9 miles).
Is Movie Colony Hotel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.