Established in 1933, the Warm Sands Villas has a history as colorful as the city of Palm Springs. In 1947, under the ownership of then police chief Gus Kettman, the hotel experienced a dramatic expansion, nearly tripling its size and further developing the grounds. The hotel was host to its share of notables as well, from Shirley Temple to Clark Gable (known to love Mrs. Kettman’s enchiladas).

In 2001, the hotel underwent an equally dramatic renovation, updating guestrooms to include modern amenities while preserving its charming Spanish architecture and expansive courtyard. All 27 rooms now feature complete climate control, travertine stone floors, king sized beds, and wireless access to our high speed internet connection. New furnishings were added late last year.

Need to know about our amenities? Rates? What do our guests say? Immaculately clean, comfortable and cozy rooms, friendly staff, and a peaceful setting are in store for you as our guests.

“I wanted to thank you guys for your hospitality on our first visit to your beautiful resort!...Your apparent appreciation of both guest & staff is a recipe for success!”
- Clarke & Frans

“I really did have a terrific and relaxing time at the resort…everyone of the resort staff was very accommodating. Hope I am able to get there again real soon.”
Tom

“This is our destination vacation! You guys and your crew are incredible!”
David & Bill

“Great renovation you guys did – have to tell you I enjoyed the place but the people (meaning the staff personnel) were the best – everyone … was friendly and went out of their way to make sure everything was OK”
Bob

“My lover & I have been guests 4 times recently. The rooms are nice, the other guests very friendly, the place itself is getting better all the time. The thing that makes our stay too great is the staff, starting with the manager…Every guy there is incredibly warm, hospitable…The people make this a great place to stay."
Will (Excerpted from PlanetOut Posting, Travel section)

“Just wanted to send a little note and let you know, again, how much we enjoyed our stay. I brought my brought my boyhood friend for his first visit…I don’t think he had any idea how nice the resort and the Warm Sands area would be – and how well we would be treated (of course, I knew, because I’ve stayed with you many times before). Just a few of the nice touches I really appreciated were the staff filled my ice bucket in the middle of the day…You guys are the best – thanks again – see you soon.”
Rick

“I want to thank you and the entire staff for a great weekend. The staff, as usual, was great. Extra thanks for the gentlemen who helped with Saturday night’s little party. That was perfect.”
Frank

“Thank you for a wonderful weekend, we always feel like its our home away from home. You guys are great. See you soon!”
Mark

“[My friend] and I wish to thank you again for the hospitality. We had a great visit and look forward to returning this fall.”
Scott

“First of all I was beyond impressed with the accommodations and the staff this pastg weekend. I have stayed at several of the other properties in the area over years. I have also stayed at some top notich hotels in the world. The staff and general atmosphere at your property was, TOP NOTCH. Each and everyone of the staff went out of the way to say hi (this was taken as genuine, not work). I look forward to my next visit as a guest.”
Frank

“I Just wanted to say thank you for such a positive experience making reservations for the President’s Day Weekend"