One hundred miles east of Los Angeles, Palm Springs is the choice weekend destination of Angelenos. The Sonoran Desert oasis has seen a star-studded population; Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe, and most recently the Kardashians have put roots down in Old Las Palmas. Fortunately, Airbnb opens up the hot springs, hiking trails, and golf courses to us B-listers. We’re still waiting for Leo’s villa to hit the platform but until then these Guest Favorite Airbnbs in Palm Springs grant a taste of the superstar lifestyle.
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Hollywood Regency vacation villa with pool
See more photosEver wondered where the rich and famous unwind between shoots?
This glamorous mansion in Palm Springs is the answer. Liberace commissioned the building and sleeping among these elegant interiors accented by Louis XVI furnishings and French antiques is like being on a movie set. The quad pool is totally private and there’s a jetted tub indoors. Ostentatious, sure, but you’ll live like the glitterati.
Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $1,045 per night
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Mid-century modern Airbnb in Old Las Palmas
See more photosJeannette Edris Rockefeller’s custom-built estate sits in the heart of the “Beverly Hills” of Palm Springs. The socialite loaned it out as a filming location for Cat City (1986) which you can stream once you tire of the piano sing-a-long and golf course. The entertainment-loaded villa is expansive, dripping in luxury trimmings, and so well-equipped for a large group there’s barely any need to leave the compound.
Eight guests, four bedrooms
Price: $2,409 per night
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Private resort Airbnb in Racquet Club Estates
See more photosWhy book a room at the resort when you can
book the resort? That’s the deal with this luxury Airbnb five minutes from Downtown Palm Springs. Bright interiors open onto a sunny backyard flanked by palm trees with a pool and hot tub facing the mountains. The master suite sits in a dedicated wing with poolside access and a hotel-standard bathroom.
Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $456 per night
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1950s Palm Springs desert chic meets Mad Men
See more photosRight around the block from the Frank Sinatra Estate,
this Twin Palms villa has all the hallmarks of the mid-century modern architecture that characterizes the resort town. The open-plan great room overlooks the private saltwater pool while the spa peeps at the San Jacinto Mountains. Don Draper would feel instantly at home amid these clean lines, bold shapes, and graphic prints.
Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $444 per night
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Off-the-grid Airbnb in SoCal
See more photosIf you can survive without a pool but can’t resist a mountain view then
this tiny house sanctuary has your name on it. A Guest Favorite for couples and solo travelers, the rental is halfway between Joshua Tree and Palm Springs. The earthy aesthetic is shaped by woody living quarters splattered with rattan trinkets. Remember to chuck a log on the fire before settling on the patio for sunset wine.
Two guests, one bedroom
Price: $175 per night
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Desert Airbnb and stargazer’s dome
See more photosCurated as a family vacation home or a creative retreat space,
this geodesic dome complex sits on five acres with views of Joshua Tree and Coachella. It’s designed with a space-chic touch with awesome views at every curve. Sunrises and sunsets are extraordinary while twilight brings a sea of stars to the unpolluted skies. Perfect for a romantic hideaway, the white dome suite is an additional cost.
Eight guests, four bedrooms
Price: $312 per night
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Scandinavian chalet in the Californian desert
See more photosSituated in the coveted Racquet Club Estates, this Guest Favorite Airbnb is handy for hitting the Palm Springs cycling trails.
Design-forward decor centers around monochrome interiors and a splash of “green” courtesy of the sustainable home being powered entirely by solar and heat pump technology. The landscaped garden has a saltwater pool and jetted spa for soaking up the epic views.
Eight guests, three bedrooms
Price: $655 per night
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Pet-friendly earthen home close to nature
See more photosThere’s nothing like a getaway in the Californian desert to rebalance the soul.
This bungalow is all softness and light with muted hues and rustic touches like sliding stable doors and handmade cabinetry. The yard is decked out with string lights and water features trickling past the private pool. Downtown Palm Springs is minutes away yet it’s like being in the middle of nowhere.
Eight guests, four bedrooms
Price: $330 per night
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Retro Palm Springs villa south of town
See more photosThe
former home of the genius Howard Hughes, only the smartest cookies choose “The Aviator”. Recent renovations maintained the mid-century modern architecture while bringing the amenities up to scratch for the 21st-century wayfarer. Both the pool and upper terrace grant astonishing views of the resort and mountains where you can raise a glass of wine (or, more fittingly, milk) to the entrepreneur at sundown.
Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $779 per night
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Play Airbnb with movie theater
See more photosBring the whole clan to this Guest Favorite villa for large families on the edge of Palm Springs.
It’s very kid-friendly with swings at the breakfast bar and a Pack ‘n Play for nippers. The inventory of frills and amenities is endless but highlights include free popcorn in the home cinema, poolside hammocks, and a poker table. Go all in and stay for the week; you’ll not regret it.
Ten guests, four bedrooms
Price: $406 per night
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Casita for two with private pool and cabana
See more photosIt’s true: The entire backyard is exclusively yours when booking this top-rated Palm Springs Airbnb for couples.
The studio-style chalet is equipped with everything required to prepare meals and scrub off a dusty day out. Outside you’ll find a pool, hot tub, and fire pit with ample space in sun and shade. Located south of downtown, it’s a stone’s throw from the Moorten Botanical Garden.
Two guests, one bedroom
Price: $414 per night
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