The day I awoke & started dreaming

My morning began in a luxury Palm Springs resort hotel unlike any other. This decadent boutique desert oasis had all the right kinds of temptation – luxurious accommodation, an exclusive spa, award-winning dining, and memorable on-property experiences that still linger with me.

A SHORT MEMOIR

Rise & Sunshine

I felt a sensation of mystery and intrigue, as though adventure had personified itself and was calling for me just as I had awoken.

10:12AM

The sun was bright & gently peeked through the shades, coupled with an aroma of coffee & morning delights…

DISCOVER ROOMS
DISCOVER ROOMS
Hotel room
11:24AM

Breakfast was perfectly on point–original, decadent and definitely not what my mother ever served. Satiated & inspired, I was ready to explore…

EXPLORE NORMA'S
EXPLORE NORMA'S
Food
12:43PM

Wandering through the grounds I felt lost in the most delicious way, surrounded by fruit trees and herb gardens.

Play & Pamper

What better way to follow a morning of discovery & delight than to decompress and relax – pamper away.

2:16PM

The sun was warm, the water was cool and I felt completely at ease. What more could you ask for? Perhaps a cocktail…

DIVE INTO POOLS
DIVE INTO POOLS
Sunbather illustration
3:29PM

I stumbled upon a Citron oasis adjacent to the Pétanque court. Spiked lemonade – a swift segue to relaxation…

QUENCH AT THE LEMONADE STAND
QUENCH AT THE LEMONADE STAND
4:46PM

Halfway into my pampering experience, I found myself thinking… well, actually not thinking at all.

RELAX AT PSYC
RELAX AT PSYC
Woman in bath robe

Drinks & Dining

Now feeling numb to the outside bustle, I was ready for a night of adventurous imbibing — decadent food and inspired cocktails.

6:18PM

Tantalizing bites and expertly selected wine choices start the evening…

ENJOY COUNTER REFORMATION
ENJOY COUNTER REFORMATION
Cocktail
7:33PM

At dinner I felt transported to a place of true indulgence…

INDULGE AT MISTER PARKER'S
INDULGE AT MISTER PARKER'S
Fish dinner
9:51PM

Nightcaps at the Mini Bar and a cozy fire end the perfect day-dream. Now if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got a date with my bed.

IMBIBE AT THE MINI BAR
IMBIBE AT THE MINI BAR
Man in lounge chair

Wake up and start dreaming at the best boutique hotel in Palm Springs.

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