Drift Palm Springs

284 South Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA 92262 United States (USA) near Exit 123 on I-10 (~4.8mi)
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3.0 Star Property
33.819695 -116.545265
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  • Includes an outdoor swimming pool
  • The Avg. Group Discount is 4.7%!
  • 39 sleeping rooms in hotel
  • 3 floors in hotel
  • 30 suites in hotel
  • Check in: 4:00 pm
  • Groups & Meetings rating of 6.0/10
  • 2 meeting rooms in property

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Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days

Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

Room Types

Check Rates Deluxe Suite 2 Bedrooms
Non-Smoking
Check Rates Deluxe Suite 4 Bedrooms
Non-Smoking
Check Rates Design Suite 2 Bedrooms Zen Garden
Non-Smoking
Check Rates Design Suite 3 Bedrooms
Non-Smoking
Check Rates Gds Bar Rate 4 Bedroom Suite Accessible Pool View Queen and King Beds
Non-Smoking
Check Rates Premium Suite 4 Bedrooms
Non-Smoking
Check Rates Studio 1 King Bed
Non-Smoking

Local Attractions

Drift is located on Indian Canyon Drive, in the heart of downtown Palm Springs. Enjoy dinner at Farm or Rooster and the Pig, followed by an evening stroll along the paseo and the pastel palette of a desert sunset. It's a 5-minute drive from Palm Springs International Airport, 2 hours from LAX, and a short drive to spots like Coachella, Palm Desert, or Joshua Tree National Park.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 6 guest reviews

Property Description

Drift Palm Springs brings Baja style stateside to downtown Palm Springs, Southern California's sun-soaked desert paradise. The property is located in the heart of downtown Palm Springs on Indian Canyon Drive, a 5-minute drive from Palm Springs International Airport, 2 hours from LAX, and a short drive to Coachella, Palm Desert, or Joshua Tree National Park. It's the ideal place for fine dining, evening strolls, and desert adventure. Drift Palm Springs offers spacious suites, with one to four-bedroom layouts, full kitchens and living areas, and balconies or patios. Enjoy spectacular views of the San Jacinto mountain range or Drift's resort-style pool, where daybeds, cabanas, and loungers invite sun and relaxation. The hotel is home to Maleza, an upscale Baja-inspired restaurant in partnership with local Chef Ysaac Ramirez and Jorge Espindola and Cesar Pita of San Jose del Cabo-based Roots and Roads. Locals and guests gather in Drift's chic open-air event space, perfect for supper clubs and mezcal tastings, surrounded by a wall of cacti for added privacy. For more intimate gatherings, guests can prepare meals in-room, sourcing products from the Drift Pantry, a curated in-room marketplace stocked with locally sourced items, as well as an ample wine and beer selection. More property amenities include: Open-air event space for private dinners, mezcal tastings, etc. In-room pantry/marketplace stocked with local goods Minibar with everything you need to make craft cocktails Resort-style pool with cabanas, daybeds, and loungers Outdoor event lawn for yoga classes, movie parties, etc. Indoor/outdoor bar and Maleza seating Separate pool bar menu for those in the pool and using the cabanas Complimentary bike rentals for guests

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 4:00 pm
Check Out: 11:00 am
Year of Last Renovation: 2023
Floors: 3
Rooms: 39
Corridors: All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways
Suites: 30
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: As Needed
Meeting Rooms: 2 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 15000 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 150 people
Lounge/Bar Hours: 11am-10pm
Pool Info: 8a-10p
Ownership: TMC Hospitality
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
7 day guest cancellation Group cancellation based on date request for cancellation for fees to apply
Typical Group Deposit: 50%
Total Taxes: 11.50%
Total Misc Fees: $40.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Dinner available
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Central heating
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Kitchenette in room
  • Licensed bar
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • TV room

Airport & Shuttle Information

Located 5 minutes from Palm Springs International Airport

Local Shuttle Info: NA

Breakfast Information

Maleza is rooted in Baja tradition with a bit of Palm Springs ease. All-day eatery serves up family-style feasts expertly paired with rare mezcals and craft cocktails in an indoor/outdoor dining and gathering space. The hotel is home to Maleza, an upscale Baja-inspired restaurant in partnership with local Chef Ysaac Ramirez and Jorge Espindola and Cesar Pita of San Jose del Cabo-based Roots and Roads. Here, groups can gather over Drift wines, beers, and mezcals in collaboration with Miller Family Wines and La Luna Mezcal, each of which pairs perfectly with the seasonal coastal fare.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

Parking Info

Included in nightly resort fee

Internet / WiFI

Included in stay

Cleaning Policies

Based on request only

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: Cheeky's - A popular breakfast spot known for its creative menu and fresh ingredients. Located 0.5 miles from Drift Palm Springs.
  • Lunch: El Mirasol Cocina Mexicana - Enjoy authentic Mexican dishes in a vibrant atmosphere. Located 0.7 miles from Drift Palm Springs.
  • Dinner: Eight4Nine Restaurant & Lounge - A trendy restaurant offering a diverse menu of American cuisine with a modern twist. Located 0.3 miles from Drift Palm Springs.
  • Activity: Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - Take a scenic ride on the world's largest rotating tramcar and enjoy breathtaking views of the Coachella Valley. Located 4.5 miles from Drift Palm Springs.

    • Day 2

  • Breakfast: Koffi - A local coffee shop offering a variety of specialty coffees and pastries. Located 0.2 miles from Drift Palm Springs.
  • Lunch: Sherman's Deli & Bakery - A classic Jewish deli serving delicious sandwiches, soups, and baked goods. Located 0.6 miles from Drift Palm Springs.
  • Dinner: Workshop Kitchen + Bar - A modern, industrial-chic restaurant serving farm-to-table American fare. Located 0.4 miles from Drift Palm Springs.
  • Activity: Palm Springs Art Museum - Explore a diverse collection of modern and contemporary art, as well as Native American and Western art. Located 0.8 miles from Drift Palm Springs.

    • Day 3

  • Breakfast: Farm - A farm-to-table restaurant offering a seasonal menu with locally sourced ingredients. Located 0.7 miles from Drift Palm Springs.
  • Lunch: Bill's Pizza - Enjoy delicious New York-style pizza in a casual setting. Located 0.4 miles from Drift Palm Springs.
  • Dinner: Lulu California Bistro - A lively restaurant serving California cuisine with a global twist. Located 0.3 miles from Drift Palm Springs.
  • Activity: Palm Springs Air Museum - Discover a vast collection of vintage aircraft and learn about aviation history. Located 3.2 miles from Drift Palm Springs.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Drift Palm Springs

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Drift Palm Springs.

Feel free to use the Drift Palm Springs meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Palm Springs event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)		 Size
(sqft.)		 Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout		 Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout		 Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout		 Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout		 U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout		 Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space		 Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout		 Theater
Theater Layout		 Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting		 Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Desert Lawn 120 x 30 x 0 3500 --/-- -- 130 -- 100 -- 22/-- 150 150 --
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Desert Lawn

Outdoor event space surrounded by a cactus Garden wall, providing an intimate and semi-private outdoor space, with room to move and enjoy your groups company!
Room Type:
Outdoor Miscellaneous
Total Size:
3500 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
120 x 30 x 0 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
2
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
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El Cielo Room 40 x 30 x 10 1200 --/-- -- 50 29 34 29 8/-- 70 70 120
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El Cielo Room

Our El Cielo offers just over 1200 sq ft of indoor meeting space with 3 sides of the room in glass windows and doors, providing an abundance of natural light. It connects to our Sol Studio patio, offering an additional 700 sqft of outdoor space to flow between.
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
1200 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
40 x 30 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
2
Power Outlets:
4
Columns:
0
Windows:
3
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
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FAQs about Drift Palm Springs a Member of Design Hotels

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Drift Palm Springs a Member of Design Hotels have?

There are 39 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at Drift Palm Springs a Member of Design Hotels?

Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Drift Palm Springs a Member of Design Hotels?

Maleza is rooted in Baja tradition with a bit of Palm Springs ease. All-day eatery serves up family-style feasts expertly paired with rare mezcals and craft cocktails in an indoor/outdoor dining and gathering space. The hotel is home to Maleza, an upscale Baja-inspired restaurant in partnership with local Chef Ysaac Ramirez and Jorge Espindola and Cesar Pita of San Jose del Cabo-based Roots and Roads. Here, groups can gather over Drift wines, beers, and mezcals in collaboration with Miller Family Wines and La Luna Mezcal, each of which pairs perfectly with the seasonal coastal fare.

What parking is available at Drift Palm Springs a Member of Design Hotels?

Included in nightly resort fee

How much does internet cost?

Included in stay

Can I get a AAA rate at Drift Palm Springs a Member of Design Hotels?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Drift Palm Springs a Member of Design Hotels?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a pool at Drift Palm Springs a Member of Design Hotels?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. 8a-10p.

Can I get a group rate at Drift Palm Springs a Member of Design Hotels?

Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 4.7%.

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