Ingleside Inn, Palm Springs, USA

Guests at Ingleside Inn can also use its larger sister property next door, the Avalon Hotel, which has a restaurant, three pools, a spa and a fitness centre.

Located in Downtown Palm Springs, as well as an abundance of shops and restaurants, stunning natural surrounds invite hikers to explore.
By plane: flights to Palm Springs take 14 hours from London with a stop in Phoenix, Arizona. The hotel is a 20-minute drive from the airport. Parking available. skyscanner.net

Ingleside Inn is adults only and a popular venue for weddings and celebrations. It suits international travellers tuning into vintage Palm Springs and stylish couples escaping the California coast. We loved the intimacy of the property with its cottages and cosy corners - this really was (and still is) a hideaway for Hollywood stars.

We enjoyed relaxing by the small, brick-framed swimming pool, set in an enclosed garden with chic teak loungers and a hot tub.

• Restaurant
• Bar
• Terrace
• Garden
• Swimming pool
• Jacuzzi
• Bike hire
• Adults-only
• On-site parking
• Free Wi-Fi

The spacious and light-filled Premium Patio Rooms are particularly appealing with their lounge area and private sun terrace. These aren't the slickest of rooms, but they do have a charm and period character you won't find anywhere else in Palm Springs.

Room, Deluxe Room, Premium Patio Room, Haber Suite, Melvyn's Suite
Facilities include: ensuite bathroom with toiletries, bathrobes, hairdryer, flat-screen TV, curated minibar, free Wi-Fi

The complimentary chilled beers and mix-yourself margaritas served in the reception lounge from 4-8pm slip down nicely at sunset. The staff at Melyvn's are experts in preparing flambéed dishes at your table, including a definitive steak Diane and bananas Foster.

Melvyn's Restaurant: stylish restaurant and raw bar. Classic cuisine, dishes include steaks, risotto and catch of the day. All-day dining, open daily. Brunch served at weekends.