New: Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel

Although they had me at largest pool in Palm Springs, the freshly remodeled Renaissance Hotel boasts a variety of other buzz-worthy amenities, including a re-imagined modern lobby, spacious two-bedroom suites with scenic mountain views, plush poolside cabanas and a tranquil outdoor fireplace lounge. 

Formerly the Wyndham Hotel, the new Renaissance adds contemporary flair to this classic Palm Springs property, located just three short blocks from the bustling downtown area. 

A laid-back desert vacation in Palm Springs is all about pool time, spa relaxation, restful sleep, and festive dining with a side of unpredictable entertainment. Get all of this and more without leaving hotel grounds at the Renaissance Palm Springs. Who knows, you may just score the cabana next to Brad Pitt or Halle Berry. Get the Insider scoop on this haute Palm Springs holiday destination.

Desert Oasis: Whether you’re visiting in the blistering hot summer season or in the cool and calm winter months, no vacation in Palm Springs is complete without at least 10 hours spent poolside with a smile on your face and a cocktail in your hand. Of course this is no secret, and most pools in the area are overflowing with sun-seeking visitors year-round. Luckily, the Renaissance Hotel proudly features the largest hotel pool in all of Palm Springs, which is arguably the most important title in the town. The Renaissance’s tranquil desert oasis pool area features a 24,000 square foot courtyard with a 5,000-square-foot pool, in addition to one whirlpool, a separate children's sand and pool area, and private cabanas with lounge chairs, ceiling fans, and compact refrigerators for snacks and beverages. Now if they only added a swim-up bar, my desert oasis fantasy would be complete!

Celeb Watch: Palm Springs is sometimes referred to as a “playground of the stars,” due largely to the exciting star-studded events that light up the desert landscape throughout the year. Because the Renaissance is adjacent to the Palm Springs Convention Center, the hotel hosts many red carpet worthy events and many times, the stars themselves. One such event is the Annual Awards Gala for the Palm Springs International Film Festival in January - an event that in years past has honored Jimmy Stewart, Sophia Loren, Nicole Kidman, Brad Pitt, Daniel Day-Lewis, Halle Berry, Sean Penn and more. You’ll feel like a star in the hotel’s luxury accommodations, and if you’re lucky, you’ll vacation with the stars as well.

Dining & Entertainment: All this talk of star-watching is making us hungry! The Renaissance offers two on-site favorites for dining and entertainment in Palm Springs. The new restaurant is casual yet elegant and is dubbed Date which is meant to reflect the Coachella Valley’s rich date industry dating back to the 1920s. Executive Chef Juan Leon brings 20 years of culinary experience to the table, and now presents a new menu of California contemporary cuisine to romantic destination diners from all across the globe. No matter what you order, it will pair perfectly with the sparkling pool views. If you prefer to drink your dinner, head over to the Renaissance’s chic bar and lounge Rocks. While the floor-to-ceiling windows truly bring the outside in, we recommend going for the real deal: sip your cocktails poolside on the elongated fireplace terrace. On weekends and special occasions, the Renaissance features live music at Rocks. If you’re craving an adventure, it’s just a three block walk to the high-energy Palm Canyon Drive, which is alive with vibrant restaurants, shops, art galleries, nightlife and theatre. 

Stylish Hospitality: OK it’s been a long day of drinking, eating, spa’ing and sunbathing, now it’s time to get your beauty sleep so you can do it all over again tomorrow. The Renaissance has five floors and 410 guest rooms with 155 one- or two-bedroom suites. In-room amenities include flat screen televisions, iPod docking stations, and wireless internet. The spacious rooms are warm with earth tones and organic textures, and guests are sure to love the juxtaposition of modern décor details and scenic views of the San Jacinto mountain range. Feel free to explore hospitality happening throughout the property, ranging from evening entertainment and a state-of-the art fitness center, to free internet access in the lobby and a Nintendo Wii game entertainment and TV area.

Following a multi-million dollar redesign, the Renaissance is arguably one of the hottest hotels in Palm Springs. For family vacations, all-girls trips or romantic getaways, the Renaissance Palm Springs offers something for everyone. Renaissance is located at 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way in Palm Springs. For more information and to book your reservations, please call 800.228.9290 or visit renaissancepalmspringshotel.com.

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