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Sparrows Lodge vs Caliente Tropics Resort

Both Sparrows Lodge and Caliente Tropics Resort are rated highly by writers. On balance, Sparrows Lodge ranks significantly better than Caliente Tropics Resort. Sparrows Lodge comes in at 83 with approval from 9 publications including Gayot, The Telegraph and Mr & Mrs Smith.

Sparrows Lodge
Sparrows Lodge
8 / 10
1330 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
From $139 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Pool
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Rustic earthiness meets haute design at the adult-centered Sparrows, just off Palm Springs' main drag." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"A hipster hacienda hideaway with summer camp inspired rooms in up-and-coming South Palm Springs." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"A former 1950s motel that has been taken down to the studs, Sparrows Lodge was rebuilt from the ground up and reincarnated as a hip and haute retreat."
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"A subtle sign—two small black birds on a white background—indicates you've arrived at the rustically romantic Sparrows Lodge." Full review
goop goop
"Just like so many Palm Springs properties, this lodge has lived many lives before it’s most recent incarnation as a beautifully-restored 20-room retreat." Full review
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Caliente Tropics Resort
Caliente Tropics Resort
7 / 10
411 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA 92264
From $79 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Oyster Oyster
Budget
"Harking back to the '60s with its cheap and cheery, tiki-themed decor, the 90-room Caliente Tropics Resort is a budget motel in Palm Springs." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Tropical is topical at this Rat Pack favorite."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Elvis once frolicked poolside at this premier budget pick, a nicely kept 1964 tiki-style motor lodge." Full review