An Adults-Only Resort in California's Desert: The Muse Palm Springs

Looking for an adults-only resort in California? The Muse is an adults-only boutique hotel in Palm Springs with nine suites around a courtyard pool and a six-person hot tub. Book a suite for two, or take over all nine for up to 22 guests. Here's what an adults-only stay at The Muse looks like.

What adults-only means at The Muse

The vibe is cocktails and paperbacks, not cannonballs. The Muse is adults-only, so the pool stays calm and the loungers stay free. Book the whole hotel and it's all yours, with every guest 21 or older.

What you get

• Nine suites, each named for a famous muse

• A courtyard pool and a six-person hot tub

• Kitchens in most suites

• Four king suites with private fenced yards: Brigitte, Audrey, Marilyn and Taylor

• Included: grab-and-go breakfast from Aspen Mills, parking and Wi-Fi

• Location: minutes from downtown Palm Springs by car

Bring the whole crew

A small hotel with a very good pool works even better when it's all yours. A full buyout sleeps up to 22 across nine suites with nine bathrooms, plus the pool, the hot tub, the outdoor fireplace and the pergola swings. It's a favorite for bachelorette parties, girls trips and milestone birthdays.

When to go

Palm Springs is hottest from June through September, when afternoons often top 100 degrees. Swim early, nap through the heat, and save hikes for sunrise. October through May is the classic desert season, with warm days, cool nights and busier weekends. Midweek stays are the quietest at the pool.

Getting there

Palm Springs is about two hours from Los Angeles or San Diego without traffic, and about four hours from Las Vegas. Palm Springs International Airport is minutes from The Muse. Road-tripping in? Read our guides to the drive from Los Angeles, San Diego and Las Vegas.

Adults-only FAQ

Easy to get to. Hard to leave. Pick your suite or take over the whole hotel.