Updated on Jul 20, 2026
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Type
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Hotel
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Bedrooms
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1
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Bathrooms
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1
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House Rules
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Pets allowed
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Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Smoking is not permitted
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No events allowed
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Max Occupancy
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2
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Host Language
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English
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Property Id
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4167521
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The Presidential Suite at Monkey Tree is where Palm Springs' mid-century soul shows off. Tucked into a boutique hotel designed in 1960 by legendary desert modernist Albert Frey, the space blends retro cool with present-day comfort — think vibrant Togo-style lounge seating, a sleek kitchenette and bar, a generous vanity, and a bedroom styled in unapologetic 1960s color. The bathroom gets the modern treatment, so the vibe stays vintage without any of the inconvenience.
Step outside your private 300 sq ft patio and the magic really lands. String lights overhead, lounge seating below, and the kind of quiet you only get behind a gated Palm Springs courtyard. The patio opens toward the hotel's central courtyard, framed by swaying palms and the San Jacinto Mountains rising just beyond — a view that looks engineered for golden hour.
Monkey Tree's history is half the fun. The property sits a short stroll from the former Racquet Club grounds, once the off-duty playground for Old Hollywood's biggest names, and quiet whispers of a Kennedy-Monroe rendezvous still linger in the local lore. Whether or not you buy the story, the glamour is baked into the walls.
As a guest, you'll also have access to the hotel's shared amenities — hot tub, sauna, cold plunge, fire bowl, and lawn games scattered across the one-acre grounds. Board games offer a fun way to spend slow afternoons, and there's more than enough room to disappear into your own corner when you want to.
Location-wise, you're in a sweet spot. Downtown Palm Springs is a five-minute drive for dining along Palm Canyon Drive, the Palm Springs Art Museum, and the Saturday VillageFest. The Aerial Tramway is just over two miles away for a quick escape to alpine trails, and Escena Golf Club sits nearby for tee times with mountain backdrops. Joshua Tree National Park is an easy day trip east, and Coachella Valley's wineries, date farms, and hiking trails fan out in every direction.
Experience Coachella Valley, AvantStay Style.
All AvantStay guests have access to our 24/7 guest experience line, a dedicated hospitality manager, and hotel-grade amenities.
Home Truths:
- This home allows pets for a fee. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- This hotel is available as a buyout of all rooms for a special price! Please inquire for more details!
- Children are welcome at this hotel. For adult-only options please check out our other hotels; The El Cid and The Marley.
- This room is part of a hotel with a communal pool and other shared amenities.
- Please note that we will need to electronically verify your ID before receiving check-in instructions.
- Landscapers service the property every Tuesday.
- Please note that this is a self-service vacation rental with contactless check-in and no staff on site.
- During the summer months, desert temperatures are extremely high, which may cause the pool temperature to rise as well. Unfortunately, there is nothing we can do to control this.
Parking details:
There is enough parking at the hotel for one car per room.
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The room configuration is as follows:
Studio / King bed with ensuite
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This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
Located in Desert Park Estates, a neighborhood in Palm Springs, this hotel is in the mountains. Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway and Forever Marilyn are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Palm Canyon and Mount San Jacinto State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Agua Caliente Casino or Acrisure Arena. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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