Tucked into the foothills of the San Jacinto Mountains, Monkey Tree by AvantStay is a riot of color, design, and desert-cool history. Originally built in the 1960s by celebrated architect Albert Frey — the godfather of Desert Modernism himself — this beloved Palm Springs hotel has lived many lives. Rumor has it JFK and Marilyn Monroe slipped away here for a tryst, and once you spend a night under its palms, you'll understand the allure.
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This pastel-washed studio is your ground-floor escape, opening right onto the pool deck. Step inside and you're met with mid-century lines, soft retro hues, and a sense that you've wandered onto a film set from a sun-soaked era. A queen bed anchors the studio, dressed for serious sleep after long days poolside. The tiled bathroom leans into the property's playful design language — modern fixtures, retro details, and just enough charm to make getting ready feel like part of the vacation.
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Outside your door, the communal pool is the heart of the property — a turquoise centerpiece ringed by loungers and palm shadows. The hot tub is there for slow evenings under the stars, and the cold plunge is waiting when the desert sun has done its work. Common areas are made for gathering, with eclectic furnishings and board games stocked and ready for whoever rolls in first.
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When you're ready to venture out, downtown Palm Springs is minutes away — think buzzy bars, vintage shops, and some of the best mid-century architecture tours in the country. The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, Indian Canyons hiking trails, and Joshua Tree National Park are all within easy reach for day trips. By night, head to Bootlegger Tiki for a strong drink with strong vibes, or settle into Workshop Kitchen + Bar for dinner that lives up to the design pedigree of the neighborhood.
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!
Located 100 miles east of Los Angeles, Coachella Valley is an oasis for those looking to experience the beauty and ruggedness of Southern California’s desert region. Surrounded by picturesque vistas and mountains, an abundance of golf courses, shopping, and dining, this sunny destination is a must for those who enjoy the outdoors and the arts. Home to the country’s most famous music festival, travelers across the globe flock here to attend The Coachella Music & Arts Festival, hosted annually in April. No matter what time of year, there’s always something exciting going on.
Nearby Activities: Escena Golf Club, Lulu California Bistro, Palm Springs Art Museum, Palm Springs SkatePark, Mesquite Golf and Country Club, Desert Healthcare Park, North Lykken Trailhead.
Home Truths:
- This hotel is available as a buyout of all rooms for a special price! Please inquire for more details!
- This room does not have a kitchen.
- 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.
- 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.
All AvantStay guests have access to our 24/7 guest experience line, a dedicated hospitality manager, and hotel-grade amenities.
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The room configuration is as follows:
Studio / Queen 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.
