The Cactai sits in the heart of Uptown Design District, offering a tranquil escape from city life. Visitors can soak in the spa tub, relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, or find a quiet moment on the terrace surrounded by lush greenery.
Uptown Design District, a neighborhood in Palm Springs, is home to The Cactai. Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway and Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Palm Canyon and Mount San Jacinto State Park. Check out an event or a game at Agua Caliente Casino, and consider making time for Palm Springs Convention Center, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Palm Springs travel guide
312 E Camino Monte Vista, Palm Springs, CA, 92262
What's nearby
Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Palm Springs Convention Center
4 min drive - 2.3 km
Desert Regional Medical Center
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Ruth Hardy Park
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Palm Springs Square Shopping Center
17 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Palm Springs Station
16 min drive
Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)
12 min drive
Restaurants
Billy Reed's Restaurant Bakery & Bar
8 min walk
Rick's Desert Grill
6 min walk
Del Taco
19 min walk
Carl's Jr.
2 min drive
Denny's
6 min walk
About this property
The Cactai
Hotel near Palm Springs Convention Center
A terrace, a garden, and a hot tub are just a few of the amenities provided at The Cactai. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Express check-out, express check-in, and smoke-free premises
A vending machine and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at The Cactai offer perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
40-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
Wardrobes/closets, digital channels, and coffee/tea makers
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible spa
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Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch smart TV with digital channels
Hulu
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
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Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Private entrance, smart lock
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Children and extra beds
Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 21 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 20028549
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Frequently asked questions
Does The Cactai have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–11:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at The Cactai?
As of 28 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cactai on 30 March 2026 start from AED 469, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is The Cactai pet-friendly?
Yes, The Cactai allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Cactai?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Cactai?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Cactai located?
Located in Uptown Design District, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Desert Regional Medical Center and San Jacinto Mountains. Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway and Palm Springs Square Shopping Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Cactai Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Room was good, clean etc.
Would have rated it 5 stars but there isn’t any comfortable furniture. Mid century sofa/loveseat was like sitting on a board.
The hotel is fabulous with a great history. The room was spotless, the amenities were amazing and the toto toilet was an absolute treat. The courtyard area is beautiful with a lovely, heated pool, relaxing spa and great lounge chairs with plenty of towels. We loved having a little patio off of our room. The neighborhood and location are the best. We will be back!
I don't want to leave a review because i am worried that this hotel will become overbooked and hard to get into again! Our stay was amazing - we loved our room. The cleaning staff went ABOVE and beyond when one of us was sick. I cannot say enough good things, this place was soooo cute. Thank you to all the "Montys" for making it such a lax simple stay. <3
The room was spotless and access to the property and room was perfect even without staff on site! Staff was available if needed and yet, we required nothing as all needs were very much anticipated by the hosts!
Karen
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Kathy
13 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely desert decor and a bidet toilet with a remote! The rooms were spacious and the king size bed was heavenly. But the check in online was difficult for an older person and needing 2 different codes to get in and out was not user friendly.
Amazing hotel. Great value. Excellent vintage and mid century decor. The bed was comfortable, aircon worked well, shower great and room spacious. The pool and jacuzzi were the highlight. Comfortable pool lounges. A great place to stay. Just note there is no reception or staff on site. No issue for me but if you expect that type of service you may be disappointed but it was no issue for us, communication by whats app was good.
I cannot say enough good things about The Cactai. This place is absolutely beautiful and the rooms are clean, really well appointed, and spacious. I had a couple things I needed help with and the owners were extremely responsive and friendly. The pool area is immaculate and quiet and the location is so close to great coffee and food. This is the perfect solo retreat and I’d recommend it to anyone!
First and foremost this isn’t your typical hotel where there’s a front desk. If you need anything you have to “text a number.” I had an incident where I was provided with the code to the front door and my room at approx 2:30 pm on Friday 8/15 and I had booked the room til 8/17. After I had came into the room, I was in there for no more than 5 minutes when I had used the restroom to pee and upon flushing the toilet, there was a leak in one of their pipes which caused an explosion of water and led to flooding my bathroom. After I had experienced this I had flagged down the cleaners and they said they would have to contact their boss to “see what they can do.” After that I had reached out to the number provided for guests and spoke with Monty via text and told him about the situation. He then states he is unable to move me and the best he could do was to have them clean the bathroom. The fact that the hotel is fully booked is out of his control and I totally understand that. What really upset me was that instead of trying to make the situation better when I had asked for some sort of compensation for the inconvenience he states that he allowed me to have “early check in” when check in was at 3 and he had allowed me to check in at 230 when again, he sent me the code for the room I did not ask for it. And then to make things worse when I had asked again for some sort of compensation he states I could have ONE item from the minibar. Terrible customer service. Would not recommend.
The Cactai was a great choice for a taste of Palm Springs and for a relaxing stay. The boutique hotel is fully updated and perfectly designed. We enjoyed not only our room but the pool and spa as well. Joel and Jacob were quick to respond to our needs and accommodating in every way. We highly recommend The Cactai to everyone traveling to PS. Mauricio&Bill
Awesome property that was in a great location and relaxing pool area. Rooms were spacious and decorated well. Easy check in/out, very accommodating and overall great time in Palm Springs!
We liked the vintage vibes and the property was well take care of. Pool and hot tub were pretty well maintained and having a private back patio area was also a plus.
A little bit of a walk to the downtown core district. There was a musty smell in the room but that did clear up after a couple days and keeping windows open.
AC worked well but was a little loud.
Pack tight if possible as there are two small nightstands.
Overal we had a pretty positive experience on a unique property.
I loved this place. The room was huge with a big kitchen and large bathroom. Everything was modern, such tasteful decor, high tech, all you’d want in a TV with apps/channels, super comfy king bed, amazing A/C, and we also loved the pool/hot tub. Would def stay here again.
Host was responsive, helpful, and courteous. The property was well maintained, serene, had an ice machine, and free filtered water (by the pool area). The room was beautifully decorated & equipped with everything I needed and more (e.g., coffee maker, microwave, etc.). This property will definitely be one I’ll stay again once I’m back in Palm Springs.
The property is renovated with an updated mid-century modern feel. Very stylish & appealing. It was quiet with a cozy tucked away feeling. The pool, hot tub were clean & perfect temperature & outdoor lounge furniture was plentiful & comfy.
We had a double room. One bed was comfortable & one was very hard. The walk in shower & fancy bidet toilet was luxurious but there was a bit of noticeable water damage on the wall by the shower.
Toni
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Alexandra
29 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We loved how quiet and exclusive it was. Perfect place to escape the crowds you find at a resort.