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 Mount San Jacinto State Park and Sand to Snow National Monument. 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
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Palm Springs Art Museum
3 min drive - 1.9 km
Palm Springs Convention Center
4 min drive - 1.9 km
Ruth Hardy Park
13 min walk - 1.2 km
Agua Caliente Casino
4 min drive - 1.9 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
Carl's Jr.
2 min drive
Del Taco
19 min walk
Rick's Desert Grill
7 min walk
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
Outdoor furniture and a vending machine
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 bidets
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.
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 24 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cactai on 30 September 2026 start from AED 450, 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 Desert Art 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
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
A bit far from downtown but the room was nice and clean. Loved the decor and our stay! We ended up extended an additional night, so quick to respond and nice. We will be booking again, thank you!!
A very cute and clean place to stay and dog friendly! Easy self check-in and out. The pool has plenty of comfortable lounging areas to relax on your own or socialize with other guests. Perfect location just up the street from all the shops and restaurants.
Thank you for a wonderful Palm Springs experience!
Pleased with location and also the check in/out process worked real well. We only needed 1 night. The only complaint is the pool is small and there were a group of many young adults that stayed in the whole day we were there and were drinking quite a bit. We never got to use pool. The next morning there were beer cans all over the place. This is the only problem I can see about facility being staffless.
We celebrated our dog’s 10th birthday and had a lovely one night stay at The Cactai! The room was spacious and comfortable. Check in and out was smooth. Monty was super helpful and responsive. Will be staying here the next time we return to Palm Springs!
Loved my stay. Was a windy chilly night but, the pool was heated and the jacuzzi was nice and hot. The room was clean, fancy new toilets, mini kitchen with dish ware and cutlery, a coffee maker with good coffee and name brand creamer, the bed was plush and the bedding was nice. Perfect location away from traffic. Will be coming back.
A top notch choice for the smart traveler. Small, 11 room property with no office on site. Check in with codes emailed. The grounds are spotless and very well maintained. All the rooms are very spacious. All the guests we encountered were friendly. There were 4 dogs on property, including mine and it was all so friendly. We can't wait to return again. And again.
This was one of the cutest hotels we've stayed at. The room had everything we needed, excellent fridge, AC worked great, decorated beautifully. The pool area was great, tons of lounge chairs and towels. Would definitely go back
Where to start with this fantastic place? Top-notch boutique hotel near downtown Palm Springs. The room was incredible, and communication with management was excellent. The cleaning crew and Mr. Maintenance (I forgot his name) were always very attentive. Five stars all around; we will stay here again and again.
The Cactai is excellently maintained with comfortable beds and a beautiful swimming pool area complete with nice lounging and a hot tub. It has modern decor and high tech features including a bidet with great setting choices. There is no front desk. Once you register yourself as a guest you are sent a code for the front gate and your room and you're all set. We would stay again when in Palm Springs.
Very cute, quiet and dog-friendly spot tucked away from the main downtown strip.
Although the property was largely contactless, the staff was still friendly and attentive. Monty, the concierge, was so kind as to upgrade us as we were celebrating so we ended up staying at one of the suites which was so spacious and beautifully decorated. We loved the comfortable bed, powerful AC that worked great against the desert heat and the private patio, which made taking our dog out very convenient.
The pool and hot tub were lovely to lounge around and have a dip in and we really appreciated that we did not have to leave our dog behind or forgo the amenities because we had him. The whole property was very quiet, although we were also there in the middle of the week.
The hotel was conveniently located just a quick drive or walk to downtown and there are also some stores located close by; however, we did unfortunately realize that the building down the street was a methadone clinic and we did have kind of a scary encounter with some tweakers who emerged from the trash room behind the property while walking around. We ended up just driving everywhere after that but parking on site is free and convenient. It also did make us appreciate how secure the premises were with the individual access codes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Denis
9 March 2026
Liked: Staff & service
The pool was lovely and well kept. The room was very clean but the bathroom had a co anteater leak on the floor which wasn’t problem but had to be mopped up regularly. Staff all very pleasant and helpful. The kitchen supplies were ok but it needed a few more glasses and a small toaster. All in all very nice place.
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Christine
23 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room is everything we need. Very cute and pleasant. Very comfy bed.
We loved our room. It was very comfortable, clean and modern. The location of the hotel was also ideal and quiet. The quality of the bed was excellent. My husband now wants to get a new mattress just like the one we slept on at the Cactai. We'll definitely stay here again.
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