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Palm Springs Gay Cruising

If you're looking for some action in Palm Springs, California, then look no further for information about gay cruising spots in and around the city. As always, be conscious of your personal safety when meeting strangers.

Palm Springs Hotel Deals

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The Three Fifty Hotel is a 10 room boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown Palm Springs.  Originally built in 1950, this Mid-Century Modern gem was designed by famed architect Herbert W. Burns. Offering a year-round outdoor pool and hot tub, The Three Fifty Hotel- Adults only 21 & up is a gay friendly, smoke free property in Palm Springs. Every room at this hotel is air-conditioned and has a TV with cable channels. Certain rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. Some rooms include views of the mountain or pool. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Bike hire is available at this hotel and the area is popular for golfing. Palm Springs Convention Center is 1.2 km from The Three Fifty Hotel- Adults only 21 & up, while Palm Springs Square Shopping Center is 3.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Palm Springs International Airport, 4 km from the property.
A Men only boutique resort offering all the amenities of a 5 star hotel and first class service but with the comforts of feeling like home. Situated in the Downtown Palm Springs district in Palm Springs, 1.2 km from Palm Springs Square Shopping Center, Descanso features free WiFi access and free private parking. All guest rooms include a seating area, a private bathroom, bathrobes and free toiletries. The Grand Suite includes a spa bath. Enjoy a cup of coffee while looking out at the mountain or pool. A flat-screen cable TV is also offered. There is a shared lounge at the property. Guests receive a complimentary cocktail hour each evening. The area around the property is popular for golfing. Loehmann's Plaza Shopping Center is 1.3 km from East Canyon Hotel and Spa, while Saks Fifth Avenue is 1.8 km away. Palm Springs International Airport is 4 km from Descanso Resort
La Serena Villas are way more fancy than is is suggested by their 3* rating and sits on over an acre of beautiful landscaped grounds in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, walking distance to the gay nightlife and famous Palm Canyon Drive near the best restaurants, boutiques and galleries. This, gay friendly, adults only hotel has an outdoor pool and views of the mountain. Some rooms feature a seating area for your convenience. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, La Serena Villas also offers free private parking. A flat-screen TV is available. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The hotel also offers free use of bicycles. Palm Springs Square Shopping Center is 3.7 km from La Serena Villas, while Loehmanns Plaza Shopping Center is 3.8 km from the property. Palm Springs International Airport is 4 km away.
Featuring a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, this gay friendly Palm Springs hotel offers guest rooms with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Palm Springs International Airport is 10 minutes' drive away. A continental breakfast is also served each morning. A work desk is included in every room at Skylark Hotel. Each modern room also offers tea and coffee-making facilities. Some rooms provide views of the surrounding mountains. Free parking is also offered at this hotel. Palm Springs Square Shopping, Indian Canyons Golf Course and Palm Springs city centre are within 5 minutes' drive. Desert Hills Premium Outlets are 32.2 km from this hotel.

Cruising Bars in Palm Springs

Tool Shed

Tool Shed

Bear, Older Crowd, Fetish, Cruising

Tool Shed is a leather and levi bar that's a lot more rustic than the modern gay bars on the scene. It's down to earth with equally unpretentious patrons, and a solid option for slightly older butch gays and their admirers to hang out. Chat up guys at the bar, or sit back and enjoy DJs, go-go dancers, weekly bingo, and a friendly atmosphere. Take advantage of a daily happy hour with an exceptionally cruisey crowd.
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Dick's on Arenas

Dick's on Arenas

Bear, Older Crowd, Fetish, Cruising

Dick's on Arenas, formerly Eagle 501, is the only place in Palm Springs that's focussed on the leather and levi crowd. The bar serves up strong drinks, helping conversation get going and helping you meet the bears of the community who are looking for a hookup. This bright but classic space mixes the old with the new, welcoming everyone in. Staff strive to make you feel comfortable so you can be yourself and just have grown-up some fun!
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Palm Springs Hotel Deals

Grab a great deal on your trip with GayMapper's hotel partners

The Three Fifty Hotel is a 10 room boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown Palm Springs.  Originally built in 1950, this Mid-Century Modern gem was designed by famed architect Herbert W. Burns. Offering a year-round outdoor pool and hot tub, The Three Fifty Hotel- Adults only 21 & up is a gay friendly, smoke free property in Palm Springs. Every room at this hotel is air-conditioned and has a TV with cable channels. Certain rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. Some rooms include views of the mountain or pool. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Bike hire is available at this hotel and the area is popular for golfing. Palm Springs Convention Center is 1.2 km from The Three Fifty Hotel- Adults only 21 & up, while Palm Springs Square Shopping Center is 3.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Palm Springs International Airport, 4 km from the property.
A Men only boutique resort offering all the amenities of a 5 star hotel and first class service but with the comforts of feeling like home. Situated in the Downtown Palm Springs district in Palm Springs, 1.2 km from Palm Springs Square Shopping Center, Descanso features free WiFi access and free private parking. All guest rooms include a seating area, a private bathroom, bathrobes and free toiletries. The Grand Suite includes a spa bath. Enjoy a cup of coffee while looking out at the mountain or pool. A flat-screen cable TV is also offered. There is a shared lounge at the property. Guests receive a complimentary cocktail hour each evening. The area around the property is popular for golfing. Loehmann's Plaza Shopping Center is 1.3 km from East Canyon Hotel and Spa, while Saks Fifth Avenue is 1.8 km away. Palm Springs International Airport is 4 km from Descanso Resort
La Serena Villas are way more fancy than is is suggested by their 3* rating and sits on over an acre of beautiful landscaped grounds in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, walking distance to the gay nightlife and famous Palm Canyon Drive near the best restaurants, boutiques and galleries. This, gay friendly, adults only hotel has an outdoor pool and views of the mountain. Some rooms feature a seating area for your convenience. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, La Serena Villas also offers free private parking. A flat-screen TV is available. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The hotel also offers free use of bicycles. Palm Springs Square Shopping Center is 3.7 km from La Serena Villas, while Loehmanns Plaza Shopping Center is 3.8 km from the property. Palm Springs International Airport is 4 km away.
Featuring a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, this gay friendly Palm Springs hotel offers guest rooms with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Palm Springs International Airport is 10 minutes' drive away. A continental breakfast is also served each morning. A work desk is included in every room at Skylark Hotel. Each modern room also offers tea and coffee-making facilities. Some rooms provide views of the surrounding mountains. Free parking is also offered at this hotel. Palm Springs Square Shopping, Indian Canyons Golf Course and Palm Springs city centre are within 5 minutes' drive. Desert Hills Premium Outlets are 32.2 km from this hotel.

Other Cruising Spots in Palm Springs

Tahquitz Creek Footbridge

Tahquitz Creek Footbridge

Cruising, Older Crowd

Tahquitz River Bridge comes alive around sundown with a low-key, underground vibe. The bike path and benches are the main cruise zones, especially if you’re walking a dog or just posted up looking casual. Want more privacy? Head under the bridge into the tunnel—quiet, hidden, and way more discreet. Shirtless fits, tanks, and short shorts definitely pull attention here. The spot sits across from the old church near Riverside Drive and Camino Real. Park nearby, walk the bridge, and feel out the energy before making moves.
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Tours & Experiences in Palm Springs

Palm Springs practically invented the art of doing very little very stylishly. Ride the Aerial Tramway, admire the mid-century architecture or head into Joshua Tree National Park, then return to the pool — or the bars — in time for sunset.


Gay friendly hotels in Palm Springs

Palm Springs is one destination where choosing specifically gay accommodation can become part of the holiday itself. The city has a huge selection of gay men’s resorts, many clustered around Warm Sands, while staying Downtown keeps restaurants, bars and Palm Canyon Drive within walking distance. Larger resort-style hotels offer another option if you want more facilities and space. GayMapper’s recommendations include gay and clothing-optional resorts, stylish boutique hotels and luxury stays – ideal whether you want a sociable escape or uninterrupted desert relaxation.

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