"Both the luxe-est and largest property in Palm Springs at 13 acres, the sprawling Jonathan Adler-designed Hollywood Regency-style hotel is posh, kitschy, whimsical, and service-centric all at once. Located on the very south end of town on a non-descript stretch of Palm Canyon Drive across from a car dealership group, once you make it through the gate and up the curling driveway you’ll feel truly transported. Formerly the estate of Western movie star Gene Autry, the Parker is hands down one of the area’s most unique places to stay. Though the entire property is huge by Palm Springs standards, it still manages to feel private and exclusive thanks to the sprawling layout, spread-out structures, and hidden hangouts at every turn, including a croquet lawn, Pétanque courts, firepit seating areas, and two perfect pools. Though you’ll need a car or Uber to get anywhere else noteworthy, you’ll likely just want to hunker down here your entire stay and get your money’s worth." - Lizbeth Scordo
