Compare and book 3 Star hotels in Palm Springs, California

A hundred miles east of LA in the Coachella Valley, the desert city of Palm Springs is renowned for golf, hiking and Mid-Century architecture and is a great place to stay.

3 Star Hotels in Palm Springs

Use Expedia to choose from a variety of three-star hotels in Palm Springs, many independently owned and run. If you want to stay central to all Palm Springs’ attractions, head to downtown's East Palm Canyon Drive where you'll find hip three-star hotels, small boutique inns and quirky independent hotels, many in the Mid-Century design Palm Springs has become famous for.

Most three-star hotels in Palm Springs have on-site bars and restaurants, plus outdoor pools in stunning palm-lined gardens, ideal for a relaxing after a busy day sightseeing.

Palm Springs' Family Attractions

With 350 days of sunshine a year, Palm Springs is often a popular destination for families. To escape the city and get a taste of the desert, head to the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, a rotating cable car which climbs up into the San Jacinto Mountains.

Another popular attraction is the Living Desert Zoo, a nature park with an African village and wildlife hospital. And if the desert heat gets too much, head to Wet 'n' Wild water park to cool off.

Shopping in Palm Springs

Head up North Palm Canyon Drive to Uptown Palm Springs and the Uptown Design District, a modern shopping and dining area with contemporary furniture stores and clothing boutiques.

Uptown Design District also home to the Backstreet Art District, with its independent art galleries and studios. Every Thursday evening, downtown turns into Villagefest, a weekly street fair with live entertainment, arts and crafts, and pop-up food stalls.

Palm Springs' Drinking and Dining Scene

Palm Springs is renowned for its vibrant party scene and alfresco restaurants, kitsch tiki bars and retro cocktail lounges.

After a day of sightseeing, head back to your two-star Palm Springs hotel for a drink on the terrace, before venturing out to the streets for a taste of the city's legendary nightlife.