Parker, Palm Springs
Discover the interior designs of Parker Palm Springs, a hotel celebrated for its stunning aesthetics and luxury in Palm Springs. Combining striking elegance with comfort, this hotel provides an exceptional experience that encourages you to immerse yourself in a realm of sophistication and style.
Every area of the hotel, including rooms, suites, restaurants, and shared spaces, showcases a distinctive personality and style. Eccentrically beautiful arrangements of antiques, art, and mid-century treasures influence the color schemes, patterns, and materials used, creating a sense of belonging for each item. As soon as guests step through the 23-foot breeze block brise soleil and iconic orange front doors, they are immediately transported into an extraordinary world that brings a smile.
The lobby extends along the main building, featuring several seating areas that enable guests to unwind, relax, and socialize in a more intimate atmosphere. The reception desk is positioned to one side at the entrance, ensuring the decor remains the focal point. Plush rugs in various colors, shapes, and styles frame diverse collections of sofas, armchairs, and coffee tables. At the core of the lobby, next to the 'Mini Bar', is a spacious double-height seating area under a striking mid-century gold chandelier. The well-photographed 'Drugs' artwork hangs above an alcove adorned with 30 decorative lanterns in vibrant colors. A popular winter spot at the back of the lobby is a cozy lounge area reminiscent of a log cabin, featuring swing chairs and comfy leather seating around a captivating crackling open fire pit.
The nautical-themed spa, 'Palm Springs Yacht Club,' carries forward the hotel’s eclectic mid-century style but adopts a more streamlined approach with a limited color scheme ofd red. True to spa expectations, a serene atmosphere envelops visitors upon entering the lobby. The expansive double-height ceilings and metallic wallpaper convey a remarkable sense of space and luxury, while the decorative wall moldings enhance the 'yacht club' aesthetic. The indoor saltwater pool, accented with uniform nautical stripes, serves as the focal point. The bold outlines on the textiles, awnings, and draperies introd white, blue, anuce a unique comic-book-like flair, setting the spa apart as a sanctuary—a place to unwind and indulge in personal enjoyment.
Palm Springs is celebrated for its stunning sunny weather, impressive palm-lined streets, and iconic mid-century modern architecture. This design hub attracts visitors worldwide who seek to immerse themselves in its distinct glamour and charm. A hidden yet well-known gem within the city is the Parker Hotel. Hidden behind a tall wall of palms, lush foliage, and colorful blooms, many may pass by without realizing the beautiful grounds and hotel are just out of sight. Those who take the drive, however, are welcomed into a realm of 5-star luxury, quirky style, and unforgettable experiences.
Established in 1959, the 144-room hotel has an intriguing history. It originally housed California’s first Holiday Inn before Gene Autry acquired it in 1961 to accommodate his baseball team, the California Angels, during spring training. In 1998, the hotel was bought by Merv Griffin, who renamed it Merv Griffin's Resort Hotel and Givenchy Spa, marking its rise in fame among celebrity guests. Five years later, hotelier Jack Parker took over and enlisted designer Jonathan Adler to execute a $27 million renovation, elevating it to a world-renowned design destination. Jonathan Adler returned in 2017 to refresh the interiors, infusing them with cheeky hedonistic luxury and abundant Californian glamour.
The Parker features five key food and drink spots, providing guests with opportunities to relax and dine at all hours. 'Normas' is a vibrantly decorated outdoor terrace restaurant that serves breakfast stylishly, available throughout the day, offering stunning views of the hotel's lush grounds. The booth seating's burnt orange upholstery, paired with bright button cushions, creates a striking contrast against the garden greens and the blue sky surrounding the terrace. 'Mister Parker's' introduces a playful twist to formal dining with its chic, subtle, and luxurious decor. Mirrored ceilings enhance the restaurant's geometric carpet and lively upholstery, creating a dazzling visualk wood-panelled walls highlight a diverse array of artworks, ensuring guests remain entertained and intrigued during their stay. The lower ceilings and darker color scheme foster an intimate atmosphere, ideal for a romantic evening getaway. experience. Dar
Black, glossy running bond tiles and an impressive decorative black tin tile ceiling set a dramatic stage for 'Counter Reformation,' a bar hailed as the 'shrineghlights the bar with eye-catching red cement tiles that complement the ornamental weaving on the wooden bar stools. This intimate space lacks tables and chairs, encouraging fluid socializing among guests, whether seated at the bar or 'ledge-leaning' on the side. Accessible directly from the lobby, the 'Mini Bar' resembles a delightful jewelry box. Gold-studded blue velvet doors glide open to reveal dark emerald stone accents on the ceilings, walls, and floors, enhanced by inset mirrored details. The stunning array of golden Art Deco bar stools serves as a striking centerpiece. In this small space, gleaming in golden hues, Hollywoodectly embodied. Stepping outside into the sunlight, guests can refresh themselves at the 'Lemonade Stand.' Situated next to the Pétanque court, it evokes nostalgia with its classic yellow and white striped awning and colorful Bertoia barstools. Offering, as the name sugge The interior hists, lemonade along with a variety of cocktails, this exclusive spot is reserved for registered estate guests only. glamour is perf
For a private escape and time to yourself, Parker's villas, suites and rooms do not disappoint. As if gallery spaces in themselves, the curation of mid-century antiques and art fill these spaces, providing a home away from home and a style iconic to the Parker brand. The hotel offers eight variations of accommodation with guests having the opportunity of staying at the grand, private gated 'Gene Autry Residence' that boasts two bedrooms, two baths, a private treatment room, sauna and a large terrace. The equally beautiful 'Hammock Rooms' are another alternative, offering a private space to relax in the sun, surrounded by gorgeous blooms and manicured gardens. Whatever option one chooses, every meticulous detail ensures that the style and experience of a stay in the world of Parker is unforgettable.
