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Reviews of The Monkey Tree Hotel by AvantStay

Palm Springs, CA 92262, United States

#66 of 147 hotels in Palm Springs

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 72 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    8.1

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    7.5

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 17 March 2025

    8.0
    This was a lovely little secluded true mid-century vintage hotel with fun amenities and charm.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a little rough around the edges, but nothing too bad. Wish it was closer to more restaurants to be able to walk places. But that’s not the property’s fault

    Loved that most of the original facade was there. True vintage charm!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2024

    9.0
    I would stay there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bed was a little too hard.

    A lovely complex that made it feel less like a hotel. And I was pleasantly surprised to see Tesla chargers in the parking lot.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2024

    9.0
    Authentic retro Palm Springs experience with a great amenities and easy check-in.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing within walking distance so a car is essential but it’s only a short drive to the Main Street and a grocery store.

    It has the authentic retro Palm Springs style that we were hoping for. Quiet courtyard with pool, ping pong, hot tub, sauna and cold plunge. Coffee facilities and a fridge in room and a microwave in the common area. No staff on the property but had no issue with that. We arrived mid week and no other guests were there our first night so our toddler could roam free, happily.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room lock battery was low when we arrived and we couldn't get in. We reached out and they said they would send someone. We don't know if anyone ever came but the lock wasn't reliable, we used the backup key option for the rest of the trip.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    8.0
    Great unique secluded retro hotel. Fun experience.
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I wanted to open the bathroom window for ventilation, but it was dark when we arrived and I wasn’t sure what was in the back since we were ground level. Also, there were a few things that were not there as advertised.

    Love the swanky style.I wish we could have stayed longer. We only stayed one night due to an emergency we were driving to AZ. Not a party place, but a nice adult chill hotel with history.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2023

    8.0
    Stay here for that mid-century instagram post
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No front desk nor lobby to buy essentials. There was a coffee machine in the room but there was no water. The place could be bit more personalized. Jacuzzi was out of service.

    Nice and quiet. Mid century decor.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2023

    8.0
    Decent little spot in Palm Springs, chilled vibes, comfortable, annoying techy checkin
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Too much tech / annoying complicated booking system / lack of human / took ages to check in

    Quiet accommodation, good size room, nice shower products, free parking, tasteful decor, comfortable

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2022

    8.0
    Beautiful 60’s Style Palm Springs Hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The one or the other staff member could need a little reminder what customer service means.

    It had the charme and style of a 60’s Palm Springs Hotel that I was looking and hoping for. Absolutely LOVED IT!

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2022

    7.0
    Lovely relaxing vibe
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room seemed to be the only one without chairs outside of it, the ice machine was broken the whole time we were there and there was amazon boxes stacked up all in the common area. Could have done with some more exciting/aesthetically pleasing pool floaties. Pool towels were hard to find on our first few days. Our room decor was a little odd. Adding a filtered water machine somewhere would be a great improvement.

    Loved that they had bikes that you can use, the ping pong table and firepit we're also great. The toiletries we're great quality. liked the touch of the make up towels. ample towels and bins provided. liked the decor of the bathroom. Sun loungers were very comfortable. Gifts left at check-in we're a nice touch.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2022

    8.0
    A quiet and clean facility though a bit pricey for its services.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Suite with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The bathroom is extremely small and there is not much room to leave your staff.

    Room was spacious and comfortable. The facility is located in a quiet neighborhood! The pool is heated and clean.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2022

    8.0
    nice and quiet
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the hot tub was …. not good

    the big size of the room

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2022

    9.0
    Very hip place. Cool architecture. Will stay again
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Access with bags and entering codes a bit complicated. Not walking distance to Palm Canyon Dr

    Cool vibe. Appreciated Tesla chargers available. Nice pool. Lovely gifts upon checking in. Great follow up after check in

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2022

    8.0
    Amazing experience in a beautiful setting.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    we would have liked a vending machine with some snacks. there were 2 bags of free snacks in the room though which was nice.

    The architecture and design. Easy contactless check-in with acces codes.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    AvantStay staff were helpful and responsive even while remote, but we missed the benefits and convenience of having more onsite support. Room cleaning was not included in the room rates (we survived without it, but having one's room serviced is a great benefit of staying at a hotel). And a small nit: the Jacuzzi was extremely hot (despite the staff's efforts to reduce the temperature).

    Great vibe and facilities; comfortable beds; good location (even though it's a 60 minute walk from downtown Palm Springs)

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2022

    8.0
    Romantic weekend getaway with retro mid century vibes !
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was a little stiff but overall no complaints! We really enjoyed our stay 😍

    I love that the property is smaller so you don’t have to haul all your stuff around a large property. It’s a lot more intimate and quiet and tranquil. Love the retro style of the place!

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No Drinking Water most of the day, until a staff member arrived after 4pm.

    Pool was warm, towels were available, code system was great. Loved the bicycles.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location wasn't walking distance to Downtown area but it wouldn't prevent me from staying there again.

    Very comfortable. Great style. Friendly staff. Just all-around great atmosphere. Would definitely stay here again. And would recommend to friends and family.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the Check in is a nightmare!!!! people at the desk can’t do the check in everything is online and complicated and so long!

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2025

    4.0
    See above. Booking.com had an inaccurate description which was not the property's fault.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Premium Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    The reason for this low rating is NOT due to the property itself, but rather the inaccurate description provided by Booking.com (NOT the properties fault), which, on its site described the space as a 777 sq ft 1 bedroom apartment with a private pool. I willing paid a premium price for this space given the description, however when I arrived at the property I was placed in room 14. A very standard hotel room, probably closer to 225 square feet. I called Avant and they were very responsive but indicated they don't have any rooms that are 777 square feet, and none of the rooms have a "private pool". Fortunately, they were willing to cancel my booking and a moved to another hotel at a lower price, with a larger room.

    Location is ok, but not ideal. General grounds seemed good, and room was decent enough. Avant team members were very responsive to my outreach and concerns about my room.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    The property was perfect for what we were looking for

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2025

    4.0
    Quiet hotel with comfortable room at a great location. Unreasonably overpriced with misleading description of amenities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a feeling of neglect. The bath was clogged with somebody’s hair that was gross, out of 3 light bulbs over the mirror only 1 was working, distasteful images on the wall. Small things that lowered the quality. But the major disappointment was completely misleading description of the room. It was advertised as a room with a special feature-private pool. But the pool was just one for all rooms, like in many other hotels in Palm Springs. Also the bathtub that was presented in the description is an extremely shallow one, more like a shower base, not usable as a tub. I chose the hotel for the private pool and the bathtub and agreed for the price because of that features, but there were absent. So the price seemed as unreasonable high.

    The location of the hotel is excellent-quiet and off the tourist paths but yet in town and close to everything. Also it was very easy to get to the freeway. There are not so many rooms at the hotel, so there were few guests and the atmosphere was very peaceful. The bed was comfortable and I especially liked big windows. Small kitchenette is also a plus. There is a sauna on premises.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    3.0
    Fantasy over facts.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No check in details via booking.com blamed by the owner on them, odd, I have made many bookings by the same method without issue. fortunately I had a local SIM so could call, many would not have. The whole property was glossed over, look closely and it was just plain dilapidated/dirty. It’s right under the airport flight path,fine if you want to wake at 0615 but not relaxing. Also due to the gap in the mountains the wind howls through, allied with the nursery next door a cacophony. What would have been the office is now a repository for all sorts of supplies mostly toilet rolls and Amazon boxes, unsightly. Also, given that it’s miles from anywhere, would I recommend it? No.

    The style

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    3.0
    Poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Booking.com stated all rooms had kitchens. Room 10 di not have a kitchen.(Further information was scarce, unlike Booking.com's usual full descriptions) Our "apartment's amenities" were sparse - 2 coffee cups, no flatware, no plates. With a 3-star classification you would expect to find a tea-kettle and a microwave. Pre-stay communication was legalistic & bureaucratic (I had to do an electronic signature, take a face photo front & side view and sign an agreement contract; other communications were flowery and uninformative. A friendly staff person at HQ in LA had to talk to the team in Palm Springs to answer my query that they had no tea kettle. A later inquiry to the hotel (despite email avowals of wanting to meet our every need) went unanswered. No front desk, entry to hotel and our room only by entry-codes. AvantStay strangely described their philosophy as 'family friendly" but no kids allowed!) and "contactless" (but no human contact). It may've seemed like a good idea to convert a mid-century motel of architectural interest into spacious rooms with period furniture and cool decor, but we found the experience chilly and unfriendly. In addition there were numerous, old maintenance issues, some small, others of major importance which I've listed separately.

    Comfortable king-size bed Lots of hot water Beautiful sand colored floor tiles

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    10
    Peaceful and beautiful classic Palm Springs oasis!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wow! What a lovely oasis in Palm Springs! It had such a laid back feel perfect for relaxing! The pool was perfect temperature and the hot tub on the cool night was such a bonus! The bed was really comfortable too!

    Stayed in January 2024

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