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Updated on
19/4/2024

7 Stunning Corporate Retreat locations in Palm Springs

Ready to kickstart the planning for your next corporate retreat in Palm Springs? You’re in the right place! Tucked away in the California desert, Palm Springs is bursting with activities tailor-made for your team's getaway.

From exploring the hiking trails at Mount San Jacinto State Park to recharging at the Desert Hot Springs, Palm Springs has something for everyone. 

Have a cultural moment with your team at the Palm Springs Art Museum or treat yourselves to a shopping spree in the Uptown Design District.

With TeamOut's guidance, we've handpicked the Top 7 Corporate Retreat Locations in Palm Springs, ensuring a fantastic experience for teams of all sizes and interests. 

Buckle up and get ready to discover the excitement of this desert oasis!

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1. Arrive Palm Springs: An Adults-Only Retreat in a Privileged Downtown Location

Check-in at Arrive Palm Springs, just minutes from downtown. Get comfy in one of the 32 guest rooms, each equipped with a fireplace for those chilly desert nights.

Enjoy adult-exclusive amenities and an outdoor heated pool surrounded by inviting fire pits - perfect for sunset lounging with your team. Looking for a private retreat? Reserve a cabana and order drinks and snacks.

Host your corporate event in the versatile indoor/outdoor spaces. At Palm Canyon Swim & Social, savor an All-Day Brunch Menu with dishes like huevos rancheros and lobster tacos. Don’t miss out on treats from the on-site ice cream parlor or a coffee fix from Cartel Coffee Lab.

For team adventures, explore nearby hotspots like Del Rey at Villa Royale or Dead or Alive Bar & Shop, or venture into nature at Joshua Tree National Park.

Take a dip in the heated pool and reserve a cabana for team drinks at sunset!

📍 Location:

  • Palm Springs, California

 🛫 Logistics:  

  • 4 miles from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) 

🏠 Property feature: 

  • 32 rooms 
  • Heated outdoor pool
  • On-site Fitness center
  • Poolside cabanas

🔎 What to explore:

  • Hike in Mount San Jacinto State Park
  • Palm Springs Air Museum
  • Palm Springs Art Museum
  • Explore Joshua Tree National Park
  • Dead or Alive Bar & Shop

2. Ace Hotel and Swim Club Palm Springs: A Break-From-the-City Oasis Overlooking the San Jacinto Mountains

The Ace Hotel and Swim Club, in Palm Springs, is the prime location for your corporate retreat! Looking for poolside tranquility and desert magic? You’re in the right place!

With 6,000 sq.ft. event space, you can book the Commune for your next meeting, with a private pool and fire pit, or the two floors of the Clubhouse, hosting up to 100 guests.

King’s Highway is a desert diner, where your team can savor the best wide-west flavors! Stop by The Amigo Room for a sip of local wines and craft beer.

Discover the neighborhood’s art scene and surrounding nature: Palm Springs’ uptown design district, Mount San Jacinto State Park, and Desert Hot Springs.

A luxury resort overlooking the majestic San Jacinto Mountains. Can you think of a better way to unwind and reset?

📍 Location:

  •  Palm Springs

🛫 Logistics: 

  • 9 minutes from Palm Springs International Airport

🏠 Property feature: 

  • 6,000 sq.ft. of indoor/outdoor event spaces
  • Outdoor pool 
  • On-site spa
  • Fire pits
  • On-site Fitness center

🔎 What to explore:

  • Explore the Uptown Design District in Palm Springs
  • Hiking in Mount San Jacinto State Park
  • Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Palace
  • Desert Hot Springs

3. Parker Palm Springs: Your Desert Hotspot for Outdoor Meetings Amongst Palm Trees

Surrounded by palm trees, Parker Palm Springs is the ultimate 5-star retreat in Palm Springs, attracting celebrities and savvy travelers alike.

Choose from 144 rooms and 12 villas, and dip in one of the three swimming pools. Try gastronomic delights at Norma's, where breakfast is an all-day affair, or savor fine dining at Mister Parker's. Don't miss a visit to the Lemonade Stand, a perfect spot on hot days!

Challenge your team to a tennis game or Pétanque & Pastis, followed by yoga sessions or giant chess tournaments. Relax by the outdoor fire pit with Mount San Jacinto as backdrop.

With exclusive event spaces like The Annenberg Theater, Parker Palm Springs ensures a fantastic retreat experience. Don't forget to explore the Coachella Valley's hiking trails or take a mid-century modern tour of Palm Springs!

A palm tree setting in the mountain’s foothills is all your team needs for a productive and thrilling retreat!

📍 Location:

  • Palm Springs, California 

🛫 Logistics:  

  • 3 miles from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)

🏠 Property feature: 

  • 144 rooms and 12 villas 
  • Multiple event spaces available
  • Three swimming pools & poolside cabanas
  • On-site spa 
  • On-site Fitness center

🔎 What to explore:

4. Smoke Tree Ranch: 400 Acres of Desert Landscapes and Plenty of Sports!

Nestled just minutes from Palm Springs, Smoke Tree Ranch sprawls over 400 acres, showing off the desert's natural charm. 

Surrounded by Smoke Trees and wildflowers, guests stay at one of 49 cottages, each complete with three delectable meals daily. Chef Hector masters dishes at Ranch House Dining Room, while the Silver Clothespin Bar crafts signature cocktails.

Host meetings in refreshing desert air, overlooking the San Jacinto Mountains. The ranch offers six versatile meeting spaces, accommodating up to 300 guests. The Disney Hall hosts up to 125 people, and the pool deck offers a banquet for up to 240 participants. 

Put your team's competitive spirit to the test with sports like basketball and tennis, golf and lawn bowling. Explore nearby attractions, like Moorten's Botanical Gardens and downtown Palm Springs.

With stunning desert and mountain views, play team sports or relax by the pool after a long day. Your team deserves it!

📍 Location:

  • Palm Springs, California

 🛫 Logistics:  

  • 2.5 miles from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)

🏠 Property feature: 

  • 49 cottages 
  • 6 meeting space up to 300 people
  • Outdoor pool, poolside bar, and hot tub
  • On-site Spa 
  • On-site Fitness center

🔎 What to explore:

  • Take the Desert Plant Walk (on-site)
  • Hike beautiful Smoke Tree Mountain
  • Explore Palm Springs
  • Hike Joshua Tree National Park
  • Living Desert Zoo and Gardens

5. Avalon Hotel and Bungalows Palm Springs: A Desert Hideaway with Old Downtown Vibes

The Avalon Hotel and Bungalows offers a Spanish-style retreat with 70 lodgings, including studios and private villas.

Set across four acres of gardens and citrus groves, this is the perfect desert escape! Indulge at Chi Chi, where poolside dining meets bottomless Champagne, offering from charcuterie to garlic fries. For a taste of California cuisine, visit Melvyn’s Restaurant & Casablanca Lounge at the resort’s sister property, Ingleside Estate.

With six versatile meeting spaces, including the Presidio Courtyard and Ballroom, hosting up to 170 and 120 guests respectively, your corporate events are covered.

Relax by the three big pools or unwind in The Life Aquatic with hammocks, cabanas, and San Jacinto mountain views. Stroll down the Uptown Design District, hike the South Lykken trail, or take the Palm Springs Windmill tour with your team!

Sprawled across four acres of lush gardens and citrus trees, this is the place to be for a private retreat featuring top-notch accommodations!

📍 Location: 

  • Palm Springs, California

🛫 Logistics:

  • 3 miles from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)

🏠 Property feature: 

  • 70 lodgings, including 13 villas 
  • 6 meeting spaces for up to 170 guests
  • Three swimming pools
  • On-site Spa 
  • On-site Fitness center

🔎 What to explore:

  • Explore the Uptown Design District
  • South Lykken hiking trail
  • Palm Springs Windmill tours
  • Shield Date Garden
  • Palm Springs Art & Design Gallery

6. Korakia Pensione: A Mediterranean-Style Rendezvous 

Located at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, Korakia Pensione awaits your team in Downtown Palm Springs, offering Moroccan and Mediterranean-style villas. 

Spread across 1.5 acres, this is a haven filled with olive trees, bougainvillea vines, and Moroccan fountains, perfect to host artistic communities.

Kickstart your day with a cooked breakfast in the Moroccan Courtyard, followed by a game of bocce ball or a bike ride around downtown Palm Springs.

Stop for an afternoon Moroccan tea service and explore The Bazaar, a multicultural Mediterranean market. Dive in the two heated pools and end the day with an outdoor movie night. With indoor meeting spaces for up to 30 people conference-style, in addition to outdoor event space for up to 130 guests, Korakia Pensione caters to all your corporate retreat needs!

Unwind in one of the two heated saltwater pools after sipping on your Moroccan tea. How’s that for a multicultural retreat?

📍 Location: 

  • Palm Springs, California

 🛫 Logistics:  

  • 3 miles from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)

🏠 Property feature: 

  • Flexible indoor/outdoor meeting space (up to 130 people)
  • Two heated saltwater pools
  • On-site spa
  • On-site fireplaces or outdoor soaking tubs

🔎 What to explore:

  • Visit The Bazar (on-site)
  • Explore the Uptown Design District
  • Bike your way to Palm Springs
  • Hiking in Mount San Jacinto State Park
  • Palm Springs Art Museum

7. The Colony Palms Hotel and Bungalows: A Laid-Back Retreat that Brings the Hollywood Charm to the Desert

The Colony Palms Hotel and Bungalows, a Spanish colonial gem, has been a Hollywood hotspot for years, featuring an art-deco style. This adults-only resort by renowned designer Steve Hermann is located near Palm Springs' design district, offering easy access to trendy boutiques, eateries, and nightlife.

Spread across 3 lush acres, choose from 57 guest rooms, suites, or bungalows for an excellent stay. Try the culinary delights at The Colony Club, serving up American Continental and European classics with a local twist. Recharge by the palm-lined pool with a cocktail or pamper yourself at the spa.

For team adventures, hop on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, take the Joshua Tree National Park tour, or hit the Indian Canyons hiking trails for an outdoor escape!

Relish in craft cocktails after diving in the pool. All of this with a stunning landscape as a backdrop. Sounds too good to be true, right?

📍 Location:

  • Palm Springs, California

 🛫 Logistics:  

  • 3 miles from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)

🏠 Property feature: 

  • 57 guest rooms, suites, and bungalows
  • Outdoor pool
  • On-site spa

🔎 What to explore:

  • Explore the Uptown Design District
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway 
  • Joshua Tree National Park scenic tour
  • Explore the Indian Canyons hiking trails
  • Palm Canyon Drive

The Must Do Team-Building Activities in Palm Springs

Prepare your crew for an outstanding corporate retreat in Palm Springs with TeamOut's selection of team-building adventures!

Palm Springs caters to every team’s needs and desires, whether you are a squad of adrenaline-seekers or a laid-back group looking to recharge!

Challenge your colleagues to ascend the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway or wander through the renowned Joshua Tree National Park.

Explore the ancient Indian Canyons or stroll along the boutiques and galleries of the Uptown Design District.

From scenic tours to hiking trails, our itinerary promises fun and leisure for everyone!

Check out our list of thrilling team-building activities in Palm Springs and let’s start this epic journey!

Outdoor Activities:

  • Explore the Uptown Design District: Gather your team and visit Palm Springs Uptown Design District. Find mid-century modern collectibles, dine at local hotspots, and discover new stylish boutiques, restaurants, and art galleries!
  • Ascend the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway: This is the best way to reach the San Jacinto State Park. Known as the world’s largest rotating tram car, it travels over 2.5 miles along the cliffs of Chino Canyon.
  • Take the Joshua Tree National Park tour: The sightseeing tour visits the most iconic stops: Cholla Cactus Garden, Skull Rock, Arch Rock, Ohlsen Ranch, and Key's View. A day-trip that ensures team-bonding and quality time together!
  • Hike Through the Indian Canyons: There are over 60 miles of hiking and walking trails. Depending on your hiking level, choose from easy trails, like 1.2-mile Andreas, to more challenging ones, like 9-mile trail Indian Potrero.
  • Discover Palm Canyon Drive: Here’s to Palm Springs’ most famous road! Enjoy tourist shops, fine restaurants, and small boutiques. Known for its mountain views and palm trees, it’s totally worth visiting!
  • Living Desert Zoo and Gardens: Rated 10 Best Zoos in the US by Condé Nast Traveler, this is a unique zoo and botanical garden that specializes in the deserts of the world.

Indoor Activities

  • Visit Palm Springs Art & Design Gallery: Visit this full-time art and design gallery specializing in 20-21th century design. For the most curious ones, you’ll also have access to a unique array of mid century modern art and furniture antiques.
  • Stop by Palm Springs Art Museum: Palm Springs Art Museum is the largest cultural institution in the Coachella Valley, known for being an innovative and forward-thinking artistic center.
  • Have a Drink at Dead or Alive Bar & Shop: Located south of downtown on Palm Canyon, this tiny bottle shop/bar is the kind of place you come to for a glass of wine, a quick chat with your colleagues or for some last-minute beverage shopping. 
  • Fancy a Barbeque? Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Palace is a honky-tonk, barbecue restaurant and music venue near Joshua Tree National Park in Pioneertown. It has been delighting locals and travelers alike since 1982, famous for barbeque and live music!
  • Escape Rooms Palm Springs: There are 6 escape rooms to choose from: Titanic, Jack the Ripper, Bank Heist, Vampire’s Lair, Merlin’s Magic School, and A Traitor Among Us! A fun, challenging activity that boosts team bonds and ensures a good time for all!

Want to Plan Your Next Retreat in Palm Springs? Ask Our Experts

How about a thrilling adventure in Palm Springs for your next corporate retreat?

At TeamOut, we present an array of activities, from ascending the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway to hiking your way to Mount San Jacinto State Park.

Palm Springs offers a fantastic escape from the office grind: Prepare to say farewell to monotony as your team visits iconic spots like the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens or hikes through the Coachella Valley.

In the heart of this desert oasis, discover the best team bonding opportunities, relaxation spots, and take a break from the urban hustle!

Let TeamOut handle the logistics with our planning process tailored to your team's  preferences, needs, and budget.

Schedule a free call today!

Gather your team and start packing for a memorable retreat in Palm Springs!

About the author
Thomas Mazimann
published on
July 11, 2024
Thomas Mazimann, a French entrepreneur and former international kayaking athlete, transitioned from sports to tech after moving to the U.S. He co-founded TeamOut, revolutionizing team gatherings.

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