Palm Springs International Film Festival
“Be yourself. The world worships an original.”
— Ingrid Bergman
The 36th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival, returns January 2-13, 2025. All the glitz and sizzle will be on display, both on and off the screen as film stars from around the world walk the red carpet. The festival provides cinephiles the opportunity to view curated features and shorts that span cultures, continents and genres.
Equally as exciting as the films, the festival’s cocktail, gala, and after-parties are among the most anticipated on the Palm Springs social calendar. Easily the most glamorous and fashionable parties this side of Hollywood, All Access Festival Passes are available starting November 26.
Speaking of Hollywood, movie stars have been making Palm Springs their second home for a century. Seeking rest and relaxation away from the spotlight, Hollywood royalty has helped create the allure and ambience that makes Palm Springs so special.
In fact, Parker Palm Springs was once owned by the legendary singing cowboy Gene Autry who purchased the property in 1961. In the 1980s, TV mogul Merv Griffin bought the hotel, and the estate became the epicenter of Hollywood, where hand-shake deals over cocktails around the pool were the norm (and probably still is). Today, we are considered among the best boutique hotels in Palm Springs and are a regular favorite of Condé Nast Readers.
Parker Palm Springs is the perfect choice for your film festival stay. Situated on thirteen private acres, our three stunning swimming pools are movie-star worthy. Boasting the world’s most comfortable lounge chairs, each pool has its own musical ambience for just the right mood. Here, with a cocktail from Lemonade Stand in hand, soaking up the warmth of the desert sun, it is easy to see why Hollywood is so fond of our hidden desert oasis.
Our VIP service continues at Palm Springs Yacht Club (PSYC), our on-property spa emporium dedicated to relaxation. Fifteen private spa rooms and an array of personalized treatments will have you refreshed, glowing, and ready for your close-up.
To make a real entrance, be sure to dine at mister parker’s, where Chef Pedro Baroso continues to make it one of the best restaurants in Palm Springs. This is the kind of place that inspires you to wear your best, without being stuffy. Martini as an appetizer? We will happily make you one, shaken or stirred. Here, the highborn, lowbrow, flaneurs, and dandies all agreeably mix – on the promise that the stories from the evening remain amongst themselves.
After a day of screenings and parties, your spectacular, one-of-a-kind room awaits. Designed by Jonathan Adler, the accommodations are part of the reason we are one of the best resort hotels in Palm Springs. Choose a private villa, luxurious suite, or even a garden-level room with an enclosed courtyard and your own hammock.
Whether your name is on the marquee, or you prefer anonymity, relaxing is an important part of your success. And nowhere helps you do it better than Parker Palm Springs.
About Us
Parker Palm Springs is considered among the best luxury hotels near Joshua Tree. We offer only 144 rooms on thirteen acres of exclusive, private property. To help plan your next vacation, weekend escape, special event, or wedding, please Contact us.
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