Orange Slice

Orange Slice: California

Just stepping into the living room of this modernist Palm Springs studio will make you feel like you've been transported back to another era. There's a psychedelic dining set-up (we don't get to say that every day), colourful wall art, and an iconic egg chair. Its vibrant personality extends out to the garden patio, where you can relax under the palm trees and admire the mountain views from the sun loungers during the day, and light up the fire pit at dusk. If you can't get enough of those vistas – float all day in the shared pool area (or relax in the jacuzzi if you prefer). You can even show off your putting skills in the mini-golf area. Out and about – explore the galleries and tiki bars of Old Las Palmas, four minutes on foot or under one minute on one of the complimentary beach cruiser bikes. Alternatively, explore Downtown Palm Springs (a twenty-minute stroll), but if you don't want to walk – there's a free trolley called the Buzz that can whisk you there. This place is super easy to get to by air, too – Palm Springs International Airport is just six-minute drive away.

Home truths:
*Glassware is not allowed in the outdoor areas or pool
*The swimming pool, jacuzzi, barbecue, bar area and mini-golf course are shared
*Pool towels are provided
*The pool stays heated to 85 degrees in the winter
*Pool hours are not enforced, but please be considerate of your neighbours
*Free parking and complimentary beach cruisers are available
*The air conditioning will turn off if the sliders and doors are not closed and locked
*There is a one-time set up with all the essentials (paper towels, toilet paper, rubbish bags), but housekeeping with new bedding or towels are not available
*There's a cot available upon request
*The laptop friendly area is the dining table
*There's an early arrival fee of $35