Hyatt has announced that the 168-room Thompson Palm Springs will join the Thompson Hotels portfolio when it opens in late 2023. Positioned to capture sweeping views of the San Jacinto Mountains and downtown Palm Springs, the property underscores Hyatt’s strategy to expand its luxury lifestyle footprint in key growth markets important to guests and World of Hyatt members.
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Developed by Dallas-based Hall Group and realized by interior design firm B2 Architecture + Design alongside SMS Architecture, Thompson Palm Springs showcases contemporary design tailored to the desert setting. The property’s distinct guestrooms are configured as bungalow-style accommodations and are set among two outdoor pools, landscaped gardens, lounge areas and meandering walkways that integrate the built environment with Palm Springs’ natural landscape.
Guests will find a curated collection of amenities, including a signature restaurant led by a world-class chef, popular indoor and outdoor bars and lounges, a thoughtfully appointed spa and fitness concept, and roughly 8,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space suitable for a variety of gatherings.
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The development includes more than 20,000 square feet of ground-level retail and restaurant space along Palm Canyon Drive, enhancing the hotel’s connection to downtown life. Among the planned offerings is HALL Napa Valley, a 3,400-square-foot tasting room from Craig and Kathryn Hall that will feature selections from their family of wines: HALL, WALT and BACA. The hotel’s central location also provides easy access to Palm Springs’ arts and culture scene, with nearby museums, galleries, boutiques, bars and restaurants.
Leadership for Thompson Palm Springs will be provided by general manager Jeffrey Miller, who will oversee operations and commercial strategy. A longtime Palm Springs enthusiast, Miller joins the hotel after serving as general manager at Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows for three years.
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“We are excited to welcome guests and locals to Thompson Palm Springs, which will bring to life the iconic spirit of the destination through striking design, innovative culinary offerings and locally inspired guest experiences,” said Miller. “Palm Springs has always been a diverse destination where local culture is celebrated, and Thompson Palm Springs will embody this energy by serving as a dynamic home base for guests, local tastemakers and emerging creatives to connect with each other and what inspires them. We truly desire to be a local’s destination.”