Lost Places Update: Coral Sands has been recategorized as a Lost Place. Why? In February of 2020 the Coral Sands was purchased and remodeled by the iconic drag queen Trixie Mattel. After a delightful televised renovation, the Trixie Motel opened in 2022. We hope to stay there in the near future, in the meantime book your stay now!

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Each time Patrick and I head to Palm Springs, we decide to find a different little vintage hotel to stay at, as Palm Springs if full of unique offerings. This year it was the Coral Sands (as recommended to me by my dear friend Kiley of Running with a Chance of Costumes).

I can’t express how much I love the courtyard of Coral Sands. With fun vintage patio furniture, a kidney shaped swimming pool and swaying palm trees, it is a gem. So it’s no surprise I spent a good amount of time just loafing in and around the pool. But I also did a bit of shopping, and plan to share my new found treasures with you soon!

I didn’t snap any interior shots, but I can assure you our room, the “Howdy Doody goes to Bali” room, was adorable, kitschy to the max, and had flamingos galore.

Before heading home, we went out to Salvation Mountain, and I’m eager to look at the pictures and hopefully share them with you all soon!

Swimsuit: Fables by Barrie

What’s Nearby?

La Plaza

Palm Springs Aerial Tram

Palm Springs Air Museum

Palm Springs Village Green Museums

Moorten Botanical Garden

Sherman’s Deli & Bakery

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