Has anyone stayed at the Caliente and Pepper tree inn? Any suggestions as to which is better? Hiking suggestions?

Hiking---the Maynard's Mine Trail, Murray Canyon trailhead in the Indian Canyons

Second: The Lykken Trail---Tahquitz Canyon trailhead

Tie with first above but you have to drive an hour: Jumbo Rocks, Joshua Tree

I already weighed in on the hotel. if the Willows is too much of a budget stretch I would go for Korakia or Casa Cody. Or, if you are a modernist, maybe the Orbit Inn.

Thanks PSLocal, will be checking out both of those places. Can't wait to see the hiking.

Any comments on if the Calla Lilly, or La Mancha is nice? Is it worth $169 if there is no breakfast?

My husband and I just stayed at the Pepper Tree in for a romantic post-finals get-away, and we have nothing but great things to say about the place. We stayed in a room with a built in spa, but used the jacuzzi near the pool more. The room was clean and cute with a southwest theme.It was quiet at Pepper Tree, but close to almost everything. We spent much of our time walking around downtown Palm Springs--everything was close. Sherman's Deli, Blue Coyote, Riccios, Thai Smile was just across the street. But we spent more time just reading at the pool, and enjoying the view. Also, I highly recommend the couples massage--Norma's great. We're pretty picky, and we plan on returning to Pepper Tree Inn.