Hi Dale & Ron,
Just a short note to say "Fab" meaning you guys, the property and the guests. I stayed only one night but really really loved the vibe of Paradise. Without a Doubt I'll make it a point to stay in Paradise next time (and I'll book early too!). Big kisses to both and I'll see you again soon.
Kisses - Chester
Just wanted to commend you on your property and staff. I have stayed at a few of the Warm Sands resorts and even lived in the area 10 years ago. Your property was beautiful, clean, comfortable and inviting. Ron must be an incredible asset to your property. He is so friendly, helpful and accomodating. I had friends staying across the street that I gave a tour of the property to and they were also very impressed and interested in staying with you for their next visit. Thank you again and I look forward to my next amazing desert getaway at the Desert Paradise.
Wow is all we can say about your Paradise you sure are lucky to have such a nice place. Your resot sure attracts the best guys we can't wait to return. Hows the weather in summer we need a break then for sure. Love from Wisconsin.
Hey Ron,
Greetings from the wild North. Just wanted to touch base with you and to thank you for all you did to make our stay at Paradise that much more special!! We truly had a fabulous time! Well it's finally warming up here....no where near your temps, but a heck of a lot better than what we've been having. We're actually getting rain in the forcasts.
My name is Dennis,,, I was with Bob M. and Scott R.. We stayed there in March. Just want to say that I had the best time. Thank you for making my stay at your resort such a wonderful time
March 2009 marked my fifth consecutive annual visit to Desert Paradise. That fact epitomizes my comfort with its accomodations, my respect for how well it is managed, and my affection (reciprocated) for the personnel who are the face of Desert Paradise.
Indeed, one reason why I consistently feel welcomed there is that I'm not a stranger to the staff nor are they to me. Year in and year out, it's the same people, including the housekeepers. Their tenure bespeaks their conviction that it's a good place to work both in terms of whom they work for and whom they look after.
I always stay sixteen nights (A luxury of being retired!), and on that basis I can see the consistency with which the grass gets cut every week, the flower beds get tended, the pool gets cleaned, and linens get changed. And there's no chipped paint. But that observation only addresses the professional upkeep of the superb facilities.
The best part of my extended stay is the other guests whom I meet. This year someone said to me, "I've been here a week, and there has not been a single unpleasant exchange with anyone. He was talking about a clientel where singles and couples, young and not so young, movie fans and naked readers with highlighters in hand mingle amiably and non-intrusively.
Desert Paradise appeals to informed, companionable people who are rewarding to talk with. Thus, as much as I enjoy lingering on the patio during the day, it's hard to match the hours I have simmered in the jacuzzi evenings engaged in conversation. And even when people do that in the middle of the night, after a tour of the bars, they do it quietly.
What's not to like!
Well it has been about a week since our much needed vacation ended at the Desert Paradise, and unlike our tans, the relaxed feeling and fond memories are still vibrant and have yet to fade! The tropical landscaped oasis was incredibly beautiful and the Bougainvillea tree was fantastic with its brilliant red flowers in bloom. We even made a picture of it for our desktop backdrop! We relax just a little bit every time we see it, Ahhhhhh!
Ron was so friendly and attentive, and also so knowledgeable about the area. He was very helpful with his tidbits of wisdom on what to see and do in Palm Springs. We also appreciate Dave picking up after us every morning. The salt water pool was wonderful; the hot tub relaxing anytime of day or night; and the continental breakfast in the Paradise Caf? was a perfect start to each day! We thoroughly enjoyed the conversation with the other guests, especially Wayne from Chicago, Derek and the guys from Winnipeg, and Gus from California, just to mention a few of them.
We also very much appreciate you allowing our friends to visit us at the Desert Paradise, and join us for some desert sun, as we caught up with them by the pool! They loved the beautiful tropical oasis and are still raving about it!
Thanks again Dale! It was great meeting you and we really loved all the care that you and your staff have put into the Desert Paradise.
It definitely shows!
Take care and we hope to be visiting there again soon.
Hugs?
Scott & Steve
Denver, Colorado
bearswest from Bristol, England
Oasis in the desert. Recommended!
What a wonderful place!
Should you stay here (and we recommend you do!) then you'll soon find Dale the most attentive of owners: no detail overlooked and everything as it should be. He also works with great staff and as a team they make sure you are happy and want for nothing.
The rooms are lovely: clean, well maintained and serviced everyday. Our bed was very comfortable.
But it's the outdoor areas that blow you away: great landscaping; loads of plants, water features and hammocks.
The pool is "salt water" which threw us a bit: it's not salty (well hardly) and very clean.
There's a sauna and steam room on site too and the location in Sunny Dunes means there are plenty of other resorts around but they don't invade on your privacy at all.
The bars are a 10 minute walk (yes, walk!!) away!
We had a mix of guests: older/younger, singles/couples - everyone just gets on and talks.
Could Dale improve anything? Hard to say - the jacuzzi was hot enough to cook lobsters but others liked that (maybe I'm too sensitive!) but really there is nothing but full on. recommendation from us!
Nigel & Rich
Thanks for the tour of Desert Paradise on Sunday. It will definitely be the place I stay on my next visit to Palm Springs! From what I could tell, it is exactly what I'm looking for in a clean, relaxing resort...and one of the most important things to me...it's all CLOTHING OPTIONAL!
When I arrived home in Indianapolis Sunday evening, the temperature was 19 and our Monday high was 27. I'm already planning my next visit! Hopefully it will be in late June or sometime in July/August.
Thanks, again and I look forward to my visit to Paradise!
Jerry
Indianapolis, IN
THANK YOU so much. We are so happy we found you. We love the resort and the web site. We will be back. Dale you are the best and tell Ron thanks for the dinner reservations at the Falls the balcony was so nice. Thursday Street Fare night is a great time to sit there eating dinner. Thanks for the idea. See you soon.
Happy Birthday Dale and thanks for the wonderful stay we had again in PARADISE. You, Ron and the guys there made it so much fun. We look forward to seeing you again next month.
Thanks for everything you do - You are fabulous. What a pleasure it was to meet you. Thanks so much for your kind hospitality. I'm sure we'll be back and look forward to seeing you again
Dale, Ron and Staff,
The drive seemed to go by pretty quick.. but home now and getting ready for the week.
THANK you for being so attentive and sweet both of you are awesome people that I look forward to talking/working and visiting each time I come out there (which I hope is more frequent)
Just wanted to say thanks again for the awesome time spent in Paradise last week. I desperately needed some R&R before going back to work after the holidays, and you guys delivered as usual!
I'll definitely be back -- much sooner next time.
Back to the old grind up here in the SF Bay Area and missing you all!
I had a wonderful, relaxing time at the Desert Paradise. I also met some great folks. You bet I'll be back! I will make sure to tell everyone I know to look you up when they want a great place to stay in the Warm Sands Area!
Bill Lyons
Hope all is well out in Sunny CA. It was crisp -5 below at sunrise today in KC. Had a roof top HVAC go off line this afternoon and temp was up to a whopin 8 with a calm North wend of 10 mph for the 2 hour duration of the job. Ready for that Hot Tub! Ahh, but one has to love the Midwest Weather... we had 65 degrees two days in a row last week.
Again, we really enjoyed our stay at your resort this Fall and hope to return soon!
I am back in Jersey and what a difference to Palm Springs. I miss you and the guys at the hotel, Say si to Tim and Mike and John what fun we had. Ill see you guys in a few weeks.
Thanks for a great vacation again. The hotel and grounds sure look good and the new bath rooms and wet bars, WOW I had a very relaxing and fun time and I will return in spring.
Hello Dale, Ron, David, and Karol!
Belated hugs and "Thank yous" for my 7-night stay last week. My week was very relaxing - you guys were very accommodating and I appreciate it!
Paul
The weather was great - but you guys were better. What nice people stay there all ages and so nice. by the way, I was there when the health department was checking you out, and forgot to tell you I overherad them talking to you, and all the nice complements they gave you. You sure have a Paradise ther. I love it and will be back soon.
Dave and I had another fun and relaxing time in Paradise. Your service and and grounds as well as the staff you have put together are the best. We want to thank you and will be back in the Springs. We want the Joan Crawford again. Dave will call you in a few days
The Desert Paradise Resort Hotelhas won the same award every year -- 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008! Along with the Prestigious 4 PALM AWARD for Excellence in GAY Hospitality..
Our Palm Springs gay resort hotel has been honored for outstanding achievements in gay travel with the Out & About Annual Editor's Choice Award for gay travelers. The award recipients are chosen on the basis of excellence, innovations and solid gay-family travel values.
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Desert Paradise Resort Hotel 615 Warm Sands Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
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