I was unsure about what kind of accomodations to book in the area, but ended up choosing Smoke Tree because so many people I knew had stayed there. It was perfect! We read books, swam in the uncrowded pool, took walks, etc. Smoke Tree has a laid back, but refined atmosphere. The dress code was refreshing: none of the men... More

I cannot say enough about Smoke Tree Ranch in Palm Springs California. The cottages are spacious and have everything you will need for a one night stay or a ten night stay. The RANCH has been left in its natural desert state. The raw beauty of the landscape and the mountains will take your breath away. The stars at night... More

My stay here was for a business related retreat. Normally the cost well exceeds what I spend for my personal travel. The cottage was immaculate, probably recently remodeled, very comfortable but not extraordinary. What you're paying for here is the beautiful view and surroundings, the really good service and exceptional food. Also the the sense of remoteness even though you... More

Just got back from a beautiful wedding at Smoke Tree Ranch in Palm Springs. Unfortunately we ended up leaving with a very bad taste in our mouth. We arrived to the hotel late on Friday night and checked into our Studio Cabin. The cabin was dated and rustic but very comfortable. We got a good night sleep and I woke... More

We're staying in Palm Springs at another hotel. We called twice to see if we could drop by and look over the hotel. They refused us and said they weren't that kind of hotel. Amazing. Their website seems like they want to have people stay there, but that's now how they answer the phone. The front desk person transferred us... More

We came back to smoke tree ranch for another of many fantastic trips. This place is all about family and tradition. There are few other places where the focus is on the family and doing things together. Our four teenagers love this place. Tennis, swimming, ping pong, and the craziness of a sunset lawn bowl. It is from a simpler... More

This place is fabulous. My father has been coming here since he was a boy so this year my family decided to come back and enjoy some old memories. Our group ranged in age from 27 to 88 and everyone had a blast if you can believe it. Whether it was the morning trail ride to breakfast, tennis matches, a... More

We've been going to STR for about 15 years as my spouse has a work-related, informal and family-friendly conference there each January. Until this year, we always drove down from the Bay Area. Flew into Palm Springs this year. We only stay for a long weekend. Interestingly, we've rarely spent time in town--a bike ride here with a lunch stop;... More

We stayed at Smoketree in a small private home last year during the week of Easter. We've stayed in a couple of places in Palm Springs with our child and Smoketree is one of the few places we have no fear that she is welcome. The staff is kid-friendly, they have highchairs and boosters available and residents and Ranch guests... More