The Trixie Motel

Overview

This newly renovated Californian motel is run by the famous US drag queen, Trixie Mattel, and is just as bright and fun as you can imagine. You will overdose on sensory inputs, no matter what room you stay in. That's because every Trixie Motel room is bursting with bright colours and loud patterns (more is most certainly more). What else would you expect from a drag queen motel in the sunny California desert?

Like Trixie Mattel, the owner and famous Drag Race queen, the entire facility is 60s and 70s flower power themed. You'll feel like Malibu Barbie, as you spend the days roaming from your unique room to the pink and white outdoor pool. This place is so extra! And why should it be anything else?

The Trixie Motel has a little on-site cafe and bar which serves up a few creative snacks and small bites alongside plenty of speciality cocktails and beverages. It's mostly stuff you can enjoy while sitting around the pink and white tiled outdoor area by the pool – but they do provide private dinners too. They just need to be pre booked – and can be served in most places on the property. Alternatively, head to the local restaurants for more substantial food options.

Most people come Palm Springs to experience the resort spa lifestyle. But this area has also developed into a real culture hub. Check out the Palm Springs Art Museum, McCallum Theatre and Palm Springs Design Centre in between taking hikes around the local national parks and shopping at the countless boutique stores. Or do none of this, just spending the whole day sitting by the pool, sipping on cocktails. The choice is all yours.

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