Historic Palm Springs wanders through Spain and Morocco arriving at Martyn Lawrence-Bullard's 16 million-dollar vision of now. 56 ultra-luxury guest rooms of laid-back high-tech sprawl across 3 acres of green and blue in the heart of downtown Palm Springs.

Originally dubbed The Colonial House by reputed mobster owner Al Wertheimer, the Spanish Colonial style hotel began receiving guests in 1936 featuring plenty of sunshine, a good night's rest, as well as a legendary underground speakeasy and brothel. The hotel was renamed The Howard Manor in the late 1940's when Robert and Andrea Leeds Howard (owners of the champion thoroughbred Sea Biscuit) took possession. For the next 25 years the hotel was a haven for young Hollywood in Palms Springs.

Having just re-opened after an extensive renovation, The Colony Palms Hotel has regained its swagger as a stunning four-star boutique. The hotel was designed by Los Angeles based Martyn Lawrence-Bullard. The Colony Palms Hotel also features the Purple Palm Restaurant & Bar. Truly a cut above, the Purple Palm Restaurant features globally accented Mediterranean cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and an anytime - anywhere poolside menu. The Purple Palm only uses the finest and freshest ingredients from around the world with dishes prepared using time-honored classical French cooking techniques. An exceptional dining experience awaits you!