Now and again we feel the need to spend sometime in the desert.    So recently we once again made the short trip to Palm Springs and environs.
Our discovery of the Westcott Hotel was like a look into the Palm Springs of an earlier era.  It dates back to the 1930s  but has evolved gracefully into the adults only bed and breakfast it is today.   The ambiance includes  the art deco of that earlier era and there are artifacts and photographs that add to the scene.  Here we were pampered  in decadent luxury.  If  the staff of the Westcott  forgot anything in the way of amenities we never discovered it
We were captivated with the serene, laid back style and feeling of escape from the  real world.   Yet the Westcott is only five blocks from Highway 111, and two miles from downtown, museums and points of  interest.
Upon entering the Westcott the first view is the enticing pool that centers a court surrounded by the rooms.  For us it was our oasis from the busy schedule of events and activities of our planned four day visit to Palm Springs.
 In addition to the modest pricing of the rooms and the many amenities  there is the free breakfast, free parking, and  the evening happy hour with cocktails and appetizers.  At  all hours there is fresh fruit, snacks and refreshing drinks.
 Michael  is the perfect host  always available to add helpful advice and maps to the nearby attractions.  It was soon apparent why The Westcott has been named best bed and breakfast in Palm Springs several years in a row.
 The Westcott is located at 530 E. Mel Avenue, Palm Springs.  Telephone 760 992-5410.
 Tearing ourselves away from this Hollywood era resort was not easy but we did have an agenda including  the  Palm Springs Air Museum  which  we wanted to visit and write about.  More about this tomorrow.