You can go a couple of different routes here (I was going to say "ways" there, but it is Palm Springs and that could be interpreted differently!).
If looking for a true PS experience, try to stay as close to downtown PS as possible and not in a chain type place. Lots of cool, boutique hotels to chose from. Some of my favorites are Avalon, Arrive, L'Horizon.
Other options would be the Resort route. Lots to chose from here as well. I would normally offer you an Aggie discount rate here at my resort, but A) We will be jammed packed with kids/families B) This is a very busy weekend and I cant offer big discounts. I would really consider La Quinta Resort if you chose a resort.
A few places that fall in between are the Ritz and Riviera, for different reasons.
And there are lots of things to do when you are here, but it will be HOT during the day. Probably low 100's. Should still be warm in the evenings, but not too bad. Last year it hit 124 in mid June...
Some of my top recs while here are: Joshua Tree, Modernism Tour, Arial Tram, BMW Driving School and shopping on El Paseo.
As one poster mentioned, the outlet mall nearby is worth the trip. Has your basic stores, plus all major designers like Gucci, Boss, etc. Great for all ages/sexes.
Hope this helps. Shoot me an email if you have any more questions.
rmcleroy at omnihotels dot com
"Cal (9-3) vs. Texas A&M (9-3). On the list of rare sights in Southern California, a team running the option -- as the Aggies like to do with QB Stephen McGee -- ranks right up there with real breasts and 12 inches of snow." Stewart Mandel CNNSI
