Palm Springs is one of those places where bringing your dog doesn’t feel like a compromise. Sunny mornings are made for walks, patios are part of the culture and there are plenty of places around town where four-legged guests are just as welcome as their humans.
And at La Casita, pets are part of the vacation too.
Check In & Settle Into Desert Time
Arrive at La Casita, unpack and let everyone settle in. Our pet-friendly Palm Springs vacation rental is tucked into a quiet corner of South Palm Springs beneath the San Jacinto Mountains—perfect for a slower stay with your favorite travel companion.
Pour yourself something cold, settle onto the private patio and let your pup get acquainted with their desert home away from home.
Start With a Morning Walk
Desert mornings are too good to sleep through.
Make coffee at La Casita, grab the leash and head out for a walk while the air is still cool. South Palm Springs is especially beautiful in the morning, when the light hits the mountains and the neighborhood is wonderfully quiet.
If your pup needs to burn off a little more energy, Sunrise Park has a dedicated dog park with separate areas for large and small dogs, shade and water fountains.
Then head back to La Casita for breakfast on the patio.
Wander Through Moorten Botanical Garden
For a quintessentially Palm Springs outing, head to Moorten Botanical Garden. This historic desert garden welcomes leashed dogs, so you can wander among cacti, succulents and desert plants together.
It’s an easy way to experience a little of Palm Springs’ desert landscape without committing to a long hike—and it’s especially convenient from La Casita in South Palm Springs.
Spoil Your Pup at Bones-N-Scones
Vacation treats shouldn’t only be for humans.
Make a stop at Bones-N-Scones, a locally loved Palm Springs pet shop filled with treats, toys and goodies for your pup. Pick up something special for later—or let them choose their own Palm Springs souvenir.
Lunch or Cocktails at Boozehounds
If there’s one stop we’d put on every dog-friendly Palm Springs itinerary, it’s Boozehounds.
This stylish Palm Springs restaurant and bar was practically made for people who want to bring their dogs along without sacrificing a great atmosphere. Grab a spot in the atrium or on the patio, order a cocktail and settle in for a meal while your pup joins the fun. They even offer special treats for four-legged guests.
It feels distinctly Palm Springs: great design, good drinks and absolutely no need to leave your best friend behind.
Take an Afternoon Siesta
By afternoon, take a cue from your dog and embrace the art of doing absolutely nothing.
Head back to La Casita, turn on the air conditioning and slow down for a while. Read, nap or simply relax before heading back out once the desert starts to cool.
Your pup will probably approve.
Stroll Downtown Palm Springs
As the sun gets lower, head downtown for a leisurely walk along Palm Canyon Drive. Browse the shops, stop for a drink on a dog-friendly patio or simply wander beneath the palms.
There doesn’t always need to be an itinerary. Sometimes the best Palm Springs afternoons are the ones where you see where the day takes you.
End the Night by the Fire
After a day of exploring, head home to La Casita, get comfortable and settle onto your private patio.
Cozy up around the fire pit, pour a glass of wine or make a cup of tea and enjoy the quiet of South Palm Springs beneath the desert sky—with your best friend curled up nearby.
Sometimes that’s the best part of the trip.
Bring Your Best Friend to Palm Springs
La Casita is a peaceful, pet-friendly Palm Springs vacation rental designed for couples, solo travelers and the pets who come along for the adventure.
Come for the sunshine, stay for the mountain views—and don’t forget the leash.
Ready for a dog-friendly desert escape? Request your stay at La Casita.