Reviews
I stayed at Gretchen’s when I was in between homes and it really felt like a home away from home for me. The space had everything I needed and the location was really convenient to get to downtown Palm Springs or the surrounding cities. Gretchen was incredibly approachable and was always responsive and helpful whenever I had questions. I wish time could’ve let me stay longer because I was so comfortable. Def an amazing place to stay!!!
— ALEXANDRA, SEPTEMBER 2026
Very peaceful and beautiful location. Loved the pool and how walkable it is. Loved the decor inside and the layout. The bed was very comfortable as well. Host was very nice and friendly and so responsive. Would definitely book again!
— NYA, JUNE 2026
I stayed here for two months while recovering from a broken leg, and it was the perfect place to heal and regroup. A wonderful small 5-unit boutique Airbnb with an artsy, creative atmosphere and really lovely renters. Super clean, stylish, central, and peaceful. Gretchen was incredibly accessible, responsive, and helpful throughout my stay. I truly felt cared for here and will absolutely come back again!
— MARGARET, APRIL 2026
“Wonderful property, good location, very responsive host! The amenities including the heated pool are great. Melrose Place configuration, without the drama, Ha!”
— james, february 2022
"My two month stay at The Amado was an absolute delight. The property is hands down adorable and apartment 2 met all of my needs and was very comfortable. The other guests were all friendly and courteous. Gretchen is a great host; attentive and accommodating. I would not hesitate to stay here again.”
— Karen, february 2022
"Our stay was fantastic! Gretchen is amazing and gives a very thorough guide for the property, amenities, and check-in/check-out prior to arrival. The property is beautiful and couldn't be in a better location.”
— jodi, july 2021
"The Amado is the perfect little spot to getaway and recharge. Gretchen made me feel at home before I arrived and was very responsive and helpful throughout my stay. The apartment itself is incredible and had everything I needed for my month stay. I'll definitely be back!”
— salima, july 2021
"You couldn’t ask for a better place to stay for a week or 3 months. All the comforts of home of home had a perfectly curated desert vibe. 🧡”
— dachelle, june 2021
"This is a great place. Very comfortable and centrally located. This was our second time staying here and we’ll be back again.”
— Tomory, january 2018
"I have had this property on my travel wish list for a while and I am so happy that we finally got to stay at the Amado. The entire property is beautiful and I did not want to leave. It's got a swimming pool, fire pit, lounge chairs, tables, BBQ grill, parking, etc. We stayed in Unit 2 and it was awesome.”
— Misty, january 2018
Gretchen was an excellent host. She was communicative, responsive, flexible and upbeat. The place was ADORABLE. We loved the total Palm Springs vibe with the decor and pool. Laundry facility was easy and free, pool was right there and our dogs loved it as much as we did!!
— HELENE, AUGUST 2026
We were lucky enough to book this as there was a cancelation. The location is great! Close to downtown PS and tons of restaurants. It was quiet and looking out onto the pool and seeing the top part of the mountains was fantastic. A great little property I would highly recommend.
— LINWOOD, APRIL 2026
"If AirBnB has a mentor program for their hosts, I’m sure Gretchen is at the top of the list. It’s obvious she’s an experienced and talented host given her attention to details ensuring a relaxing and positive stay for guests. My first impression of the space: Iconic Palm Springs. From the orange front door to the overall architecture and the beautiful big pool - you just know you’re in PS. But it’s the small details that matter. All I needed to do was unpack and start enjoying the sun. Gretchen has included everything you need including high quality products in the bathroom. The rooms are designed so that they’re totally functional and EASY to maintain. Bed was comfortable and WiFi was adequate. Communication with Gretchen and her team was fast and always positive. I really appreciate a host who checks in with you to make sure you have everything. And Gretchen went beyond that with a very cool surprise. Location - great. I like to cycle so I rented a bike from Bikes PS and cycled to downtown and enjoyed the huge selection of restaurants and some shopping. I also found an inexpensive but good spa - Raphael’s - for a strong 90 minutes sports massage. Ask for Kevin - he was awesome. Morning coffee - Koffi. Try the matcha soy latte. I also walked most mornings and enjoyed the surrounding neighborhoods. Met fellow walkers and everyone was very friendly; as were the other guests at the AirBnB. In sum - a great AirBnB experience in beautiful PS.”
— glynn, august 2021
"We had a fantastic 5 week stay at The Amado! This was the perfect getaway to disconnect and relax by the pool. The AC was very strong, the pool was clean, and the location was unbeatable. Gretchen and her team were excellent with communication, always getting back to us promptly if we needed anything at all. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone looking for a temporary home or extended vacation!”
— allison, august 2021
"If you haven't been to The Amado, you don't know what you're missing out on - it's a beautiful property, clean, quiet, and private - which are all big pluses in my book! The units are lovely, and stocked with everything you'll need for your stay - and if you need anything additional, the grocery store/pharmacy is literally 5 minutes away. Gretchen & team have been an absolute joy to work with - super communicative and all-around good humans! If you're looking for super cool hosts and an awesome place to stay while in Palm Springs, I would highly recommend checking this property out, it will quickly become one of your favourites :) ”
— lily, august 2021
"My travel partner and I came down for a quick weekend getaway and were very pleased to have chosen The Amado! Her property was a good example of unique Palm Springs architecture and we loved how she provided retro furniture/decor pieces and informative coffee table books of that era. Given the great location-ability to zip to downtown, grocery store, and drugstore- it was an exceptional value for us at the time we booked! We particularly loved the shower and the dispenser of body wash, shampoo conditioner and the thick towels!”