43 bhgrecollection.com | 42 | THE DISTINCTIVE LIFE® Volume 14 TRAVEL From swanky bungalows in Palm Springs (arguably the mid-century modern capital of the U.S. ) to curvilinear high-rise hotels in Washington, D.C. (where, thankfully, good design helped erase a scandalous past), options for immersing yourself in the ‘golden age’ of style abound. Here are six amazing mid-century modern hotels in the U.S. L’HORIZON RESORT & SPA PALM SPRINGS, CA William F. Cody, an influential desert architect working in Palm Springs during the peak of the mid-century modern movement, designed L’Horizon Resort & Spa in 1952. In its heyday, the resort, composed of 25 bungalows, drew celebrities like Betty Grable and Marilyn Monroe into its fold. Today, architecture enthusiasts, mid-century modern design buffs, and travelers alike recognize L’Horizon as one of California's most exceptional examples of modern design. The already stylish resort received a luxurious facelift in our modern age from a multimillion-dollar renovation that brought new, cozy cabanas to the pool area and Le Labo bath products and Frette linens to the guest rooms. L’Horizon is an architecturally special desert oasis tucked discreetly into the heart of Palm Canyon Drive, the place to be in Palm Springs. HOTEL VALLEY HO SCOTTSDALE, AZ Hotel Valley Ho is a mid-century modern gem offering a splash of color and cool design in the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona. Built in 1956, the anything-but-boring hotel quickly became a playground for stars like Zsa Zsa Gabor, Bing Crosby, and Tony Curtis, who wanted to indulge in a desert getaway without attracting the paparazzi. While Hotel Valley Ho fell into disrepair after the death of its original owner, Rober Foehl, in 1973, it underwent a transformation and re-opened in 2005 to renewed acclaim. Hotel Valley Ho is a fun and memorable alternative to chain hotels in downtown Scottsdale. It offers many great amenities for those who want to step back in time, such as a palm-covered pool and an on-site restaurant serving classic cocktails. Hotel Valley Ho even has a spa offering services like hot stone massages and antioxidant facials, perfect for a day of pampering.
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