You spent all of your time trying to score the coveted tickets to see Kanye, the Strokes, Arcade Fire and Kings of Leon rock the stage at Coachella. It took up so much of your energy that you totally forgot to book a hotel. Oops.
It's really late to get a room; most places have sold out, even budget options like La Quinta. So you'll have to pay for your tardiness. Here are some last-minute options for you music fans. Book 'em now or risk spending the festival camping out in your car.]]>
It's only April, but the season of outdoor music festivals will kick off next weekend with Coachella, taking place outside of Palm Springs in an area which arguably endures summer all year long. If you're planning on driving out to the middle of nowhere to party amongst the people, hopefully you've already got your lodging figured out.
If last-minute is your style, however, we'll save you from having to crash in a van like the one above by listing what we think are the Five Best Hotels for Coachella, in order of proximity to the center of the action. ]]>