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Our top choices for California Desert resorts

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1. Parker Palm Springs

Parker Palm Springs
5.0 star property
Palm Springs
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (363 reviews)
"Absolutely love this place."
United States
dana
The price is AU$563
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Parker Palm Springs
Pool

2. Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, Indian Wells

Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, Indian Wells
4.0 star property
Montelena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Vanessa
The price is AU$381
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, Indian Wells
Outdoor dining

3. Carter Estate Winery and Resort

Carter Estate Winery and Resort
4.0 star property
Valle De Los Caballos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Quiet and secluded with great atmosphere and beautiful accommodations."
United States
Jennifer
The price is AU$330
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Carter Estate Winery and Resort
Bar (on property)

4. La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton

La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton
5.0 star property
La Quinta
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Allen
The price is AU$402
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton
Pool

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Golf Resort Palm Springs

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Golf Resort Palm Springs
4.0 star property
Cathedral City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,012 reviews)
"Great stay! Only stayed one night but the property was clean, our room was clean and stocked up on everything!"
United States
Alyseanna
The price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Golf Resort Palm Springs
Pool

6. Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas

Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
5.0 star property
Montelena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,158 reviews)
"Great place for a min vacation. Clean hotel"
United States
Priscilla
The price is AU$551
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
Exterior

7. Hilton Palm Springs Resort

Hilton Palm Springs Resort
4.0 star property
Downtown Palm Springs
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,034 reviews)
"Location was excellent. Staff very friendly"
United States
Alisa
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Hilton Palm Springs Resort
Front of property

8. Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage

Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage
4.0 star property
Rancho Mirage
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Michelle
The price is AU$408
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage
Pool

9. Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Rancho Mirage
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,107 reviews)
"Great place to stay with kids."
United States
Kimberly
The price is AU$427
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
Pool

10. Indian Wells Resort Hotel

Indian Wells Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Montelena
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,997 reviews)
"Good staying"
United States
Jose
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
Pool

11. The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa

The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Rancho Mirage
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,287 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Erika
The price is AU$239
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa
Exterior

12. JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
Palm Desert
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,191 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay."
United States
Nina
The price is AU$428
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
View from property

13. The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage

The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage
5.0 star property
Rancho Mirage
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"I love this hotel"
United States
Monika
The price is AU$834
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage
Terrace/patio

14. The Saguaro Palm Springs

The Saguaro Palm Springs
3.5 star property
Sonora Sunrise
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,455 reviews)
"one of my favorite hotels to stay at in Palm Springs due to the clean rooms, friendly staff and amazing restaurant with the best happy hour menu to enjoy a quick and easy stay while in town."
United States
Brandon
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
The Saguaro Palm Springs
Property grounds

15. L'Horizon Resort & Spa, Hermann Bungalows

L'Horizon Resort & Spa, Hermann Bungalows
5.0 star property
Twin Palms
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (674 reviews)
"Love the place. Staff were great . Good environment"
United States
Juan
The price is AU$464
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
L'Horizon Resort & Spa, Hermann Bungalows
Property grounds

16. Relax at Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II: Cozy Studio, Golf & Resort Bliss!

Relax at Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II: Cozy Studio, Golf & Resort Bliss!
Palm Desert
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (306 reviews)
"Clean room good front desk service"
United States
Shaheen
The price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Relax at Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II: Cozy Studio, Golf & Resort Bliss!
Outdoor dining

17. The Country Club Experience in Palm Desert

The Country Club Experience in Palm Desert
Palm Desert
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"The host was responsive and helpful. The condo was very clean and comfortable. "
United States
Patricia B.
The price is AU$852
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
The Country Club Experience in Palm Desert
Property grounds

18. Stylish upstairs villa overlooking the pool

Stylish upstairs villa overlooking the pool
Cathedral City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Great property! Clean, well appointed, very spacious. Will was a very kind and gracious host and gave excellent suggestion for what to do and where to eat. Would absolutely stay at this property again!"
United States
Danielle S.
The price is AU$452
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Stylish upstairs villa overlooking the pool
Pool

19. Escape to the Beauty of Palm Desert- Marriott's Shadow Ridge Villages- 1 Bd

Escape to the Beauty of Palm Desert- Marriott's Shadow Ridge Villages- 1 Bd
Palm Desert
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (14 reviews)
"Don't no the host it was a great one bedroom suite with a small kitchenette. View of one of the Graff greens very nice place to stay."
United States
Lance A.
The price is AU$297
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Escape to the Beauty of Palm Desert- Marriott's Shadow Ridge Villages- 1 Bd
Exterior

20. Carrington Cottage @ 420 Shiloh LGBTA Pet friendly Sanctuary with Soul

Carrington Cottage @ 420 Shiloh LGBTA Pet friendly Sanctuary with Soul
Tahquitz River Estates
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Quiet private stayGreat locationBeautiful view of mountainsFriendly and gracious hostHighly recommend"
United States
Richard J.
The price is AU$419
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Carrington Cottage @ 420 Shiloh LGBTA Pet friendly Sanctuary with Soul
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Signature Temecula

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California Desert Resort information

Number of reviews
6,796
Accommodation
28 Resort
Lowest Price
AU$117
Highest Price
AU$834

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