Palm Desert, CA

Travel Guide

A desert landscape with tall palm trees and a mountain range under a blue sky with clouds.
An outdoor patio with string lights, tables, chairs, a fireplace, and palm trees.
A golf course with water features and residential areas.
A gazebo with a white fence and a bench in a park.
A sign for 'The Shops on El Paseo' with a prominent 'EP' logo.

Where to stay in Palm Desert

Find the best Palm Desert areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Cahuilla Hills

Cahuilla Hills might not have many top sights, but Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and The Shops at Palm Desert are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A pool surrounded by palm trees and a building with a sign that reads "Land of Dreams."
Photo by Bob Cummins
Open Photo by Bob Cummins

El Paseo Village

If you're spending some time in El Paseo Village, El Paseo Shopping District and The Gardens on El Paseo are top sights worth seeing.

A desert landscape with palm trees and a mountain range in the background.

South Palm Desert

If you're spending some time in South Palm Desert, El Paseo Shopping District and The Gardens on El Paseo are top sights worth seeing.

A rocky landscape with a small body of water, palm trees, and a few animals.

Bighorn

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bighorn and surrounding area, you can visit Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and El Paseo Shopping District.

A desert landscape with Joshua trees and large rock formations.

Silver Spur Ranch

Though Silver Spur Ranch might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and The Gardens on El Paseo.

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
74-855 Country Club Drive Palm Desert CA
The price is SAR 1,048 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
SAR 1,048
SAR 1,391 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Palm Desert. Enjoy 5 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 8 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,150 reviews)
"If you go weekdays a lot of things not open early and no activities only weekends. Pool area no service and close early."

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II

3.5 out of 5
1091 Pinehurst Ln Palm Desert CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 507 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
SAR 507
SAR 579 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Palm Desert. Enjoy free WiFi, 7 outdoor pools, and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,407 reviews)
"They never came to clean up or gives us towels very bad service other than that it was good!"

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

4 out of 5
75 Willow Ridge Palm Desert CA
The price is SAR 672 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
SAR 672
SAR 768 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Palm Desert. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,550 reviews)
"We loved everything about this hotel. The staff was so friendly and accommodating and they went out of their way to be helpful. The room was spotless and the bed and bedding was were the most comfortable I’ve ever experienced. Five stars all the way!"

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
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Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II

3.5 out of 5
1091 Pinehurst Ln Palm Desert CA
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Palm Desert. Enjoy free WiFi, 7 outdoor pools, and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,407 reviews)
"They never came to clean up or gives us towels very bad service other than that it was good!"

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

4 out of 5
75 Willow Ridge Palm Desert CA
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Palm Desert. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,550 reviews)
"We loved everything about this hotel. The staff was so friendly and accommodating and they went out of their way to be helpful. The room was spotless and the bed and bedding was were the most comfortable I’ve ever experienced. Five stars all the way!"

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages

Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages

3.5 out of 5
9003 Shadow Ridge Road Palm Desert CA
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Palm Desert. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Palm Desert attractions

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Desert Willow Golf Resort

8.8/10 (424 reviews)
Enjoy a round of golf in Palm Desert at Desert Willow Golf Resort. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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