Palm Desert Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Palm Desert

Where to stay in Palm Desert

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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.

South Palm Desert
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El Paseo Village

While visiting El Paseo Village, you might make a stop by sights like El Paseo Shopping District and The Gardens on El Paseo.

El Paseo Village
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Bighorn

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

Bighorn
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Cahuilla Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Cahuilla Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Palm Desert Cross and Living Desert Zoo and Gardens.

Cahuilla Hills
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Silver Spur Ranch

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Silver Spur Ranch and surrounding area, you can visit Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and The Gardens on El Paseo.

Silver Spur Ranch
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Park Palms

When in Park Palms, you can plan a visit to Palm Desert Aquatic Center and Desert Willow Golf Resort, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Park Palms
Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG

2.5 out of 5
74675 Highway 111 Palm Desert CA
The price is 2.447.109 ₫ per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
2.447.109 ₫
2.789.704 ₫ total
14 Jun - 15 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Palm Desert. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Check in was smooth, plenty of parking. Beds were comfortable and air conditioning worked very well! The pool was clean. Breakfast was good and filling."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

4 out of 5
75 Willow Ridge Palm Desert CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 4.227.183 ₫ per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
4.227.183 ₫
4.827.232 ₫ total
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Palm Desert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,446 reviews)
"Awesome stay!"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
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 6.683.502 ₫ per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
6.683.502 ₫
8.999.309 ₫ total
14 Jun - 15 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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 in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,110 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Service was excellent."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
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.
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

4 out of 5
75 Willow Ridge Palm Desert CA
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Palm Desert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,446 reviews)
"Awesome stay!"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

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

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II

3.5 out of 5
1091 Pinehurst Ln Palm Desert CA
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Palm Desert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 7 outdoor pools and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,347 reviews)
"This is a timeshare and the amenities are not available for for or just not available like it says. The JW Marriott doesn’t connect and there is no real access to restaurants at property."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
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
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Palm Desert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,887 reviews)
"Every thing was exactly like it was presented. I love sitting on the balcony looking over the golf course. It was wonderful."

Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages
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.

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