Palm Desert, CA

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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.
Aerial view of Fan Palms growing along the San Andreas fault in the Indio Badlands
A gazebo with a white fence and a bench in a park.

Where to stay in Palm Desert

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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."
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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 The Shops at Palm Desert.

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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.

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
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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
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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 ...
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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
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The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

4 out of 5
75 Willow Ridge Palm Desert CA
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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
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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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Things to do

Palm Springs & Joshua Tree NP Driving Audio Tours Bundle

Palm Springs & Joshua Tree NP Driving Audio Tours Bundle

$25
per traveler
80% of travellers recommend
Palm Springs & Joshua Tree NP Driving Audio Tours Bundle
Drag Brunch at the Hyatt Palm Springs

Drag Brunch at the Hyatt Palm Springs

$49
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Drag Brunch at the Hyatt Palm Springs
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Palm Springs - Private Photoshoot with a Top Local Photographer

$325
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Palm Springs - Private Photoshoot with a Top Local Photographer
The Legends & Icons Tour of Palm Springs

The Legends & Icons Tour of Palm Springs

$140
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Legends & Icons Tour of Palm Springs
Restore yourself with the healing sounds and vibrations of crystal bowls with a professional sound therapist.

Restorative Soundbath in Palm Springs

$65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Restorative Soundbath in Palm Springs
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$125
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80% of travellers recommend
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Cities near Palm Desert

A mountainous landscape with a town nestled at its base.

Indio

A geothermal area with steam vents and a lake surrounded by mountains.

Desert Hot Springs

An outdoor patio with string lights, tables, chairs, a fireplace, and palm trees.

Rancho Mirage

A coastal town with a mountain range, a beach, and a golf course.

Bermuda Dunes