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Shadow Mountain Resort

3.5 star property
Resort with 5 hot tubs, a quick walk to El Paseo Shopping District

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Gym

Room options

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  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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  • 130 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
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  • 102 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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  • 84 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
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  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
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Condo, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

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  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

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45750 San Luis Rey Ave, Palm Desert, CA, 92260

What's nearby

  • El Paseo Shopping District - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Living Desert Zoo and Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • McCallum Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Palm Desert Aquatic Center - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Desert Willow Golf Resort - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 25 min drive
  • Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Real Italian Deli - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Restaurant, Bar & Store - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Luna Grill Palm Desert - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Shadow Mountain Resort

Resort near El Paseo Shopping District
Located close to McCallum Theatre and Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, Shadow Mountain Resort provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the 5 hot tubs. The on-site restaurant, Delish Bistro + Bar, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and a poolside location. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), tennis courts, and express check-out
  • Free newspapers, a front-desk safe, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the first-rate property condition
Room features
All 125 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free newspapers.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers, and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Dial-up internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 12 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Delish Bistro + Bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 5 hot tubs
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Tennis
  • Tennis lessons

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from June 2 to September 30:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 20 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM

Property is also known as

Mountain Shadow Resort
Shadow Mountain Palm Desert
Shadow Mountain Resort
Shadow Mountain Resort Palm Desert
Shadow Resort
Shadow Mountain Hotel
Shadow Mountain Resort And Club Hotel Palm Desert
Shadow Mountain
Shadow Mountain Resort Resort
Shadow Mountain Resort Palm Desert
Shadow Mountain Resort Resort Palm Desert

Frequently asked questions

Does Shadow Mountain Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8 AM–10 PM.

Is Shadow Mountain Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shadow Mountain Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shadow Mountain Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Shadow Mountain Resort?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Shadow Mountain Resort located?

Situated in Palm Desert, this golf resort is within 2 mi (3 km) of El Paseo Shopping District, Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, and McCallum Theatre. Palm Desert Aquatic Center and Indian Wells Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Shadow Mountain Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 402 out of 786 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 786 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 786 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 786 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 786 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for Coachella and enjoyed how close it was to the shuttle stop.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

chantel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property and efficient customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mbeke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We arrived well past the established check in hours, but they made arrangements to accommodate us and check in ended up being very easy, even at 1AM.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room easuper nice, great shower and just what we needed. We could have used some soap, but never met up with the cleaning staff. It was a small thing. Best showers I've had in years!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ellie

They didn’t have body soap or shampoo. This is something that you would have to bring yourself.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is on our favorites list Great front office assistance. We will return soon
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing newly renovated corner room with 180 degree view of pool and mountains! Huge rap around patio. Less than a mile to restaurants on El Paseo.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Shawdow Mountain Studio

Staff were excellant. Room was spacious. Rooms are ready for a make over.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the Resort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

beatriz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time there, customer services was great. Restaurant inside the property was amazing. The villa we stayed was beautiful and clean. I will recommend this place to everybody and i will continue to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

william

Disliked: Staff & service
Shadow Mountain is one of the older developments in Palm Desert, dating originally from 1946. Its main pool is an iconic landmark and much of resort space is devoted to tennis courts. Its location adjacent to El Paseo is great, so all the best shopping and dining is just a walk away. Look very carefully at any unit you wish to rent as they are individually owned and the updates (or lack thereof) will be highly variable. We stayed in a Creekside unit which was well away from the tennis courts and was extremely quiet, but the unit itself was very dated. Functional, but old. I used the gym everyday and, despite mentioning it twice to staff, it was never cleaned during our stay. Small annoyances, balanced by a good location and easy navigation.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
It was built in 1946 and that shows. The heater/air conditioner was very noisy. The tennis courts were in good shape except for one.the weather was cold so we didnt use the large pool. The kitchen was too small in the studio unit.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always enjoy staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Young Doo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was so poor
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was a pleasant stay, friendly accommodating staff. Condo was quite dated, but clean. Furniture was not comfortable, bed was ok. Very good location in town, lots to do and a great pool on site.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chris at reception was friendly and welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The tennis program and the large central pool at Shadow Mountain are first rate. We stayed in a King Studio so I can't speak to the quality of the other types of accommodations, but I wouldn't recommend staying in our studio. It was reasonably clean, but it just wasn't comfortable. The mattress on the bed left my wife with a back ache, the couch and the outdoor furniture were not comfortable to sit on. I spent as much time as possible on a chaise at the pool area because those chairs were much more comfortable. Also, Expedia listed a sofa bed, but, while the coach could fold to a flat surface, there was o mattress.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is a little dated but overall conditions are clean and good. The pool restaurant was great and the owners were very accommodating and pleasant. We would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the safety and security aspect of the property. My children are safe and the convenience of having restaurants near by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Loved the tennis opportunities and other amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

marla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Such a fun place!

Great resort and super fun. The grounds are beautiful and perfect location
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The resort was nice and in a gated community which made it safer.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023