Palm Desert, CA
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Where to stay in Palm Desert
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.
Cahuilla Hills
Cahuilla Hills might not have many top sights, but Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and El Paseo Shopping District are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
Park Palms
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Park Palms and surrounding area, you can visit Palm Desert Aquatic Center and Desert Willow Golf Resort.
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.
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
Everything looked clean around the property but we found a large cockroach in our room located on the 4th floor on the first night. It ran under the bed before we could catch it. It was the only one and we didn’t see it again for the rest of our stay. It is the desert so it’s to be expected, but ...
Reviewed on 10 April 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Palm Desert
I am writing to formally request a full refund for our recent stay at your property, as the conditions were unacceptable and far below the standards expected of an Embassy Suites hotel. During our stay, we experienced multiple serious issues: No towels were available at the pool on several occasions. ...
Reviewed on 10 April 2026
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
The hotel is beautiful but under staffed. 45 min to check in. 90 min to get room service. No chairs at pool. So crowded.
Reviewed on 10 April 2026
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
Everything looked clean around the property but we found a large cockroach in our room located on the 4th floor on the first night. It ran under the bed before we could catch it. It was the only one and we didn’t see it again for the rest of our stay. It is the desert so it’s to be expected, but ...
Reviewed on 10 April 2026
Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages
Great hotel for families because they have so many activities and pools. The restaurants were also great.
Reviewed on 6 April 2026
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Excellent property. Very clean and well-maintained. Exactly as pictured.
Reviewed on 9 April 2026
Popular places to visit
Desert Willow Golf Resort
Enjoy a round of golf in Palm Desert at Desert Willow Golf Resort. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Marriott's Shadow Ridge Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Palm Desert at Marriott's Shadow Ridge Golf Club. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
The Gardens on El Paseo
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Gardens on El Paseo during your stay in Palm Desert. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Palm Desert Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Palm Desert at Palm Desert Country Club. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
McCallum Theatre
You can enjoy a show at McCallum Theatre during your trip to Palm Desert. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Palm Desert Aquatic Center
Bring the kiddos to Palm Desert Aquatic Center and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Palm Desert. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
