California Desert

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California Desert
Costa Mesa which includes art, a skyscraper and interior views
Palm Springs showing wild flowers
Palm Springs showing landscape views, a house and fishing
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway which includes hiking or walking as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in California Desert

Palm Springs Art Museum which includes interior views and art

Downtown Palm Springs

4.5/5(255 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Palm Springs is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Agua Caliente Casino and Agua Caliente Cultural Museum.

Downtown Palm Springs
Palm Springs which includes wildflowers

Baristo

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Baristo might not have many top sights, but Agua Caliente Casino and Agua Caliente Cultural Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Baristo
Palm Springs which includes wildflowers

Midtown

Though Midtown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Agua Caliente Casino and Agua Caliente Cultural Museum.

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Sunrise Park

While visiting Sunrise Park, you might make a stop by sights like Palm Springs Mall Shopping Center and Palm Springs Swim Center.

Sunrise Park
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Tahquitz River Estates

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Though Tahquitz River Estates might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium and Agua Caliente Cultural Museum.

Tahquitz River Estates
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Downtown Riverside

4/5(5 area reviews)

Travelers to Downtown Riverside praise its stunning river views. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Fox Performing Arts Center and Mount Rubidoux Park.

Downtown Riverside
V Palm Springs
V Palm Springs
4 out of 5
333 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA
The price is CA $123 per night from Mar. 18 to Mar. 19
CA $123
CA $189 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Palm Springs. Enjoy parking (surcharge), an in-room coffeemaker, and housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,063 reviews)
"Wasn't there long."

Reviewed on Feb. 18, 2025

V Palm Springs
Aqua Soleil Hotel & Mineral Water Spa
Aqua Soleil Hotel & Mineral Water Spa
3 out of 5
14500 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA
The price is CA $105 per night from Mar. 24 to Mar. 25
CA $105
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Desert Hot Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,721 reviews)
"Decent place for a short stay. Nice upgraded rooms, pools were warm and clean."

Reviewed on Feb. 19, 2025

Aqua Soleil Hotel & Mineral Water Spa
Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
3 out of 5
10625 Palm Dr, Desert Hot Springs, CA
The price is CA $166 per night from Mar. 16 to Mar. 17
CA $166
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Desert Hot Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,275 reviews)
"This was our second stay. We stayed in the suite that has huge bedroom with two king size beds, and living room with kitchenette. Rooms are a little dusty and outdated, but very spacious. Pool area is gorgeous, well maintained and clean. It was the main reason we have returned. Pools never felt too ..."

Reviewed on Feb. 20, 2025

Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
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Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis
Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis
3.5 out of 5
34567 Cathedral Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Cathedral City. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a golf course. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,309 reviews)
"The suite was a little dated but very clean and spacious. The room we had faced the golf course but also had the freeway close by which was very noisy. Overall it was very good value and I would recommend staying here."

Reviewed on Feb. 16, 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis
Marriott's Shadow Ridge
Marriott's Shadow Ridge
3.5 out of 5
9003 Shadow Ridge Road, Palm Desert, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified condo in Palm Desert. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,482 reviews)
"Stay was nice. Furnishings are a little dated. Food options are scarce. Otherwise, property was good. Golf course is very nice."

Reviewed on Feb. 16, 2025

Marriott's Shadow Ridge
7 Springs Inn & Suites
7 Springs Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
950 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Palm Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,669 reviews)
"When the man at the desk saw that I'm disabled, he immediately changed my room assignments to an ADA compliant room. I had forgotten to ask so I appreciated his attention to detail."

Reviewed on Feb. 17, 2025

7 Springs Inn & Suites
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Popular places to visit

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

4.5/5(165 reviews)

Glide over cliffs, wildlife and several vegetation zones as this glass-enclosed ride carries you up dramatic mountainsides.

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Palm Springs Convention Center

Palm Springs Convention Center

4/5(16 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Palm Springs Convention Center during your trip to Palm Springs. Discover the area's spas, or seek out its golf courses.

Palm Springs Convention Center
Palm Canyon

Palm Canyon

4.5/5(139 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Palm Canyon and enjoy the hiking trails in Palm Springs. Discover the desert landscapes in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its golf courses.

Palm Canyon
Indian Canyon which includes a gorge or canyon and landscape views

Indian Canyon

4.5/5(119 reviews)

Hike in the footsteps of the Agua Caliente band of Cahuilla Indians on ancient walking trails through cool, palm-dotted canyons and timeless rock formations.

Indian Canyon
Old Town Temecula Community Theater

Old Town Temecula Community Theater

4/5(1 review)

You can get tickets for a performance at Old Town Temecula Community Theater during your stay in Temecula. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its wineries.

Old Town Temecula Community Theater

Pechanga Resort & Casino

3/5(1 review)

Why not try your luck with a visit to Pechanga Resort & Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Temecula? Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Pechanga Resort & Casino

Things to do

Palm Springs Self Guided Driving Audio Tour

Palm Springs Architecture Tour – Self-Guided Drive

CA $22
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
Palm Springs Architecture Tour – Self-Guided Drive
Couples Healing Meditation

Desert Healing Experience

CA $248
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Desert Healing Experience
Palm Springs Celebrity Bike Tour

Palm Springs Celebrity Bike Tour

CA $211
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Palm Springs Celebrity Bike Tour
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Cities near California Desert

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Ontario showing night scenes and street scenes

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Indio

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