Club Intrawest - Palm Desert is an upscale, gated condominium resort nestled at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, near a mall and a few restaurants. The time-share property is adjacent to the Desert Willow Golf Resort and near several other courses, making it suited to golfers, but non-golfers can still appreciate its quiet desert mountain views, gorgeously manicured grounds, picturesque walking trails, and abundant activities, including basketball, tennis, bicycling, yoga, and hiking. The extensive amenities even include a movie theater, but there is no restaurant, though each of the large apartment-style rentals has its own full kitchen. There are four different pool areas with hot tubs, including an adult-only pool. Travelers might also want to consider the nearby (and more affordable) Westin Desert Willow Villas, which is also a time-share property with one- and two-bedroom villas.
Club Intrawest - Palm Desert is an upscale, gated condominium resort nestled at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, near a mall and a few restaurants. The time-share property is adjacent to the Desert Willow Golf Resort and near several other courses, making it suited to golfers, but non-golfers can still appreciate its quiet desert mountain views, gorgeously manicured grounds, picturesque walking trails, and abundant activities, including basketball, tennis, bicycling, yoga, and hiking. The extensive amenities even include a movie theater, but there is no restaurant, though each of the large apartment-style rentals has its own full kitchen. There are four different pool areas with hot tubs, including an adult-only pool. Travelers might also want to consider the nearby (and more affordable) Westin Desert Willow Villas, which is also a time-share property with one- and two-bedroom villas.
The mid-range Homewood Suites by Hilton Palm Desert offers all the amenities that many travelers find attractive in the chain, plus a convenient location just off Interstate 10 near many golf courses. The free full breakfast buffet and weekday manager’s reception with free food and drinks boosts its overall value. Other highlights include a fitness center, putting green, and outdoor pool/whirlpool, but the fitness center and pool are rather small. Its 128 suites are modern, spacious, and cheerfully decorated in bright colors. However, noise can be an issue and rooms do feel dim. They feature kitchens with dishwashers, stove tops, and full-size fridges. Rates are attractive for all that’s offered, but another nearby option with comparable amenities and rates is the Hampton Inn & Suites Palm Desert.
The mid-range Homewood Suites by Hilton Palm Desert offers all the amenities that many travelers find attractive in the chain, plus a convenient location just off Interstate 10 near many golf courses. The free full breakfast buffet and weekday manager’s reception with free food and drinks boosts its overall value. Other highlights include a fitness center, putting green, and outdoor pool/whirlpool, but the fitness center and pool are rather small. Its 128 suites are modern, spacious, and cheerfully decorated in bright colors. However, noise can be an issue and rooms do feel dim. They feature kitchens with dishwashers, stove tops, and full-size fridges. Rates are attractive for all that’s offered, but another nearby option with comparable amenities and rates is the Hampton Inn & Suites Palm Desert.
The 88-room, budget Hampton Inn & Suites is a strong choice for travelers looking for affordable rates in the Palm Desert area. Not far from the I-10, the hotel is a short drive away from the area's top-tier golf courses, tennis courts, and hiking trails. Rooms have separate living spaces and kitchenettes outfitted with microwaves, coffeemakers, and mini-fridges. Suites add more floor space and sofa beds. Guests also get free Wi-Fi and breakfast, and the outdoor pool provides a pleasant place to take a dip. Travelers hunting for budget lodging in the Palm Desert area could also consider the Homewood Suites, which has comparable amenities and room rates.
The 88-room, budget Hampton Inn & Suites is a strong choice for travelers looking for affordable rates in the Palm Desert area. Not far from the I-10, the hotel is a short drive away from the area's top-tier golf courses, tennis courts, and hiking trails. Rooms have separate living spaces and kitchenettes outfitted with microwaves, coffeemakers, and mini-fridges. Suites add more floor space and sofa beds. Guests also get free Wi-Fi and breakfast, and the outdoor pool provides a pleasant place to take a dip. Travelers hunting for budget lodging in the Palm Desert area could also consider the Homewood Suites, which has comparable amenities and room rates.
Desert Breezes is a time-share gated community with family homes mixed in. The resort is a bit generic in appearance but has tons of special features: a tech-equipped board room, a lounge with TV and games, a library, well-maintained tennis courts (guests must pay a fee to use them), and a putting green, to name a few. The rooms (studios, or one- or two-bedroom suites) come with well-equipped full kitchens. Some amenities go above and beyond -- like the three pools and 11 Jacuzzis.
Desert Breezes is a time-share gated community with family homes mixed in. The resort is a bit generic in appearance but has tons of special features: a tech-equipped board room, a lounge with TV and games, a library, well-maintained tennis courts (guests must pay a fee to use them), and a putting green, to name a few. The rooms (studios, or one- or two-bedroom suites) come with well-equipped full kitchens. Some amenities go above and beyond -- like the three pools and 11 Jacuzzis.
Opened in 1946, the mid-range Shadow Mountain Resort and Club has sections that retain their original mid-century style, some nicely modernized spaces, and a few worn spots. The 125 units range in size from studios to three-bedroom villas and most have queen or king beds and kitchens with stoves, microwaves, and coffeemakers. Free Wi-Fi is available in some rooms, but not all. Amenities at the resort are plentiful, including four pools, 16 tennis courts, and two restaurants. Business and fitness centers are also available. Travelers looking for similar amenities at a comparable price could also consider the Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II.
Opened in 1946, the mid-range Shadow Mountain Resort and Club has sections that retain their original mid-century style, some nicely modernized spaces, and a few worn spots. The 125 units range in size from studios to three-bedroom villas and most have queen or king beds and kitchens with stoves, microwaves, and coffeemakers. Free Wi-Fi is available in some rooms, but not all. Amenities at the resort are plentiful, including four pools, 16 tennis courts, and two restaurants. Business and fitness centers are also available. Travelers looking for similar amenities at a comparable price could also consider the Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Marriott’s Desert Springs Villas II is a solid option for travelers seeking residential-style accommodations in a resort setting. Both vacationing families and business travelers attending conferences at the nearby J.W. Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa stay at the Villas, which provides shuttle service between the two properties. The 402 guest rooms and villas are attractive and spacious, but not upscale, with kitchens and private patios/balconies offering lovely views. Highlights include several pools, and there's an on-site recreation center with activities for children and adults, but there's no elevator to second-floor guest rooms, and the on-site restaurant only serves lunch. Travelers looking for a luxurious stay can consider the nearby Ritz-Carlton Rancho Mirage.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Marriott’s Desert Springs Villas II is a solid option for travelers seeking residential-style accommodations in a resort setting. Both vacationing families and business travelers attending conferences at the nearby J.W. Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa stay at the Villas, which provides shuttle service between the two properties. The 402 guest rooms and villas are attractive and spacious, but not upscale, with kitchens and private patios/balconies offering lovely views. Highlights include several pools, and there's an on-site recreation center with activities for children and adults, but there's no elevator to second-floor guest rooms, and the on-site restaurant only serves lunch. Travelers looking for a luxurious stay can consider the nearby Ritz-Carlton Rancho Mirage.
The 198-unit, upscale Westin Desert Willow Villas is a time-share outpost of the Starwood chain. Set in Palm Desert, a 20-minute drive from downtown Palm Springs, the Westin embraces its Sonora desert environment with two massive pool areas and plenty of water-focused activities for all ages. The villas are modern, with full kitchens, showers with twin showerheads, and sofa beds. For cold desert evenings, there are outdoor fireplaces and heat lamps so guests can relax and appreciate the stars. Just be aware that there are no spa services, and dining options are limited -- many guests quickly tire of the casual grill restaurant, so come prepared to cook or drive for more variety.
The 198-unit, upscale Westin Desert Willow Villas is a time-share outpost of the Starwood chain. Set in Palm Desert, a 20-minute drive from downtown Palm Springs, the Westin embraces its Sonora desert environment with two massive pool areas and plenty of water-focused activities for all ages. The villas are modern, with full kitchens, showers with twin showerheads, and sofa beds. For cold desert evenings, there are outdoor fireplaces and heat lamps so guests can relax and appreciate the stars. Just be aware that there are no spa services, and dining options are limited -- many guests quickly tire of the casual grill restaurant, so come prepared to cook or drive for more variety.
The upscale JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa looks and feels like a resort oasis (complete with flamingos and a moat) in the middle of the desert. The sprawling property, with gondola rides in the lobby, four outdoor pools, six restaurants, a full spa, and two championship golf courses, is one of the largest in the Palm Springs area. It houses almost 900 rooms in several wings, so guests can choose if they prefer to sleep closer to the spa or pools. The decor is desert contemporary, though some rooms are still undergoing renovations as of 2019 (so was the lobby Starbucks). This place is bustling with both families and business travelers adding to the cacophony of screeching caged birds in the soaring lobby. For something more chic, quiet, and directly downtown, check rates at the Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs.
The upscale JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa looks and feels like a resort oasis (complete with flamingos and a moat) in the middle of the desert. The sprawling property, with gondola rides in the lobby, four outdoor pools, six restaurants, a full spa, and two championship golf courses, is one of the largest in the Palm Springs area. It houses almost 900 rooms in several wings, so guests can choose if they prefer to sleep closer to the spa or pools. The decor is desert contemporary, though some rooms are still undergoing renovations as of 2019 (so was the lobby Starbucks). This place is bustling with both families and business travelers adding to the cacophony of screeching caged birds in the soaring lobby. For something more chic, quiet, and directly downtown, check rates at the Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs.
