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Our top choices for South Palm Desert hotels

A modern house with a large white exterior, a covered outdoor area with two wooden chairs, and several potted plants.

1. Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott
4.0 star property
South Palm Desert
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room. Great location."
United States
Sandra
The price is NZ$466
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

2. Mojave Resort - Adults Only

Mojave Resort - Adults Only
2.0 star property
South Palm Desert
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (357 reviews)
"This was our second time staying here, I love it! Staff is friendly, the rooms were clean , and the pool is open 24hrs !"
United States
Karen
The price is NZ$286
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Mojave Resort - Adults Only
Two sports cars parked in a parking lot with palm trees and a building in the background.

3. Mod Palm Desert

Mod Palm Desert
2.0 star property
South Palm Desert
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (82 reviews)
"Great location and the bed was so comfortable!"
United States
Ana
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Mod Palm Desert
A courtyard with palm trees, a lawn, and a building with arched windows and a balcony.

4. Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG
2.5 star property
2 km from South Palm Desert
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,126 reviews)
"It was in a great location staff was friendly and check in was easy and quick loved everything about the property"
United States
Marie
The price is NZ$234
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple balconies, and a large wall mural.

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton Palm Desert

Embassy Suites by Hilton Palm Desert
3.5 star property
2.1 km from South Palm Desert
7.6 out of 10, Good, (2,108 reviews)
"We were only there 1 night, but breakfast was excellent, thank you"
United States
Bruce
The price is NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Embassy Suites by Hilton Palm Desert
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a kitchen in the background.

6. Best Western Plus Palm Desert Resort

Best Western Plus Palm Desert Resort
2.5 star property
2.1 km from South Palm Desert
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"This is my favorite place to stay!"
United States
Juan
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Best Western Plus Palm Desert Resort
A buffet with various food options including scrambled eggs, bacon, and pastries.

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rancho Mirage - Palm Spgs Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rancho Mirage - Palm Spgs Area by IHG
2.5 star property
4 km from South Palm Desert
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Very clean staff very friendly"
United States
Rylan
The price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rancho Mirage - Palm Spgs Area by IHG
A spacious hotel lobby with a long wooden reception desk, multiple seating areas, large windows, and potted plants.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Palm Springs - Rancho Mirage

Hilton Garden Inn Palm Springs - Rancho Mirage
3.0 star property
4.1 km from South Palm Desert
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,104 reviews)
"I would stay here again"
United States
Federico
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Palm Springs - Rancho Mirage
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a mirror.

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Palm Desert

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Palm Desert
2.5 star property
2.1 km from South Palm Desert
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Loved the location! It was clean and the staff was friendly"
United States
Susan
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Palm Desert
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

10. Inn at Deep Canyon

Inn at Deep Canyon
2.5 star property
1.7 km from South Palm Desert
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,138 reviews)
"Very quiet & peaceful, love how helpful staff is"
United States
Maria
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Inn at Deep Canyon
A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar, and a high ceiling with a chandelier.

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Palm Desert

Homewood Suites by Hilton Palm Desert
3.0 star property
7.4 km from South Palm Desert
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Love this place"
United States
Wuera
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton Palm Desert
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a stone fireplace.

12. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Palm Desert Coachella Valley

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Palm Desert Coachella Valley
3.0 star property
8.1 km from South Palm Desert
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean, easy access from freeway, plenty of parking, nice buffet breakfast with lots of choices, comfortable bed, staff was friendly and accomodating"
United States
Cyndi
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Palm Desert Coachella Valley
A circular pool with a central fountain, surrounded by a pebble bed and palm trees.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Palm Desert

Hampton Inn & Suites Palm Desert
2.5 star property
7.8 km from South Palm Desert
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay all ythe staff were courteous and professional and everything was great"
United States
Donald
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Palm Desert
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign and a well-lit entrance.

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Palm Desert - Millennium by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Palm Desert - Millennium by IHG
2.5 star property
8 km from South Palm Desert
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,835 reviews)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Betti
The price is NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Palm Desert - Millennium by IHG
A room with a white arched window, a pink sofa, two ottomans, and a small table with candles.

15. Sands Hotel and Spa

Sands Hotel and Spa
4.0 star property
3 km from South Palm Desert
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay, loved the staff, decor, comfort."
United States
Christine
The price is NZ$320
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Sands Hotel and Spa
An outdoor patio area with a barbecue grill, pool, and seating under a pergola.

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton La Quinta

Homewood Suites by Hilton La Quinta
3.0 star property
8.2 km from South Palm Desert
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,233 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Irwin
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Homewood Suites by Hilton La Quinta
A resort pool area with palm trees, a pool, and a building with a thatched roof.

17. Indian Wells Resort Hotel

Indian Wells Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
5.2 km from South Palm Desert
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (4,035 reviews)
"stayed here for about a week it was pretty nice."
United States
Tamoris Deshun
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Cathedral City

Hampton Inn & Suites Cathedral City
2.5 star property
10.5 km from South Palm Desert
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,213 reviews)
"Great rooms and good breakfast"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Cathedral City
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a small kitchenette.

19. Motel 6 Palm Desert, CA - Palm Springs Area

Motel 6 Palm Desert, CA - Palm Springs Area
2.0 star property
9.1 km from South Palm Desert
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,037 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff"
United States
Jorge
The price is NZ$105
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Motel 6 Palm Desert, CA - Palm Springs Area
An outdoor patio with a fire feature, wicker furniture, and a modern building with large windows.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott La Quinta

Residence Inn by Marriott La Quinta
3.0 star property
10.2 km from South Palm Desert
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great place to stay, very good value."
United States
JOSE
The price is NZ$306
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott La Quinta
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Our guide on where to stay in South Palm Desert

Find the best South Palm Desert areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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El Paseo Village

While visiting El Paseo Village, you might make a stop by sights like El Paseo Shopping District and The Gardens on El Paseo.

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 El Paseo Shopping District.

Cahuilla Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Cahuilla Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and El Paseo Shopping District.

A desert landscape with large boulders, yucca plants, and sparse shrubs.

Park Palms

When in Park Palms, you can plan a visit to Palm Desert Aquatic Center and Desert Willow Golf Resort, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Spanish Walk

Spanish Walk might not have many top sights, but Acrisure Arena and Classic Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top South Palm Desert Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in South Palm Desert

The Dunes Hotel

The Dunes Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Free parking! Coffee, granola bars and apples every morning. Easy walking distance to downtown. Nice pool and cabana area. It’s a slightly older property that feels like a retro motel, but it’s part of the Palm Springs experience"
Jennifer 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Dunes Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is South Palm Desert like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Palm Desert's South Palm Desert neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit El Paseo Shopping District and The Gardens on El Paseo as part of your South Palm Desert travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in South Palm Desert?
Based on our traveller data, Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott is one of the top choices for your stay in South Palm Desert. This hotel offers a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. Another good option for your stay in the area is Mod Palm Desert.
How many hotels will I find in the South Palm Desert area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Palm Desert, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 93 South Palm Desert hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Palm Desert, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in South Palm Desert.
What is there to do around this Palm Desert neighbourhood?
If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in South Palm Desert, consider El Paseo Shopping District or The Gardens on El Paseo, and pick out the perfect souvenir. A visit to Adagio Galleries is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Palms to Pines Plaza West Shopping Center, Arthur Newman Theatre and The Shops at Palm Desert are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Palm Desert. While you're out sightseeing in Palm Desert, make sure that you visit other sights such as Cahuilla Hills Park or Palm Desert Public Library.