South Palm Desert Travel Guide
Palm Desert
Visit South Palm Desert
Popular places to visit
The Gardens on El Paseo
You can enjoy retail therapy at The Gardens on El Paseo during your trip to Palm Desert. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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 desert landscapes and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Palm Desert Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Palm Desert at Palm Desert Country Club. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
McCallum Theatre
You can make plans for a show at McCallum Theatre on your trip to Palm Desert. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Palm Desert Aquatic Center
Bring your family to Palm Desert Aquatic Center and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Palm Desert. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Highlights of Palm Springs Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Palm Springs Celebrity Bike Tour
Palm Springs - Private Photoshoot with a Top Local Photographer
Joshua Tree Open Air Hummer Adventure
San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour (Greater Palm Springs)
San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Desert
Top hotels in South Palm Desert
Mod Palm Desert
Good for the price
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Palm Mountain Resort and Spa
Great location central and close to everything.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
Hot tub and pool a ok, the tile and up keep around the pool needs severe maintenance.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
This was hands down the best experience we've ever had in this area. It all kicked off at the front desk and Jeremy was the absolute best at representing the Hyatt brand. He was super professional, friendly, and knew everything about the property, including its history. Just everything you'd expect ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
It is in need of a lot of renovations. Carpet is gross, there was yellow liquid in our bath when we arrived and stains on the sheets. Overall met the need but wasn’t great. Pools were nice though. Ice machine was broken on our level and sink in our room was dirty.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The Dunes Hotel
It’s a nicely decorated property with lots of amenities. Lots of seating areas for gathering and very nice decor in surprise areas. Loved it!
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Palm Desert
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.
Silver Spur Ranch
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Silver Spur Ranch and surrounding area, you can visit Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and The Gardens on El Paseo.
Summit
Though Summit may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and El Paseo Shopping District.
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.
Cahuilla Hills
While there might not be top attractions in Cahuilla Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Palm Desert Cross and Living Desert Zoo and Gardens.
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.
