The Mesa Travel Guide
Palm Springs
Popular places to visit
Moorten Botanical Garden
Learn how one family’s love of desert plants became a Palm Springs horticultural institution.
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Glide over cliffs, wildlife and several vegetation zones as this glass-enclosed ride carries you up dramatic mountainsides.
Palm Springs Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Palm Springs Convention Center during your trip to Palm Springs. Discover the area's spas or seek out its golf courses.
Palm Canyon
Palm Canyon is just one of the places to see in Palm Springs, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the lively festivals in this family-friendly area or seek out the hiking trails.
Indian Canyon
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.
Palm Springs Art Museum
The story of the West and famous faces from the past all come alive at this Palm Springs institution.
Things to do
Highlights of Palm Springs Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Desert
Palm Springs - Private Photoshoot with a Top Local Photographer
Bank Heist Escape Room Game for Private Group
Top hotels in The Mesa
Palm Mountain Resort and Spa
Very nice hotel and location is amazing.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
This hotel is what it is. Great location. Old!! In. Desperate need of updating especially the rooms but then they would probably raise the price, which was really the only reason I chose this place for a quick one-night stay to play some golf. The $25 parking fee though is a joke considering I usually ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
It was excellent. Definitely worth the stay.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
This property is very dated and needs work. Though the room is very spacious and very quiet in order to maintain a three star rating. This property needs some work.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
Great for families. Food was delicious. Loved the kids breakfast buffet
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Aqua Soleil Hotel & Mineral Water Spa
El hotel está muy bien. Tiene instalaciones cuidadas, habitaciones cómodas y un servicio excelente. Sin duda, una muy buena experiencia.”
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Mesa
Twin Palms
While Twin Palms isn't home to many top sights, Indian Canyons Golf Resort and Moorten Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tahquitz River Estates
Though Tahquitz River Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tahquitz Canyon and Moorten Botanical Garden.
Indian Canyon
While visiting Indian Canyon, you might make a stop by sights like Indian Canyons Golf Resort and Canyon Country Club North Golf Course.
Deepwell Estates
While there might not be top attractions in Deepwell Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Moorten Botanical Garden and Palm Springs Swim Center.
Historic Tennis Club
While visiting Historic Tennis Club, you might make a stop by sights like San Jacinto Mountains and Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument.
Warm Sands
When in Warm Sands, you can plan a visit to Plaza Theatre and Palm Springs Convention Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
