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 great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Palm Desert Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Palm Desert at Palm Desert Country Club. 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 mountain views and top-notch restaurants 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 lively festivals 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
Drag Brunch at the Hyatt Palm Springs
Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour
Palm Springs - Private Photoshoot with a Top Local Photographer
San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Desert
Restorative Soundbath in Palm Springs
Highlights of Palm Springs Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in South Palm Desert
Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott
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Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Mod Palm Desert
An excellent value. We were upgraded to a suite, which was really amazing. I think this property was newly re-done and still needs a few finishing touches, but was mid century magical all the same. Best location right off of El Paseo in great un-gated neighborhood. Great for walking and biking ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Palm Mountain Resort and Spa
This is my third stay and not disappointed. The rooms are clean, comfortable, cool, safe and the location is perfect for walking to everything. Staff are professional and friendly. The value for this hotel rivals is outstanding. The general manger for guest services seeks to make your stay enjoyable. ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
Hotel was ok, seemed kind of dated. Phone in the room did not work. Staff was very nice.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
Good clean spacious room
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Dunes Hotel
Amazing stay as alway, we always stay here when we are in town
Reviewed on 9 May 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 Palm Desert Cross and Living Desert Zoo and Gardens.
