The desert region of Southern California with its towering mountains, blue skies, and near perfect
winter climate is a wonderful destination for travelers. And the little town of Palm Desert
is right in the heart of this fabulous region. Palm Desert's resorts, golf courses and
spas rank as world class. In the midst of great dining, shopping and entertainment.
Make Palm Desert home base! Most all desert towns in the region are are within
easy driving distance from Palm Desert and there is so much to do and see
in beautiful
Attractions ... Dining ... Golf ... Lodging ... Spas
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Lodging in Palm Desert
recommended lodging
Embassy Suites ... Mariott's Desert Springs ... Shadow Mountain Resort & Club
1a
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas
Senior discounts available. Guest rooms & suites; one and two bedroom units can sleep four persons
(with kitchenettes; whirlpool baths and patios); and their exceptional two bedroom, two bath
villas (with full kitchens, living and dining areas, private patio & washer/dryer) they
can sleep six. All have access to the Marriott Resort & Spa with its
two championship golf courses. We consider this lodging and
golf option to be one the best bargains for those want great
golf, plus the great restaurants and spa services
available in a first class resort!
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2a
Shadow Mountain Resort & Club
A beautifully landscaped, 24-acre gated resort just two blocks from El Paseo shopping, dining
and art galleries and only thirteen miles east of Palm Springs. At Shadow Mountain,
golf (par 70) and tennis (16 courts), plus four pools, five spas, exercise
room, saunas and Desert Massage spa service are all available. A
great location for those who love golf and tennis. And
for the shopper, the proximity to great shopping
within walking distance to your lodging
is another great plus!
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For a Complete list of Lodging in Palm Desert
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Attractions worth seeing in the Region
Jeep tour adventures!
Some of the most exciting tours you can take anywhere! Definitely worth doing!
San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour - Experience some of the most tortured and incredible
natural formations with the Faultline Express San Andrea's Fault. A challenging ride.
Indian Cultural Adventure Jeep Tour - Discover the culture of the Cahuilla Indians. You'll
encounter an ancient Cahuilla village, see petroglyphs, and learn about their way of
life along the San Andreas Fault.
Joshua Tree National Park Extreme Adventure Jeep Tour - A truly rugged backcountry
adventure that will take you through two very distinct ecosystems.
The Nightwatch Stargazing Adventure Jeep Tour - Combine the geology associated with
the unique and intriguing landscape along the San Andreas Fault with the astronomy of an
evening stargazing experience.
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Ride the Palm Springs Tram For a fantastic Desert Vista
Aerial trams are exciting because you get to soar over the land and see the views from heights
that could not be attained easily or cheaply. The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is an
excellent attraction for this reason, but it is also a very affordable.
You'll be amazed by the breathtaking scenery as you ride over
two and a half miles up the rugged Chino Canyon for
a nature experience unlike any other.
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Golf in Palm Desert
Desert Willow ... Marriott's Desert Springs
Palm Desert Country Club ... Shadow Mountain Club
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Desert Willow Golf Resort
A splendid Southern California golf destination where golf is the major past time in the region.
Ranked #1 Public Access golf facility in Southern California, and voted 4 1/2 stars in
"Best Places to Play' by Golf Digest Magazine. Two championship golf courses,
clubhouse, and Palm Desert Golf Academy all in a gorgeous setting
surrounded by the Santa Rosa Mountains.
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Palm Desert Country Club and Golf
A Public course with 18 regulation holes; 9 executive holes (total of 27 holes).
72 par; 6,643 yards; 71 rating; 116 slope. Weekends $85 green fees;
$75 green fees on weekdays, incl golf cart where available.
A golf only facility. 20 tees driving range
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Marriott's Desert Springs golf Resort & Spa
Two exceptional 18-hole championship courses, with a magnificent Santa Rosa Mountain backdrop.
Both the Palm and Valley courses were designed by acclaimed architect Ted Robinson,
known for his awesome "waterscape" courses. Awash in high tech, golf carts
have state-of-the-art navigational and computing systems. Use the
onboard computer to view graphic layouts of each hole,
compute exact yardage to the pin, monitor
pace-of-play, tips on how best
to play a hole from the
pro available.
recommended lodging
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas
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Shadow Mountain Resort & Club
Golf (par 70), plus tennis (16 courts), plus four pools, five spas, exercise room,
saunas and Desert Massage spa service are all available. Plus it is two
blocks to great restaurants, shops, and entertainment!
recommended lodging
Shadow Mountain Resort & Club
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Marriott's Shadow Ridge 9002 Shadow Ridge Road
Monterey Country Club 41-500 Monterey Ave
Oasis Country Club 42-330 Casbah Way
Chaparral Country Club 100 Chaparral Dr
Del Webb's Sun City Palm Desert (semi-private)
Desert Falls Country Club 111 Desert Falls Pkwy
Emerald Desert Country Club 76-000 Frank Sinatra Dr
Indian Ridge Country Club 76-375 Country Club Dr
Ironwood Country Club 73735 Iron Tree Drive
Marrakesh Country Club 47-000 Marrakesh Dr
Palm Desert Greens Country Club 73-750 Country Club Dr
Palm Desert Resort Country Club 77-333 Country Club
Palm Valley Country Club 76-200 Country Club Dr
Portola Country Club 42-500 Portola Ave
Santa Rosa Country Club 38-105 Portola Ave
Suncrest Country Club 73-450 Country Club Dr
The Golf Center at Palm Desert 74-945 Sheryl Dr
The Lakes Country Club 161 Old Ranch Rd
Woodhaven Country Club 41-555 Woodhaven Dr East
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Dining
Applebee's
American - $ - 74-990 Frank Sinatra Dr.(760) 346-5722
Cafe des Beaux-Arts
French - patio, music, breakfast, lunch & dinner $-$$
73-640 El Paseo - phone (760) 346-0669
Chez Pierre
French - $$ - 44-250 Town Center Way C1 - (760) 346-1818
City Wok
Chinese - Lunch and dinner. 74-970 Country Club Drive - (760) 341-1511
Desert Falls Grill Room
$$ Int'l/Continental - Chef's daily specials, grill menu.
Spectacular views of the golf course - 1111 Desert Falls Parkway - (760) 340-5646
Desert Willow Clubhouse
American Grill $$ - Traditional American favorites. breakfast and lunch.
Enjoy the "Best Views in the Valley"! 38-995 Desert Willow Drive
Fisherman's Market & Grill
$-$$ - Fresh fish, lobster & salads "The Fresh Fish Joint." lunch and dinner.
44-250 Town Center Way, C-2 - (760) 776-6533
Jovanna's Bistro Grill
Int'l/Continental $$$ - famous 'Television Food Network' restaurant
74-063 Hwy 111 - phone (760) 568-1315
Morton's of Chicago
Steak/Seafood $$$ "The best steak anywhere."
74-880 Country Club Drive - (760) 340-6865
Olive Garden
Italian $-$$ - 72-225 Highway 111 - (760) 773-2776
Pacifica Seafood Restaurant
$$$ - Steak/Seafood - 73-505 El Paseo - (760) 674-8666
Palm Desert Resort Country Club
$$ American - 77-333 Country Club Dr. - (760) 345-2781
Red 74
$$$ - Steak/Seafood - steaks, prime rib, pasta, fish, seafood.
Dancing / entertainment 72-990 El Paseo - (760) 568-6774
Romitti's Bistro
$$ - Italian - Reservations required December through May.
40-205 Washington Street - (760) 345-6744
Tommy Bahama's Tropical Cafe
$$$ - Int'l/Continental - Island inspired cuisine in a plantation home setting.
73-595 El Paseo - phone for reservations (760) 836-0188
Tony Roma's America's Rib Grill
$-$$ - American - Appetizers, ribs, chicken, steaks, salads, seafood.
73-155 Hwy 111 - (760) 568-9911
Wolfgang's Bistro
Int'l/Continental $$-$$$ - California-German Cuisine.
77-932 Country Club Dr. - (760) 360-7775
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Spas
All About Massage
A Day spa that specializes in massage, facials and spa treatments.
74125 Highway 111 - phone 760-346-7949
Desert Springs JW Marriott Resort & Spa
Ultra-spa, featuring exercise classes, massage, facials, full program of
spa treatments. (note: room/spa packages) 74855 Country Club Drive 760-341-1865
Neil's & J. Russell Fashion & Beauty Center
Award-winning - Full-service beauty salon & day spa. Body treatments, massage,
facials, power peels, and more. 73-770 El Paseo 760-341-4641
Palm Valley Spa
Fitness and spa facility. Classes, pool, sauna, racquetball, steam, skin care,
and body treatments - 39-205 Palm Valley Drive 760-345-2737
ShadowMountain Resort, Club & Spa
Four pools, five spas, and exercise room. Desert Massage Therapy services include
herbal facial massage, reflexology, herbal wraps, plus Swedish and American
therapeutic massage with aromatherapy. 45-750 San Luis Rey 760 776 0869
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