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Top California Desert 5 Star hotels

Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas

Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas

4.5 out of 5
44600 Indian Wells Lane Indian Wells CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$464 nightly
The price is $536 total per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
$536 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Total with taxes and fees
This luxury resort features a golf course, free water park access, and a full-service spa. There's fun for all ages with a lazy river and a waterslide, and complimentary ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,115 reviews)
The place was amazing! Staff are excellent, very helpful. Amenities are wonderful, we didn’t leave the resort. Everything we needed, was right at our fingertips or within a short walk.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

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La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton

La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton

5 out of 5
49499 Eisenhower Drive La Quinta CA
$415 nightly
The price is $474 total per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
$474 total
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Total with taxes and fees
This luxury resort features a golf course, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Bring the family and enjoy the children's club, children's pool, and playground. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
The resort is wonderful as always. Attentive staff and beautiful surroundings

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

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L'Horizon Resort & Spa, Hermann Bungalows

L'Horizon Resort & Spa, Hermann Bungalows

5 out of 5
1050 East Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$421 nightly
The price is $469 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$469 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free resort features a full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and a restaurant. If you want to take your pet along, this pet-friendly property offers ...
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The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage

The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage

5 out of 5
68900 Frank Sinatra Dr Rancho Mirage CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$1,049 nightly
The price is $1,185 total per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$1,185 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 outdoor pools are all featured at this luxury resort. Families will appreciate the arcade/game room, complimentary bicycles, ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
The Staff across the board were excellent. Our Room was great in everyway, but there was an Event Planner (maybe Chinese New Year)working next door everyday including Sunday and we had Office noise and Interviews heard through the joining Suite Door. Nights after 6:00 p.m. were okay but this morning ...

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

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Parker Palm Springs

Parker Palm Springs

5 out of 5
4200 E Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$865 nightly
The price is $1,009 total per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$1,009 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and an outdoor pool are all featured at this luxury resort. Families will appreciate the onsite laundry facilities and in-room ...
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The Grand Idyllwild Lodge

The Grand Idyllwild Lodge

5 out of 5
54820 Pine Crest Ave Idyllwild CA
$269 nightly
The price is $296 total per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
$296 total
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Total with taxes and fees
This lodge features free self parking and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free continental breakfast each morning. A garden and a picnic area are also ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (115 reviews)
Great place to stay! The staff was great and Rebecca worked hard to make sure everything was running smoothly. The only negative is if there is a room above you it can be loud with just someone walking normally.

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

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@ Marbella Lane - Desert Dream Pool/spa & Games

@ Marbella Lane - Desert Dream Pool/spa & Games

5 out of 5
65626 Flora Avenue Desert Hot Springs CA
$705 nightly
The price is $785 total per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
$785 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Total with taxes and fees
This cottage doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. There's fun for all ages with mini golf and an arcade/game room, and ...
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Super Mario Hideout Desert Dream

Super Mario Hideout Desert Dream

5 out of 5
48752 Cascade St Indio CA
This villa features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There's fun for all ages with mini golf and a waterslide, and families will appreciate the onsite laundry ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Fun stay!
We had a wonderful weekend with friends at this lovely house! The house has loads to do between the game room, pool and outdoor activities, and the house is clean and well appointed.

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2025

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California Desert Resorts & 5 Star Hotels

Looking for your own little slice of heaven during your next trip? Check out all the best 5-star hotels in California Desert to make sure your trip is as extravagantly comfortable as you expect.

Whether you plan on staying in your room the whole time or getting out and enjoying the city, you’ll be living the life while staying at your luxury accommodation. With so many amenities at your beck and call, you might try to turn your stay into a staycation!

Many of the 5-star hotels have award-winning restaurants you can dine at, as well as plush bedding and a concierge service to take care of your every need. Most also offer pools and modern fitness centers, not to mention high-speed Wi-Fi.

For your next trip, book a hotel that can be your own little hideaway, whether you’re in town for business or leisure. California Desert 5-star hotels provide you with all the comforts and amenities you expect from a sophisticated hotel, with a staff that’s happy to ensure you have everything you need to feel at home.

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