Explore top 2026 5 Star Hotels in California Desert

Name: The Grand Idyllwild Lodge
Price range: $252 total
Rating: 9.2

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Top California Desert 5 Star hotels

Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas

44600 Indian Wells Lane Indian Wells CA

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$325 nightly

$375 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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 ...

La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton

49499 Eisenhower Drive La Quinta CA

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$228 nightly

$260 total

Aug 3 - Aug 4

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! (1,000 reviews)

"Loved our stay! Great staff, will definitely be back"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage

68900 Frank Sinatra Dr Rancho Mirage CA

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$499 nightly

$564 total

Jul 29 - Jul 30

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! (1,001 reviews)

"Fabulous resort! Had a great time. Staffs amazing!!! Shout to Dean for making my birthday extra special!!"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026

Parker Palm Springs

4200 E Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs CA

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$346 nightly

$404 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

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 ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (355 reviews)

"Luxurious boutique hotel!"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026

L'Horizon Resort & Spa, Hermann Bungalows

1050 East Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs CA

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$295 nightly

$329 total

Aug 2 - Aug 3

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 ...

The Colony Palms Hotel and Bungalows - Adults Only

572 North Indian Canyon Palm Springs CA

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$335 nightly

$384 total

Jul 29 - Jul 30

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this luxury hotel. If you want to take your pet along, this pet-friendly property offers ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)

"I usually stay at another hotel when I’m in Palm Springs, but decided to try something different this. Boy am I glad I did. The Colony Palms is absolutely out of this world! Beautiful boutique hotel with a first class staff. Everyone was so welcoming and nice. Unbelievable service. Will definitely ..."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026

Ingleside Estate Hotel & Bungalows- Adults Only

200 W Ramon Rd Palm Springs CA

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$156 nightly

$177 total

Aug 5 - Aug 6

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this luxury hotel. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public ...

9/10 Wonderful! (827 reviews)

"We love the ingleside estate. The grounds were beautiful the pool was the perfect temperature and the service at the pool was FANTASTIC!!!! The front desk people were always cheerful and charming. The morning coffee and danish in the lobby were delicious! Melvyn’s ( the restaurant at the hotel) is ..."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026

Avalon Hotel & Bungalows Palm Springs, a Member of Design Hotels

415 South Belardo Rd Palm Springs CA

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$177 nightly

$203 total

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, 3 outdoor pools, and 2 hot tubs are featured at this smoke-free hotel. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and perks like free WiFi. There's a restaurant ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)

"The restaurant/bar area are being renovated until December. Hotels are much less fun without a bar."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026

The Grand Idyllwild Lodge

54820 Pine Crest Ave Idyllwild CA

$229 nightly

$252 total

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Total with taxes and fees

A gym is featured at this lodge, along with free self parking. Guests will appreciate free perks like continental breakfast and WiFi in public areas. A garden ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (151 reviews)

"The place was amazing, clean and l Iovely decor. Near the small town nestled in the forrest."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2026

Domaine Chardonnay

33810 Madera De Playa Drive Temecula CA

$413 nightly

$462 total

Jul 29 - Jul 30

Total with taxes and fees

This bed & breakfast features free WiFi in public areas, a virtual front desk, and free self parking. Enjoy the free full breakfast each morning. A terrace, ...

10/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)

"Beautiful stay, the room had everything you need. Breakfast was ideal with a lot of varieties of food. Definitely recommend to stay at the Domaine Chardonnay."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2026

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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.

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