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Shadow Mountain Resort

3.5 star property
3.5-star golf resort near El Paseo Shopping District

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Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Gym

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45750 San Luis Rey Ave, Palm Desert, CA, 92260
  • El Paseo Shopping District
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • McCallum Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Fireplace (Full Kitchen )

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Kings, Fireplace, Kitchen | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Kings, Fireplace, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Condo, 2 Bedrooms, 1King, 1 Queen, Sofabed, Kitchen | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Condo, 2 Bedrooms, 1King, 1 Queen, Sofabed, Kitchen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Condo, 1 Bedroom, 1 King with Sofabed, Kitchen | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Condo, 1 Bedroom, 1 King with Sofabed, Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 900 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Sofabed, Kitchenette | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Sofabed, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Condo, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

Condo, 3 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Palm Desert

In Palm Desert .Stay at this Palm Desert resort and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of El Paseo Shopping District and 2 miles (3 km) of Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. McCallum Theatre and Palm Desert Aquatic Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • El Paseo Shopping District - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Living Desert Zoo and Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Palm Desert Aquatic Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • McCallum Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Desert Willow Golf Resort - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 25 min drive
  • Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Real Italian Deli - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Restaurant, Bar & Store - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Luna Grill Palm Desert - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Shadow Mountain Resort

3.5-star golf resort near El Paseo Shopping District
As a guest of Shadow Mountain Resort, you'll find 5 hot tubs, an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Shadow Mountain Resort. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Palm Desert resort.

  • 125 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 7 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Shadow Mountain Resort offers 125 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and complimentary newspapers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations at this 3.5-star resort have kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers.

40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Dial-up internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 12 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 5 hot tubs
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Tennis
  • Tennis lessons

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from June 2 to September 30:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 20 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM.

Property is also known as

Mountain Shadow Resort
Shadow Mountain Palm Desert
Shadow Mountain Resort
Shadow Mountain Resort Palm Desert
Shadow Resort
Shadow Mountain Hotel
Shadow Mountain Resort And Club Hotel Palm Desert
Shadow Mountain
Shadow Mountain Resort Resort
Shadow Mountain Resort Palm Desert
Shadow Mountain Resort Resort Palm Desert

Frequently asked questions

How close is Shadow Mountain Resort to the airport?

Shadow Mountain Resort is 8.4 mi (14-min drive) away from the Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Shadow Mountain Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Shadow Mountain Resort.

Does Shadow Mountain Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Shadow Mountain Resort, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 12 and 20 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Shadow Mountain Resort?

No, there is no casino at this resort, but Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City (11-min drive) and Agua Caliente Casino (14-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Shadow Mountain Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Shadow Mountain Resort?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does Shadow Mountain Resort have a pool?

Shadow Mountain Resort features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8 AM to 10 PM.

Does Shadow Mountain Resort have a restaurant?

Shadow Mountain Resort is home to Delish Bistro + Bar, which features pool views, a poolside location, and brunch. The dining venue(s) will be closed seasonally each year from June 2 to September 30.

Does Shadow Mountain Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is Shadow Mountain Resort to downtown Palm Desert?

Shadow Mountain Resort is 0.4 mi away from Palm Desert.

Shadow Mountain Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 803 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 803 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 803 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 803 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 803 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ellie

They didn’t have body soap or shampoo. This is something that you would have to bring yourself.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

chantel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property and efficient customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

william

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Shadow Mountain is one of the older developments in Palm Desert, dating originally from 1946. Its main pool is an iconic landmark and much of resort space is devoted to tennis courts. Its location adjacent to El Paseo is great, so all the best shopping and dining is just a walk away. Look very carefully at any unit you wish to rent as they are individually owned and the updates (or lack thereof) will be highly variable. We stayed in a Creekside unit which was well away from the tennis courts and was extremely quiet, but the unit itself was very dated. Functional, but old. I used the gym everyday and, despite mentioning it twice to staff, it was never cleaned during our stay. Small annoyances, balanced by a good location and easy navigation.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a fun funky place. So Frank Sinatra. Tennis is excellent. It was in the most ideal location. Shopping, Restaurants and points of interest
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nance

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room easuper nice, great shower and just what we needed. We could have used some soap, but never met up with the cleaning staff. It was a small thing. Best showers I've had in years!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

William

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The tennis program and the large central pool at Shadow Mountain are first rate. We stayed in a King Studio so I can't speak to the quality of the other types of accommodations, but I wouldn't recommend staying in our studio. It was reasonably clean, but it just wasn't comfortable. The mattress on the bed left my wife with a back ache, the couch and the outdoor furniture were not comfortable to sit on. I spent as much time as possible on a chaise at the pool area because those chairs were much more comfortable. Also, Expedia listed a sofa bed, but, while the coach could fold to a flat surface, there was o mattress.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location in Palm Desert.

A great place to stay in the area especially if you take advantage of the tennis programs. Nice Restaraunt’s nearby. Not a fancy place. Used to have a strong pickleball program but they got rid of that. Reasonably priced stay. Adequate golf course.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

George

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
It was built in 1946 and that shows. The heater/air conditioner was very noisy. The tennis courts were in good shape except for one.the weather was cold so we didnt use the large pool. The kitchen was too small in the studio unit.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is on our favorites list Great front office assistance. We will return soon
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing newly renovated corner room with 180 degree view of pool and mountains! Huge rap around patio. Less than a mile to restaurants on El Paseo.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nada

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Shawdow Mountain Studio

Staff were excellant. Room was spacious. Rooms are ready for a make over.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Young Doo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was so poor
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

aracely

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The truth is that it was not the place I expected, the property is very deteriorated, my 1-bedroom studio room had a rather unpleasant musty smell, the bed and furniture were very old and had an unpleasant smell, The pipe makes horrible noises that scare you and it is very difficult to sleep,I went to the lobby to see If you could change my room and they told me that because my reservation was issued through you Expedia they couldn't help me, the truth is I don't recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delia, south gate

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was a pleasant stay, friendly accommodating staff. Condo was quite dated, but clean. Furniture was not comfortable, bed was ok. Very good location in town, lots to do and a great pool on site.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The iron did not work
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

beatriz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time there, customer services was great. Restaurant inside the property was amazing. The villa we stayed was beautiful and clean. I will recommend this place to everybody and i will continue to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

shannon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the Resort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024