What it is

An upscale resort built with two golf courses and world class spa

What it isn't

Near Downtown Palm Springs, but is adjacent to Palm Desert where high-end shopping and steakhouses reign supreme.

What we think

The 20-minute drive from the Palm Springs airport—past countless golf courses and even more countless palm trees—is the ideal introduction to the Hyatt Regency’s contemporary desert resort experience. Occupying 45 manicured acres at the foot of the San Jacinto Mountains, the property is designed for relaxation, whether your cup of tea is playing golf and tennis, heading to the spa, or just soaking up the sun. Seven pools—including the adults-only Oasis Pool one with cabanas and kid’s pool with water slide—are threaded between the low-rise buildings, which contain 530 oversized, desert-hued rooms. All are spacious, with separate sitting areas and balconies or terraces, but villas are grander, with upgraded amenities like a gas fireplace, outdoor plunge pool, large soaking tub and butler service.

You're here because

You want to stay in a storied Greater Palm Springs property that makes you feel like an insider in this notoriously exclusive desert oasis.

The Moment

The sun peeks from behind a cloud just as you’re teeing off at the 4th hole on the Celebrity Course, painting its glow on the towering palm trees and the San Jacintos in the distance.

Restaurants & Bars

Lantana - California cuisine

Agave Sunset Lounge - American

Roadrunner Cafe - American

Oasis Pool Bar - American

Agave Sunset - Quick Bites and drinks

Location

The country-club community of Indian Wells, about 20 minutes east of downtown Palm Springs.