4 Star Hotels in Palm Desert

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5 best 4 Star Hotels in Palm Desert at a glance

  1. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Palm Desert — 4.5-star hotel in Palm Desert. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
  2. Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott — 4-star hotel in South Palm Desert. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.
  3. The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert — 4-star hotel in Palm Desert. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
  4. Courtyard by Marriott Palm Desert — 4-star hotel in Palm Desert. Guest rating: 8.6/10 — Excellent.
  5. JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa — 4.5-star hotel in Palm Desert. Guest rating: 8.8/10 — Excellent.

4 Star Hotels in Palm Desert

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Palm Desert

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Palm Desert
Palm Desert
$138
$203 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Palm Desert

Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott
South Palm Desert
$144
$207 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
Palm Desert
$152
$174 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

Courtyard by Marriott Palm Desert

Courtyard by Marriott Palm Desert
Palm Desert
$93
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Courtyard by Marriott Palm Desert

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
Palm Desert
$223
$307 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

Sands Hotel and Spa

Sands Hotel and Spa
The Province
$129
$145 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Sands Hotel and Spa

The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa

The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa
Rancho Mirage
$116
$171 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa

Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, Indian Wells

Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, Indian Wells
Montelena
$191
$273 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, Indian Wells

Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa

Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa
Montelena
$144
$212 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Indio Coachella Valley

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Indio Coachella Valley
Indio
$101
$114 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Indio Coachella Valley

The Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas, Palm Springs

The Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas, Palm Springs
Rancho Mirage
$144
$163 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas, Palm Springs

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
Rancho Mirage
$225
$306 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

The Paloma Resort

The Paloma Resort
Cathedral City
$119
$177 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
The Paloma Resort

Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage

Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage
Rancho Mirage
$254
$327 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage

The Palm Springs Hotel

The Palm Springs Hotel
Little Tuscany
$83
$112 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
The Palm Springs Hotel

Royal Sun Palm Springs

Royal Sun Palm Springs
Palm Springs
$141
$214 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Royal Sun Palm Springs

Hilton Palm Springs Resort

Hilton Palm Springs Resort
Downtown Palm Springs
$120
$140 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Hilton Palm Springs Resort

Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel

Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel
Downtown Palm Springs
$119
$139 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Golf Resort Palm Springs

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Golf Resort Palm Springs
Cathedral City
$98
$153 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Golf Resort Palm Springs

ARRIVE Palm Springs - Adults Only

ARRIVE Palm Springs - Adults Only
Uptown Design District
$140
$158 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
ARRIVE Palm Springs - Adults Only
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Top neighborhoods in Palm Desert

Cahuilla Hills

Cahuilla Hills delivers mountain views and desert luxury without the tourist hustle. This upscale Palm Desert neighborhood sits peacefully against the Santa Rosa Mountains, where hiking trails and mountain vistas await. Your days might include morning strolls through carefully manicured desert landscapes or adventures to the nearby Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. Luxurious vacation rentals with private pools dominate the accommodation scene, offering your own desert oasis. A rental car is essential for exploring Palm Desert's dining and shopping options along El Paseo or Highway 111, just a short drive away.

El Paseo Village

El Paseo Village brings the glitz of Rodeo Drive to Palm Desert with designer boutiques and world-class art galleries lining palm-shaded walkways. Fashionistas browse luxury shops like Gucci while art lovers discover new treasures in upscale galleries. The Mediterranean-inspired architecture creates the perfect backdrop for seasonal events like Fashion Week, and beautiful sculpture gardens offer artistic surprises around every corner. Fine dining restaurants and wine bars serve up California cuisine with mountain views from elegant patios. Though there's limited public transit, the wide walkways make strolling between shops a pleasure, and free parking makes visits stress-free. Golf cart rentals provide a fun way to explore this desert oasis of luxury.

South Palm Desert

South Palm Desert dazzles with upscale shopping along El Paseo, often called the "Rodeo Drive of the Desert." Luxury boutiques and art galleries line palm-dotted streets while meticulously manicured golf courses create emerald oases against dramatic mountain backdrops. The Gardens on El Paseo offers high-end retail therapy and peaceful spots to rest between shopping adventures. Dining options range from California cuisine to sophisticated steakhouses with desert-inspired presentations. Most accommodations are luxury resorts with pools, spas, and golf access, though rental cars are essential for exploring this spread-out area. The evening scene stays refined with upscale hotel bars and restaurant lounges perfect for unwinding after a sun-soaked day.

Bighorn

Bighorn offers an exclusive slice of Palm Desert luxury where championship golf meets stunning mountain backdrops. Two world-class courses wind through desert landscapes with San Jacinto Mountain views that'll make your jaw drop. The private clubhouse serves up panoramic vistas while you relax after your round, and nearby hiking trails beckon adventure seekers wanting to explore the national monument. Getting around requires wheels—this gated community values privacy above all else. The clubhouse dishes out upscale American cuisine worth the splurge, while accommodations range from multi-million dollar estates to private villas complete with pools and personal concierge service.

Top landmarks in Palm Desert

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Desert Willow Golf Resort

8.8/10 (424 reviews)
You might want to play some rounds at Desert Willow Golf Resort, located 3 mi (4.8 km) from central Palm Desert. If Desert Willow Golf Resort doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Rancho Las Palmas Country Club, and Indian Wells Golf Resort are also nearby.
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McCallum Theatre

8.4/10 (272 reviews)
McCallum Theatre is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from central Palm Desert, why not stop by during your stay. If you enjoy the show and want to see another, Coachella Valley Repertory Theater and Arthur Newman Theatre are both not far.
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The Gardens on El Paseo

8.8/10 (219 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to The Gardens on El Paseo in South Palm Desert. Splash some more cash at El Paseo Shopping District, The Shops at Palm Desert, and Palms to Pines Plaza West Shopping Center.
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Palm Desert Aquatic Center

8.0/10 (140 reviews)
Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to Palm Desert Aquatic Center, one of the family attractions located 1 mi (1.7 km) from central Palm Desert. If you have fun at Palm Desert Aquatic Center, you'll love Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and Saint Margaret's Outdoor Labyrinth, both located nearby.
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El Paseo Shopping District

9.0/10 (1,553 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to El Paseo Shopping District in South Palm Desert. Splash some more cash at The Gardens on El Paseo, The Shops at Palm Desert, and Palms to Pines Plaza West Shopping Center.
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The Shops at Palm Desert

8.8/10 (421 reviews)
If you like shopping, take time out to go to The Shops at Palm Desert when in Palm Desert. Splash some more cash at El Paseo Shopping District, The Gardens on El Paseo, and Palms to Pines Plaza West Shopping Center.
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Palm and Valley Golf Courses at Desert Springs

8.0/10 (79 reviews)
You might want to play some rounds at Palm and Valley Golf Courses at Desert Springs, located 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from central Palm Desert. If Palm and Valley Golf Courses at Desert Springs doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Desert Willow Golf Resort, and Rancho Las Palmas Country Club are also nearby.
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Palms to Pines Plaza West Shopping Center

8.4/10 (45 reviews)
If you like shopping, take time out to go to Palms to Pines Plaza West Shopping Center when in Palm Desert. Splash some more cash at The Shops at Palm Desert, El Paseo Shopping District, and The Gardens on El Paseo.
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