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Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa
#1 of 4 hotels in Indian Wells
466 Reviews
Last reviewed 10 Feb 2012
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Desert Springs JW Marriott Resort & Spa
#7 of 22 hotels in Palm Desert
488 Reviews
Last reviewed 9 Feb 2012
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Embassy Suites Hotel Palm Desert Resort
#14 of 22 hotels in Palm Desert
144 Reviews
Last reviewed 6 Feb 2012
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Tres Palmas Bed and Breakfast
#1 of 3 B&Bs / inns in Palm Desert
22 Reviews
Last reviewed 5 Feb 2012
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BEST WESTERN PLUS Palm Desert
#10 of 22 hotels in Palm Desert
126 Reviews
Last reviewed 4 Feb 2012
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Holiday Inn Express - Rancho Mirage
#6 of 9 hotels in Rancho Mirage
9 Reviews
Last reviewed 3 Feb 2012
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Comfort Suites
#9 of 22 hotels in Palm Desert
31 Reviews
Last reviewed 2 Feb 2012
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Holiday Inn Express Palm Desert / Rancho Mirage
#16 of 22 hotels in Palm Desert
78 Reviews
Last reviewed 2 Feb 2012
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Marriott's Shadow Ridge
#8 of 22 hotels in Palm Desert
344 Reviews
Last reviewed 1 Feb 2012
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Super 8 Indio
#11 of 15 hotels in Indio
52 Reviews
Last reviewed 31 Jan 2012
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Mojave Resort
#13 of 22 hotels in Palm Desert
72 Reviews
Last reviewed 10 Jan 2012
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V3998 - Palm Valley, Fairway Vacation Rentals
#3 of 198 holiday rentals in Palm Desert
3 Reviews
Last reviewed 17 Dec 2011
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International Lodge
#17 of 22 hotels in Palm Desert
27 Reviews
Last reviewed 2 Dec 2011
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Palm Desert Golf Condo at Palm Valley Country Club, BETTER Vacation Rentals
#1 of 198 holiday rentals in Palm Desert
16 Reviews
Last reviewed 29 Nov 2011
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Palm Springs/Palm Desert California Condo
#46 of 198 holiday rentals in Palm Desert
1 review
Last reviewed 12 Nov 2011
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#1 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
134 reviews
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Deserts; Gardens; Parks; Natural History Museums; Zoos
Distance 3.0 km from city centre
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- "Greatest Zoo Ever!" 10 Feb 2012
- "A MUST see and great family spot" 8 Feb 2012
- "Get there early in the morning!" 6 Feb 2012
#2 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
19 reviews
Attraction type Spas
Distance 3.8 km from city centre
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- "Jamilla has magic hands... Pool area lacking!" 23 Jan 2012
- "Upscale surroundings but average service" 21 Jan 2012
- "Restful atmosphere" 21 Jan 2012
#3 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
12 reviews
Owner description:
A state-of-the-art performing arts center that presents a stunning variety of entertainment and cultural experiences from Broadway productions and......
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A state-of-the-art performing arts center that presents a stunning variety of entertainment and cultural experiences from Broadway productions and opera to classical and rock music.
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Attraction type Performances; Theatres
Distance 1.1 km from city centre
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- "Good entertainment variety" 7 Feb 2012
- "Good seats and good views for all performances" 3 Feb 2012
- "Wonderful theater" 1 Feb 2012
#4 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
57 reviews
Up-scale mall filled with exclusive shops and boutiques.
Attraction type Shopping centres; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Antique Shops; Speciality Shops
Distance 1.1 km from city centre
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- "An incredible shopping experience" 9 Feb 2012
- "Upscale shopping in Cochella Valley" 7 Feb 2012
- "Hollywood shopping in the Desert!" 6 Feb 2012
#5 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
21 reviews
Designed by Nick Faldo, this 18-hole desert golf course features a sharply contoured design with elevation changes.
Attraction type Golf Courses
Distance 5.8 km from city centre
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- "Always a challenge" 8 Feb 2012
- "Good value and worth it to play when in the desert" 7 Feb 2012
- "Loving it" 31 Jan 2012
#6 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
25 reviews
Owner description:
Varied elevations and unique water features have been carefully incorporated into the indigenous desert landscape at this prestigious Coachella Valley......
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Varied elevations and unique water features have been carefully incorporated into the indigenous desert landscape at this prestigious Coachella Valley course.
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Attraction type Golf Courses
Distance 4.0 km from city centre
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- "Very nice golf choices" 8 Feb 2012
- "Top public access course" 7 Feb 2012
- "Great food!" 29 Jan 2012
#7 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
9 reviews
Owner description:
Framed against the stunning backdrop of the Santa Rosa Mountains, these two championship courses were designed by renowned architect Ted Robinson,......
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Framed against the stunning backdrop of the Santa Rosa Mountains, these two championship courses were designed by renowned architect Ted Robinson, "King of Waterscapes."
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Attraction type Golf Courses
Distance 3.8 km from city centre
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- "Don't miss golfing here" 2 Feb 2012
- "1 of 3 Favorites in Palm Desert" 23 Jan 2012
- "Pretty Course but avoid on weekends/holidays" 2 Jan 2012
#8 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
2 reviews
Attraction type Spas
Distance 1.2 km from city centre
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- "Ahhhhhhh" 1 Feb 2012
- "Last minute holiday appointments; just what we..." 1 Jan 2012
#9 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
2 reviews
Attraction type Golf Courses
Distance 6.2 km from city centre
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- "Nicest Course I've ever played in my life!" 14 Jan 2012
- "The Best of the Best" 26 Dec 2011
#10 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
2 reviews
Play tennis on one of four lighted courts.
Attraction type Sports Complexes
Distance 7.3 km from city centre
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- "It's not the tennis" 25 Jan 2012
- "Tennis lover's delight" 29 Dec 2011
#11 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
2 reviews
Attraction type Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Distance 3.3 km from city centre
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- "Very nice" 19 Jan 2012
- "Desert demonstration" 29 Dec 2011
#12 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
7 reviews
Attraction type Golf Courses
Distance 3.3 km from city centre
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- "This place is total class!" 8 Feb 2012
- "Golf" 15 Jan 2012
- "Nice course, good value" 14 Jan 2012
#13 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
1 review
Attraction type Water Parks
Distance 3.3 km from city centre
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- "It's new, it's cool, and very, very wet!" 16 Nov 2011
#14 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
1 review
Attraction type Theatres
Distance 0.3 km from city centre
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- "GREAT professional Community Theatre" 4 May 2011
#15 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
11 reviews
Attraction type Golf Courses
Distance 7.2 km from city centre
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- "Foursome Today, Fun golf" 21 Jan 2012
- "Buy the insurance!" 14 Jan 2012
- "Blah" 29 Dec 2011
#16 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
1 review
This lovely garden showcases the beauty of the desert and can be toured by appointment only.
Attraction type Gardens
Distance 5.6 km from city centre
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- "beautiful and interesting pieces of art work" 30 Jan 2012
#17 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
5 reviews
Play a round of golf on this club's 18-hole championship course or smack a few over the net on any of its thirteen tennis courts.
Attraction type Golf Courses
Distance 6.8 km from city centre
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- "On the comeback from foreclosure." 7 Feb 2012
- "Delightful Little Course" 2 Jan 2012
- "stolen golf clubs from the bag drop" 16 Mar 2011
#18 of 24 attractions in Palm Desert
2 reviews
Attraction type Observatories/ Planetariums
Distance 2.9 km from city centre
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- "Wouldn't go it it was free" 15 Jan 2012
- "better off viewing the sky in your own backyard" 28 Aug 2011
Stay in shape and visit this fitness center that offers an open gym, racquetball and weight room for people of all ages.
Attraction type Health Clubs
Distance 0.4 km from city centre
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