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Shadow Mountain Resort

Property class: 3.5

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A nighttime pool area with palm trees, lounge chairs, and a building with lights.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, a television, and a kitchen in the background.
A modern kitchen with a glass dining table, wooden cabinets, and a view of a lush garden.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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45750 San Luis Rey Ave, Palm Desert, CA, 92260
  • Place, El Paseo Shopping District
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Gardens on El Paseo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, McCallum Theatre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

A spacious living area with a large bed, multiple seating options, a kitchen area, and a decorative wall piece.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

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

View all photos for Condo,1 Bedroom,1 King with Kitchen

A hotel room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard and a striped bedspread. There are bedside tables with lamps and a small drawer. The room has a blue wall and a wooden door.

Condo,1 Bedroom,1 King with Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 900 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Condo, 2 Bedrooms, 1King, 1 Queen, Kitchen

A compact hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with chairs, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 1100 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Villa, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Kings, Fireplace, Kitchen

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Kings, Fireplace, Kitchen

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

View all photos for Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Fireplace (Full Kitchen )

A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Fireplace (Full Kitchen )

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Condo, 3 Bedrooms

A spacious living area with a dining table, sofa, and coffee table. There is a kitchen area with a counter and cabinets.

Condo, 3 Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Palm Desert

When you stay at Shadow Mountain Resort in Palm Desert, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of El Paseo Shopping District and Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. .This golf resort is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from McCallum Theatre and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Palm Desert Aquatic Center.
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What's nearby

  • El Paseo Shopping District - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Gardens on El Paseo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Vintage Club - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Living Desert Zoo and Gardens - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • McCallum Theatre - 6 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hideout Kitchen + Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rutina Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Keedy's Fountain Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Shadow Mountain Resort

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.

5 hot tubs are on site along with an outdoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 125 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private balconies or patios. 40-inch flat-screen televisions with DVD players and cable programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Dip into one of the 5 hot tubs or enjoy other recreational amenities including a sauna and a fitness center. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and barbecue grills.
Satisfy your appetite at Delish Bistro + Bar, a poolside bistro which features a bar/lounge and a pool view. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
Delish Bistro + Bar - This poolside bistro serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Delish Bistro + Bar

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Pets not 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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Shadow Mountain Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 470 out of 890 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 890 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 890 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 890 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 890 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a nice and cozy resort - perfect for quick getaways. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raynell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing price is amazing staff and amazing rooms couldn’t ask for more
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the clean rooms and the convenient of the location...
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here several times and have never been disappointed. The pool is amazing and unique and each property I have stayed in has been clean and never had any issues. Parking is easy and safe in location is ideal.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful and clean. Great hospitality
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk attendant was so friendly and helpful, made check in very easy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice and comfortable. We really enjoyed the patio area with easy and very close access to the pool. We highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was attentive and accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and the perfect size for my stay. There was mostly everything you needed in the room as far as appliances.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ulises

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay! Phillip was amazing, we were able to check in early. Staff was responsive and room was clean. It was a little bit older property but got the price it was great. Pool is nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could use a better bed. Everything else was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit was perfect for a weekend getaway. The staff at the front desk were very helpful. If staying in Palm Desert, I highly suggest this location compared to the other big name resorts. The grounds are beautiful and well maintained, there are pickleball courts, tennis courts and a golf course. The highlight of my trip is always the giant figure 8 swimming pool. 10/10 recommend this resort!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sanjeev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We rented two Villas. They were both clean, comfortable and private. Very quiet resort and lots of Amenities. Only down side was our two villas were not next to each other so the larger group was a bit split up. Great quiet and restful stay - highly recommend this resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pepik

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I was there with my sister, and we were very happy staying at this property. The room was clean and comfortable will stay again roomy and convenient with kitchen and all the amenities. As for staff front desk clerks were nice we really didn't need anything to get to know them how helpful they are but they were nice to sign us in and give us the keys. As for bar we didn't see any activities in that area it was closed all the time we were there. The pool has duck poop we didn't get in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Terrific place, loved the unit I was in, great view, nicely renovated, comfortable, I had a terrific stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and comfortable in well-appointed studio convenient to great pickleball courts and pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great location close to El Paseo. Much quieter than any of the other larger resorts. Room a little dated but spotless and well appointed with kitchenwares. Loved the little patio area and easy pool access. If you play tennis or pickleball there are a ton of courts and even a little pro shop. Only downside was that the bar/cafe were closed for renovations and this was not made clear on booking or checking in. Note that most of the rooms are private owned. There is no room or maid service.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, rooms were clean. Staff was great. Pool is very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Air conditioning very noisy, but worked ! Pool area clean , large area. Unfortunately little restaurant closed for repairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean. Staff was very helpful upon check in. Room was good with a full kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was dated but clean; quiet and convenient location. VERY helpful and accommodating staff!! Nice, big pool that was warm
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We really enjoyed the vintage property ,it was like stepping back into another time in Palm Desert . We also liked the very large studio with full kitchen that had everything we needed. It was so peaceful and quiet at night as well and had a great gym area .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful pool with great location for golf. Room is showing age with smell of must loose door knobs etc but overall had a great stay for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026