Palm Desert, California, offers a selection of hotels that feature waterslides, making them ideal for families seeking resort-style fun. These properties typically include multiple outdoor pools, on-site golf courses, and spacious rooms or villas with kitchenettes, suiting both short getaways and extended stays. The area is near downtown Palm Desert and popular attractions like The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. Budgets vary, but these are full-service resorts with seasonal rates.
Top-rated options include Marriott's Shadow Ridge I - The Villages, rated 'Fabulous' with an 87 average mark, which boasts an 18-hole golf course, large heated pool with waterslide, and a dedicated kids' center. The Westin Desert Willow Villas, also 'Fabulous' at 88, offers a relaxing spa-like atmosphere with villas featuring kitchenettes and a casual grill restaurant. For a newer experience, Marriott's Shadow Ridge II - The Enclaves provides a water park, sauna, and billiards, rated 'Very Good' at 82. All properties provide free Wi-Fi, on-site dining, and easy access to area golf courses.