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Shadow Mountain Resort

3.5 star property

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, McCallum Theatre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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Studio, Kitchen

Studio, Kitchen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 84 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 102 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

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

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Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Fireplace (Full Kitchen )

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

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Condo, 3 Bedrooms

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

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Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages

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  • Spa pool
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4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 2,799 reviews
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About the area

Palm Desert

At Shadow Mountain Resort you'll be within a 10-minute stroll of El Paseo Shopping District and within 30 minutes of Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. Highlights at this resort include 5 hot tubs, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The bistro, Delish Bistro + Bar, is open for breakfast, brunch and lunch. For a drink, you can stop by the resort's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym, sauna and pool loungers as well as access to tennis lessons. Meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Palm Desert resort, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from McCallum Theatre and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Palm Desert Aquatic Center.
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What's nearby

  • El Paseo Shopping District - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Gardens on El Paseo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Vintage Club - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Living Desert Zoo and Gardens - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • McCallum Theatre - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 25 min drive
  • Ontario, CA (ONT-Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sullivan's Steakhouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jamba Juice - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Keedy's Fountain Grill - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Shadow Mountain Resort

As a guest of Shadow Mountain Resort, you'll find 5 hot tubs, an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Shadow Mountain Resort. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Palm Desert resort.

  • 125 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 7 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Shadow Mountain Resort offers 125 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and free newspapers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodation at this 3.5-star resort has kitchens with fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers.

40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Dial-up internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 centre
  • 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 films

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
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 2 June to 30 September:
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Shadow Mountain Resort?

Shadow Mountain Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Shadow Mountain Resort?

Yep, Shadow Mountain Resort has a free self car park.

Does Shadow Mountain Resort have a pool?

Shadow Mountain Resort has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8 AM to 10 PM.

What makes Shadow Mountain Resort a romantic place to stay?

Poolside dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Shadow Mountain Resort.

Does Shadow Mountain Resort serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shadow Mountain Resort?

No, Shadow Mountain Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Shadow Mountain Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch and lunch. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from June 2 until September 30.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shadow Mountain Resort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shadow Mountain Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Shadow Mountain Resort?

There is a golf course next to Shadow Mountain Resort.

Shadow Mountain Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 438 out of 846 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 846 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 846 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 846 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 846 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Eileen

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The layout of the room was great, but the excess rugs made it feel dated and dingy. The rugs were noticeably unkept.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our unit was clean and newly redone.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zaida Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
By tggg
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness
I arrived at 8.45pm (Sun) to check in. There was a security gate, I pressed all the codes and called the numbers, nothing. After 20 minutes a home owner came out and punched in the code for me. I arrived at the Lobby at 9.10pm, the lights were off and the door was locked. After 10 minutes, I tracked down a security guard, he opened the door and said, I’m not expecting anyone this evening. I showed him my reservation and he looked and found my paperwork. 35 minutes after arriving I got into my room. I went to the Lobby the next morning at 9.08am and again the door was locked and no one was around. I tried to cancel my 3rd night a few days before my arrival. Hotels.com told me to speak with the Hotel and the Hotel told me speak with Hotels.com. I was dealing with the Reservations Manager, he did nothing to help me resolve this. On Tuesday morning the receptionist told me I had been left two voice messages, I was playing golf at Bighorn and the reception was horrible, so I did not get those messages. Julian did say he he had managed to call Hotels.com to cancel my 3rd night, but at this time, I have heard nothing and as far as I can work out, I have been charged for all 3 nights. A little frustrating to say the least.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

annell

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, price, efficiency of check in
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
NA
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anand

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Frank

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is mostly a retirement community complex. Not many families unless renting one of the units. It's better suited for someone that has multiple people staying and wants appliances to cook and eat in. Room is dated and in need of renovation.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Bed was hard , half of tennis courts( clay ) awful. My room stared at them . Outside porch light couldn’t be turned off. My shades didn’t close all the way. Pool bottom had yellow algae in it. Jacuzzi dirty with foam…2star hotel at best. Disappointed . Location great and tv new! Will not return…
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed for three nights and thoroughly enjoyed my experience. Shadow Mountain truly felt like a home away from home — offering the freedom and comfort of a private rental with the convenience and amenities of a full-service hotel. The staff went above and beyond by offering an early check-in and a late check-out, which made my stay even more enjoyable. Highly recommend this resort for anyone looking for relaxation, flexibility, and quality hospitality. I look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Marline

Travelled with group
We enjoyed our stay at Shadow Mountain Resort. Our villa was comfortable, spacious and clean. It’s an older resort which is reflected in the style, but it seems to be maintained well. We were in a two bedroom and while one bed was comfortable, the other was on the hard side. It would be great if places like this would offer a topper to be added under the bottom sheet for those who prefer a softer mattress. There were a couple of minor things that could use attention: the carpet while kept clean is needing replacing (unit 615); it’s at the age where it’s crunchy shag. Also the sliding shutter doors weren’t working very well and could use some maintenance. We kind of gave up trying to open them because it seemed they might break. All in all, though, it was a nice stay and we hope to return and have time to use the pool which looked very inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes, yes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool is 12ft deep! Feels like you’re in the ocean. They need to bring back the diving boards.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here many times in family trips. Always a great time. I really like how each room is unique.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

FATIMA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jose

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay at this property every year with family, has never disappointed as the facilities are always well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Close to shopping and restaurants
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian, Torrance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrián

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have Been going to Shadow Mountain Resort for the last 8 years with my family and always have the best experience- staff is wonderful and helpful; the rooms are always clean and the grounds are gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025