Shadow Mountain Resort

Resort with outdoor pool, near El Paseo Shopping District

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Dates

November 2025

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December 2025

Nestled near El Paseo Shopping District, Shadow Mountain Resort offers a tranquil retreat with 18 holes of golf and a rejuvenating sauna. Savor breakfast at Delish Bistro + Bar or unwind by the outdoor pool surrounded by sun loungers and umbrellas. Take in breathtaking views from the garden or explore nearby attractions like McCallum Theatre.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
Laundry facilities
Gym
Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

Restaurant and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool and 5 hot tubs
Breakfast available
Fitness center
Sauna
Coffee shop/cafe
Business center
Meeting rooms
Terrace
Air conditioning
Garden
Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

Rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Premium TV channels
Garden
Terrace
Laundry facilities

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Tomorrow

Nov 13 - Nov 14

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Sofabed, Kitchenette

Very good

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Hair dryer

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

56 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Condo, 1 Bedroom, 1 King with Sofabed, Kitchen

Excellent

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Microwave

84 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

Hair dryer

102 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Kings, Fireplace, Kitchen

Very good

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Rollaway/extra beds

2 bedrooms

Cribs/infant beds

130 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Fireplace (Full Kitchen )

Highlights

Balcony

Yard

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

3 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Condo, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

3 bedrooms

Hair dryer

3 bathrooms

3 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds and 2 King Beds

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Pool
Kitchenette
Laundry facilities
Parking available

$184 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

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About the neighborhood

45750 San Luis Rey Ave, Palm Desert, CA, 92260

What's nearby

El Paseo Shopping District - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Living Desert Zoo and Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Palm Desert Aquatic Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
McCallum Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Desert Willow Golf Resort - 7 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 14 min drive
Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 32 min drive
Thermal, CA (TRM-Jacqueline Cochran Regional) - 33 min drive
Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) - 89 min drive
Palm Springs Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪Keedy's Fountain Grill - ‬9 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
‪Sullivan's Steakhouse - ‬9 min walk
‪Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min walk
‪La Fe Wine Bar - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Shadow Mountain Resort

When you stay at Shadow Mountain Resort, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Indian Wells Tennis Garden and Agua Caliente Casino. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Delish Bistro + Bar, which serves breakfast and lunch. A bar/lounge and a fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the overall property condition.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 125 units
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
- Express check-out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out available
- Late check-out subject to availability

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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills

What to do

Tennis lessons
Golfing nearby

Working away

Business center
Meeting rooms

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas

Facilities

7 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fitness center
Adjacent to a golf course
An outdoor pool
5 hot tubs
Sauna
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

DVD player
40-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Pay movies

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Laundry detergent

Sleep well

Alarm clock
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Balcony or patio

Freshen up

Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free newspapers
Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchen

Special features

Dining

Delish Bistro + Bar - This poolside bistro serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

Optional extras

Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 12 to 20 per person
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from June 2 to September 30:

Dining venue(s)

Children & extra beds

Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 15.0 per stay
Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM

Policies

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.

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Eurocard

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

Does Shadow Mountain Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Shadow Mountain Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Shadow Mountain Resort?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8 AM to 10 PM.

Are pets allowed at Shadow Mountain Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Shadow Mountain Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Shadow Mountain Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Shadow Mountain Resort?

No, this resort doesn't have a casino, but Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City (11-min drive) and Agua Caliente Casino (14-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Shadow Mountain Resort and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Soothe your senses in one of the 5 hot tubs or make use of other amenities, which include an outdoor pool and a sauna. Shadow Mountain Resort also has a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Shadow Mountain Resort?

Yes, Delish Bistro + Bar offers pool views and poolside dining.

Does Shadow Mountain Resort have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

Does Shadow Mountain Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Shadow Mountain Resort like?

Shadow Mountain Resort is a short 5-minute walk from El Paseo Shopping District and 8 minutes' walk from The Gardens on El Paseo.

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Shadow Mountain Resort Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

The pool was a highlight with many guests praising its size, cleanliness, and relaxing atmosphere. (13 reviews)
The on-site restaurant was amazing and offered convenient dining options. (4 reviews)

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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

Nov 3, 2025

Yes, yes

Debbie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 25, 2025

Great place!

Philip, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nov 3, 2025

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.

Marline, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 16, 2023

Such a fun place!

Great resort and super fun. The grounds are beautiful and perfect location

marla, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 27, 2025

This is on our favorites list Great front office assistance. We will return soon

John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 14, 2023

Quiet , large rooms , clean and well kept property

Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 6, 2022

Nice place it’s so relaxing to stsy

Edgar, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 17, 2024

Chris at reception was friendly and welcoming

Charlene, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 21, 2024

I love the safety and security aspect of the property. My children are safe and the convenience of having restaurants near by.

Edith, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 15, 2023

Perfect for two couples

Great place. We we're two couples and the set up was perfect. @ bedrooms, 2 king beds, 2 private bath rooms. Very nice

Albert, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Feb 23, 2024

Beautiful grounds. Great location. Carpet needs cleaning. Unable to use 2 chairs as bolts were loose otherwise nice unit

Lisa, 14-night trip

6/10 Good

Apr 30, 2025

Shadow Mountain Resort

Nice place, close to our pickup spot for Stagecoach. This place had very friendly staff, and was easy to check in, they accommodated an early check in BIG PLUS. However the front of the rooms had no windows it looked like a jail cell block as you walked to the front door. No door fob’s old fashioned key. The room was rather small not like the pictures, small’ish fridge small kitchen but we made it work.Had a wet mop smell when we entered, opened sliding back door immediately. Pool was the biggest draw, had a restaraunt were you could grab “Bloody Mary’s” also food too ;). Be aware you will hear these tennis players early in the mornings…

3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Feb 11, 2025

It was built in 1946 and that shows. The heater/air conditioner was very noisy. The tennis courts were in good shape except for one.the weather was cold so we didnt use the large pool. The kitchen was too small in the studio unit.

George, 8-night trip

8/10 Very good

Mar 27, 2025

Shadow Mountain is one of the older developments in Palm Desert, dating originally from 1946. Its main pool is an iconic landmark and much of resort space is devoted to tennis courts. Its location adjacent to El Paseo is great, so all the best shopping and dining is just a walk away. Look very carefully at any unit you wish to rent as they are individually owned and the updates (or lack thereof) will be highly variable. We stayed in a Creekside unit which was well away from the tennis courts and was extremely quiet, but the unit itself was very dated. Functional, but old. I used the gym everyday and, despite mentioning it twice to staff, it was never cleaned during our stay. Small annoyances, balanced by a good location and easy navigation.

william, 6-night trip

2/10 Poor

Mar 29, 2023

Bistro nice when open, which wasn't often. Room not anything as shown on website Bed in living room, no dressers for clothes. Cheapest utensils, dark as a cave, furniture with stains, tiniest soap I've ever seen. This was a splurge at $350 a night for our 31st anniversary. Worst place we ever stayed.

Joni, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Nov 11, 2023

The property is run down: chipped paint, holes in the ceiling tiles, ancient & noisy A/C unit, dated room decor. The towels are rough & of very poor quality. The toiletries provided are embarrassing: bar of soap & shampoo of Motel 6 caliber. The lighting in the parking lot & throughout the exterior of the property is very dim (making it feel unsafe). There are residents who live there. After midnight on the night of my arrival, there were 2 dogs running around the parking lot barking with the owner chasing them. In the middle of the day, there was a different larger dog (pit bull or pit mix-aggressive looking) was sitting on the grass near the pool-not on a leash & not restrained. The front desk closes I at some point at night, so security personnel checked me in. I interacted with one staff member over the phone & 2 in person-they were all very friendly & helpful. The pictures & description for this "resort" are not consistent with what I experienced during my stay.

Catherine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 12, 2025

１０年ぐらい前に一度、宿泊して良かったので，泊まりました。とても，よかったです。また，泊まりたいです。

MASAYUKI, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 28, 2025

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.

Michele, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 25, 2025

Every is wonderful...pool AMAZING

shannon, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Jul 6, 2025

Gave me the wrong room And power outage caused my food to go bad Had to check out early because no ac

Israel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 3, 2025

Great location, huge swimming pool and tranquil environment.

Nelida, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 2, 2025

Shadow Mountain Resort is a hidden gem! The staff is friendly, the grounds are beautifully maintained, and the location is perfect, close to shops, dining, and great golf. The pool area is relaxing, and the overall atmosphere is peaceful and welcoming. A great spot for a relaxing getaway!

ELSA, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 30, 2025

Great place

Agustin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 17, 2025

Second time being at this place, love this place. Calm peacefully. This resort is has great service. Best drink at the pool bar mango and strawberry margaritas 🍹.

beatriz, 3-night trip