Shadow Mountain Resort

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Breakfast available
Bar
Laundry
Gym
Hot tub
Pool

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

El Paseo Shopping District
‪5 min walk‬
Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
‪2 min drive‬
McCallum Theatre
‪3 min drive‬
Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Fireplace (Full Kitchen )

3 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Very good

130 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Exceptional

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

Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Excellent

84 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Studio, Kitchen

Very good

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

Condo, 3 Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds and 2 King Beds

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Pool
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

About this property

Shadow Mountain Resort

Resort with 5 hot tubs, a quick walk to El Paseo Shopping District

This resort features an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a fitness centre. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a sauna and a coffee shop/cafe are on-site.

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.

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

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

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the overall property condition at Shadow Mountain Resort. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from San Jacinto Mountains. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and an outdoor pool are available.

Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
Free self-parking
Enjoy a bite to eat at Delish Bistro + Bar, a bistro with pool views
Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the 5 hot tubs
Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a front desk safe and a business centre
On-site recreation includes tennis courts, a gym and a sauna
5 minutes by foot from El Paseo Shopping District and a 3-minute drive from Living Desert Zoo and Gardens

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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

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

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

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

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

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

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

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

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM

Property is also known as

Mountain Shadow Resort

Shadow Mountain Palm Desert

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Shadow Resort

Shadow Mountain Hotel

Shadow Mountain Resort And Club Hotel Palm Desert

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Shadow Mountain Resort Resort

Shadow Mountain Resort Palm Desert

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Shadow Mountain Resort Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Diana

5 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

26 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent staff, especially at Above the Eight. The resort is kept immaculate. Great rooms, very clean. It’s one of my favorite places to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

26 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Loved our studio. Great view of pool.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

thomas

14 May 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaenna Junelle

11 May 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Nichole

4 May 2025

Disliked: Room comfort

No sure I’d return

The room was well kept and had beautiful upgrades however the bed was like sleeping on a hardwood floor it was very uncomfortable also I called for towels and they made me go get them myself there was never any maid service at all. Staff was friendly especially the security guards. But not sure I’d stay there again considering the price for what we got.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mellanie

3 May 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

30 Apr 2025

Liked: Staff & service

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…

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lisette

28 Apr 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

28 Apr 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness

We were not given the room set up that we had booked. After being told by the front desk they were sold out and this was all they had, we made due. Hotels.com did come through and get us a portion refunded and a credit for the app. The resturant food was good, we got take out one night. Checked in very late and it was process as the report is gated and no one is at the desk after 8pm.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mbeke

28 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

We arrived well past the established check in hours, but they made arrangements to accommodate us and check in ended up being very easy, even at 1AM.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sari

27 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed for Coachella and enjoyed how close it was to the shuttle stop.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Travelled with group

26 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

You won’t regret this

The most tranquil weekend ever! Absolutely 10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ellie

22 Apr 2025

They didn’t have body soap or shampoo. This is something that you would have to bring yourself.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

22 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

chantel

Travelled with group

21 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Wonderful property and efficient customer service.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

william

Travelled with partner

27 Mar 2025

Disliked: Staff & service

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.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with family

22 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Such a fun funky place. So Frank Sinatra. Tennis is excellent. It was in the most ideal location. Shopping, Restaurants and points of interest

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nance

Travelled with family

17 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room easuper nice, great shower and just what we needed. We could have used some soap, but never met up with the cleaning staff. It was a small thing. Best showers I've had in years!!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

William

6 Mar 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with family

3 Mar 2025

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The tennis program and the large central pool at Shadow Mountain are first rate. We stayed in a King Studio so I can't speak to the quality of the other types of accommodations, but I wouldn't recommend staying in our studio. It was reasonably clean, but it just wasn't comfortable. The mattress on the bed left my wife with a back ache, the couch and the outdoor furniture were not comfortable to sit on. I spent as much time as possible on a chaise at the pool area because those chairs were much more comfortable. Also, Expedia listed a sofa bed, but, while the coach could fold to a flat surface, there was o mattress.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

14 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location in Palm Desert.

A great place to stay in the area especially if you take advantage of the tennis programs. Nice Restaraunt’s nearby. Not a fancy place. Used to have a strong pickleball program but they got rid of that. Reasonably priced stay. Adequate golf course.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

George

Travelled with partner

11 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

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.

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kristie

31 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

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About this property

Shadow Mountain Resort

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transport

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Renovations and closures

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

Property is also known as

Shadow Mountain Resort Reviews

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Diana

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Diane

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Sharon

8/10 Good

thomas

thomas

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