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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
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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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, Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

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

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Condo,1 Bedroom,1 King with Kitchen

Condo,1 Bedroom,1 King with Kitchen

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

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Condo, 3 Bedrooms

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

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About the area

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 - 0.5 km
  • The Gardens on El Paseo - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Vintage Club - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Living Desert Zoo and Gardens - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • McCallum Theatre - 6 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

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 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

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. 455 out of 870 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 870 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 870 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 870 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 870 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Loretta H

Very dated, no maid service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Don

Travelled with family
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great. I asked the staff about the on-site/golf course side bar/restaurant and what kind of food did they serve. He was 100% wrong. At that point it would be better to say you don't know rather than give a wrong answer. We were fine and this didn't affect our stay or satisfaction at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean but smelled old. The place needs a big renovation. Faucet handle in bathroom was broken. Staff was courteous.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Larina

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Micheal

Liked: Staff & service
We booked 2 bedrooms, each with a king bed. When we arrived, it was two queens. Not as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

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