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Golf Holidays in Palm Springs

Why Book a Golf Break in Palm Springs

Palm Springs is a stunning paradise, wedged in between vast ridges and mountain formations – the towering San Jacinto Mountains to the west are joined by the ranges of Little San Bernardino and Santa Rosa to all but encircle Palm Springs in an enchanting valley.

The resultant micro-climate ensures that less than 20 days per year are blighted by rain, and creates the perfect environment for golf. Similar to the championship golf in neighbouring Arizona, it is desert golf in Palm Springs, where the amazing layouts are carved out of the arid desert plains and are strikingly lush in stark contrast to their surroundings.

Golf in Palm Springs

The spectacular setting in Palm Springs is matched by the quality of the resorts, with the 5* Westin development at Mission Hills coming highly recommended in particular.

Southern California may be dominated by Los Angeles, but the golfing paradise of Palm Springs is a golf holiday marvel that will live long in the memory, with plenty of world class courses to choose from.

Our guide to playing the best golf courses in Palm Springs.

Desert Willow Golf Resort, Palm Springs
Desert Willow Golf Resort, Palm Springs
Tahquitz Creek Golf Club, Palm Springs
Tahquitz Creek Golf Club, Palm Springs
Golf Club at Terra Lago, Palm Springs
Golf Club at Terra Lago, Palm Springs
La Quinta Resort & Club, Palm Springs
La Quinta Resort & Club, Palm Springs
Indian Wells Players Course, Palm Springs
Indian Wells Players Course, Palm Springs
Indian Wells Celebrity Course, Palm Springs
Indian Wells Celebrity Course, Palm Springs
Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa, Palm Springs
Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa, Palm Springs
La Quinta Resort & Club, Palm Springs
La Quinta Resort & Club, Palm Springs
La Quinta Resort & Club, Palm Springs
La Quinta Resort & Club, Palm Springs
The Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa, Palm Springs
The Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa, Palm Springs

Best Golf Courses in Palm Springs

La Quinta Resort & Club, Palm Springs

La Quinta Resort & Club

Surrounded by the jaw-dropping Santa Rosa Mountains, La Quinta Resort & Club features luxury accommodation options with 5 incredible golf courses, one of which hosts annually on the PGA Tour.

  • Phenomenal 5 championship golf courses
  • Annual Tour host on the PGA West Stadium Course
The Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa, Palm Springs

The Westin Mission Hills Resort

Palm Springs thrives with golfing options, and the Mission Hills Resort, with its two outstanding championship courses, is undoubtedly one of the headlining acts in the area.

  • Gary Player and Pete Dye championship courses
  • Set on the stunning Rancho Mirage estate
Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa, Palm Springs

Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort

Based on 45 acres of lush gardens and beautiful water features, the Indian Wells Resort offers golfers visiting the Palm Springs area a golfing oasis in the middle of the desert.

  • 2 18-hole championship golf courses
  • Previously hosted on the PGA Tour

Things to do in Palm Springs

Attractions, Palm Springs

Attractions

The desert landscape in Palm Springs provides a climate ideal for outdoor activities for a majority of the year. With multiple trails to check out by bike or foot, you will be sure to want to make use of incredible weather. San Jacinto Peak is one the highlights providing sublime views of Palm Springs, or for those looking for a more relaxing day, but still admire the surrounding views, The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is sure to impress, without the hiking ordeal.

Nightlife, Palm Springs

Nightlife

Palm Springs has had a long reputation for its toned down nightlife, but with an influx of new bars attracting a younger crowd, Palm Springs now attracts visitors from the popular destinations of Los Angeles and Orange County who are looking to have an evening drink or two. So before heading back to the hotel, go check out some of the latest bars and casinos that Palm Springs has to offer.

Restaurants, Palm Springs

Restaurants

Palm Springs has a constantly changing and developing food scene, with a lot of the pushes in the culinary service is from the resurgence in hotels and their dining options. This includes the recent Arrive Palm Springs, located in the hip Uptown Design District, and the L’Horizon Hotel, a fabulous 1950’s refurbishment icon that reopened with all its glamour on and off the menu.

Drive Times in Palm Springs

Nothing says ‘America’ like cruising down the highway, heading somewhere awesome. Take a look at drive times from Palm Springs to key attractions to visit during your stay.

Drive Times by Car

  • Palm Springs to Los Angeles

    2 hrs

  • Palm Springs to San Diego

    2.5 hrs

  • Palm Springs to Las Vegas, Nevada

    4 hrs

  • Palm Springs to Phoenix, Arizona

    4 hrs

Flights & Weather

The best way to get to Palm Springs is through flying to Los Angeles Airport, then just under 2 hours drive to the centre of Palm Springs. Take a look at some key flight details, with tips of when the best time of year is to travel.

Flights & Weather

  • London to Los Angeles

    11 hrs

  • Destination Airport

    Los Angeles International - LAX

  • High Season Dates

    November - April

  • High Season Temperatures

    22 - 32° C

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