Inland Empire

Travel Guide

Daytime aerial view of the urban downtown area and mountains of Palm Desert, California, USA.
Daytime aerial view of the urban downtown area and mountains of Palm Desert, California, USA.
Rim of the World Panorama
Rim of the World Panorama
Daytime aerial view of downtown Rancho Cucamonga, California, USA.

Where to stay in Inland Empire

Mountain lake and sky view in Big Bear California

Moonridge

Skiing and mountain views are notable features of Moonridge. You might consider stopping by Big Bear Mountain Resort while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Moonridge
Palm Springs Art Museum which includes interior views and art

Downtown Palm Springs

4.5/5(38 area reviews)

Downtown Palm Springs is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Plaza Theatre and Agua Caliente Casino, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Palm Springs.

Downtown Palm Springs
Joshua Tree National Park, Spring, California

Monument Manor

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Monument Manor and surrounding area, you can visit Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance and Hi-Desert Cultural Center.

Monument Manor
Joshua Tree National Park Landscape Series, Keys View summit at sunset, a high viewpoint with mesas, Coachella Valley, Palm Springs, and Mt San Jacinto, Southern California, USA

Panorama Heights

While Panorama Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance and Hi-Desert Cultural Center.

Panorama Heights
Snapped this shot as I was leaving my hotel in PS. The sky with the building, palm trees, and flowers all caught my eye and blended well together. No filter!

Baristo

3/5(1 area review)

While visiting Baristo, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza Theatre and Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture and Design Center.

Baristo
 View from my hotel in Palm Springs Cali

Midtown

If you're spending some time in Midtown, Palm Springs Convention Center and Agua Caliente Casino are top sights worth seeing.

Midtown
Aqua Soleil Hotel & Mineral Water Spa

Aqua Soleil Hotel & Mineral Water Spa

3 out of 5
14500 Palm Drive Desert Hot Springs CA
The price is HK$679 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
HK$679
HK$781 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Desert Hot Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,203 reviews)
Room was clean, pool was excellent, and spa in the room was very nice

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Aqua Soleil Hotel & Mineral Water Spa
Miracle Springs Resort & Spa

Miracle Springs Resort & Spa

3 out of 5
10625 Palm Dr Desert Hot Springs CA
The price is HK$546 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
HK$546
HK$711 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Desert Hot Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,780 reviews)
I can only say that the owners are not interested in investing in this property to do any upgrades. We go every year. Its sad to see that it's degrading. Dirty carpets on the stairs, hallways, rooms. Dirty walls and windows. Old shower heads and leaking water in the bathroom. Some rooms have been ...

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
41-000 Bob Hope Dr. Rancho Mirage CA
The price is HK$2,785 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
HK$2,785
HK$3,551 total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Rancho Mirage. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,831 reviews)
We loved the property! Three pools and plenty of seating. The lazy river was a lot of fun. Staff was friendly and helpful. We loved the cucumber water at the front entrance! The rooms could’ve been a tad bit cleaner.. they were large and beautiful, but there was remnants of sunscreen, fingerprints ...

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lagonita Lodge

Lagonita Lodge

3 out of 5
183 Lagonita Ln Big Bear Lake CA
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,130 reviews)
Enjoyed the hospitality of this place.. well worth the stay

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Lagonita Lodge
The Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas, Palm Springs

The Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas, Palm Springs

4 out of 5
71777 Dinah Shore Drive Rancho Mirage CA
Stay at this business-friendly condo in Rancho Mirage. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 hot tubs and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (780 reviews)
Beautiful Pool. Waterslide didn't operate the hours it said it would though

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

The Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas, Palm Springs
Postcard Cabins Big Bear, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Big Bear, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
2001 Wilderness Rd Running Springs CA
Stay at this cabin in Running Springs. Enjoy free parking, patios and housekeeping. Popular attractions Snow Valley and SkyPark at Santa's Village are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
Wonderful Atmosphere

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Postcard Cabins Big Bear, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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