The Mesa
Palm Springs
Popular places to visit
Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium
Learn how one family’s love of desert plants became a Palm Springs horticultural institution.
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Glide over cliffs, wildlife and several vegetation zones as this glass-enclosed ride carries you up dramatic mountainsides.
Palm Springs Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Palm Springs Convention Center during your trip to Palm Springs. Discover the area's spas or seek out its golf courses.
Palm Canyon
Palm Canyon is just one of the places to see in Palm Springs, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the lively festivals in this family-friendly area or seek out the hiking trails.
Indian Canyon
Hike in the footsteps of the Agua Caliente band of Cahuilla Indians on ancient walking trails through cool, palm-dotted canyons and timeless rock formations.
Palm Springs Art Museum
The story of the West and famous faces from the past all come alive at this Palm Springs institution.
Things to do
Palm Springs Architecture Tour – Self-Guided Drive
Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Palm Springs Windmill Tours
Merlin's Magic School Escape Room Game for Private Group
Bank Heist Escape Room Game for Private Group
Top hotels in The Mesa
Palm Mountain Resort and Spa
The resort shares a great location close to downtown, reasonable rates and its clean and friendly. Rooms are quiet but ordinary
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
Large, clean room. Amazing singing in the lounge in the evenings. Staff was all very kind. We didn’t use the pool but it looked very lovely with towels provided. The place is dated but it’s clean. Feels like stepping back in time and I loved it.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
Yes
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
Nice job guys, liked
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
The Dunes Hotel
Clean room, friendly staff. Shower wasn't very hot though. Otherwise a nice place to stay
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Palm Canyon Palm Springs
A great stay. Room was really a suite, size of a small condo- living room, kitchen, dining area, large bedroom, bathroom and a separate sink/dressing area. Extra towels and bedding. Everything spotless, inside rooms and in outside areas. Great large pool. Free parking, and quick travel to downtown ...
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Mesa
Twin Palms
While Twin Palms isn't home to many top sights, Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium and Indian Canyons Golf Resort are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tahquitz River Estates
Though Tahquitz River Estates may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium and Tahquitz Canyon.
Indian Canyon
While visiting Indian Canyon, you might make a stop by sights like Indian Canyons Golf Resort and Canyon Country Club North Golf Course.
Deepwell Estates
While there might not be top attractions in Deepwell Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium and Boomers! Palm Springs.
Historic Tennis Club
While visiting Historic Tennis Club, you might make a stop by sights like San Jacinto Mountains and Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument.
Warm Sands
When in Warm Sands, you can plan a visit to Agua Caliente Cultural Museum and Plaza Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
