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
Palm Springs Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile Game App!
Top hotels in The Mesa
Palm Mountain Resort and Spa
Nice room and staff. Beautiful surroundings.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Palm Desert
Always very nice front desk receptionist.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Palm Springs - Rancho Mirage
Clean room
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton
The staff is amazing, the rooms with pools in the courtyard were every enjoyable, Adobe and Morgan's served wonderful food, overall the best vacation we've had in a while.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
The Dunes Hotel
Quick & easy check in, friendly staff, clean room, pool & hot tub.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
Older but clean. Good service.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The Mesa
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
