Best Family-Friendly Hotels and Resorts in Greater Palm Springs
Family vacations in Greater Palm Springs balance relaxation for parents with endless fun for kids. These top resorts and hotels in the Coachella Valley offer kid-friendly dining, engaging activities, and amenities for all ages, ensuring everyone enjoys the desert getaway.
The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa
A family paradise in the desert, The Westin Mission Hills provides daily activities to keep boredom at bay. The Kids Club offers crafts, games, and "Kids’ Night Out" sessions, allowing parents a relaxing evening at the resort's restaurants or bars.
Enjoy Dive-In Movies with family films projected poolside on an inflatable screen, plus explore the on-site animals for added excitement.
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
Splashtopia waterpark is the star attraction, featuring two 100-foot waterslides, a 425-foot lazy river, and a sandy beach area—perfect for aquatic adventures.
On land, "Kidtopia" programs include art projects, crafts, face painting, and special movie nights for non-stop fun.
Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa
Families love the variety of games and activities, from bocce, foosball, and ping pong to water sports, a dedicated family pool with waterslide, and more to wear out energetic kids.
Don't miss s'mores roasts, stargazing under clear desert skies, or the thrilling Desert Pipe—a massive transparent orb that spins high above like a barrel over Niagara Falls.
The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage
Nestled on a mountainside with stunning Coachella Valley views, The Ritz-Carlton Rancho Mirage is ideal for all ages, renowned as one of Palm Springs' most kid-friendly resorts.
The Ritz Kids program provides supervised full- or half-day care with creative activities for ages 5-12, including painting, movies, and feeding the pet lizard. Teens enjoy pool tables, video games, cornhole, and mini golf on the expansive lawns.
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
Exotic birds in the lobby, including pink flamingos and swans, captivate kids from arrival. Daily bird talks offer educational fun, complemented by five pools, mini golf, croquet, and kid-friendly meals like Oreo sundaes or room-service pizza with Netflix or Hulu.
Avalon Hotel Palm Springs
Steps from downtown Palm Springs on a spacious property, Avalon blends chic adult appeal with family perks: 24-hour kids' pool, babysitting services, lawn games, and complimentary bikes for exploration.
Greater Palm Springs boasts diverse family-friendly hotels, from luxury resorts to stylish stays. For more choices, view our full list of Greater Palm Springs hotels.
