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Sands Hotel and Spa, Palm Desert
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Palm Desert · CA

Sands Hotel and Spa

★★★★★
Provider-supplied star rating (LiteAPI)
9.3/10 408 reviews

Best time to visit Sands Hotel and Spa: weather and the prices we have observed, by month →

Best time to visit

June is historically the best month for Palm Desert

June is when Palm Desert is at its best — 100% of days are warm with over 6 hours of sun and rain falls on just 0% of days (n=240, ERA5 2018–2025). Median sunshine: 13.8h per day.

100% warm+sunny · 0% rain days · n=240

ERA5 reanalysis 2018–2025 — historical likelihood, not a forecast. Full almanac for Palm Desert in June →

Palm Desert by month — ERA5 8-year history. Warm+6h sun = days ≥72°F with >6h sunshine.
Month Warm+sun Rain days Avg high n
January 24% 11% 68°F 248
February 47% 12% 71°F 226
March 64% 14% 76°F 248
April 94% 2% 88°F 240
May 99% 1% 94°F 248
June 100% 0% 104°F 240
July 100% 1% 109°F 248
August 99% 5% 107°F 248
September 99% 4% 101°F 240
October 99% 1% 90°F 248
November 70% 8% 76°F 240
December 25% 12% 69°F 248

What guests say

Verbatim from provider sentiment analysis. We publish both sides — the cons are why the pros are believable.

Praised
  • Friendly staff
  • Great amenities
Criticised
  • AC issues
  • Room size concerns

Based on 408 guest reviews (provider-supplied sentiment, LiteAPI).

Facilities

65 amenities on record. Grouped by category — spa/pool/beach/golf lead.

Beach & Pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Swimming pool
Spa & Wellness
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage services
  • Spa/wellness center
Golf
  • Golf course
Dining
  • Bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Free Parking
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Valet parking
45 other amenities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Adult only
  • Air conditioning
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • First aid kit available
  • Free WiFi
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Invoice provided
  • Key card access
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pet basket
  • Pet bowls
  • Pets allowed
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Room service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • WiFi available
  • Wine/champagne

Room types

12 room types on record from the provider. No price shown without a live quote.

  • Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    2× Queen bed (151-180 cm wide) 28 sqm (301 sq ft) Up to 4 guests

    Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. Boasting a patio, this quadruple room also offers air conditioning, a mini-bar and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.

  • Deluxe King Room
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 33 sqm (355 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

  • King Room - Disability Access
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 28 sqm (301 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker and a wardrobe. The unit has 1 bed.

  • Classic King Room
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 28 sqm (301 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

  • Superior King Room
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 30 sqm (323 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

  • Suite
    93 sqm (1001 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. A seating area with a flat-screen TV, a desk, a balcony and a private bathroom are featured in this spacious suite.

  • Classic Room, 1 Bedroom
    28 m2 (301 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    <p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>300-sq-foot room with a balcony/patio </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom and sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 50+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

  • Deluxe Double Room
    33 m2 (355 sq ft) Up to 3 guests

    <p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>350-sq-foot room with a balcony/patio </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 50+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

  • Junior Suite
    1× King bed (151-180 cm wide) Up to 2 guests

    <p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Features a private balcony/patio</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

  • Superior Room
    30 m2 (323 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    <p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>325-sq-foot room with a balcony/patio </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 50+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

  • Deluxe Room, Ensuite
    33 m2 (355 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    <p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>350-sq-foot room with a balcony/patio </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 50+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

  • Le Riad
    1× King bed (151-180 cm wide) Up to 2 guests

    <p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>Features a private balcony/patio</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom, living room, and sitting area</p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with premium channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), and room service (limited hours)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

About the property

Luxurious Mountain Views

Elegant Accommodations: Enjoy a stay at Sands Hotel and Spa where each guest room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms even offer breathtaking pool views.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in Mediterranean cuisine at the on-site restaurant, catering to various dietary needs with vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options.

Relaxation and Recreation: Unwind by the outdoor pool or explore the surrounding mountains with complimentary bicycle rentals. With a 24-hour front desk and concierge service, your comfort is our top priority.

Experience luxury and serenity at Sands Hotel and Spa. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Description from provider (LiteAPI). Not generated or paraphrased.

Stay details

Check-out
12:00 PM
Pets
Not permitted
Children
Adults only
Parking
FREE

Weather in Palm Desert

7-day run 7–13 Nov, zero rain · 7 clear, rain on 4 of 16 forecast days (48h)

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Property data from LiteAPI, including photos, facilities, rooms, policies and sentiment analysis. Star rating is provider-supplied. Guest rating shown only when a review count is available — never invented. No price is shown without a live quote. No awards are claimed that are not in the provider record. Weather data from ERA5 reanalysis (Open-Meteo); almanac figures are 8-year historical likelihoods, not forecasts. All model logic is on our methodology page.