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Vista Mirage Resort

Palm Springs

Situated in Palm Springs, 1.5 km from Palm Springs Convention Center, Vista Mirage Resort features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. 6.6 km from Palm Springs Visitor Center and 7.2 km from Escena Golf Club, the property provides a tennis court and barbecue facilities. The property is non-smoking and is located 3 km from O'Donald Golf Course. Great location, good size unit. Full kitchen was great. Very quiet and great beds.

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9.1
Superb
474 reviews
Price from
BGN 506
per night

Mission Pacific Beach Resort, part of JdV by Hyatt 4 stars

Oceanside

Feel the spirited energy of Oceanside at the #1 Hotel in San Diego voted by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ in 2022 when you escape to Mission Pacific Beach Resort. Taste true culinary craftsmanship dining at Chef Roberto Alcocer’s homage to Baja, MICHELIN Star restaurant, Valle; mingle and dance at The Rooftop Bar’s lively sky bar deck and pool; sip slow at High/Low’s beachfront café and step back in time when you visit the historic Top Gun House: home of the famous HIGH-pie. I liked the cleanliness and style of the hotel. It offered so much, food, service, nice pool with a great view and a cool bar on top.

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9
Superb
245 reviews
Price from
BGN 515
per night

Calamigos Guest Ranch and Beach Club 5 stars

Malibu

Each air-conditioned room at this resort offers free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. Certain units include a seating area for your convenience. A balcony or patio are featured in certain rooms. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. Absolutely everything. Paradise. We are bringing our family back here.

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9.3
Superb
140 reviews
Price from
BGN 1,574
per night

Sparrows Lodge 4 stars

Palm Springs Uptown, Palm Springs

Featuring an outdoor pool, this resort is for guests 21 years of age or older. The property is 5 minutes’ drive to Palm Springs Art Museum. Styled in modern décor, each studio provides free WiFi.

Tennis courts and free use of bicycles are offered to guests of this resort. The relaxing, almost retreat atmosphere. poolside was superb, sun cream, iced water and towels. room was super with front loungers and a table to sit plus a rear private patio. staff super friendly and a great continental breakfast

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9
Superb
101 reviews
Price from
BGN 608
per night

Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel 4 stars

Alpine

Viejas Hotel features 203 luxury rooms and 34 VIP suites, including a lush, spacious pool and lounge area. The adult-only tower at Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel, Willows Hotel & Spa, offers an additional 159 VIP suites, luxury spa facilities, saltwater pools, and a newly expanded gaming area. The staff was amazing especially guest services !

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9
Superb
193 reviews
Price from
BGN 436
per night

Bernardus Lodge & Spa 5 stars

Carmel Valley

This Carmel Valley resort boasts star-rated dining, a wellness spa and outdoor heated pool. A limestone fireplace, 2-person soaking tub and down feather bedding are featured in each guest room. Monterey Bay Aquarium is 19 km away. The rooms are large and comfortable. Very nice touch of complimentary snacks and wine + Nespresso machine in the room. We did not make use of the spa and pool but access to sauna and steam room is allowed. Staff is very friendly and helpful, including at the restaurant. Food of very good quality and taste.

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9.1
Superb
172 reviews
Price from
BGN 952
per night

The Westin Anaheim Resort 4 stars

Anaheim

The Westin Anaheim Resort features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and bar in Anaheim. Featuring a shared lounge, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and room service for guests. Beautiful lobby, huge bedroom, friendly & attentive staff. Wonderful hotel all round.

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9.1
Superb
878 reviews
Price from
BGN 595
per night

Lakewood Cabins 3 stars

Big Bear Lake

A short walk from Big Bear Lake, this California accommodation offers fishing, hiking and horseback riding. BBQ facilities and a children’s playground are located on site. All units include free Wi-Fi.

Big Bear Mountain Resorts are 1.5 miles from the accommodation. The Big Bear Discovery Centre is 7 minutes’ drive away. Neatly furnished and well equipped. Lot‘s of everything like towels, kitchen fully loaded. Perfect also for a longer stay.

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9.2
Superb
174 reviews
Price from
BGN 386
per night

Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage 4 stars

Rancho Mirage

Featuring mountain views, the modern rooms at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa Rancho Mirage are bright and comfortably furnished. All rooms include luxury linens.

Conveniently located at the Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa Rancho Mirage, the Sunstone Spa offers body treatments and massages as well as hair style, design and colour services. Couples’ therapy rooms with private outdoor decks are available. The staff are an asset to this resort. Friendly and helpful.

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9
Superb
494 reviews
Price from
BGN 362
per night

Desert Isle Resort, a VRI resort 3 stars

Palm Springs

Located in Palm Springs, Desert Isle Resort, a VRI resort sits on seven acres and offers units with full kitchen facilities and free WiFi. It features 2 heated outdoor pools, 2 tennis courts, and 2 racquetball courts. Absolutely perfect. This was a very last minute booking as a result of Death Valley being closed after the floods and mudslides. Everything about this place was fantastic and mémorable. First and foremost the staff are 100 % awesome : kind, helpful and genuine. The apartment has everything and more. The resort is fabulous and has a supermarket opposite. We loved our last minute change of plan and warmly recommend this great hotel. An oasis in the oasis.

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9.1
Superb
340 reviews
Price from
BGN 395
per night

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