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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. Vista Mirage was absolutely wonderful. The apartments were clean, we had everything we needed and the team that worked at the resort were amazing. They went out of their way to ensure we had a marvellous break. Big thanks to David who couldn't have been more helpful from the first day when he ensured we could get into one of our rooms a bit early. He was exceptionally kind. The pool was beautiful, the gardens and communal areas clean and tidy, the laundry facilities super accessible and the location perfect for our elderly parents who weren't driving but found the walk to the local Ralph's and CVS really helpful. We were there for a family get together over the holidays and it was perfect. It definitely exceeded our expectations and we will go again.

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9.1
Wonderful
470 reviews
Price from
£195
per night

Calamigos Guest Ranch and Beach Club

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. The property is well maintained on the nice hills 10 min away from Malibu beaches and beach clubs. Staff is always very kind and keen to help. We stayed in the Estate Room 1 and found it perfect for us. Full marks!

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9.3
Wonderful
141 reviews
Price from
£628
per night

Sparrows Lodge

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 Sparrow is a little piece of heaven. You walk through the doors and you are in a little oasis. The rooms are a bit retro and very comfortable The staff are very friendly and the food is delicious . Having my morning coffee in front the firepit or eating under the lemon tress was so delightful. We will go back for sure

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9
Wonderful
103 reviews
Price from
£180
per night

Bernardus Lodge & Spa

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. Beautiful location, great rooms, helpful staff

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9.1
Wonderful
176 reviews
Price from
£342
per night

The Westin Anaheim Resort

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. Luxurious hotel, the gym was amazing!

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9.1
Wonderful
873 reviews
Price from
£211
per night

Lakewood Cabins

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. Cute setting, recently updated with a chic cabin decor, lastly Dave the manager was very friendly and welcoming and made our stay special.

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9.2
Wonderful
174 reviews
Price from
£196
per night

Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage

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. Always starts off with Eric’s smile at the front desk. He always sets the tone for us. Housekeeping does a great job. Always clean. Rooms are well laid out.

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9
Wonderful
503 reviews
Price from
£133
per night

Desert Isle Resort, a VRI resort

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. Staff were excellent! Let us check in early and check out late due to delayed flight.

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9.1
Wonderful
339 reviews
Price from
£148
per night

The Inn on Pine

Calistoga

Near Mount St. Helena, this Calistoga resort is 5 miles from the Petrified Forest. It provides an outdoor pool and spacious rooms feature large bathrooms with a whirlpool tub.

Bothe-Napa Valley State Park is 3.6 miles from the resort. Old Faithful, the geyser of California, is a 5 minute drive away. Super friendly people working at The Inn on Pine! Perfect location in Calistoga to explore all the Napa Valley treasures. Cozy and clean room with a very comfortable bed. Little kitchenette with a fridge, microwave, sink, winecooler etc. The complementary continental breakfast is just superb.

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9.3
Wonderful
400 reviews
Price from
£144
per night

Malibu Beach Inn

Malibu

Featuring a soothing luxury spa and rooms with private balconies overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean, Malibu Beach Inn lies 10 miles outside downtown Malibu. Free WiFi is available.

Malibu Beach Inn guests have direct access to the private beach. Veronica's Skin and Body Care Spa offers offers a menu of exotic massages and treatments that can also be performed in guests’ rooms. These was my first time in Malibu and I most say the hotel blew my mind away , the attention to details was top notch , the staffs new my name immediately I mentioned my name to them even without checking their register, once you arrive you’re offered freshly baked cookies from the chef which was so yummy , the room was so comfortable and the bathroom was sparkling clean , sleeping to the sound of the ocean wave was a bucket list tick for me , breakfast was amazing and the view from the breakfast area was breathtaking

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9.1
Wonderful
408 reviews
Price from
£514
per night

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