The Desert Springs, JW Marriott Resort & Spa, located in the heart of California's Coachella Valley and framed by three majestic mountain ranges, is a sprawling oasis offering a remarkable contrast to the stark beauty of the desert. The four-star, four-diamond property opened in February 1987 and is one of the largest resort and convention complexes in the southwestern United States. The resort's 884 guest rooms and suites are located in wings surrounding swimming pools, lakes, verdant fairways, lush English gardens, and manicured lawns. Guestrooms are spacious and include separate tubs and showers, CD players, and private balconies. Recreation facilities include two Ted Robinson championship golf courses, an 18-hole putting course, 20 tennis courts, basketball courts, lawn croquet, and biking.

• Room Types: Standard Guestroom(s)

At the foothills of the majestic San Jacinto Mountains, in the exclusive community of Indian Wells, lies a private desert retreat of exceptional beauty. Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa, a 530-room resort, includes deluxe guestrooms, Penthouse Suites and private Villas with butler service. In this secluded 35-acre oasis, luxurious style and California ambiance is complemented by a lush landscape of formal gardens and seven pools. One of which is designated adults only and offers 16 state-of-the-art cabanas with ceiling fans, Internet access and color TV's. The resort is surrounded by two 18-hole championship golf courses.

The nurturing opulence of Agua Serena Spa brings an extraordinary approach to restoring body, mind and spirit. Spend the day and enjoy one of 18 treatment rooms, the Salon at Agua Serena , the 24-hour fitness center, plunge pools and aerobics area. The Medical and Skin Spa provides a full range of non-invasive cosmetic wellness treatments along with comprehensive anti-aging and preventive medicine programs.

The resort offers a wide range of dining and entertainment options combining elegance and casual informality, and minutes away there's an abundance of specialty boutiques along El Paseo Drive. At Hyatt Grand Champions, guests are treated to lavish amenities and impeccable service.

• Room Types: Guestroom(s),Pool Or Golf View Room(s),Regency Club Room(s)

"A destination rich with history," La Quinta is Palm Springs' oldest and most distinctive resort. The resort features 640 guest casitas, each a Spanish-style cottage with private patio. Luxuries include 25 swimming pools and 38 hot spas. The 23,000-square-foot Spa offers indigenous spa treatments and the 3,500-square-foot fitness center features state-of-the-art equipment, personal training, and more. There are several restaurants on property, including the Montanas, which features innovative Mediterranean cuisine, and the Adobe Grill serving regional Mexican cuisine. The Golf or Tennis Clubhouses are perfect for a light breakfast or lunch. The Plaza is the centerpiece of the resort, a one-of-a-kind area for shopping, patio dining, or simply enjoying the view. With all of this and five jaw-dropping golf courses, La Quinta offers all you could want in a golf destination.

• Room Types: Resort Guestroom(s),Resort Guestroom(s),Resort Guestroom(s),Resort Guestroom(s)

With The Pete Dye Resort Course on property and The Gary Player Signature Course nearby, The Westin offers arguably the best golf in Palm Springs. You'll find this AAA Four-Diamond resort in Rancho Mirage, just a few miles from the lovely shops, enticing casinos, and thrilling nightlife that makes Palm Springs such a popular destination. The building itself features dramatic Spanish-Moorish architecture and is set on 360 acres with beautifully landscaped courtyards and extensive waterways. Resort guests love the resort's three pools, the Spa at Mission Hills, and additional recreational facilities such as tennis, hiking, jogging, basketball, and more. It's truly one of Southern California's best choices for a golf vacation.

• Room Types: Standard Guestroom(s)