INDIAN WELLS VACATION RENTALS, CALIFORNIA |
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Why Vacation in Indian Wells |
| Seventeen miles from Palm Springs, Indian Wells is an unmatched desert haven, home to spectacular mountain landscapes, impressive palm trees and an equally diverse range of vacation rentals. Indian Wells with its myriad choices of leisure and active pursuits is an ideal choice for those vacationers who wish to see the valley from its calmer surroundings. |
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Indian Wells Vacation Rental Information |
Counted amongst the most affluent cities in the country, Indian Wells is an amazing tourist destination, offering a host of comfortable vacation rental, to suit all budgets.
Find a home away from home at the private vacation rental condos or condominiums, vacation rental houses and luxury vacation rental villas available for rent at Indian Wells.
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Choose from Indian Wells vacation rentals nestled in the serenity of the mountains, on the lakeside or go for those closer to downtown.
Find sleeping space for 1 to 8 people in these Indian Wells vacation rental accommodations that have 1-bedroom to 4-bedrooms. Private pools, Jacuzzis, high-speed Internet, central air-conditioning, telephones, refrigerators, fully stocked kitchen and cable TVs facilitate a comfortable and stress-free stay. Fireplaces are common at most Indian wells vacation rentals here, and many of the vacation rentals are inside gated communities. |
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Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Indian Wells |
| Rent might have to be paid in advance. You will usually be required to pay a security deposit in order to get confirmed reservations at Indian Wells vacation rentals. Check for minimum stay requirements. Some Indian Wells vacation rentals do not allow children below 12 years of age. |
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Must See in Indian Wells |
The Eisenhower Walk of Honor is located on the south side of Indian Wells City Hall in a quiet park-like setting with walkways, shade trees, and lovely flowers. The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens, located in both Indian Wells and neighboring Palm Desert, is 1200 acres of wildlife fun. It offers exotic and unusual desert animals, picturesque hiking trails, and impressive exhibits.
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Take a short drive to Palm Desert to enjoy performances at McCallum Theatre. Nearby Palm Springs also provides a splendid opportunity for organizing a day trip. Visit the many attractions of the area including Palm Springs Desert Museum, Indian Canyons and Joshua Tree National Park. |
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Sights and Attractions in Indian Wells |
| The Eisenhower Walk of Honor is located on the south side of Indian Wells City Hall is a must see once you are at Indian wells. Other than that, you can explore the attractions that the nearby areas of Palm Springs, Palm Desert and the whole of Palm Spring Area have to offer. Be it The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens, Palm Canyon or Palm Springs Desert Museum, you’ll never be bereft of choices here.
• Eisenhower Walk of Honor and Veterans Memorial
• Palm Canyon
• The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens
• Palm Springs Desert Museum
• Palm Springs Air Museum |
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Outdoor Recreation in Indian Wells |
| Several active pursuits await your arrival at Indian Wells. The most prominent and the exclusive one would be the ride up the mountain in the aerial tramway. Then there are casinos for those fond of trying their fortune. Hiking, tennis, hot air balloon rides and jeep tours will occupy the rest of your time.
• Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
• Hiking
• Tennis
• Hot Air Ballooning
• Jeep Tours |
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Golfing in Indian Wells |
Rated among the "Top 10 Resorts in California" by California Golf Magazine, the Indian Wells Golf Resort provides two championship courses, both 36-holes, par 72, which are open to public. Explore the newest high-tech golf equipment at the golf shop. Set amid rolling greens, paved walkways and clear lakes, the Ted Robinson-designed championship golf course is a heaven for both novice and an aficionado at golf. The course is equipped with latest technology and Parview GPS tracking system, which enables automated yardage and scoring information.
Those keen on acquiring the skills of the game can avail lessons from PGA professional instructors at Indian Wells Golf School. You can learn from certified professionals, combined with latest technology and can even benefit from personal training lessons, and that too at affordable prices. |
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Indian Wells Fairs and Festivals |
Indian Wells hosts innumerable thrilling and well-known events and programs, enthused with traditional and international flavors. The annual Indian Wells Arts Festival, held at Indian Wells Tennis Garden in the month of March is a 3 day fare, which displays decorative art works from over 200 artists. The festival features live entertainment, wine and refreshments, several kid’s activities and lots more. Admission costs $7 per person and free for children (under 13.) General car parking is free of charge.
Indian Wells Desert Symphony at McCallum Theatre celebrates music in a grand manner. With the participants including international musicians and remarkable artists, headed by Maestro Edwin R. Benachowski present a series of inspiring musical performances.
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Dining and Nightlife in Indian Wells |
You can choose from an array of delectable international cuisines and local flavors, thanks to availability freshest of California ingredients. Home to a number of award winning chefs, Indian wells offers enticing dining options in an elegant and stylish atmosphere, complimented by a year-round pleasant climate.
For some fine dining head to Le St. Germain, where Executive Chef Didier Tsirony offers award-winning blends French and Californian flavors. A hot favorite since 1981, Don Diego's, a winner of several awards, is a house of mouth-watering Mexican delicacies along with juicy steaks, chicken and shrimp delights.
For some more choices in fine dining you can head to Loren, which is a spectacular Mediterranean-style restaurant. You can relish innovative American-Continental cuisine along with your choice of award-winning vintages and wines. If you wish to pamper your taste buds with some Italian fare, the multiple award-winning Sirocco is right here, which has even earned the number one Italian restaurant status in the whole of Palm Springs area.
Jake's Lounge at Indian Wells Resort Hotel here, offers live music for those who do not like to sleep away their nights. Along the highway 111 is Miramonte Lounge and Miramonte Lounge at Miramonte Resort & Spa, are also famous for live night entertainment at Indian Wells.
Don’t be disheartened by the small number of nightclubs and bars in Indian Wells. Remember Palm Springs and Palm Desert are only a short distance away, where innumerable choices of night entertainment await all the night owls.
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Shopping in Indian Wells |
You can shop for everything, right from apparel to home furnishings at The Village at Indian Wells. Here you will find several specialty and gift shops. Once at Indian Wells, you can be assured that you’ve landed in the area’s best shopping hub in the desert. You can browse through fascinating boutiques, signature retail stores and indulge in some branded espionage as you start to shop at Indian Wells.
On Thursday nights from 6 PM to 10 PM, the blocks from Amado and Baristo roads at Palm Springs get change into a Village Fest, where you can shop for some interesting handicrafts, aromatic foods, mouthwatering fresh-produce and some indigenous goods, and can even catch street performances.
Indian Wells is also in proximity to many of Southern California’s foremost shopping districts – be it El Paseo designer stores, outlets at Desert Hills to the extensive shopping district of Westfield Shoppingtown. You'll discover everything from unique presents and souvenirs to unbeatable bargains. |
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Best Times to Visit Indian Wells |
Indian Wells sees an average annual temperature of 74º F and gets almost 350 wonderful days of sunshine. The temperature may sometimes go above 100º F. Due to little rainfall humidity levels remain comfortably low.
Avoid Indian Wells during peak summer to escape uncomfortably high temperatures. Rest of the year is a wonderful time to visit the city. |
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Time Zone for Indian Wells |
| Pacific Standard Time. |
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Getting To and Around Indian Wells |
The nearest airport to Indian Wells is Palm Springs International Airport, which is 5 miles away. You can access the city by road via its nearest highway intersection, Interstate 10. You can use shuttle service from airport or even board a taxi to Indian wells.
Getting around Indian Wells is fairly easy, thanks to the easily available car rentals. Regular shuttle services are also available, as is its developed public transport system.
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