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71333 Dinah Shore Drive, Rancho Mirage, California 92270 USA
+1 760-328-5955
3.8 893 Reviews
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Area & Activities

Rated one of the Top 50 Golf Resorts in North America by Golf Digest, The Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa offers two championship 18-hole courses, perfect for all skill levels, which are surrounded by the deserts and mountains of Rancho Mirage. During your golf vacation, explore the surrounding Californian landscape at nearby Desert Adventures, swim and play at waterpark Wet 'n' Wild or take a ride on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. In the evenings, try your luck at Agua Caliente Casino or wander the Shops on El Paseo and the Cabazon Outlets.

Upcoming Weather

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Adopt-a-Pet

Here at The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa, we love dogs. In partnership with Animal Samaritans we assist in finding permanent homes for dogs by hosting individual canines until they are adopted.
Dog Adoption At The Westin Mission Hills

Lobby Habitat

The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa offers an innovative and educational way to bring nature to you! Located around the property are animal habitats as well as birds in residence. Photo op signs around the property tell more about each kind of animal and are located at the best places to view each one. Make a photo collection of all the wonderful creatures you meet!
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Summer Chillabration Activities & Events

Dip into The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa and chill out this summer with activities for the whole family to enjoy!
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Las Hadas Pool

Westin Habitats & Resort Animals

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Westin Terrarium

The Westin Terrarium, located in the Lobby, is home to a variety of reptiles and amphibians.

Ponds: Home to Koi, Turtle and Catfish

Our koi pond is home to colorful koi ranging from 2-3 inches to over a foot long. Our turtle pond is home to red-eared sliders, swimming turtles often seen basking on rocks. Large catfish also live in our ponds and can be seen swimming slowly at the bottom. Join us for feeding daily at 11:00am.

Scooter's Den

Meet Scooter and Shelley, our African Spurred Tortoises, in "Scooter's Den". Join us for Scooter's daily feeding at 10:30am.

Flemish Giant Rabbits

When the weather's not too hot, Bella and Billy reside next door to Scooter and Shelley. Bella and Billy are Flemish Giant Rabbits.

Resident Birds

Mallard ducks, Canadian Geese, Hummingbirds, a pair of swans named Dolly & Bert and George, the Night Heron round out the birds who nest around our resort.

Bee Apiary Tours

Learn about the importance of honey bees and take a tour of our working apiary. Tours are available on Sunday mornings from October through April, weather permitting.
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The Hideaway

Step away from the sun and tuck yourself in the Hideaway. Full of your favorite arcade games and more. The Hideaway is the perfect spot to stay cool and energized! Located just adjacent to the Oasis Den.

Gary Player Signature Golf Course

Twilight Golf

Experience Troon Golf as a family and introduce your children to the world's greatest game. Kids play golf for free after 3 pm when playing with a paying adult and enjoy a complimentary Callaway club rental. For more information, please contact the Golf Pro Shop at 760.328.3198.

Oasis Den

Family Movie Night

Enjoy a family movie together in Oasis Den on Friday & Saturday nights. Featured movies are listed in our calendar of events.

Additional On-Property Activities

Westin Family: Kids Club Discovery Room & Kids' Night Out

Children play and learn, while parents explore the resort. The Discovery Room features a series of daily activities for children ages 3-12. Kids' Night Out is available on Friday and Saturday evenings.
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Bicycle Rentals

Cruise The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa with our exclusive Nirve Beach Cruisers. Ride throughout the resort or take your bike for a spin throughout Rancho Mirage. Bicycle rentals are available on an hourly, daily or weekly basis by dialing ext. 2297 or stop by Las Brisas Pool.

The Fun Zone

Kids can enjoy arts, crafts and fun activities in The Fun Zone! A variety of changing activities includes pet rocks, pottery painting, sand art, string art, balloon animals and more! Learn more through the Kids' Club Discovery Room.

Family and Children's Activities

5.2 miles

Escape Games at The River

Phone: +1 760-668-9041

The clock is ticking, you have 60 minutes to locate hidden objects, figure out clues, and solve a series of puzzles in order to escape.

2.3 miles

Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert

Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert is a special place where children and families can experience the joy of learning about themselves and the world around them. Exhibits and programs inspire curiosity and creativity through hands-on exploration.

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Outdoor Adventures

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Joshua Tree National Park

Joshua Tree National Park covers 792,510 acres of pristine, desert wilderness. Hiking, camping, photography, nature-watching, mountain biking, world-class rock and boulder climbing are the main activities in which park-goers engage. There are four visitor centers: Joshua Tree, Oasis, Cottonwood and Black Rock Nature Center.

The Living Desert Zoo | Gardens

Encounter wonderful exhibits, hands-on adventures and plentiful learning experiences at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. Enjoy concerts, festivals and special events throughout the year. See the Gecko Gulch, the Eagle Canyon and the Lorikeets, among the 600 animals and 145 species at the zoo. You can even take a ride on a camel. Stop by the Discovery Center for information on the many offerings at the zoo and gardens.

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

Boasting the largest rotating aerial tramway in existence, Palm Springs Aerial Tramway ascends from Coachella Valley to the top of San Jacinto peak. It travels 2 1/2 miles over the cliffs of Chino Canyon. Enjoy this exciting attraction and take in unparalleled views of the desert below.

Desert Adventures

Go on an eco-adventure you'll never forget as your guided Jeep tour takes you through the landscape of the San Andreas Fault, stopping at various Palm Springs tourist attractions. Explore 840 acres of pristine wilderness showcasing a natural palm oasis, hiking trails, a recreated Cahuilla Indian Village and interpretive displays. Pan for gold in an Old Mining Camp.
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BNP Indian Wells Tennis Tournament

Held at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, this annual tournament is hosted over 20 tennis courts with a 16,100 set main stadium.

Coachella

Located at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, Coachella is a three-day festival held over two weekends in April. Join us and experience beautiful California weather and talented musicians.

Stagecoach

An annual outdoor music festival held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, CA. Music artists range from folk, country, bluegrass, roots rock, and alternative country.  

More Area & Activities

Water Park

Grab the family and head out to Wet N Wild Palm Springs. It's a Palm Springs tourist attraction that's not to be missed for those who enjoy water parks. Set on 52 acres, the Wet N Wild Palm Springs offers a day of rip-roaring water fun for all ages.

Shops on El Paseo

Often referred to as the ‘Rodeo Drive of the desert', El Paseo features over 250 designer boutiques, custom jewelers and upscale art galleries. Stop by The Gardens on El Paseo, a two level, open-air shopping and dining center with luxurious landscaping, dynamic water features and breathtaking desert views.

Cabazon Outlets & Desert Hills Premium Outlets

One of largest outlet malls in Southern California, The Cabazon Outlets and Desert Hills Premium Outlets provide every high-end brand name imaginable - at outlet prices.

Casino

Spend a day at Agua Caliente Casino and try your hand at Lady Luck. Enjoy all the latest slots and card games. Take in a live performance at 'The Show' - a concert theatre with 12 VIP boxes and more than 2,000 seats. Located less than two miles from our resort in nearby Rancho Mirage, this Palm Springs attraction is run by the Agua Caliente band of Cahuilla Indians and boasts one of the tallest buildings in our region.

Palm Springs Art Museum

As a beloved Palm Springs attraction and one of the premier mid-sized art museums in the country, the Palm Springs Art Museum collects and displays art from a broad range of time periods and genres.

Palm Springs Air Museum

Located just off the main runway of Palm Springs International Airport, The Palm Springs Air Museum features over 56,000 square feet of aviation history and education, along with one of the largest collections of flying WWII aircraft.

Sunnylands

Sunnylands was the celebrated estate of Ambassador Walter and Leonore Annenberg; visitors included Presidents, British Royalty, political figures, and icons. This historic home, education center, desert garden, and solar farm feature exhibitions, programs, films and tours.

McCallum Theater

The McCallum Theatre entertains the public with a wide variety of performing arts programs, including Broadway style shows and a diverse group of musical talent.

Palm Springs Village Fest

Wander the beautiful streets of Palm Springs while enjoying a diverse array of artists, artisans, entertainers, assorted fruits, vegetables, flowers, jewelry and international cuisine. Held every Thursday on Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs.

Local Attractions

Shields' Date Gardens

80225 CA-111

13.5 miles E from hotel

Indian Canyons

38500 South Palm Canyon Drive

12.7 miles E from hotel

Moorten Botanical Garden

S Palm Canyon Dr

9 miles E from hotel

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

1 Tram Way

20.1 miles W from hotel

Sunnylands

37977 Bob Hope Dr

2.5 miles W from hotel

Desert Adventures

7.1 miles from hotel

Palm Springs Celebrity Tours

5.4 miles from hotel

Adventure Hummer Tours

9.1 miles from hotel

Big Wheel Tours

7.4 miles from hotel

Balloons Above

9.3 miles from hotel

Area Sightseeing

Adventure Hummer Tours

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Adventure Hummer Tours

Balloons Above

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Balloons Above

Big Wheel Tours

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Big Wheel Tours

Desert Adventures

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Desert Adventures

Fantasy Balloon Flights

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Fantasy Balloon Flights

Palm Springs Celebrity Tours

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Palm Springs Celebrity Tours

Family and Children's Activities

Westin Family: Kids Club Discovery Room

Phone: "+1 760 3285955; ext= 2181"

Offering children ages 3-12 the opportunity to play and learn, while parents explore the resort. Activities include movies, music, Apple computers, games, storytelling and more! Open daily with morning, afternoon and all-day sessions. Call for fees.

Oasis Den & The Hideaway

Relax in our lounges with arcade games, air hockey, foosball, a pool table, reptile terrarium and more! Located across from the Lobby. Open daily.

More Activities

Bowling (15 miles) Hiking (8.5 miles) Horseback riding (15 miles) Mountain biking, trail (18 miles) Snow skiing (95 miles) Hunting (80 miles) Nature preserve, trail (8.5 miles) Rock climbing (42.5 miles)
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