Guests at the Hilton Garden Inn will get a sense of Palm Springs as soon as they arrive thanks to a pretty exterior that includes a red-tile roof, white stucco siding, and teal shutters. The bright, contemporary lobby welcomes visitors with a cheerful color scheme of yellow, white, and aqua and a small restaurant and bar offering breakfast and dinner. Outdoors, the lovely pool is surrounded by pink bougainvillea and provides a peaceful place to unwind. This hotel is an ideal pick for travelers who plan to spend most of their time here exploring the nearby sights. Those looking for a resort experience with more on-property offerings may want to try the four-pearl Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa. 

Located directly off of Highway 111, a main road between Rancho Mirage and Palm Springs, Hilton Garden Inn makes an easy home base for accessing the championship golf courses, award-winning spas, casinos, and beautiful hikes that the region is known for. Guests seeking retail therapy will appreciate the hotel's position just across the street from Rancho Mirage's premier shopping, dining, and entertainment destination: The River. 

• Five-minute walk to The River 
• Eight-minute drive to Sunnylands Center & Garden
• Eight-minute drive to College of the Desert
• 12-minute drive to Coachella Valley 
• 17-minute drive to Palm Springs International Airport 
• 20-minute drive to Downtown Palm Springs 
• 58-minute drive to Joshua Tree National Park

With clay-and-sand color schemes inspired by the hotel's desert setting, rooms are simple and comfortable, though slightly generic. Amenities are handy for a longer stay and include mini-fridges, microwaves, flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and coffeemakers. Work areas with a desk come standard in all units. Sixteen suites also include separate living areas with sofa sleepers, perfect for families or larger groups. Bathrooms are stocked with Neutrogena bath products and shower/tub combos. 

While the Hilton Garden Inn may not have a long list of amenities, it goes beyond the basics. The lobby lounge offers a few comfy seating areas while the Great American Grille, located on the ground floor, serves up breakfast and dinner as well as room service in the evening. There's also a 24-hour self-serve Pavilion Pantry, which offers a variety of snacks and drinks. The small fitness room provides everything needed for a simple workout, while the business center offers necessities like free printing. The real bang for the buck here can be found outside at the resort-style swimming pool, which includes chaise lounges and a whirlpool housed in a courtyard lined with pretty bougainvillea bushes. Free Wi-Fi is available. Outdoor parking is free.