Indian Wells Resort Hotel

The Indian Wells Resort Hotel is a historic boutique property located along Highway 111 beside Indian Wells Country Club. Founded by Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz in 1957 as the Desi Arnaz Western Hills Hotel, the resort combines Old Hollywood history with a relaxed desert setting. Today, it offers guest rooms and suites with private balconies or patios, a resort-style swimming pool, outdoor lounge areas, on-site dining and live entertainment. Its central Indian Wells location also provides convenient access to golf, tennis, restaurants and neighboring resorts.

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• Explore the Indian Wells Tennis Garden

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