The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage

A hillside resort above Rancho Mirage, with broad valley views, two pools, a spa and dining at The Edge Steakhouse and State Fare Bar & Kitchen.

• The draw: A resort stay shaped by the desert setting and the views.
• Best fit: Couples, a spa escape or travelers who plan to spend meaningful time at the resort.
• Pool choice: A main pool and a separate adults-only Vista Pool.
• Plan ahead: Reserve dining and treatments; check current day-visit options and your full overnight total.

The setting: see the valley from above

The approach to The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage takes you into the mountain edge above the city. Mark Miller’s September 21, 2026 photographs show why the setting matters: low resort buildings follow the hillside, palms soften the pool terraces, and the valley opens out beyond them.

The gallery gives you several useful perspectives. The wider views show how the resort sits against the desert; the closer images reveal the separate pool areas, cabanas and outdoor spaces. Use them to picture where you would spend the day, rather than judging a stay only by a room photograph.

Who will enjoy staying here?

Our editorial take: put this resort on your shortlist if the view, pool time, a treatment or a dinner on property is part of the reason for the trip. It makes particular sense when you want time between activities instead of a packed sightseeing schedule.

For a trip built around walking from your room to a neighborhood of restaurants and shops, weigh the hillside location carefully. Plan transportation for outings and compare the setting with the other choices in our Hotel & Resort Guide.

Two pools, two ways to spend the afternoon

The resort lists a heated main pool and the heated, adults-only Vista Pool, along with a whirlpool. The separate adult area gives travelers another option, while the resort itself is not adults-only. Cabanas can be reserved separately; confirm the area, occupancy and inclusions before booking one.

For a local pool day, check the official Marriott day-pass listing. Access depends on the date and the product available to book. A restaurant reservation or spa appointment should not be treated as automatic access to the resort pools.

Dining: choose the occasion

• The Edge Steakhouse: Steaks, seafood and valley views make this the special-dinner option. Check opening days and reserve ahead.
• State Fare Bar & Kitchen: California-focused cooking with seasonal ingredients, plus breakfast, lunch and dinner options.
• Air Pool Bar: Casual poolside food and drinks between swims.

For a visit centered on a meal, use the official dining page for menus and reservations. Ask about parking arrangements and the current dress code when booking.

Spa and wellness

The spa offers massages, facials and body treatments, with steam rooms, plunge-pool facilities and separate relaxation lounges. Appointments are required. The property also lists a fitness center.

Compare treatment length, time available to use the spa facilities and any access conditions before choosing a service. If you are visiting without an overnight stay, confirm exactly what your appointment includes. View the spa and book directly.

Before you book a room

• Choose the view: Compare the exact room category and outdoor space shown in the booking description.
• Club access: If the Club Lounge is important to your stay, select a booking that explicitly includes it.
• Compare the full quote: Include taxes, mandatory resort charges, overnight parking and any optional experiences. Check cancellation terms for your dates.
• Arriving: Palm Springs International Airport is the nearby airport; arrange your own transfer. The resort does not provide an airport shuttle.
• Individual needs: Confirm accessible-room features, pet arrangements and any special requests before paying.

Check rooms and current rates or call 760-321-8282.

Frequently asked questions

Explore more of Rancho Mirage

Browse our Rancho Mirage collection, compare another style of retreat at Sensei Porcupine Creek, or plan the rest of your visit with the Coachella Valley Visitor Guide and Atlas.

Original photography by Mark Miller, September 21, 2026. This visual guide combines those photographs with official resort information; it is not an overnight-stay review.