- Hotel Website: The Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas, Palm Springs
- Location: Google Maps
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- Room Type: Villa – Livingroom, Kitchen, 1 King, Living/sitting area, Patio, Sunrise View
- Review Score: Results of our review
- Hotel Fact: The resort is a Marriott Vacation Club vs a traditional Westin Property!
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The spacious, full villa rentals that truly felt like a home away from home.
The convenience of the in-unit washer and dryer—a must for longer stays.
The incredible comfort of the signature Heavenly Bed.
The thrilling 155-foot waterslide at the Paradise Pool, a hit with everyone.
Access to the dining and amenities at the adjacent Westin resort.
The property operates as a separate villa complex from The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa, though guests share amenities.
Villas offer a full kitchen or kitchenette, which is essential for maximizing value.
There are no resort fees for guests staying at the Villas.
You are not right in downtown Palm Springs, but slightly north in the tranquil Rancho Mirage, requiring a short drive for off-site dining and attractions.
🕐 24-hour room service
🧸 Babysitting services
🍸 Bar
🏖️ Beach
🧘 Fitness classes
⛳ Golf
🏋️ Gym
📋 Meeting rooms
🏊 Outdoor pool
🐾 Pet friendly
🍽️ Restaurants
💆 Spa
The Luxe Atlas Rating
Design: 7/10
Vibe: 6.5/10
Romantic: 5.2/10
Air Conditioning: 9.5/10
Room: 9/10
Food: 8/10
Location: 7.5/10
Gym/Fitness: 8/10
Cleanliness: 8.5/10
Wow Factor: 8.1/10
Overall Experience: 7.73/10
The Best Family Villa Resort in Rancho Mirage
The Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas in Rancho Mirage is one of the most complete and genuinely relaxing resort experiences available in the Palm Springs area — and one of the best-value luxury villa stays in Southern California. Nestled in the heart of the Coachella Valley, this sprawling property delivers the space and comfort of a private home alongside the amenities of a full-service resort, all without the resort fee that most comparable properties charge.
This is our full review of the Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas — covering the villa accommodations, pools, restaurants with hours, activities, golf, spa, and everything you need to know before booking. Whether you’re planning a family vacation, a couples’ desert escape, or a golf trip to Rancho Mirage, this guide covers it all.
Arriving at Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas, Rancho Mirage
The approach to Westin Mission Hills is immediately impressive. The resort grounds are vast and immaculately maintained — palm trees, native desert plantings, and a landscaping philosophy that works with the Coachella Valley environment rather than against it. The scale of the property is apparent from the first moment, yet the layout creates a genuine sense of privacy and quiet throughout.
One important detail for first-time guests: the Villas have a dedicated check-in area that is entirely separate from the adjacent Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa next door. Head directly to the Villas entrance on arrival. Check-in was efficient and friendly — the team processed everything quickly and provided clear directions to our building. Self-parking is free and positioned close to each villa cluster, which makes unloading straightforward even when traveling with children and significant luggage. It is a small logistical detail that makes a real difference on arrival day.
Westin Mission Hills Villa Accommodations — Space, Comfort & the Heavenly Bed
The villa accommodation is the defining feature of a stay here — and the reason this property consistently outperforms comparable Palm Springs area hotels for families and groups. We stayed in a two-bedroom lock-off configuration, which provided a level of space and domestic comfort that a standard hotel room simply cannot replicate.
The Westin Heavenly Bed: The primary suite features Westin’s signature Heavenly Bed — arguably the most recognized hotel bed in the industry, and one that fully lives up to its reputation. Among the best nights of sleep we’ve had on any vacation.
Full Kitchen: A full-size refrigerator, microwave, and complete cookware set make self-catering entirely practical. We used it heavily for breakfast and light dinners — a meaningful saving over dining out for every meal.
In-Unit Washer & Dryer: A standout practical advantage over hotel rooms. Pack lighter, return home with clean laundry — a detail that matters significantly on longer stays or family trips.
Private Balcony or Patio: Every villa includes a private outdoor space. Ideal for cool desert evenings with a bottle of wine or a quiet morning coffee before the day begins.
Westin Mission Hills Pool Guide — Two Distinct Experiences
In Palm Springs, the pool is the resort. At Westin Mission Hills, two separate pool complexes serve very different needs — ensuring both families with children and guests seeking quiet have exactly the right environment. Both are open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and both offer cabana rentals for a surcharge.
Paradise Pool
Daily · 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
The resort’s central family pool. Features a separate children’s wading area, a 155-foot waterslide (the longest in Rancho Mirage), hot tubs, and the Aloes Pool Bar for poolside food and cocktails. Lively, social, and designed for maximum enjoyment.
Villa East Pool
Daily · 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
The quieter alternative on the eastern side of the complex. Designed for guests seeking a more tranquil environment — ideal for reading, relaxing, or simply soaking up the Coachella Valley sunshine without the energy of the main pool area.
Westin Mission Hills Restaurants — A Complete Dining Guide with Hours
Dining at Westin Mission Hills is anchored by the villa’s direct access to the adjacent Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa — effectively giving guests access to four distinct dining venues without leaving the property. From a 24/7 grab-and-go market to an Italian restaurant serving all three meals daily, the options cover every occasion.
| The Marketplace Express | Grab-and-Go/Snacks | Villas (Onsite) | Open Daily, 24/7 |
| Aloes Pool Bar | Modern American Fare, Cocktails | Villas (Paradise Poolside) | Daily, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Pinzimini | Italian-Inspired Cuisine | Adjacent Westin Resort | Breakfast: Daily, 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM |
| Lunch: Daily, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | |||
| Dinner: Daily, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM | |||
| Fireside Lounge | Tapas and Cocktails | Adjacent Westin Resort (Golf Course) | Daily, 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
We found ourselves stopping by The Marketplace Express constantly for coffee, snacks, and any necessities we’d forgotten. For a more substantial meal, we highly recommend Pinzimini for a sophisticated dinner or their excellent weekend breakfast buffet. The Aloes Pool Bar was perfect for quick lunches and refreshing cocktails without leaving the pool deck.
Things to Do at Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas
The Westin Mission Hills is designed as a self-contained resort destination — with enough activity options to fill several days without ever leaving the property. The emphasis throughout is on wellness, recreation, and relaxed outdoor living in the desert sunshine.
WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio: State-of-the-art equipment, accessible 24 hours a day for guests maintaining their fitness routines.
Tennis Courts: Multiple courts available to guests throughout the stay.
Basketball Court: Available on-site for casual use throughout the day.
Pinz & Pints Bowling: A full bowling alley at the adjacent Westin Rancho Mirage Resort — a popular evening option for families and groups.
BBQ Grills & Picnic Areas: Scattered throughout the villa grounds — perfect for casual outdoor dinners using your villa’s kitchen preparation.
Bicycle Rentals: Available for exploring the expansive resort grounds at your own pace.
Golf at Westin Mission Hills:
While the Villas do not have their own golf course, guests have direct access to two championship courses at the adjacent Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa — the Pete Dye Course and the Gary Player Course. Both are considered among the finest courses in the Coachella Valley. A shuttle service connects the Villas to the golf club, making access entirely seamless.
The Spa at Westin Mission Hills — Desert-Inspired Wellness
The full-service spa is located at the adjacent Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa and is accessible to all villa guests. The treatment menu is extensive — massages, facials, body treatments, and specialty experiences — built around a philosophy of natural desert wellness. What sets this spa apart from comparable resort facilities is its use of honey harvested from beehives maintained on the property itself. Several signature treatments incorporate this local ingredient, lending the spa a genuinely place-specific identity that larger chain properties rarely achieve.
An afternoon spa visit following a morning by the pool or a round of golf is the ideal Westin Mission Hills day. The combination translates into the kind of deep, restorative relaxation the property was clearly designed to deliver.
Is Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas Right for Your Trip?
Families with children
The 155-foot waterslide, children’s wading area, full kitchen for family meals, in-unit laundry, and on-site bowling make this one of the best family resort options in Palm Springs.
Couples seeking a desert escape
The Villa East Pool, spa access, Fireside Lounge evenings, and the private patio make this a genuinely romantic setting — quieter and more residential than a traditional Palm Springs hotel.
Golf travelers
Direct shuttle access to the Pete Dye and Gary Player championship courses next door. Stay in a full villa, play world-class desert golf, and return to a proper home base each evening.
Groups & extended stays
The lock-off villa configuration, full kitchen, washer/dryer, BBQ areas, and no resort fee make this significantly more cost-effective than comparable hotels for stays of 4+ nights.
Is the Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas Worth It?
For anyone planning a Palm Springs area vacation — whether it’s a family trip, a couples’ retreat, or a golf getaway — the Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas is one of the strongest value propositions in the Coachella Valley. The combination of spacious villa accommodations, a full kitchen, in-unit laundry, two pool complexes, championship golf access, four dining venues, and the absence of a resort fee creates a package that consistently outperforms expectations.
Our stay exceeded what we anticipated at every turn. The Heavenly Bed delivered on its reputation. The Marketplace Express at 2 AM was genuinely useful. Pinzimini for dinner was excellent. The Paradise Pool waterslide was exactly as entertaining as it sounds. And the quiet of the Villa East Pool on a Tuesday afternoon felt like a private desert oasis. This is a property that earns its reputation.
Frequently Asked Questions — Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas
Does the Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas charge a resort fee?
No. The Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas does not charge a separate resort fee — a significant advantage over most comparable properties in the Palm Springs and Rancho Mirage area. The price you book is the price you pay.
Where is the Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas located?
The resort is located in Rancho Mirage, California — in the heart of the Coachella Valley, approximately 15 minutes from downtown Palm Springs and 30–40 minutes from Palm Springs International Airport.
What is included in a Westin Mission Hills villa?
Each villa includes a fully equipped kitchen with full-size refrigerator, microwave, and cookware; an in-unit washer and dryer; a private balcony or patio; the Westin Heavenly Bed in the primary suite; and full access to all resort amenities including pools, fitness center, and adjacent golf and spa facilities.
Does the Westin Mission Hills have a waterslide?
Yes. The Paradise Pool features a 155-foot waterslide — among the longest at any resort in the Rancho Mirage area. The pool also includes a children’s wading area, hot tubs, and the Aloes Pool Bar for poolside food and drinks.
What restaurants are at the Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas?
Four dining options are available: The Marketplace Express (on-site, open 24/7), Aloes Pool Bar (poolside, daily 11 AM–5 PM), Pinzimini Italian restaurant at the adjacent Westin Resort (breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily), and Fireside Lounge (tapas and cocktails, daily 3 PM–midnight).
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