Sands Hotel and Spa

4.0 star property
Adults-only Indian Wells hotel in Desert Horizons with a full-service spa

Photo gallery for Sands Hotel and Spa

Lobby lounge
Interior entrance
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Dining
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$626
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

Explore the area

Map
44-985 Province Way, Indian Wells, CA, 92210
  • Vintage Club
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • El Paseo Shopping District
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Indian Wells Golf Resort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Guestroom)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Guestroom)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Le Riad

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Guestroom)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Indian Wells

At Sands Hotel and Spa you'll be steps from San Jacinto Mountains and 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from El Paseo Shopping District. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages and body wraps. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Desert Horizons hotel include Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and Desert Willow Golf Resort.

What's nearby

  • El Paseo Shopping District - 2 min drive
  • Indian Wells Golf Resort - 3 min drive
  • Palm Desert Country Club - 3 min drive
  • McCallum Theatre - 4 min drive
  • Desert Willow Golf Resort - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 24 min drive
  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Eureka - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lunch Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cactus Jack's Bar and Grill - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Sands Hotel and Spa

Adults-only Indian Wells hotel in Desert Horizons with a full-service spa
Sands Hotel and Spa offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge.

Spa services, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at Sands Hotel and Spa.

This 4-star Indian Wells hotel is smoke free.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Sands Hotel and Spa offers 46 accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.
The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.0 per night
  • Resort fee: USD 47.23 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Nearby fitness centre access
  • Newspaper
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self-parking
  • Valet parking
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 100.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Sands Hotel Indian Wells
Sands Hotel
Sands Indian Wells
Sands Hotel and Spa Hotel
Sands Hotel and Spa Indian Wells
Sands Hotel and Spa Hotel Indian Wells

Frequently asked questions

Is there a spa on site at Sands Hotel and Spa?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Sands Hotel and Spa. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

How much does it cost to stay at Sands Hotel and Spa?

As of 21 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sands Hotel and Spa on 23 Mar 2025 start from NZ$544.22, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sands Hotel and Spa have a pool?

Sands Hotel and Spa has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Sands Hotel and Spa a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sands Hotel and Spa.

Is Sands Hotel and Spa family-friendly?

No, Sands Hotel and Spa is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sands Hotel and Spa?

No, Sands Hotel and Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sands Hotel and Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sands Hotel and Spa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Sands Hotel and Spa?

Dogs are welcome at Sands Hotel and Spa, with food and water bowls on offer.

Sands Hotel and Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 593 out of 753 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 753 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 753 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 753 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 753 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 stars
Amazing staff! The decor and vibe was unreal! Wish i stayed another night!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Amazing decor. Lovely grounds. Great staff. Overall wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawnna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wedding
Amazing hotel small and quaint staff was so nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful hotel that I look forward to visiting again in the future. I had one spa treatment. I would say that the cost of the treatment didn’t quite equate with the experience. It was very nice but not worth the higher price tag.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Alex

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
My husband and I recently celebrated our one-year anniversary there. Expecting a relaxing getaway. Unfortunately, our experience was marred by subpar service at the pool. Upon arrival, the front office staff exceeded expectations with their warmth and professionalism. However l, the pool service fell short. After settling in, we waited patiently for a waiter to take our order. Despite multiple passes, the young waiter ignored us prioritizing other couples. We gave him the benefit of the doubt, assuming he was busy. However after an hour and half, he finally appeared, only to ignore us again. We then saw another young man fixing the towels and asked him if we could order food and drinks and he was very nice and said yes, let we go get the waiter. He took some time to come back only to inform us that that if we wanted food or drinks we would have to go and order them ourselves at the bar. The waiter’s shift is over. I was speechless. This experience was so disappointing because the waiter had multiple opportunities to communicate his impending departure. This encounter left a sour taste, making us reconsider returning to Sands. With better communication and customer service, this establishment could excel. We hope management addresses this issue to ensure future guests receive consistent Quality service. Mr and Mrs Valles
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room asthetic. Th entire prp
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This was a let down for me because we were excited to stay here but the room smelled like mold and they couldn’t accommodate me to another room the same without downgrading my room. They ended up refunding me but it was just a hassle to find another hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was excellent, staff was helpful and friendly. It made for a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will go back! Lovely property. The rooms are lovely and comfortable!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved staying at this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awsome rooms and the staff was always on alert for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I could not have been more pleased. Everything was amazing. I would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

stacey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was awesome from check in to dining to check out . Will definitely go again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was very pleasantly surprised by this hotel. I feel it was a very good value for the money. The pool area is outstanding and the Jacuzzi is even better. Rooms were very nice with comfortable beds and the staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ahhhhhhh
This hotel is art deco and very quaint. All of their staff are very gracious and helpful. It is so quiet and peaceful. Don’t get me started on the super comfortable bed, pillows, and bedding. For that reason alone I didn’t want to get up and go home. I definitely recommend this hotel and am looking forward to future visits.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying here and it certainly won’t be the last. I was pleasantly surprised on all fronts. The room was comfortable, and it and the property both had a great vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

banafsheh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice cozy boutique hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melineh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
When my boyfriend said we should go on a quick vacation I said "YES!" and went ahead and asked him to book this place then proceeded to break the news I would be going alone cause that is how I vacation..duh! Ive been here for PINK CABANA Dinners in past but never stayed so I was super excited to treat myself for a getaway in 115 degree heat. LIZ, JOHN, ALLEN all a fabulous team. From the moment you enter through the large doors into the whimsical art deco paradise you are treating like an A lister until the second you leave. Rooms are A clean and decorated mid century modern with attention to every detail. I really loved the unlacquered brass ALL Over which as a designer I appreciate since maintenance is so high- but maintains design integrity of the mid century period. I was given a bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival with a sweet card & beautiful glasses with frozen edible flowers to pour in. POOL Side service A POO SIDE and ROOM SERVICE A (breakfast was a hiccup that front desk resolved off tab) MINI bar is EXREMELY generous nested inside a beautiful banquet (photo posted) which includes anything you can imagine. 5 stars from beginning to end- remind me to thank my boyfriend for this trip that he did not participate in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024