My husband and I spent a night at this Indian Wells resort in early December and it was the perfect getaway to help us reconnect and recharge.
The resort features 215 guest rooms and villa suites designed with the signature Tommy Bahama tropical feel and set on 11 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. There are three saltwater pools and the resort’s Spa Rosa featuring desert-inspired treatments. The surrounding Santa Rosa Mountains is your stunning backdrop.
We left L.A. around 8:30 a.m.and by 10:30 a.m. we were sitting under a canopy of olive trees sipping an ice latte at the resort’s signature restaurant and bar, Grapefruit Basil. The relaxation begins quickly here.
Unique Features: Lots of outdoor pathways, gardens, fire pits and cozy nooks. The wonderful fragrance of citrus trees accompanies you throughout the resort. We took several long walks, read by the pool and had coffee in a quiet nook above Grapefruit Basil.
The Fun: I typically head to the desert to relax. There is something about being surrounded by the mountains and the warm sun that calms all my senses. Spending 24 hours at Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort and Spa was a mini sabbatical from my life of work and family responsibilities.
I found a quiet spot by the pool with an actual book (not a device) and simply savored the tranquility and beauty all around me. I walked around the resort amongst the citrus grooves and flower beds. My husband and I grabbed a drink and sat by one of the fire pits and just talked with no interruptions. Sometimes you don’t realize how much you need a getaway until you find yourself under an olive tree watching the sun set.
While I was looking for complete relaxation, there are lots of other fun activities in and around the resort—bocce ball, golf and a 24-hour fitness center. You can also venture a little further to catch the Palm Spring Aerial Tramway, visit the Living Desert Zoo & Gardens, shop at the Desert Hills Premium Outlets, go hiking or rock climbing.
Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort and Spa is located at 45000 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells, CA 92210. For more information, visit tommybahamamiramonte.com
