The dog-friendly Residence Inn Palm Desert is a solid choice for travelers exploring the Greater Palm Springs area with their pups. The all-suite hotel sits at the foot of the Santa Rosa Mountains, offering views of the rugged desert peaks right from the pool deck — a great spot to kick back after a long day of adventuring with your dog. With 350 sunny days a year, there is almost always good weather for getting outside.

More than 30 golf courses and 150 tennis courts are scattered across the valley, and the Desert Willow Golf Resort is just half a mile away. The hotel also has its own on-site tennis courts for guests who want to stay close to home base. As a Residence Inn, every room is a suite with a full kitchen, which is a real plus for dog owners. You can prep meals on your own schedule, store dog food and treats in the fridge, and skip the stress of finding pet-friendly restaurants for every single meal. The extra square footage also gives your dog more room to stretch out compared to a standard hotel room.

Beyond the resort, the Palm Springs area has plenty to keep you busy. Shop at over 1,050 retail establishments, try your luck at several casinos, or take the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway up to the top of Mt. San Jacinto for stunning views of the Coachella Valley below. For dog-friendly outings, the area offers a number of parks and walking trails where you and your pup can enjoy the warm desert air together. The hotel is conveniently located near Highway 111, making it easy to reach restaurants, shops, and attractions throughout Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and the surrounding communities.

The mountain backdrop never gets old, especially when you’re sitting by the pool with your dog after exploring everything from downtown Palm Desert’s boutiques to the quieter desert trails nearby.