Eat & Drink
Where to Eat in Palm Springs
Palm Springs has a small-city food scene that punches above its weight. Most of these are within 10 minutes of The Sundune.
CoffeeCartel Roasting Co.
Specialty Coffee
Hip coffeehouse with excellent cold brew. The one the welcome guide recommends stocking in the fridge.
Koffi
Specialty Coffee
Great cold brew and an excellent banana walnut muffin. Outdoor patio, worth the stop.
King's Highway
Cal-Mexican Diner
Lively diner with a Cal-Mexican menu inside the Ace Hotel. Good for a late breakfast or early lunch.
The Heyday
Diner
Retro diner with standout smashburgers. Fun casual spot for a quick meal.
Sherman's Deli & Bakery
NYC-Style Deli
A Palm Springs institution. Classic deli sandwiches, towering portions, proper pickle on the side.
Palm Greens Cafe
Health-Conscious
Plant-forward menu for when you want something lighter between pool sessions.
La Perlita Mexican Food
Mexican
Traditional Mexican with strong margaritas. Close to The Sundune, local crowd, no-frills.
Las Palmas Brewing
Brewery & Wine Bar
Beer, wine, and tacos on a lively patio. Good spot before walking Palm Canyon.
533 Viet Fusion
Vietnamese & Cocktails
Vietnamese dishes with a cocktail lounge feel. Good dinner option on the south end of town.
The Nest
Live Music & Dining
Live music, dancing, drinks, and food in Indian Wells. A real night out. Worth the 20-minute drive.
Over the Rainbow Desserts
Cupcakes & Baked Goods
Cupcakes, cookies, and baked goods. One of those places you go once and end up back twice.
El Paseo Shopping District
Outdoor Shopping
Palm Desert's answer to Rodeo Drive. Global designers, indie boutiques, and the famous Wilma & Frieda pop tarts. 20 minutes out.
Explore
Things to Do Near Palm Springs
The desert around Palm Springs is the real draw. Museums, trails, and things that surprise you. Hours change seasonally so call ahead.
Culture & MuseumsPalm Springs Art Museum
Art Museum
Strong permanent and rotating collections. Free Thursday afternoons, which is genuinely good value.
Palm Springs Air Museum
Aviation Museum
Impressive WWII-era aircraft collection with a working flight simulator. Better than you expect.
Living Desert Zoo & Gardens
Zoo & Botanical Garden
Desert ecosystem with animal exhibits and stunning botanical gardens. Go early before the heat picks up.
Bear Creek Trailhead
Hiking
Nature trail in La Quinta with rocky terrain and mountain views. Worth the 35-minute drive.
Cabazon Dinosaurs
Roadside Attraction
Giant concrete dinosaurs off the 10 freeway. On the way to or from LA, it is 100% worth 20 minutes.
Escape Room Palm Springs
Escape Room
The largest escape room in Southern California. Good option for a group night or a hot afternoon inside.
Shots in the Night
Mini-Golf
Glow-in-the-dark mini-golf with lasers and music at Indian Wells Golf Resort. Unexpectedly fun.
Ice Skating at Acrisure Arena
Ice Skating
Yes, you can ice skate in the desert. Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert has public sessions year-round.
The Shops at Palm Desert
Indoor Mall
Air-conditioned indoor mall when it gets too hot outside. Target, Macy's, and a solid food court.
The Sundune
Property Essentials
A quick reference for what The Sundune has on site. Full details are in the welcome guide sent with your reservation.
3 Pools
Heated pools + spa on the property grounds. Closest pool is a 1-minute walk.
Tennis Courts
Community tennis courts included with your stay.
In-Unit Washer/Dryer
Full washer and dryer on the patio. Detergent and dryer sheets included.
Keurig + French Press
Both available. Favorite beans from Cartel Coffee in downtown.
Keyless Entry
Private door code sent 24+ hours before arrival. No key exchange needed.
Pet-Friendly
1 pet welcome per reservation. $150 fee for direct bookings.
Roku + Netflix
Each TV has Roku. Netflix provided, log into others with personal accounts.
Nest Thermostat
Smart thermostat pre-set to 74°F. Adjust freely, just keep it above 72°F.
Pack 'n Play + High Chair
Both in the primary bedroom closet for families with young kids.
Games Collection
Board games and cards on the storage bench next to the TV.
EV Charging Nearby
Tesla Supercharger 8 min (101 N Museum Dr). Electrify America 10 min (588 S Palm Canyon Dr).
Pool Chairs
2 blue lounge chairs on the patio + 2 camping chairs to bring to the pool.
Getting Here
Location & Arrival
Address
5301 E Waverly Dr #184, Palm Springs, CA 92264. Open in Maps
Airport
Palm Springs International (PSP) is 3 miles away. About 10 minutes by rideshare.
Downtown PS
Palm Canyon Drive is 5 miles west. 10-15 minutes depending on traffic.
GPS Tip
GPS may route you via Highway 111. Enter the Palm Canyon Villas community at the Golf Club Drive traffic light.
Parking
Free designated carport in Lot 5. Street parking along Waverly Dr if full.
Check-in
4:00 PM. Door code sent 24+ hours before arrival. Keyless, no check-in required.
Check-out
11:00 AM PST.
WiFi
Network: Indigo Palm Collective. Connect and enter your email when the portal opens.
Nearby Grocery
Target and Trader Joe's are 0.5 miles away.
Make The Sundune Your Basecamp
2BR/2BA condo with 3 heated pools, a patio with string lights, and East Palm Springs as your starting point. Minimum 4 nights.
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