Thermal, CA (TRM-Jacqueline Cochran Regional) - 29 min drive
Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 34 min drive
Palm Springs Station - 24 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
When you stay at Sands Hotel and Spa, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, body wraps, or facials. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a terrace. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
46 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is noon
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum guest age is 18
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Other information
Smoke-free property
Caters to adults only
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Room service (limited hours)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
No elevator (single level property)
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium satellite channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Heating
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Special features
Spa
The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100.0 per night
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 47.23 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Housekeeping
In-room coffee
In-room safe
Internet access (may be limited)
Nearby fitness center access
Newspaper
Parking
Phone calls (may be limited)
Pool access
Self parking
Valet parking
WiFi access (may be limited)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100.00 per pet, per stay
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
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.
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 pool at Sands Hotel and Spa?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sands Hotel and Spa?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 100.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sands Hotel and Spa?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Sands Hotel and Spa?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City (12-min drive) and Agua Caliente Casino (13-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Sands Hotel and Spa and nearby?
Sands Hotel and Spa has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Sands Hotel and Spa?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Sands Hotel and Spa have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Sands Hotel and Spa like?
Sands Hotel and Spa is in Desert Horizons, a short 1-minute walk from San Jacinto Mountains.
Sands Hotel and Spa Reviews
Reviews
9,4
Exceptional
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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
6/10 Good
20 January 2025
Meh
Very small room. Dresser taken almost with a liquor array, limiting space for personal items. Not interested in drinking I have never seen such a thing. No foldabe tray for my luggage. Bed comfortable. Pool and patio area lovely. Restaurant ok for breakfast.
David
David, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 January 2025
See you again!
My one small tiff was that the patio lights do not turn off. Blackout curtains did most of the trick but if your sensitive bring a sleep mask and all is fine. Comfy stay, cute rooms and great staff. See you again!
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
13 January 2025
Timothy
Timothy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
02 January 2025
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
02 January 2025
Great getaway
Very friendly and helpful staff. Inviting and relaxed ambience. Clean. Easy parking. A real gem of all the places we've stayed in the Palm Springs area over the years.
Philip
Philip, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
02 January 2025
Charming and comfortable
Very cute, clean and comfortable boutique hotel. Perfect as a base to explore Palm Springs.
Catherine
Catherine, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 December 2024
Joe
Joe, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 December 2024
Perfect Christmas Stay
Spent Christmas with family but needed an extra place to stay and The Sands was our first choice. Such a lovely boutique hotel, location is awesome and it's pet friendly! Thank you Sands for making our Christmas wonderful!
Shaun
Shaun, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
11 December 2024
Timothy
Timothy, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
03 December 2024
Adrian
Adrian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
02 December 2024
Cute boutique hotel in the desert
Hotel was super cute and boutique like, great location in Indian wells. Pool and restaurant are the main attractions as it’s pretty tiny. Rooms are decorated well but a couple things were dirty like the couch. We also didn’t receive the turndown service like they had mentioned. Some water would have been nice. Overall fun instagram vibes hotel but not overly luxurious.
Bridgett
Bridgett, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 November 2024
5 stars
Amazing staff! The decor and vibe was unreal! Wish i stayed another night!
Hugo
Hugo, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 November 2024
Daniel B
Daniel B, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 November 2024
Wedding
Amazing hotel small and quaint staff was so nice
Shawnna
Shawnna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 November 2024
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.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
10 November 2024
richard
richard, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 November 2024
Faye
Faye, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 October 2024
John
John, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2024
Will go back! Lovely property. The rooms are lovely and comfortable!!!
richard
richard, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 October 2024
Loved staying at this hotel
Helen
Helen, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 October 2024
Awsome rooms and the staff was always on alert for our needs.
Jesus
Jesus, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 October 2024
I could not have been more pleased. Everything was amazing. I would definitely recommend it.
Alberto
Alberto, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 October 2024
The hotel staff was awesome from check in to dining to check out . Will definitely go again!
stacey
stacey, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 October 2024
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.