When is the best time to go to Summit?

The best time to visit Summit truly depends on what sort of experience you're after, as it offers distinct attractions across its seasons. For those keen on winter sports, the prime time is typically from December through to early April. During these months, the area is blanketed in snow, providing excellent conditions for skiing, snowboarding, and other snow-based activities. The resorts are fully operational, and the landscape is particularly picturesque. If you're more interested in hiking, mountain biking, or enjoying the natural beauty without the snow, then late spring to early autumn—roughly May to October—is ideal. The weather is generally warm and sunny, superb for exploring the trails and lakes. Wildflowers are abundant in early summer, and the autumn colours in September and October are quite striking.

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Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline – this is often within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our "Fully refundable property" filter during your search to find the right Summit hotel for you.

How much is the nightly rate at a Summit hotel?

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10 Best Hotels in Summit, Palm Desert for 2026

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A hotel entrance with palm trees, a curved driveway, and a building with illuminated windows.

1. Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG

4.2 km from Summit

Hongxia

CA $151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a wooden reception desk, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

2. Best Western Plus Palm Desert Resort

4.2 km from Summit

Juan

CA $167 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple balconies, and a large wall mural.

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Palm Desert

4.3 km from Summit

Bruce

CA $130 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a mirror.

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Palm Desert

3.7 km from Summit

Susan

CA $169 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

5. Inn at Deep Canyon

3.9 km from Summit

David

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a blue chair, a small table, and a window with a view.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rancho Mirage - Palm Spgs Area by IHG

5.6 km from Summit

Linet

CA $189 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious hotel lobby with a long wooden reception desk, multiple seating areas, large windows, and potted plants.

7. Hilton Garden Inn Palm Springs - Rancho Mirage

5.7 km from Summit

Travis

CA $131 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern house with a large white exterior, a covered outdoor area with two wooden chairs, and several potted plants.

8. Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott

El Paseo Village, 3 km from Summit

Sandra

CA $364 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

9. Mojave Resort - Adults Only

South Palm Desert, 3 km from Summit

Christopher

CA $271 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a stone fireplace.

10. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Palm Desert Coachella Valley

10.6 km from Summit

Maryrose

CA $171 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign and a well-lit entrance.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Palm Desert - Millennium by IHG

10.6 km from Summit

Betti

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A resort pool area with palm trees, a pool, and a building with a thatched roof.

12. Indian Wells Resort Hotel

6.9 km from Summit

Tamoris Deshun

CA $134 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton La Quinta

9.7 km from Summit

Irwin

CA $181 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Cathedral City

11.8 km from Summit

Gildardo

CA $158 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Palm Desert

9.4 km from Summit

david

CA $182 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A circular pool with a central fountain, surrounded by a pebble bed and palm trees.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Palm Desert

10.4 km from Summit

Terry

CA $165 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A room with a white arched window, a pink sofa, two ottomans, and a small table with candles.

17. Sands Hotel and Spa

5 km from Summit

Christine

CA $210 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar, and a high ceiling with a chandelier.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Palm Desert

9.9 km from Summit

Wuera

CA $180 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A natural landscape with a waterfall, palm trees, and flowering plants.

19. Embassy Suites La Quinta Hotel & Spa

8.7 km from Summit

Michael

CA $222 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, a lamp, a potted plant, and a framed artwork on the wall.

20. Comfort Suites Palm Desert I-10

11.5 km from Summit

Nicolas

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,131 reviews	View
Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rancho Mirage - Palm Spgs Area by IHG	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Palm Desert Resort	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,010 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Palm Desert	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View

Where to stay in Summit

Find the best Summit areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A pool surrounded by palm trees and a building with a sign that reads "Land of Dreams."

South Palm Desert

If you're spending some time in South Palm Desert, El Paseo Shopping District and The Gardens on El Paseo are top sights worth seeing.

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A desert landscape with tall palm trees and rocky mountains under a clear blue sky.

El Paseo Village

If you're spending some time in El Paseo Village, El Paseo Shopping District and The Gardens on El Paseo are top sights worth seeing.

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A rocky landscape with a small body of water, palm trees, and a few animals.

Bighorn

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bighorn and surrounding area, you can visit Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and El Paseo Shopping District.

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Cahuilla Hills

Cahuilla Hills might not have many top sights, but Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and El Paseo Shopping District are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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A desert landscape with large boulders, yucca plants, and sparse shrubs.

Park Palms

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Park Palms and surrounding area, you can visit Palm Desert Aquatic Center and Desert Willow Golf Resort.

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Top Summit Hotel Reviews

Mykonos Desert Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice place, great staff."

Palm Mountain Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location makes walking to all the shops and restaurants quick and easy. Rooms are spacious, clean, with comfy beds. Loved the option of complimentary bicycles although we ran out of time to use them - next time for sure. Their airport shuttle was so convenient. Highly recommend staying here!"

Hotels in Summit, Palm Desert

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1. Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG

2. Best Western Plus Palm Desert Resort

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Palm Desert

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Palm Desert

5. Inn at Deep Canyon

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rancho Mirage - Palm Spgs Area by IHG

7. Hilton Garden Inn Palm Springs - Rancho Mirage

8. Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott

9. Mojave Resort - Adults Only

10. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Palm Desert Coachella Valley

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Palm Desert - Millennium by IHG

12. Indian Wells Resort Hotel

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton La Quinta

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Cathedral City

15. Courtyard by Marriott Palm Desert

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Palm Desert

17. Sands Hotel and Spa

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Palm Desert

19. Embassy Suites La Quinta Hotel & Spa

20. Comfort Suites Palm Desert I-10

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Where to stay in Summit

South Palm Desert

El Paseo Village

Bighorn

Cahuilla Hills

Park Palms

Top Summit Hotel Reviews

Mykonos Desert Suites

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