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 courtyard with palm trees, a lawn, and a building with arched windows and a balcony.

1. Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG

4.2 km from Summit

Bonnie

CA $170 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a kitchen in the background.

2. Best Western Plus Palm Desert Resort

4.2 km from Summit

Juan

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Palm Desert

3.7 km from Summit

Susan

CA $150 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Palm Desert

4.3 km from Summit

Bruce

CA $184 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A buffet with various food options including scrambled eggs, bacon, and pastries.

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

5.6 km from Summit

yardan

CA $166 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

6. Hilton Garden Inn Palm Springs - Rancho Mirage

5.7 km from Summit

Federico

CA $128 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

7. Inn at Deep Canyon

3.9 km from Summit

Maria

CA $151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

8. Mojave Resort - Adults Only

South Palm Desert, 3 km from Summit

Christopher

CA $250 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

9. Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott

El Paseo Village, 3 km from Summit

Sandra

CA $394 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Palm Desert

9.9 km from Summit

Wuera

CA $136 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 $197 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

An outdoor patio area with a barbecue grill, pool, and seating under a pergola.

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton La Quinta

9.7 km from Summit

Irwin

CA $182 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

10.6 km from Summit

Cyndi

CA $187 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

14. Courtyard by Marriott Palm Desert

9.4 km from Summit

david

CA $183 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

15. Indian Wells Resort Hotel

6.9 km from Summit

Tamoris Deshun

CA $127 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

16. Sands Hotel and Spa

5 km from Summit

Christine

CA $217 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Palm Desert

10.4 km from Summit

Terry

CA $151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Cathedral City

11.8 km from Summit

Gildardo

CA $145 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

19. Embassy Suites La Quinta Hotel & Spa

8.7 km from Summit

Alicia

CA $224 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, wicker furniture, and a modern building with large windows.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott La Quinta

11.3 km from Summit

JOSE

CA $189 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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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

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel. I felt as if I was on a vacation some other than Indio. Ranch combines with Spanish style decor. Rooms were big, beds were comfy and my sister and I loved the two vanities in the restroom. Close to restaurants and stores. I definitely would come back."

Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel

8/10 Good

"Had a great time and the staff was amazing. Some things were closed maybe due to weather or off season but still had a great time. Most part everything was clean though our room had a very old and noisy ac unit that kept us up all night long and the ice room smelled like a broken sewer. Everything else was very nice - didn’t run out good time."

Hotels in Summit, Palm Desert

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Our top choices for Summit hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG

2. Best Western Plus Palm Desert Resort

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Palm Desert

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Palm Desert

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

6. Hilton Garden Inn Palm Springs - Rancho Mirage

7. Inn at Deep Canyon

8. Mojave Resort - Adults Only

9. Hotel Paseo, Autograph Collection by Marriott

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Palm Desert

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

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton La Quinta

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

14. Courtyard by Marriott Palm Desert

15. Indian Wells Resort Hotel

16. Sands Hotel and Spa

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Palm Desert

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Cathedral City

19. Embassy Suites La Quinta Hotel & Spa

20. Residence Inn by Marriott La Quinta

Where to stay in Summit

South Palm Desert

El Paseo Village

Bighorn

Cahuilla Hills

Park Palms

Top Summit Hotel Reviews

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

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