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Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II features award-winning service and a convenient location near Palm Desert, Joshua Tree National Park, and Wet 'N 'Wild Palm Springs. Relax, lounge by the seven outdoor pools, and enjoy a meal or cocktail from The Water's Edge Bar & Grill. Our resort also offers a children's playground, bicycle rentals, basketball courts, a recreation center, and a movie theater. Retire to your guest room or condo-sized villa rentals with complimentary Wi-Fi, kitchenettes, and scenic desert views at the end of a fun-filled day. Our villas boast fully equipped kitchens, washers/dryers, and soaking tubs in the bathroom.
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Free parking
Free internet
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Bowling offsite
Evening entertainment
Kids stay free
Parking
Wifi
Hot bath
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Yoga room
Fitness / spa changing rooms
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Restaurant
Poolside bar
Tennis court offsite
Board games / puzzles
Children's playground
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Kids club
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Photo copier / fax In business centre
Steam room
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Sun loungers / beach chairs
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24-hour front desk
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Telephone
Iron
Private bathrooms
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Grade: 59 out of 100
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Fabulous stay at Marriott Villas 2! Beautiful clean villa with great view . This is our fifth year staying at the villas and hopefully we will be back again next year. Shout out to Sam on the hotel shuttle who went out of his way to help us with a ride!
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Marriott Vacations Worldwide, Other at Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Responded 2 days ago
Hello, we are honored to have earned your 5-star recommendation. We are glad you had a fabulous stay. Thank you for the shout out to Sam. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you, again!
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Having stayed here >5 times before, I knew I could expect peace, quiet and comforts, even in the heights of "Coachella" season. The location is great, near the freeway and some pristine golf courses, the "JW", as well as the new Acrisure Arena (concerts and hockey). I'll be back again.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Responded 4 weeks ago
We appreciate your return to stay and thank you for your positive review! We will look forward to welcoming you back!
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Excellent resort if you want the flexibility of being able to fix meals/ snacks and have more space than just a regular hotel room. Excellent quality furnishings, a lovely resort to walk around and multiple pools to choose from. Villas 2 have one king and one sofa bed in the second bedroom (lock off - is self contained with a connecting door to 1 bed /kitchen/lounge - so can be a studio or combined with 1 bed to be a 2bed villa). Villas 1 has 2 beds in the second bedroom.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Walk over to the JW marriott for a drink / sushi in their lobby bar (which is a huge atrium).
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Responded 4 weeks ago
Hello, we are honored to have earned your 5-star recommendation. We are glad you had a great stay, enjoyed the property along with the amenities. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you, again!
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One of the worst experiences I’ve had coming to a Marriott Resort. I called 2 weeks in advance of my booking to request a lower unit. I of course come here today and they don’t have any lower units and only had one at the Jasmine part of the resort which is totally seperate from the main part of the resort and not even accessible by foot. We ended up taking a second floor unit in order to be in the main part of the resort, but realized that our unit backed the Palmeras Pool which we thought we could live with. There was music pounding in the afternoon which we could easily hear from our unit with all the doors closed. When we came back from the evening out the music was still pounding and it was 9PM. When I say pounding I mean pounding. We called front desk to see when the music goes off or if it could be turned off as there was absolutely no one at the pool. They said music stays on till 10. We have younger kids and 10 is way too late for them to be listing to pounding music while trying to sleep. We called three times over the next 40 mins as every time the front desk said they would turn it down which they never did. Very very frustrating. Music turned off just after 10. Not sure I can handle even staying here another night if this is how this will go every night. It’s literally like we’re staying above a night club when it’s supposed to be a family friendly resort. Nothing good to say about this resort at all on this stay. …
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Responded 18 Mar 2023
Thank you for providing your review of Marriott's Desert Springs Villas, Bobbi. We appreciate your comments and apologize for your disappointment with your room location and loud music. While on premise please dial 0 from your villa and speak to a manager on-duty. Thank you for your feedback.
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This is a timeshare property so status only gives you 1k bonus points for Ambassador status. No other perks such as room upgrades or late check-out. My husband and I have tried out all the various Marriot vacation clubs in the Palm Desert area. Each has their perks but we honestly loved the Villas II the best. The room layout is a little smaller than Villas I but that didn't bother us. The kitchen was stocked, the washer/dryer worked great, and they had smart TV's for streaming. The reason I'm giving this stay a 4 instead of a 5 is because the two weeks of our stay they were "working on the internet" and it was very spotty. There were several days we had to use our personal hotspots. It was my understanding that it was a property wide problem and the staff did communicate updates to us. We were given some bonus points for the the inconvenience. However for the cost of this property it felt like a problem that extended over a few short days should be addressed differently. Before I book here again I will certainly call to make sure that the internet working properly. (we stayed late January/early Feb 2023) The amenities of the fitness classes were great and we took full advantage. Jessica leads all the fitness classes and is WONDERFUL! If you are interested in Yoga make sure that you register in advance (if held indoors) because classes fill up fast.…
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Room Tip: If fitness classes are important ask for a room close to the fitness center
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Response from Marriott Vacations Worldwide, Other at Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Responded 27 Feb 2023
Thank you for providing your review of Marriott's Desert Springs Villas. We appreciate your comments and apologize for your disappointment with spotty Wi-Fi. Thank you for your feedback and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you, again!
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We have been in a villa for an entire week, and the internet at BEST is spotty. We have called multiple times - to be told they are working on it and that we can sit in the lobby where the internet is strong. We aren’t paying for a villa to be told to sit in the lobby for internet.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Responded 7 Feb 2023
Thank you for providing your review of Marriott's Desert Springs Villas. We appreciate your comments and apologize for your disappointment with spotty Wi-Fi. The team is working diligently to restore service. Thank you for your feedback.
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This is a time-share complex, built around a golf course. We stayed in a "studio" with a microwave, toaster, and refrigerator. There are also larger units with more facilities, we were told. Housekeeping services are limited -- they "tidy up" every other day, and do a full cleanup every 4 days. However, if you need anything (e.g. extra towels), you can text the housekeeping department and it is delivered within a few minutes. In addition to the golf course, there are several swimming pools and an assortment of health facilities. No restaurant, but there is a grill serving basic lunch stuff (and a full bar) at the largest pool area. There are several restaurants at the JW Marriott next door, but we went into Palm Desert, or made the 20-minute drive to Palm Springs, for all our meals. Good breakfasts and lunches at CJ's Diner, which is a few minutes away. Staff was very courteous. We would not hesitate to stay there again.…
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 5 Feb 2023
Hello, we are honored to have earned your 5-star recommendation. We are glad you had a great stay, enjoyed the property along with the amenities. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you, again!
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I have usually had very positive experiences and am not easily bothered by various actions of resorts. However, this past experience is somewhat shocking and after 20 years as a Marriott Vacation Club Owner, I am extremely disappointed. We booked a stay at Marriott Desert Springs Villas II along with 3 other family couples to celebrate an 80th birthday. However, on check in we were put in the Desert Springs Villas II - Jasmine Court which IS NOT the same Villas II the other 3 couples were placed in. In order to get to our unit we had to walk 1 1/4 miles and physically leave the property and walk along the busy road and perimeter fence to re-enter at the main gate to see family or get to the main Villas II. This was terrible and there was a shuttle that was hit or miss and one evening when attempting to board a shuttle after dining at JW Marriott that stated Jasmine Court on the outside, we were told we had to get off the shuttle and wait for the next shuttle as this was going to the "main property". Even the workers don't view Jasmine Court as the same as the Villas II main property. There was no pre-notice that this was going to be the case and while some may prefer the isolated environment, we did not as it was a hassle to get together with other family members. We view this as an absolute bait and switch as this area of the resort should be called Villas III since it is not connected or accessible to the main section of Villas II. We all booked identical units at the same time but were provided accommodations that were not the same. It was clear the staff gets this complaint all the time and all they said was they understood and we could have called 3 weeks in advance and requested rooms on the same side? How would we know that there are rooms on another side of the resort if it is not mentioned or disclosed anywhere. We didn't have a vehicle as we thought we would be on the same property as we all booked in Villas II. The Villas I was surprisingly accessible and much closer to the main area. This is shameful and we have now seen several complaints online and Marriott continues to misrepresent the Jasmine Court isolated area as Villas II. If disclosed in advance we would have never booked the villa and it put a huge damper the 80th birthday celebration as it impacted all 8 of us, not just the 2 of us shoved to inaccessible area. It is shameful as this is easily fixed by letting people book in Jasmine Court or identifying as the units in Jasmine Court are way overpriced for someone who wants to be on the main property. To have to walk over 1 1/4 miles while sitting at the pool to get a sweater from your room or have to call and wait for a shuttle is take you there is a joke. The staff was friendly and when our coffee maker did not work or the soap dispenser was empty on check in they replaced the coffee maker and filled the soap and apologized. It is not fair to the staff to put them in this situation of trying to serve guests that have been misled that they are in Villas II and the shuttle drives lets us know they hear these complaints all the time but cannot do anything about it. For anyone considering staying at Desert Springs Villas II be warned. Google Maps calls Jasmine Court "Marriot Desert Suites" instead of Marriott Desert Springs Villas II as even they have acknowledged it is a different property. However, Marriott is content to continue pretending that while it is inaccessible from the main Villas II, it really is still Villas II. They should be embarrassed at corporate for continuing to deceive guests in this manner. …
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Bring walking shoes and be prepared to walk 1 1/4 or more to see family in the main Villas II if...
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Response from Marriott Vacations Worldwide, Other at Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Responded 26 Jan 2023
We are sorry for your disappointment with your room location. The Jasmine Court is a part of the Desert Springs Villas II. Unless there would have been a request for your parties to be near one another or if the reservations were made under the same Owner name our front office would not have known that you were wanting to be near one another. In the future, please ensure if you are traveling or want to be near another reservation, please contact our Front Office prior to your arrival so that we may try our best to accommodate your request.
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It's a nice place, generally, but some details left me dissatisfied, especially for the price. -Our "villa" is a smaller-than average hotel room, with a kitchenette. One would assume a "villa" is something a bit larger than a very small, standard hotel room. -No daily housekeeping? Still? -The pool bar closed at 5:00 p.m. on a Saturday night. I'm guessing it was because it was slow, but how can you know if a bar is slow PRIOR TO 5:00 p.m.? It's a desert resort. It's a Saturday night. 5:00 p.m.? -For the first day and a half we were here, the TVs throughout the resort didn't work. Ok, I get it. Stuff happens. But we are paying a premium price for this place. It's not acceptable. It's a lovely place, generally, but I expect more for the $400-plus per night I spent for a tiny room.…
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Response from Marriott Vacations Worldwide, Other at Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Responded 15 Jan 2023
Thank you for providing your review of Marriott's Desert Springs Villas. We appreciate your comments and apologize for your disappointment with the room size and early pool bar closure. Thank you for your feedback and for giving us a try!
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This is a beautiful property, with great views of the mountains and sunsets. Rooms are large and well equipped. No elevator for 2nd floor rooms, so be aware. Kitchen small, but dining area large. Large deck overlooking golf course.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Responded 22 Dec 2022
Hello, we are honored to have earned your 5-star recommendation. We are glad you had a great stay, enjoyed the property along with the amenities. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you, again!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Which popular attractions are close to Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II?
Nearby attractions include Sunnyland Chocolate Factory (0.7 km), Mary Helen's Children Shop (0.7 km), and Chiesa Di Santa Maria Dei Prati, detta Ciesazza Di Ponso (1.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and a poolside bar during their stay.
Is parking available at Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II?
Conveniently located restaurants include Cork Tree California Cuisine, Rockwood Grill, and CJ's Diner.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness centre, and fitness classes during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II?
Yes, dry cleaning and a clothes dryer are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Sunnylands Center & Gardens (5.5 km).
Does Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.