Renaissance Esmeralda Has Everything You Need for a Sun-Drenched Family Vacation
Eat, sleep, beach, repeat may be the SoCal motto, but if you and your family are craving a little sun and pool time this summer, we know just the place. Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, Indian Wells is a desert oasis brimming with amenities and activities perfect for a summertime escape. Imagine splashing in sparkling pools, enjoying dive-in movies with your kids and unwinding under the desert sky. There’s even yoga, golf and tennis—not to mention a posh spa designed to sooth the mind, body and soul. Intrigued? This Indian Wells resort is the perfect destination for a family getaway. Dive deeper to discover six reasons why Renaissance Esmeralda goes beyond the expected, transforming your summer vacation into a memory you won’t forget.
1 | Dive-in Movies
What could be better than taking an evening family swim with kid-friendly movies on display? Dive-in Movies take place at Renaissance Esmeralda’s sandy beach pool every Friday and Sunday night from now until Sept. 2. A complimentary experience for hotel guests, dive-in movies are a perfect way to share a weekend evening with the kids. Movies like “Trolls” and “Aladdin” light up the screen with the pool open for a moonlight swim. There’s a special movie-night food and drink menu, too—think nachos, wings, burgers and other fun food for the family. Rent a private beach cabana and arrive early—cabanas are available from 6 to 10 p.m. for up to six people and include water and a fruit platter. Movies start at 8 p.m., which is a perfect hour to show up for prime-time entertainment.
2 | After Pool Cool Zone Party
There are few joys greater in life than seeing your kids have fun, and that’s what the summer experiences at Renaissance Esmeralda are all about. On Tuesday and Saturday nights, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., the resort hosts the coolest dance party in the desert. Kids can indulge in an all-you-can-eat dinner buffet specially designed for them—a spread that includes chicken nuggets, salad cups, plenty of fruit and a snow cone station. A dinner and drink menu is also available for adults. The cover charge is $15 per child (3-12 years old), and adults pay no cover at all. How’s that for a nice surprise? Show up and get down before bedtime!
3 | Summer Pool Activities
Everyone loves a chilled pool on a sunny day, especially when it’s the central hub of fun-filled activities for the whole family. The sandy beach pool at Renaissance Esmeralda is designed to make kids splash-happy while providing a relaxing space for adults to lean back and rejuvenate. Children can take a refreshment and snack break with unique offerings like snow cones, popcorn and cotton candy machines, or pop by the Popsicle cart for a cold treat before another dip in the pool. Plan your days in advance by reserving a cabana for the whole family, which come with special amenities that’ll make everyone happy: comfy chaise lounges, ceiling fans and more.
Local Insight: Forgot to pack your pool essentials? You can purchase everything from hats, water bottles and sunscreen to floaties, beach balls and sunglasses at Renaissance Esmeralda!
4 | Ultimate Family Stay and Play Package
At a time when staycations are all the rage, Renaissance Esmeralda ups the ante with the ultimate play-cation package. Arrive at a pizza party for four, which includes pizza, cookies, soft drinks and water, and then head to the Desert Glow Entertainment Zone to let your kids splurge with a $100 credit. Here you’ll find virtual reality and classic arcade games, as well as an escape room and a boutique bowling alley. When you book this promotion for two or more nights, you’ll be guaranteed an optional connecting room (+$99 for Sunday-Thursday and +$150 for Friday and Saturday stays), with the daily resort fee waived for the second room. Stay dates are valid through Sept. 15—so be sure to book sooner rather than later!
5 | Spa Esmeralda
While it’s a pleasure to spend time with the family, sometimes parents need to take time for themselves, too. Spa Esmeralda is an idyllic place to do just that, where you’ll find 11 indoor treatment rooms, eight treatment cabanas and one indoor couples’ suite. There are steam rooms and relaxation lounges for both women and men, replete with aromatherapy, bubbling Jacuzzis and garden features. Enter the space and immediately unwind to the sound of cascading water, then settle in for a massage, body treatment or bath ritual. We recommend the Date & Citrus Body Scrub, an exfoliation treatment made with date sugar grown in the Coachella Valley, and the Yuzu Magnesium Bath, a soak intended to promote optimal muscle recovery and deep sleep.
6 | Indian Wells Golf Resort
Featured in Golfweek’s “Top 20 Courses to Play” in California, Indian Wells Golf Resort is the perfect desert experience during a stay at Renaissance Esmeralda. With courses that surround the hotel, the manicured greens and mountain-and-water views are inspiration enough to wake early for a round. The Celebrity Course was designed by Clive Clark and features 18 holes over 7,050 yards, while the Players Course was designed by John Fought and features 18 holes over 7,376 yards. While both are designed for championship swings, we recommend the former for those unafraid of water hazards and the latter for those angling for some friendly yet dynamic bunkering. Regardless of your level of play, this golf resort promises a vast green made for pure sporting fun. The golf resort is also located near the Indian Wells Tennis Gardens, for those who want to double down on playtime.
Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, Indian Wells
44400 Indian Wells Ln
Indian Wells, CA 92210
760.773.4444
