Desert Days, Dive-In Nights, and Deals That’ll Have You Booking Twice

When the forecast calls for triple digits, there’s only one place we’re checking into: La Quinta Resort & Club. This iconic desert oasis is redefining the summer heat, turning up the glow with spa days, poolside cocktails, and al fresco everything. It’s the kind of place where mornings start with citrusy spritzes and yoga on the lawn, and afternoons melt into long, luxurious pool hangs and three-course dinners worth dressing up for.

Add in Dive-In Movies floating under the stars, and reimagined guest rooms that could grace the pages of a high-end home magazine, and suddenly your summer plans look a lot less “maybe later” and a lot more “how ‘bout this weekend?” Consider this your cue to schedule that long-awaited girls’ trip or treat yourself to an impromptu solo escape.

If you’re wondering where summer hits its peak, here’s what makes La Quinta Resort & Club the answer.

 

Dine Your Way Through Summer

Forget the typical resort dinner shuffle. La Quinta Resort’s Taste of Summer dining experience is a delicious reason to stay on property. Each of the resort’s signature restaurants is serving up curated, multi-course, prix-fixe menus that spotlight seasonal ingredients, complex flavors, and a distinct sense of place.

For $35, Adobe Grill delivers bold, Baja-inspired bites like Scallop Crudo or Gazpacho de Sandia to start, followed by entrées like Atun al Pastor or Carne Asada, and a summery Strawberry-Yogurt Parfait to finish. 

At $33, Twenty6 offers elevated comfort food like a refreshing Corn Gazpacho, Lemon Asparagus Pasta, Grilled Salmon with jasmine rice and mango salsa, and Watermelon Panna Cotta topped with crème chantilly.

Over at Morgan’s in the Desert, the $55 prix-fixe pulls out all the stops with choices like a vibrant Strawberry Salad or Meyer Lemon and Watermelon Gazpacho, mains like Roasted Fennel Linguine or Flat Iron Steak, and a finale of Vanilla Bean Profiteroles with rich Valrhona chocolate sauce.

 

Spritz Cocktails That Taste Like Vacation in a Glass

The spritz is having a moment, and La Quinta Resort is shaking (and stirring) things up across its venues. 

For $14 a pop, sip your way through a citrusy collection of cocktails to pair with poolside lounging—Morgan’s offers The Melon Spritz, as fresh and flirty as its name suggests. Adobe Grill’s Mezcalita Spritz adds smoky intrigue to your summer sip. Over at Twenty6, the Berry Limoncello Spritz is berry forward and made for golden hour. Even PLUNGE, the resort’s pool bar, is in on the action, pouring the Summer Spritz to keep you cool between swims. Our advice? Try one of each and find your desert signature.

Local Insight: Call the resort and ask to have the beverage cart sent to your location for a freshly made drink!

 

Spa Days Done Right

If summer is for slowing down, Spa La Quinta is your official HQ. Their treatments are designed to help you beat the heat and nourish everything from sore muscles to sun-parched skin. 

For a total body revival, book the Cucumber Melon + Cryo Swedish Massage, which combines soothing aromatics with targeted cryotherapy to melt tension while keeping you blissfully chill. Want to turn the spa dial all the way up? Go for the Cucumber Melon Body Therapy, a multi-sensory experience featuring a full-body exfoliation, colorful LED chromotherapy, a scalp massage, and the warm magic of Vichy rain showers.

You’ll float out glowing from head to toe—and if you really want to go full soft life, top it off with a Cucumber Melon Spa Mani-Pedi and call it a day well spent. 

Local Insight: After your treatment cool your toes in the tranquil garden fountain. It’s the secret to surviving a sizzling desert afternoon.

 

Cinematic Nights & Sunlit Swims

Sunset and cinema? Always a yes. Dive-In Movies are back at La Quinta Resort and bringing a little Hollywood to the desert. Every weekend, the resort transforms select climate-controlled pools into open-air theaters complete with floating loungers, warm night air, and cult classics or family faves projected under the stars. It’s retro nostalgia meets desert luxury.

The vibe is casual and cozy: grab a cocktail from the bar, kick back in the water, and enjoy a film without ever leaving the pool. Whether you’re here with kids or keeping it adults-only, the experience is pure summer magic.

“We feature Dive-In Movies at the Main Pool on weekends to capture the fun, easygoing feel of classic summer nights. Guests can float in the water or relax in a lawn chair under the night sky, with stars overhead and the pool softly lit. On select weekends, we expand the experience with a themed movie series.” -Graham Salisbury

Local Insight: With 42 pools across the property, there’s always a perfect seat—whether it’s front row to the screen or tucked away in a quieter corner for stargazing post-movie.

 

Pool Days That Deserve Their Own Itinerary

When the day calls for no kids, no noise, and just the right amount of sun, PLUNGE at the Renker Pool delivers. This reimagined, adults-only retreat is all about elevated leisure, with two sleek infinity-edge pools, underwater speakers, and vibrant tilework that makes your midday dip feel like an architectural moment.

Located at the heart of La Quinta’s pool scene, PLUNGE offers everything you need to make a day of it. Grab a crisp spritz from the stylish bar, fuel up at the grab-and-go café, or kick back in a shaded cabana with personal service and room to sprawl.

From the warm spa to the sleek lounge seating and overflow pool design, every detail is curated for comfort. It’s your personal recharging station, there for your tanning, toasting, and total unwinding. PLUNGE is the place to post up, cool down, and live your best life by the water.

 

Check In and Bliss Out

And there you have it—sun-drenched days, spa-induced bliss, and cocktails with a view. And if you need one more reason to hit “book now,” let it be the exclusive La Quinta Summer Experience package. This limited-time deal includes a $40 spa credit per adult (up to two), plus a $100 resort credit you can put toward tennis, pickleball, or dining. Just be sure to book by Aug. 31 and stay by Sept. 30 to claim the perks.

“Whether it’s a cocktail at PLUNGE, breakfast at Twenty6, dinner at Morgan’s, a pickleball lesson, or a gift shop purchase, the $100 credit makes it easy to enjoy.” -Graham Salisbury

Every moment at La Quinta Resort & Club feels like your own personal soft life anthem. Whether you’re planning a last-minute escape or a well-earned reset, this unforgettable desert resort delivers the perfect blend of leisure, luxury, and let’s-do-that-again energy. So, pack the SPF, set your OOO, and get ready to embrace the chill.