Indian Wells travel guide

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You're Going to Love Indian Wells

With a population of 4,958, Indian Wells is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Indian Wells deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Indian Wells

If you’re looking for affordable options, Grove Artisan Kitchen at Miramonte Resort & Spa (45000 Indian Wells Lane) and SPC – Sirocco Pizza Company - Renaissance Resort & Spa (44400 Indian Wells Lane) are great picks. For delicious green meals, La Cucina (76009 Via Club Villa) and Il Forno Trattoria (76009 Via Club Villa) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Indian Wells.

When to visit Indian Wells

Indian Wells in August
Estimated hotel price
$216
1 night at 3-star hotel
Indian Wells in August
Estimated hotel price
$216
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Indian Wells

Plane

When flying to Indian Wells, you’ll arrive at Palm Springs (PSP), which is located 19 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Indian Wells include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Indian Wells departs from Santa Rosa and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Indian Wells.

Car

Another option to get to Indian Wells is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 186 km from Indian Wells. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Indian Wells using FlixBus or Greyhound. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Indian Wells takes 201 km and will cost you around $21. From Phoenix, the ticket costs about $52 for a journey of 459 km.

Plane

When flying to Indian Wells, you’ll arrive at Palm Springs (PSP), which is located 19 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Indian Wells include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Indian Wells departs from Santa Rosa and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Indian Wells.

Car

Another option to get to Indian Wells is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 186 km from Indian Wells. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Indian Wells using FlixBus or Greyhound. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Indian Wells takes 201 km and will cost you around $21. From Phoenix, the ticket costs about $52 for a journey of 459 km.

Airports near Indian Wells

Airlines serving Indian Wells

Lufthansa
Good (4,676 reviews)
KLM
Good (845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,623 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,257 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,583 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,602 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,109 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,434 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,980 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,993 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (935 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (412 reviews)
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Where to stay in Indian Wells

Average rates range from around $428 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $3,967 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Indian Wells

Most booked hotels in Indian Wells

Sands Hotel and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, 144 reviews)
$208+
Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, Indian Wells
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 276 reviews)
$241+
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 471 reviews)
$263+
Hyatt Reg Indian Wells Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 502 reviews)
$311+
La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton
5 stars
Excellent (8, 210 reviews)
$248+
Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.9, 103 reviews)
$231+

Renting a car in Indian Wells

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Indian Wells (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Indian Wells is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Chevrolet Trax or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Indian Wells (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Indian Wells is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Chevrolet Trax or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.