Set in the heart of Rancho Mirage in the Coachella Valley, the 240-acre Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa has one of the largest tennis complexes in the Palm Springs area, with 20 hard courts and 20 pickleball courts.
When Omni bought the resort in 2014, it doubled down on that asset by bringing in Cliff Drysdale Tennis to manage the on-court operations. Tennis thus ranks as a significant lure at a resort with an abundance of other amenities to recommend it, among them 21 holes of golf, a 20,000-square-foot spa, and a kid-friendly water park called Splashtopia. All of this is within easy reach of its guest rooms, which occupy some 30 two-story casitas—all have French doors opening onto outdoor patios—arrayed around lakes and gardens behind the historic main hotel building and its pool, a Hollywood hangout in the 1950s.
The courts are a shuttle ride or pleasant 10-minute walk from the hotel at the country club. Cliff Drysdale Tennis has installed Vicente Ferrer as Director of Tennis and Pickleball. Vicente Ferrer, Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort, CaliforniaA graduate of nearly College of the Desert, he had deep roots in the area having also directed programs at Indian Wells Tennis Garden, site of the BNP Paribas tournament, and the Monterey Country Club. He and his team run a variety of weekly programs for adults supplemented by on two-day and three-day camps, drawing individuals, couples, and small groups. During spring break and over the major holidays, he adds junior activities, including camps. There are many special events surrounding the BNP Paribas Open in the spring. It also hosts several national championships each year. A raised patio off the pro shop and above the sunken stadium court guarantees a crowd of tennis players hanging out, especially during the mornings. There is a swimming pool and spa at one end, and the adjacent golf clubhouse has a bar and restaurant.
Court Complex: There are 20 hard courts, one of them a sunken stadium court with terraced seating on both sides. Six of the courts have lights. In addition, there are 20 pickleball courts. The pro shop itself is minimalist, with demo racquets, basic accessories, and some tennis clothing.
Court Fees: Hotel guests have complementary use of the tennis courts after the pro-shop is closed.
Off Court
Golf Courses: There are 21 holes in total, made up of three nine-hole courses—North, West, and South—that can be combined to create three distinct 18-hole courses. All three are distinguished by palm-lined fairways, Ted Robinson bunkers, and views of the San Jacinto Mountains and interspersed with six lakes. There are no greens fees in summer, and during that June-September period, adult club rentals are just $19, kids clubs are free.
Spa and Fitness Center:Â Located next to the hotel, the Spa has some 50 treatment rooms as well as an outdoor pool exclusively for the use of spa guests. Within the spa is the Fitness Center, with Cybex stations, free weights, various types of Cardio equipments, and yoga classes.
Nothing is more appealing in the desert—especially to kids—that the vast water park called Splashtopia. Large and centrally located, in consists of two 100-foot slides, a lazy river, fountains, sprinklers, a Jacuzzi and various other water features as well as a grill—all of it exclusively for the use of hotel guests. They occasionally screen movies there, too. And there is another adults-only large pool in the plaza behind the hotel.
Dining: In addition to Splash Grill at Splashtopia, guests can dine at Blu Ember, just off the main pool at the hotel, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner of California cuisine, while the nearby Palms Cafe satisfies a need for Peet’s coffee and lighter breakfast and lunch fare. The R Bar opens late afternoons and evenings for pizza and burger fare, large screen TVs, and assorted cocktails.
Accommodations
The basic rooms all have 450 square feet of space and differ primarily in their location and view: Lakeside, Poolside, Plaza, Vista. All have balconies or walk-out patios and come furnished with either a king or two double beds. Various suites are available as well.
Getting there
Seasons: Year-round, though most appealing from October to May
There is a resort shuttle service to the golf shop as well as to the tennis center.
230 Reviews on “Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort and Spa - Cliff Drysdale Tennis”
Excellent
4.6
230 reviews
On Court Experience
5.0
Off Court Experience
5.0
Overall Tennis
5.0
Overall Pickleball
5.0
Adult Tennis Camp Experience
5.0
Tennis Instruction
5.0
Pickleball Instruction
4.0
Adult Tennis Camp Experience
5.0
Accomodations
4.0
Resort Amenities
3.8
BM
I loved the RLP tennis resort. Best in USA ! Beautiful setting! Great courts! Great instructors! Great administrators! Friendly members. A must stay!!
JM
Had an amazing time playing tennis the coaches Elliot and Matt were good fun very knowledgeable and gave me lots of useful tips really liked their enthusiasm for their job and this rubbed off on everyone in their clinics I also had private lesson with Matt very impressed with how he was quick to find and improve parts of my game that my club coach at home had not seen and have been at the club for years
JG
Elliot Pegg was an incredible tennis instructor. I had a great time with him and I’m going to recommend him to all my tennis friends. Thanks, Elliot!
JD
Rancho Las palmas tennis is a fantastic facility. Great staff and excellent instruction. Friendly and inviting
LM
We were (yes, past-tense) complete beginners to tennis. My partner and I dreamed of playing tennis together and our with experienced friends. So we were on the hunt for: a week long camp with professional coaches in a resort setting so that food and accommodation would be close at hand. During our 15 hours of training with Elliot, Chris and Matt we laughed, were challenged and learned a lot. I am pleased to say that by the end we were able to rally and had confidence and a deeper understanding for the game. This was a great experience and time well spent in meeting our goal – to learn tennis. I have zero hesitation in recommending these coaches, this camp location as well as the resort for its accommodations and service.
LD
My husband and I loved the tennis experience at Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa. Our pros were excellent, friendly, patient and fun. We both had a great time and learned a great deal. Highly recommend!
RR
We went to tennis camp for 5 days of lessons knowing nothing about the game. The professionals – Elliot, Matt, and Chris not only taught us the basics but also helped us find a love for the game! Our expectations were surpassed with a full five days of fundemtentals and skills training that we know sets us on the right path on our tennis journey. We look forward to a return trip later in the year to fine tune our skills and advance our game. Cheers to Cliff Drysdslr and the Omni tennis team.
GC
Great tennis experience for group of ladies from Denver! Worked with Chris on customized drills while we attended BNP Paribas Tournament! Great pro and drills!
NK
I enjoyed 3 days of private lessons for myself and my children with the tennis pros (Elliot, Chris, and Matt) at Las Palmas Resort and Spa. It was all around an A+ experience. – Teachers were extremely friendly and engaged – Very comfortable teaching at a variety of levels and ages The lessons were so enjoyable that the 1 hour lessons passed by in what felt like a matter of minutes. I am a regular and experienced tennis player and have worked with a variety of instructors and would rank the Las Palmas team as one of the best and skilled professionals I’ve worked with.
IK
The weather is beautiful and the resort is well kept; albeit the rooms are a bit tired and since the golf courses flooded- they are doing work to renovate. The hotel staff is adequate but the spread out facility makes transportation from the tennis courts, lobby, restaurants and hotel rooms very far apart and requiring golf cart rides. The cart drivers were nice but very under staffed. Therefore when we called ahead to be picked up -many times they were either no-shows or very late. Also , the hotel buses only shuttle you to the Indian Wells tennis facility every hour. As far as tennis camp – we had a great group and the tennis pros were wonderful, sharp and gave insightful instruction to improve the game. As far as Cliff Drysdale Camp the week of Indian Wells tournament- Our only complaint was that the tennis activities were not clearly spelled out and a few of us completely missed playing tennis with the tennis celebrities- though it was an extra $500 that we prepaid for the honor. We missed playing with Tiafoe, Azarenka, Eugenie Bouchard and Daria K, and Tsitsipas. When explaining my frustration with the staff- I would have liked them to accept responsibility because I was denied this experience ; instead there was no attempt to grant me this activity next year, gratis. Also on the first day of the morning clinics I was told by the pro shop to go to the wrong court so I only received 1 hour – not 2 and with an unknown group. Our first day’s Indian Wells box suite was fabulous. It was just perfect being air conditioned and the outdoor seats were in the shade. Unfortunately this was the only day we had this suite. The other days were seats facing the sun and the escape was a room in another section of the stadium but we could only view play on T. V. In this room. Indian Wells is a fabulous tournament where you cal walk around and see the players on the practice court, it’s intimate, too. The Taste of Tennis was really fun and the food was superb.
IA
Great venue. Well connected staff. Well arranged clinics and Indian Wells Tennis access.
JH
Great experience for daily tennis; all one location, walkable to the courts and lots of options at the resort for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Terrific coaching, supportive,, fun and at the same time learned many competitive techniques to raise my game. The daily tennis program was THE highlight for my trip. The accommodations were resort quality, very spacious and comfortable. The front desk agreed to move our room closer to the pool which was appreciated.
IT
Very nice resort. The outdoor area by the pool for food and beverage is excellent . Food quality and presentation is outstanding and one must try the grapefruit jalapeño margaritas . For those interested in spa, services are great and prices reasonable. Now for two years in a row, I have stayed in one of their older rooms. Those could use some updating. It is my understanding that they are going through renovation in phases. We were on a girls trip and some of the women who stayed in remodeled Suites said that their units were very nice. We played three days of tennis (clinics). The tennis director Elliott is excellent in ensuring we get the best value for our money and provided high quality lessons, two years in a row. We plan to go back again next year.
SO
My club tennis pals and I spent a wonderful three days in tennis camp with Elliott and Joey at Rancho Las Palmas. I learned more there than I have in the last year of tennis and feel it really accelerated my game and my confidence.. Oh, and did I mention is was fun! I would highly recommend you make this your next tennis destination.
This is an excellent getaway in late Fall for those of us looking to escape the rain and play some outdoor tennis. The coaching was really good, once the shock of an 8.00 a.m. start wore off, and the drills were both fun and at the same time aimed at improving the typical recreational player’s game, singles and doubles. Rooms are spacious and well equipped. There are a couple of pools and hot tubs to wind down in. My only quibble, and it is a pretty minor one, is that the food was adequate in terms of menu and places to eat, but nothing that would make you get too excited about dinner/breakfast, but we weren’t there for the cuisine, so as I say a minor issue. All in all a great place to kick back for a few days, play some tennis and enjoy the sun.
DW
Fantastic instruction over the course of my 4 dat tennis camp. It really improved my game!
SB
The hotel was a bit dated but clean. The tennis wasn’t exactly what I was expecting but it turned out to be awesome. I really enjoyed Connor. Awesome.
KW
Fun clinics with new topics each day, moves along at a good pace and keeps all levels of ability well intermingled. Opportunity for growth at different rates.
SS
My Alaska women’s tennis team visited the resort for a second year in 2017 because we enjoy the setting and the tennis camp. We stay in friends’ condos, walk to the tennis courts and play about 6 hours each day. We enjoy the pools and the proximity to the shopping area with its good restaurants. We prefer off season (fewer people) and cooler weather. We really enjoyed our stay iun 2016 when the USTA nationals were held at the resort while we were in town. We would love to have that happen again. the only weakness I could see is the club house by the golf course and tennis club does NOT serve espresso?! an espresso machine would ice the cake on a lovely resort.
MI
Beautiful courts and great pool area. The place is quite spread out so be prepared to walk a lot. The bar area is super nice and very relaxing. Overall great experience. I was there for nationals for my 4.5 women’s team and they were super organized and very positive.
WT
Our young tennis instructor from Scotland did an excellent job in analyzing our swings and helped us to work on our weaknesses. He was passionate and really wanted to help my wife and I improve our game which was much appreciated!
RJ
Amazing place Very good tennis camp Wonderful management and teatchers Bryce was The best
JG
I had a 2 hour morning clinic and a 1 hour private lesson later in the day for two days. This was an ideal schedule, just enough time to work on my game without becoming too tired. I was particularly interested in improving my backhand, and the instructor really helped me with this.
MS
We had a great clinic with Robert. We are looking forward to going back next year.
DB
I had a great time with the team. Both the professional and personal attention was next to none! Really a great week of tennis.
AT
Went for tennis weekend with girlfriends and we will definitely be returning. Great setting, great instruction, easy to work with in booking and customizing our trip.
EB
I had an awesome time at Las Palmas Resort near Palm Springs, CA. The pros were so fun and I got a great workout. I was able to play almost 6 hours of tennis over 2 days and felt excited about the progress I made. I booked early in advance and had wonderful customer service with Elliot. I also enjoyed my lesson with Rob W. I recommend booking in advance for the clinics because they do book up.
SJ
Eliott and staff were fantastic in making it simple for our group to play tennis. He went above and beyond to cover every detail and made for a seamless experience for our group. What a score this place is!
JL
Have been traveling to the palm desert area for many years, this past March we had the great opportunity to play tennis and do organized drills several days at Omni Ranco Las Palmas. Rob and his staff were unbelievable hosts and provided excellent instruction and a great workout during organized drills. There is no question we will be back next year!
JE
Loved the tennis, both clinic and private instruction were excellent! Elliot, Rob, and Sam are creative with clinics, very engaged on court, and very helpful with strategy and skills! Iwill definitely return!
BG
Recently had the opportunity to participate in the exceptional instructional program,run by Cliff Drysdale tennis. the pros I worked with,including Director Eliott and Head pro Robert,can take your game to the next level,New to the format is their exclusive no bounce drills, getting you to move to net and play an all court game.Sessions work on technique and strategy. The resort is beautiful,there is an adults only pool and spa curtsied,plenty to do minutes from the hotel.Weather is almost always great.There is Golf on site,and it is very kid friendly.Music festivals at Coachella 20 minutes away.Give it a try,you’ll have a terrific time.
LP
Gorgeous resort with awesome tennis facilities! Loved the instructors…fun and very knowledgeable. Can’t wait to go back!!
LO
Friendly and knowledgeable staff mixed with fun drills and clinics! Beautiful setting at the Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort – so easy to get to tennis in the mornings because of the refreshing views.
EL
This was a great tennis experience. The Cliff Drysdale tennis professionals give excellent instruction in a high energy, fun and competitive format. The tennis facility is beautiful with well maintained hard courts with mountain views. The Omni also has golf, 2 pools, and a nice restaurant.
SK
What an amazing week, participating in the Tennis with the Stars Experience at the Omni Rancho Las Palmas this past month! From the moment I arrived I received the star treatment from the resort and tennis staff alike. The resort grounds were very well manicured and the sweet aroma of flowers filled the air. My first afternoon brought me right to the country club and the tennis center, where I was greeted and set up with my lesson by the friendly and energetic Director of Tennis, Elliot Pegg. Throught the week whether I saw Elliot at his post in the tennis center, elsewhere on the resort grounds or at the Indian Wells tournament, he always had time for a smile or quick conversation. My first lesson was with the Head Pro, Robert Wright and he provided it with the perfect balance of instruction, encouragement and key points to work on, all delivered with his distinguised English accent. You could always tell what court Robert was teaching on, and regardless of who his student was, he always provided the same exceptional service, with the love of the game and his job shining through. The rest of the week’s instruction also included the Cliff Drysdale Tennis team members Scott C., Scott M., Don H., and Joey H. The combination of campers from all over the States and the approachable, knowledgable and simply fun tennis staff made each new day better than the last. Part of our package included a Pro/Am tournament, opportunity to hit with some professional tennis stars and a star exhibition. The Omni Rancho Las Palmas/CDT tennis team, along with the organization Acing Autism presented a wonderful evening, that truly shone under the backdrop of a setting sun on the mountainside. Every now and then you might miss a ball because you are taken aback by your beautiful surroundings. The proximity of the resort to the Indian Wells tennis tournament (which multiple days of attendance were included in the Tennis with the Stars experience) make Omni Rancho Las Palmas an ideal tennis destination in March, but truly for all year round. The only downside I can think of was that my experience ended too soon. So I urge anyone who loves tennis, breathtaking scenery and star service to call Omni Rancho Las Palmas and reserve a court with Elliot and Robert today!
WR
I attended a “Tennis with the Stars” experience which included a tennis clinic each morning and then attendance at the pro-am and an opportunity to hit with some of the rising stars of tennis- Madison Keys, Genie Bouchard, Taylor Gritz & Francis Tiafoe one afternoon/evening, and then attendance at the Indian Wells Tennis Tournament the other two days! Breakfast was included daily and we had dinner as a group 3/4 evenings included. It was a fantastic experience with exceptional tennis instruction provided by the Cliff Drysdale Team of Don Henderson, Scott Colebourne, Joey Hanf & Robert Wright! The experience was top notch, the hospitality was tremendous and the setting was ideal. I would highly recommend the resort as a “go to” place to work on your tennis game and to vacation!
KR
Excellent experience. Beautiful place with awesome pros. Very accommodating, with great clinics and instruction for all levels of play. I have nothing negative to say, it was a great experience and I would highly recommend it.
NK
Robert Wright is an amazing Tennis Pro. Great techniques and super fun clinics.
DM
I can’t rave enough about this place! The setting is stunning and the pros are amazing. I can’t decide if my favorite tennis was the group drills or the private lessons I took. The group drills are fun and fast and went too quickly! This resort is very lucky to have Rob Wright as a pro — he is just the best! Rob was able to quickly assess my strengths and weaknesses and I loved my private lesson so much I made sure to request him specifically for the rest of my trip. The pros here are not only professional but incredibly friendly — they give great instruction while also making sure you are having fun. Isn’t that what a tennis vacation is all about? I will definitely be returning here for fun in the sun in beautiful Palm Springs.
MN
After a week of business travel, my husband and I took a few days off in Palm Springs for some R&R. During this time, we spent our mornings at the CDT adult clinics, followed with a private lesson afterwards for 3 full hours of great tennis each day. The price was quite reasonable for the amount and quality of tennis offered. Robert and Elliot were super fun, easy going, yet still very skilled tennis pros making sure all levels of players had a great experience. While didn’t have an opportunity to stay at the resort, the grounds were pretty and the views of the mountains from the courts were stunning (to the point of being distracting … you can blame the mountains for that missed shot).
SR
Had an amazing experience here -the tennis facility was amazing and all the pros were exceptional . Both rob Wright and Elliot Pagg were amazing in court and very professional and engaging off court during our Indian wells retreat. Would definitely recommend this property and program to all tennis fans !!
JM
This tennis resort was amazing. I had the best tennis instruction ever from Robert Wright. He was personable, knowledgable and most importantly he had an amazing teaching style. He was able to assess what needed to be changed in my technique and game play and explained it in a way that I understood and could relate to. I left feeling like I was a much better tennis player. Go to this resort and ask for Robert Wright!!!!
JT
Loved my five days at the Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa. Spent the mornings working hard and having a blast on the tennis court and the afternoons watching the pros at Indian Wells show me how tennis is done in their world! Our pros with Cliff Drysdale were so much fun and super accommodating working with us before and after drills in the mornings! Can’t say enough good things about Rancho pro Robert Wright…he’s the best!
MM
Omni rancho las palmas tennis is awesome ! Best in USA! Gorgeous setting. The club pros were outstanding !
LM
Elliot Pegg’s attention to customer service was superior. I have never felt so welcome. It felt like coming home even though it was a first time at this beautiful tennis venue.
JH
It was the most fabulous tennis experience of my life. I took a private lesson with Elliot – he is brilliant! I learned so much. I also did a clinic with Robert who is amazing and very savvy. My husband and I did a mixed clinic with Rob and Elliot – it was awesome – we are coming back every year because of the fabulous instructions. Thank you Omni Rancho Las Palmas for hiring Elliot and his crew! They will make you a lot of $$$$$.
JG
Great resort! Fun, friendly and experienced tennis pros! Beautiful setting. I’d definitely go back!
JH
Excellent tennis facilities, 30+ courts, Excellent player match program, extraordinary instruction by accomplished tennis pros, beautiful venue and fun Fri nt mixer events.
CR
While attending the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, we started our daily activities with a clinic at Rancho Las Palmas CC – Cliff Drysdale Tennis. Elliot Pegg and RobWright were great instructors and a joy to be with and treated all the attendees with respect to their abilities. No one ever felt intimidated or like they did not belong. We will be back next year for both the tennis tournament and our daily dose of clinics.
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230 Reviews on “Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort and Spa - Cliff Drysdale Tennis”
I loved the RLP tennis resort. Best in USA ! Beautiful setting! Great courts! Great instructors! Great administrators! Friendly members. A must stay!!
Had an amazing time playing tennis the coaches Elliot and Matt were good fun very knowledgeable and gave me lots of useful tips really liked their enthusiasm for their job and this rubbed off on everyone in their clinics I also had private lesson with Matt very impressed with how he was quick to find and improve parts of my game that my club coach at home had not seen and have been at the club for years
Elliot Pegg was an incredible tennis instructor. I had a great time with him and I’m going to recommend him to all my tennis friends. Thanks, Elliot!
Rancho Las palmas tennis is a fantastic facility. Great staff and excellent instruction. Friendly and inviting
We were (yes, past-tense) complete beginners to tennis. My partner and I dreamed of playing tennis together and our with experienced friends. So we were on the hunt for: a week long camp with professional coaches in a resort setting so that food and accommodation would be close at hand. During our 15 hours of training with Elliot, Chris and Matt we laughed, were challenged and learned a lot. I am pleased to say that by the end we were able to rally and had confidence and a deeper understanding for the game. This was a great experience and time well spent in meeting our goal – to learn tennis. I have zero hesitation in recommending these coaches, this camp location as well as the resort for its accommodations and service.
My husband and I loved the tennis experience at Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa. Our pros were excellent, friendly, patient and fun. We both had a great time and learned a great deal. Highly recommend!
We went to tennis camp for 5 days of lessons knowing nothing about the game. The professionals – Elliot, Matt, and Chris not only taught us the basics but also helped us find a love for the game! Our expectations were surpassed with a full five days of fundemtentals and skills training that we know sets us on the right path on our tennis journey. We look forward to a return trip later in the year to fine tune our skills and advance our game. Cheers to Cliff Drysdslr and the Omni tennis team.
Great tennis experience for group of ladies from Denver! Worked with Chris on customized drills while we attended BNP Paribas Tournament! Great pro and drills!
I enjoyed 3 days of private lessons for myself and my children with the tennis pros (Elliot, Chris, and Matt) at Las Palmas Resort and Spa. It was all around an A+ experience. – Teachers were extremely friendly and engaged – Very comfortable teaching at a variety of levels and ages The lessons were so enjoyable that the 1 hour lessons passed by in what felt like a matter of minutes. I am a regular and experienced tennis player and have worked with a variety of instructors and would rank the Las Palmas team as one of the best and skilled professionals I’ve worked with.
The weather is beautiful and the resort is well kept; albeit the rooms are a bit tired and since the golf courses flooded- they are doing work to renovate. The hotel staff is adequate but the spread out facility makes transportation from the tennis courts, lobby, restaurants and hotel rooms very far apart and requiring golf cart rides. The cart drivers were nice but very under staffed. Therefore when we called ahead to be picked up -many times they were either no-shows or very late. Also , the hotel buses only shuttle you to the Indian Wells tennis facility every hour. As far as tennis camp – we had a great group and the tennis pros were wonderful, sharp and gave insightful instruction to improve the game. As far as Cliff Drysdale Camp the week of Indian Wells tournament- Our only complaint was that the tennis activities were not clearly spelled out and a few of us completely missed playing tennis with the tennis celebrities- though it was an extra $500 that we prepaid for the honor. We missed playing with Tiafoe, Azarenka, Eugenie Bouchard and Daria K, and Tsitsipas. When explaining my frustration with the staff- I would have liked them to accept responsibility because I was denied this experience ; instead there was no attempt to grant me this activity next year, gratis. Also on the first day of the morning clinics I was told by the pro shop to go to the wrong court so I only received 1 hour – not 2 and with an unknown group. Our first day’s Indian Wells box suite was fabulous. It was just perfect being air conditioned and the outdoor seats were in the shade. Unfortunately this was the only day we had this suite. The other days were seats facing the sun and the escape was a room in another section of the stadium but we could only view play on T. V. In this room. Indian Wells is a fabulous tournament where you cal walk around and see the players on the practice court, it’s intimate, too. The Taste of Tennis was really fun and the food was superb.
Great venue. Well connected staff. Well arranged clinics and Indian Wells Tennis access.
Great experience for daily tennis; all one location, walkable to the courts and lots of options at the resort for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Terrific coaching, supportive,, fun and at the same time learned many competitive techniques to raise my game. The daily tennis program was THE highlight for my trip. The accommodations were resort quality, very spacious and comfortable. The front desk agreed to move our room closer to the pool which was appreciated.
Very nice resort. The outdoor area by the pool for food and beverage is excellent . Food quality and presentation is outstanding and one must try the grapefruit jalapeño margaritas . For those interested in spa, services are great and prices reasonable. Now for two years in a row, I have stayed in one of their older rooms. Those could use some updating. It is my understanding that they are going through renovation in phases. We were on a girls trip and some of the women who stayed in remodeled Suites said that their units were very nice. We played three days of tennis (clinics). The tennis director Elliott is excellent in ensuring we get the best value for our money and provided high quality lessons, two years in a row. We plan to go back again next year.
My club tennis pals and I spent a wonderful three days in tennis camp with Elliott and Joey at Rancho Las Palmas. I learned more there than I have in the last year of tennis and feel it really accelerated my game and my confidence.. Oh, and did I mention is was fun! I would highly recommend you make this your next tennis destination.
Seriously, there were no weaknesses. The hotel was beautiful. My room was nicely decorated and clean. The restaurant at the hotel had wonderful food and if I needed a quick bite I could go to the coffee café. The staff at the hotel and spa were all so sweet. I had my nails done at the spa and they were beautiful. I also used the day facilities to get ready for the flight and I was provided with everything I needed to get ready. I got so much out of the tennis instructions with Elliot and Joey. It changed my game completely (I didn’t even know about the different grips). Elliot and Joey were knowledgeable, funny, patient, and I definitely looked forward to playing every day. I am absolutely a better player now thanks their instructions. Can’t wait to back next year!
This is an excellent getaway in late Fall for those of us looking to escape the rain and play some outdoor tennis. The coaching was really good, once the shock of an 8.00 a.m. start wore off, and the drills were both fun and at the same time aimed at improving the typical recreational player’s game, singles and doubles. Rooms are spacious and well equipped. There are a couple of pools and hot tubs to wind down in. My only quibble, and it is a pretty minor one, is that the food was adequate in terms of menu and places to eat, but nothing that would make you get too excited about dinner/breakfast, but we weren’t there for the cuisine, so as I say a minor issue. All in all a great place to kick back for a few days, play some tennis and enjoy the sun.
Fantastic instruction over the course of my 4 dat tennis camp. It really improved my game!
The hotel was a bit dated but clean. The tennis wasn’t exactly what I was expecting but it turned out to be awesome. I really enjoyed Connor. Awesome.
Fun clinics with new topics each day, moves along at a good pace and keeps all levels of ability well intermingled. Opportunity for growth at different rates.
My Alaska women’s tennis team visited the resort for a second year in 2017 because we enjoy the setting and the tennis camp. We stay in friends’ condos, walk to the tennis courts and play about 6 hours each day. We enjoy the pools and the proximity to the shopping area with its good restaurants. We prefer off season (fewer people) and cooler weather. We really enjoyed our stay iun 2016 when the USTA nationals were held at the resort while we were in town. We would love to have that happen again. the only weakness I could see is the club house by the golf course and tennis club does NOT serve espresso?! an espresso machine would ice the cake on a lovely resort.
Beautiful courts and great pool area. The place is quite spread out so be prepared to walk a lot. The bar area is super nice and very relaxing. Overall great experience. I was there for nationals for my 4.5 women’s team and they were super organized and very positive.
Our young tennis instructor from Scotland did an excellent job in analyzing our swings and helped us to work on our weaknesses. He was passionate and really wanted to help my wife and I improve our game which was much appreciated!
Amazing place Very good tennis camp Wonderful management and teatchers Bryce was The best
I had a 2 hour morning clinic and a 1 hour private lesson later in the day for two days. This was an ideal schedule, just enough time to work on my game without becoming too tired. I was particularly interested in improving my backhand, and the instructor really helped me with this.
We had a great clinic with Robert. We are looking forward to going back next year.
I had a great time with the team. Both the professional and personal attention was next to none! Really a great week of tennis.
Went for tennis weekend with girlfriends and we will definitely be returning. Great setting, great instruction, easy to work with in booking and customizing our trip.
I had an awesome time at Las Palmas Resort near Palm Springs, CA. The pros were so fun and I got a great workout. I was able to play almost 6 hours of tennis over 2 days and felt excited about the progress I made. I booked early in advance and had wonderful customer service with Elliot. I also enjoyed my lesson with Rob W. I recommend booking in advance for the clinics because they do book up.
Eliott and staff were fantastic in making it simple for our group to play tennis. He went above and beyond to cover every detail and made for a seamless experience for our group. What a score this place is!
Have been traveling to the palm desert area for many years, this past March we had the great opportunity to play tennis and do organized drills several days at Omni Ranco Las Palmas. Rob and his staff were unbelievable hosts and provided excellent instruction and a great workout during organized drills. There is no question we will be back next year!
Loved the tennis, both clinic and private instruction were excellent! Elliot, Rob, and Sam are creative with clinics, very engaged on court, and very helpful with strategy and skills! Iwill definitely return!
Recently had the opportunity to participate in the exceptional instructional program,run by Cliff Drysdale tennis. the pros I worked with,including Director Eliott and Head pro Robert,can take your game to the next level,New to the format is their exclusive no bounce drills, getting you to move to net and play an all court game.Sessions work on technique and strategy. The resort is beautiful,there is an adults only pool and spa curtsied,plenty to do minutes from the hotel.Weather is almost always great.There is Golf on site,and it is very kid friendly.Music festivals at Coachella 20 minutes away.Give it a try,you’ll have a terrific time.
Gorgeous resort with awesome tennis facilities! Loved the instructors…fun and very knowledgeable. Can’t wait to go back!!
Friendly and knowledgeable staff mixed with fun drills and clinics! Beautiful setting at the Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort – so easy to get to tennis in the mornings because of the refreshing views.
This was a great tennis experience. The Cliff Drysdale tennis professionals give excellent instruction in a high energy, fun and competitive format. The tennis facility is beautiful with well maintained hard courts with mountain views. The Omni also has golf, 2 pools, and a nice restaurant.
What an amazing week, participating in the Tennis with the Stars Experience at the Omni Rancho Las Palmas this past month! From the moment I arrived I received the star treatment from the resort and tennis staff alike. The resort grounds were very well manicured and the sweet aroma of flowers filled the air. My first afternoon brought me right to the country club and the tennis center, where I was greeted and set up with my lesson by the friendly and energetic Director of Tennis, Elliot Pegg. Throught the week whether I saw Elliot at his post in the tennis center, elsewhere on the resort grounds or at the Indian Wells tournament, he always had time for a smile or quick conversation. My first lesson was with the Head Pro, Robert Wright and he provided it with the perfect balance of instruction, encouragement and key points to work on, all delivered with his distinguised English accent. You could always tell what court Robert was teaching on, and regardless of who his student was, he always provided the same exceptional service, with the love of the game and his job shining through. The rest of the week’s instruction also included the Cliff Drysdale Tennis team members Scott C., Scott M., Don H., and Joey H. The combination of campers from all over the States and the approachable, knowledgable and simply fun tennis staff made each new day better than the last. Part of our package included a Pro/Am tournament, opportunity to hit with some professional tennis stars and a star exhibition. The Omni Rancho Las Palmas/CDT tennis team, along with the organization Acing Autism presented a wonderful evening, that truly shone under the backdrop of a setting sun on the mountainside. Every now and then you might miss a ball because you are taken aback by your beautiful surroundings. The proximity of the resort to the Indian Wells tennis tournament (which multiple days of attendance were included in the Tennis with the Stars experience) make Omni Rancho Las Palmas an ideal tennis destination in March, but truly for all year round. The only downside I can think of was that my experience ended too soon. So I urge anyone who loves tennis, breathtaking scenery and star service to call Omni Rancho Las Palmas and reserve a court with Elliot and Robert today!
I attended a “Tennis with the Stars” experience which included a tennis clinic each morning and then attendance at the pro-am and an opportunity to hit with some of the rising stars of tennis- Madison Keys, Genie Bouchard, Taylor Gritz & Francis Tiafoe one afternoon/evening, and then attendance at the Indian Wells Tennis Tournament the other two days! Breakfast was included daily and we had dinner as a group 3/4 evenings included. It was a fantastic experience with exceptional tennis instruction provided by the Cliff Drysdale Team of Don Henderson, Scott Colebourne, Joey Hanf & Robert Wright! The experience was top notch, the hospitality was tremendous and the setting was ideal. I would highly recommend the resort as a “go to” place to work on your tennis game and to vacation!
Excellent experience. Beautiful place with awesome pros. Very accommodating, with great clinics and instruction for all levels of play. I have nothing negative to say, it was a great experience and I would highly recommend it.
Robert Wright is an amazing Tennis Pro. Great techniques and super fun clinics.
I can’t rave enough about this place! The setting is stunning and the pros are amazing. I can’t decide if my favorite tennis was the group drills or the private lessons I took. The group drills are fun and fast and went too quickly! This resort is very lucky to have Rob Wright as a pro — he is just the best! Rob was able to quickly assess my strengths and weaknesses and I loved my private lesson so much I made sure to request him specifically for the rest of my trip. The pros here are not only professional but incredibly friendly — they give great instruction while also making sure you are having fun. Isn’t that what a tennis vacation is all about? I will definitely be returning here for fun in the sun in beautiful Palm Springs.
After a week of business travel, my husband and I took a few days off in Palm Springs for some R&R. During this time, we spent our mornings at the CDT adult clinics, followed with a private lesson afterwards for 3 full hours of great tennis each day. The price was quite reasonable for the amount and quality of tennis offered. Robert and Elliot were super fun, easy going, yet still very skilled tennis pros making sure all levels of players had a great experience. While didn’t have an opportunity to stay at the resort, the grounds were pretty and the views of the mountains from the courts were stunning (to the point of being distracting … you can blame the mountains for that missed shot).
Had an amazing experience here -the tennis facility was amazing and all the pros were exceptional . Both rob Wright and Elliot Pagg were amazing in court and very professional and engaging off court during our Indian wells retreat. Would definitely recommend this property and program to all tennis fans !!
This tennis resort was amazing. I had the best tennis instruction ever from Robert Wright. He was personable, knowledgable and most importantly he had an amazing teaching style. He was able to assess what needed to be changed in my technique and game play and explained it in a way that I understood and could relate to. I left feeling like I was a much better tennis player. Go to this resort and ask for Robert Wright!!!!
Loved my five days at the Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa. Spent the mornings working hard and having a blast on the tennis court and the afternoons watching the pros at Indian Wells show me how tennis is done in their world! Our pros with Cliff Drysdale were so much fun and super accommodating working with us before and after drills in the mornings! Can’t say enough good things about Rancho pro Robert Wright…he’s the best!
Omni rancho las palmas tennis is awesome ! Best in USA! Gorgeous setting. The club pros were outstanding !
Elliot Pegg’s attention to customer service was superior. I have never felt so welcome. It felt like coming home even though it was a first time at this beautiful tennis venue.
It was the most fabulous tennis experience of my life. I took a private lesson with Elliot – he is brilliant! I learned so much. I also did a clinic with Robert who is amazing and very savvy. My husband and I did a mixed clinic with Rob and Elliot – it was awesome – we are coming back every year because of the fabulous instructions. Thank you Omni Rancho Las Palmas for hiring Elliot and his crew! They will make you a lot of $$$$$.
Great resort! Fun, friendly and experienced tennis pros! Beautiful setting. I’d definitely go back!
Excellent tennis facilities, 30+ courts, Excellent player match program, extraordinary instruction by accomplished tennis pros, beautiful venue and fun Fri nt mixer events.
While attending the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, we started our daily activities with a clinic at Rancho Las Palmas CC – Cliff Drysdale Tennis. Elliot Pegg and RobWright were great instructors and a joy to be with and treated all the attendees with respect to their abilities. No one ever felt intimidated or like they did not belong. We will be back next year for both the tennis tournament and our daily dose of clinics.