Banning Hotels - United States, US

Shilo Inn - Palm Springs
 

The Shilo Inn Suites Palm Springs is a lovely and charming hotel situated amidst courtyards and gazebos. The hotel is strategically located off of Hwy 111, convenient to downtown Palm Springs and the aerial tramway. The Shilo Inn Suites is an extensive property that includes two swimming pools and whirlpool spas - one for families and one for adults only. There is also a steam room, sauna and a fitness facility.The guest accommodations are all mini-suites with a refrigerator, a microwave and a coffeemaker. Ground floor rooms have a patio onto the courtyard, while the second floor rooms have a balcony. These rooms feature either a king or two queen beds. The nightly rate includes a continental breakfast, free airport shuttle service and fresh fruit and popcorn available in the lobby. The Shilo Inn Suites Palm Springs is the perfect choice for visitors seeking comfort and affordability on their next vacation.

Northwoods Resort & Conference
 

Location. The Northwoods Resort Conference Center, located across the street from Big Bear Village, Calif., is within a three-mile radius of alpine thrills at Snow Summit and Bear Mountain recreational areas. Big Bear Performing Arts Center and Moonridge Animal Park and Zoo are also three miles away. The Bear Mountain Golf Course lies four miles from the resort. Hotel Features. This rustic property draws the great outdoors inside with hunting-lodge décor, wildlife-themed furniture pieces and a rugged stone fireplace. A small outdoor splash pool and an expansive spa tub are available for use throughout the year. An indoor sauna is also on site. Stillwells, the hotel's lodge-style restaurant, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner that includes nightly steak and seafood specials. Cocktails are offered by the fireside and in the adjacent lounge. Bike and ski rentals are available in the gift shop, which also sells clothing and food items. The hotel also features an on-site fitness center and 9,000 square feet of meeting and event space equipped with high-speed Internet access. Wireless Internet access is available in the lobby. Guestrooms. The three-story Northwoods Resort and Conference Center has 148 lodge-style guestrooms with bark furniture and wildlife-patterned fabrics. Amenities include television with premium channels, coffeemakers and dial-up Internet access. Selected accommodations feature fireplaces and balconies. Refrigerators are available upon request. Expert Tip. Outdoor enthusiasts can venture to Big Bear Lake, where jet skiing, motor boating, parasailing and sailing are the activities du jour. One mile away, Meadow Park provides a children's playground and a sand volleyball court.

The Block
 

The newest haunt among snowboarders, THE BLOCK at Big Bear features an environment that suits the casual lifestyles of snowboarders world-wide. Having just opened their doors on July 1, 2005 THE BLOCK is a tribute to the conceptual prowess of snowboarding pioneer Marc Frank Montoya and Las Vegas hotelier Liko S. Smith. This innovative hotel property is positioned on the southern shores of Big Bear Lake, within one mile of Big Bear Village.This industrial hotel offers complimentary waxing in the Blue Bird wax room, movie and video-game rentals and continental breakfasts on the weekends. In addition to a seasonal pool and spa tub, THE BLOCK at Big Bear boasts a 1,200-square-foot deck, where guests can barbecue or relax by the gas-powered fire pit. The Lobby, sponsored by Orange County's Liberty Board Shop, features a pool table, a PlayStation 2, several computers with Internet connections and cameras for sending photographs. The guestrooms at this non-smoking hotel are arranged in a fashion celebrating the natural space of each area, and the haute lifestyle of mountain gods. With basic amenities such as wireless Internet access, cable television and optional kitchenettes, the "Old School" rooms are economical, and suited for budget-driven agendas. Meanwhile, catering to the comforts of their niche market, THE BLOCK offers standard guestrooms featuring either one or two king beds, down comforters, snowboard racks, boot dryers/glove warmers, wireless Internet access, Play Station 2's, high-definition televisions and complimentary energy bars and drinks. For ultimate bragging rights, guests can reserve one of the signature guestrooms, which are professionally assembled by sponsors like Spy Optic and Zoo York, and encourage the evolution of snowboarding as a fundamental way of life.

Palm Springs Riviera Resort
 

Location. Downtown Palm Springs, the Palm Springs Convention Center and several museums are within two miles of the 24-acre Palm Springs Riviera Resort (Calif). The resort offers airport shuttle service to Palm Springs International Airport, which is located four miles away. Hotel Features. Attractively designed, the spacious lobby features a lower-level reception area and an upper-level sitting room with pool tables and televisions. Two outdoor pools and spa tubs and a children's pool provide recreation beneath the California sun. An on-site fitness center features free weights and cardio and strength- training equipment. The property also includes an 18-hole putting course, nine tennis courts, a basketball court and sand volleyball court. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas, and the hotel's 50,000 square feet of meeting and event space includes a ballroom that accommodates up to 3,500 guests. The Grill, a fine dining restaurant, offers California cuisine served in a setting that overlooks the pool. The Bar provides beverages and light fare with indoor and outdoor seating, and the Espresso Café offers takeout coffee, pastries, sandwiches and fruit smoothies. Guestrooms. Desert hues blend naturally with a Caribbean theme in the Palm Springs Riviera Resort's 476 guestrooms. Rooms offer wireless Internet access, compact refrigerators, cable television and coffeemakers. Bathrooms feature granite countertops. Select accommodations include furnished balconies or patios with mountain or resort views. Expert Tip. The Palm Springs Riviera Resort is located within two miles of numerous celebrity homes, including estates that belonged to Elvis Presley and Liberace. The concierge can supply complimentary maps that allow guests to conduct self-guided tours. Resort Fees: Resort fees are determined by the hotel and are subject to change.

Lagonita Lodge
 

The Lagonita Lodge (Calif.) is nestled among the pines in the San Bernardino National Forest amidst the cool tranquility of Big Bear Lake and near the popular Snow Summit and Bear Mountain ski resorts. Outdoor lovers and other travelers are near the village's picturesque streets lined with boutiques, unique shops, galleries and restaurants, and within strolling distance of fishing, skiing, boating and windsurfing. Guests can enjoy the Lagonita's indoor heated pool and spa, outdoor spa for adults, fitness center, recreation rooms, lobby fireplace, Internet access, and evening wine and cheese receptions. Guests can begin their mornings with brisk walks and pancake breakfasts by the lake, then enjoy nightly western barbecues. Conference rooms can accommodate up to 25 guests. This two-story mountain lodge features 98 condominium-style guestrooms with mountain-cottage furnishings, kitchens, fireplaces, Internet access, satellite television, VCRs and windows that open.

Big Bear Lakefront Lodge
 

The Big Bear Lakefront Lodge is a tourist-class hotel located right on Big Bear Lake, within walking distance of Big Bear Lake Village. This lakefront resort has been recently remodeled and it has added to its facilities in 2003. The Lodge offers easy access to the multitude of attractions and activities that Big Bear Lake has to offer - water sports, mountain biking, snow skiing and even parasailing. The Lodge's proximity to the main village makes it convenient to a variety of restaurants, shops and galleries. The newly remodeled guest rooms are spacious and well-equipped. These rooms all have new carpet, paint and drapes. They feature a cozy fireplace, cable TV, table, refrigerator, microwave and a patio. The Big Bear Lakefront Lodge recently added a three-slip boat dock for guests and a redwood sundeck, as well. A children's play area and a BBQ area are available for guest enjoyment. If you're searching for affordable comfort and quality, then look no further than the Big Bear Lakefront Lodge.