A four-star sanctuary in the desert, the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa provides first-class service at the foot of the spectacular Santa Rosa Mountains. Well-designed architecture features a stunning blend of African ash woods accented with hand-laid tile walkways, an eight-story atrium lobby, specially commissioned works of art and a storied grand staircase. With views filled by fountains, lakes and the Players golf course, Esmeralda is truly an oasis of sophisticated delights.

Each of the 560 beautifully appointed rooms and suites provides a personal retreat to unwind, and all feature a host of luxurious amenities such as plush terry-cloth robes, double basins set in marble vanities, spacious double-sided closets and private balconies overlooking the mountains or pool.

The resort has recently invested $12 million in modernizing its extensive event facilities with the most current audiovisual equipment, sleek lighting and timeless design touches. In all, the Renaissance Esmeralda offers 45 spacious meeting rooms ranging from 500 to 18,392 square feet, including office space, executive boardrooms and pre-function space with floor-to-ceiling windows capturing dramatic vistas of the Santa Rosa Mountains. Whether it's a high-intensity conference, a festive wedding or an intimate gathering of friends, skilled planners are on hand to take care of all the details so guests can simply sit back and delight in the peaceful surroundings.

Visitors revel in authentic cuisine at Sirocco -- rated by Zagat as the best Italian restaurant in the Coachella Valley -- or sample the fresh flavors of California at the bistro-style eatery Cava. Sunbathing refreshment is on tap at the Pool Bar, while renowned Starbucks coffee is served at Cafe Biscotti. At the end of a warm desert night, guests love to hit the Glo lobby bar for specialty beverages and a delicious tapas menu, or enjoy the tasty offerings at Glo Sushi.

For those looking to improve their swing, the Renaissance Esmeralda is surrounded by two 18-hole championship golf courses, while the new Callaway Golf Performance Center at Indian Wells welcomes golfers of all levels to experience the same club-fitting technology used by touring professionals. The Renaissance Esmeralda also offers world-class tennis, the largest pool in the desert, and a multitude of hiking and biking paths nearby. Indoors, the resort's state-of-the-art fitness center accommodates active guests' cardio and strength training needs, and specialty fitness classes are offered daily.

To truly get away from it all, Spa Esmeralda introduces an environment of absolute tranquility, from a lush Spa Garden with cascading waterfall baths and private treatment cabanas to exquisitely appointed lounges. Offering a complete menu of massage therapies and skin treatments, Spa Esmeralda leaves guests feeling pampered, refreshed and rejuvenated.