Indian Wells enjoys a spectacular location at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains, nestled up against strikingly shaped and colored rocky hills. The beautiful colors and formations created the perfect setting for one of the valley’s most prestigious country clubs, the venerable Indian Wells Country Club. Its 36 hole championship golf course and breathtaking location attracted those who wanted the best and could afford it—the city is proud of the fact that the median family income for its 5,025 permanent residents is $147,935.

The Indian Wells Tennis Garden

Although one of the smallest cities in the valley, with only about 15 square miles, Indian Wells contains impressive venues. One is the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, the second largest tennis stadium in the world. It has 189 acres of landscaped grounds surrounding the 16,100-seat stadium. The stadium hosts events such as the Prestigious BNP Paribas Open, NBA preseason basketball games and numerous concerts.

Desert Town Hall

This tiny town hosts an annual series of speakers from among the most powerful and well known politicians, heads of state and scientists in the world. Recent speakers included Condoleezza Rice, Newt Gingrich and Pervez Musharraf, the former president of Pakistan.

Indian Wells Arts Festival

This annual event held at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden features over 200 prominent artists. Over 10,000 art lovers and serious collectors come to admire or buy. Sales approach the $1 million dollar range. Artists come from across the country to display fine artwork in every medium from oil, ceramics or glass to photography and sculpture.

World Class Hotels

Indian Wells’ location has attracted world class destination hotel resorts. The famous Indian Wells Resort, opened in 1957, belonged to Hollywood icons Lucille Ball and Desi Arnez. The Miramonte Resort & Spa has two 18 hole golf courses and features The Well Spa, considered one of the top 10 in all of North America. The Hyatt Grand Champions Resort and Spa has 530 deluxe rooms, and private villas with backyard spas and butler service. Its 45 acres include seven swimming pools and an 18 hole golf course. The Renaissance Esmeralda Resort and Spa offers a luxury spa, 36 holes of championship golf, and all the amenities of a hotel named one of the top 500 in the world. It can provide the ultimate in accommodations, such as the 2,879 square feet Presidential Suite. The suite has cathedral ceilings, a private library, wood burning fireplace, a private dining room and whirlpool spa.