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Desert Willow Golf Resort

From 20 to 250 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Clean Up
Haley
Monica
Carly
Aubree
Rachel

Recommended by 98% of couples

What is the story behind Desert Willow Golf Resort?

Desert Willow Golf Resort is a picturesque wedding event venue located in Palm Desert, California. Just a few minutes away from downtown Palm Springs, this majestic venue has wonderful staff that will help create the wedding you envision. Whether you want a large wedding reception or a small, more intimate gathering, Desert Willow Golf Resort has the ability to make it happen.

Facilities and Capacity
Desert Willow Golf Resort features three event spaces that can provide varying levels of capacity for wedding events. The Lakeview Terrace can hold up to 300 people for both your wedding ceremony and reception. The Palm Desert Terrace can hold up to 140 people for your wedding ceremony and 70 people for your reception. Finally, The Event Lawn, which is used for ceremonies only, can hold up to 300 people.

Services Offered
Desert Willow Golf Resort offers the following services to wedding couples and their guests:

  • Chairs, tables, and linens
  • Setup and cleanup
  • Glassware, flatware, and china
  • Parking
  • In-house catering
  • Plated and buffet dinner options
  • Food stations
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Cake cutting
  • Servers
  • Bartenders
  • House beer and wine
  • Full service bar
  • Event planning
  • Outside vendors
  • Wireless Internet
  • Cocktail reception

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 27 years in business

  • We speak Our catering and banquet staff invites you to experience our exceptional service and expertise.

Links

Visit website

What are Desert Willow Golf Resort's site fees and venue policies?

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$16

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

20

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Country/Golf Club
Resort

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

July
August
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Desert Willow Golf Resort is praised for its stunning course and terrace views, elegant event spaces, and delicious food. Couples rave about an organized, responsive coordinator and attentive staff who made planning and the wedding day seamless and stress-free. Many strongly recommend the venue.

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Desert Willow Golf Resort is praised for its stunning course and terrace views, elegant event spaces, and delicious food. Couples rave about an organized, responsive coordinator and attentive staff who made planning and the wedding day seamless and stress-free. Many strongly recommend the venue.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 146 reviews
Google
4.5/5 466 reviews
Haley
Haley Sent on 10/20/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn’t recommend enough!!!

My now-husband and I just got married this past weekend at Desert Willow, and we truly cannot say enough amazing things about Robbie and Aralytza! From the very beginning, our experience was absolutely incredible, and so much of that is because of Robbie. If you are considering getting married at Desert Willow, I cannot recommend this venue and its team enough!

We are an out-of-state couple, so the majority of our communication and planning had to be done over the phone, through email, and via text. Naturally, we were a little nervous about planning a wedding from afar, especially since we are the first ones on both sides of our families to get married. We really had no idea what to expect or how to navigate the entire process, and we worried about having to figure everything out on our own. Robbie completely put those worries to rest and made what could have been a stressful and overwhelming process feel effortless.

From the very first interaction, Robbie was phenomenal. She was always so responsive, organized, helpful, and genuinely invested in making sure everything went smoothly. Not once did she miss a message, question, or email. No matter how big or small our questions were, she was always there to help, provide answers, and make sure we felt confident in every decision. Planning a wedding comes with SO many little details, questions, and moving pieces, and having someone like Robbie in our corner made all the difference in the world. We never felt like we were bothering her or asking too much. She made us feel supported every step of the way and gave us so much peace of mind throughout the entire process.

I honestly cannot express how much easier Robbie made these last few months for us. Wedding planning can be overwhelming enough on its own, but doing it from another state adds an entirely different level of stress. Robbie made everything feel manageable, straightforward, and enjoyable. She was always one step ahead, incredibly knowledgeable, and so reassuring whenever we needed guidance. We never felt like we were navigating this process alone, and that meant more to us than she probably even realizes. She genuinely cares about her couples and goes above and beyond to make sure they have the best possible experience.

And then, of course, our wedding day was absolutely amazing! Seeing everything come together after months of planning was so special, and we are beyond grateful for the role Robbie and Aralytza played in making it such a wonderful experience. Having a team we could trust completely allowed us to be present, enjoy every moment, and focus on celebrating with our family and friends instead of worrying about the details. That kind of peace of mind is priceless on your wedding day!

Robbie is truly one of those people who makes you feel like you are in the best hands possible. Her communication, professionalism, kindness, and dedication are unmatched. She made us feel cared for throughout the entire process, and we could not have asked for a better person to help guide us through such an important milestone in our lives. We are so thankful for all the time, effort, patience, and care she put into helping us bring our wedding day to life.

Aralytza was also absolutely wonderful, and we are so grateful to both of them for everything they did for us. The entire experience was so much easier and more enjoyable than we could have imagined, and we genuinely believe that having such an amazing team made all the difference.

If you are an out-of-state couple, feeling overwhelmed by wedding planning, or simply looking for a venue where you will feel supported and taken care of, Desert Willow is an incredible choice. We went into this process with so many questions and very little experience planning a wedding, and we came out of it feeling so grateful that we chose Desert Willow and had Robbie guiding us along the way.

We would choose Desert Willow, Robbie, and Aralytza a million times over! Thank you for making these last few months so enjoyable and for helping make one of the most important days of our lives so special. We will forever be grateful for the experience we had, and we cannot recommend Robbie enough. She is an absolute gem, and Desert Willow is so lucky to have her! 🤍
M
Michelle Sent on 08/18/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful and elegant

The most perfect wedding event for my daughter and her spouse. Just spectacular! Couldn't have imagined a better party! Robbie and her team worked seamlessly with my daughter to plan this destination wedding. And then executed it without a hitch. It was quite hot in July so she made sure the bride and groom stayed well hydrated before the main event.
J
Jack Sent on 05/18/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Seamless, Stunning, and Unforgettable

From start to finish, our wedding day was absolutely perfect. Every detail was beautifully organized, seamless, and thoughtfully executed. Robbie and her entire staff went above and beyond to make sure everything ran flawlessly, allowing us to truly relax and enjoy every moment of our special day.

The venue itself was breathtaking — the golf resort provided the most stunning backdrop for our wedding and created such an elegant and unforgettable atmosphere for our guests. Everything was maintained beautifully and exceeded our expectations.

A special thank you also goes to the Chef and culinary team. The food was truly top shelf — beautifully presented, delicious, and one of the highlights of the evening. Our guests are still talking about how incredible everything tasted!

We cannot thank Robbie, her staff, and the entire team enough for making our wedding such an amazing experience. If you are looking for professionalism, organization, incredible service, and a gorgeous venue, this is the place. Highly recommend!
Monica
Monica Sent on 03/29/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Legendary wedding

Such an incredible wedding, it was so well planned, the execution, the food. It was absolutely perfect, we looked at over 10 venues and I can’t say enough for everything you get with desert willows. Also, Robbie, you are a real MVP. She’s absolutely the sweetest, most amazing human that will absolutely take care of you, praise god for the best memories created.
Carly
Carly Sent on 03/16/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Wedding Venue & Incredible Coordinator

Desert Willow was an absolute dream place to get married! Robbie Lomes, ACCP, Director of Catering, was our event coordinator and main point of contact, and she was extremely helpful and on top of everything you can imagine throughout the entire process. The venue was incredibly accommodating, and the space itself is beautiful even before you add your own touches.

No matter what you decide to bring in or personalize, the venue already has such a great foundation. The food was outstanding, the dance floor setup was perfect, and the overall layout created such a fun energy. My entire crowd was dancing all night!

Robbie was always responsive and timely, and you can tell she is truly seasoned in her role. She made the entire experience feel seamless and stress-free. I truly can’t express enough how calm and supported she made me feel as the bride, and how seamlessly she worked with all of my vendors.

She was amazing to work with, and the venue was everything we hoped for and more.
R
Rayna Sent on 02/24/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best day!!

We had the most incredible experience at Desert Willow! From start to finish, the planning process was seamless and stress-free. Robbie and the team were extremely organized, responsive, and genuinely cared. Everything ran smoothly, and we were able to truly relax and enjoy every moment. We’re so grateful for the experience and highly recommend DW to any couple looking for a perfect wedding day experience!
Aubree
Aubree Sent on 02/18/2026
5 out of 5 rating

A Million Stars… YESSSS!!!

Working with Desert Willow Golf Resort — and especially Robbie — was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From the very first walkthrough, to signing the venue, to our menu tasting, and finally the rehearsal dinner, Robbie and her staff were absolutely top-notch. She was incredibly professional, organized, and truly hands-on throughout the entire planning process, always making us feel supported and confident every step of the way.

Xander and I are high school sweethearts, and we had dreamed about our wedding day for years. Robbie made those dreams come true. Every wish we had, she granted, and she and her staff accommodated every single ask we had along the way. Anytime we had a question, she responded almost immediately, which gave us so much peace of mind during the planning process.

It’s often said that a “perfect wedding” doesn’t exist — but ours was truly as close as it gets. The venue was gorgeous, the food was delicious, and the overall service was exceptional from beginning to end. Choosing Desert Willow and having Robbie as our wedding coordinator was truly the best decision we could have made.

If you’re looking for a venue that truly takes care of you, prides itself on exceptional service, and will give you the wedding day you’ve always dreamed of, give Robbie a call — I promise, you won’t be disappointed. Xander and I couldn’t recommend them enough!
J
Jacqui Sent on 02/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Greateful!

Everything from start to finish went incredibly well and smooth! To this day I’m in awe in how well everything went. I couldn't have asked for better service, professionalism, or venue over all. All of our guests complimented how good the food was in which I agreed!
The view looked incredible during cocktail hour, which was also a great compliment we kept receiving from our guests. I cant thank Robbie enough for all of the care she provided all thought the planning process. We worked with her for a little over a year and every time we communicated any concerns/ questions/ ideas, she was there to guide us through them and achieve a great wedding day! The staff were also so well organized and extremely attentive. Again, I can’t thank Robbie and everyone involved enough in helping us have such a great wedding. Would recommended it 1000%!
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 01/29/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Most amazing wedding ever 🥹

I truly cannot recommend getting married at Desert Willow enough. From start to finish, the entire experience was seamless, thoughtful, and genuinely beautiful. Robbie was incredibly responsive throughout the planning process and was an absolute dream as a day-of coordinator—calm, organized, and always one step ahead. I felt completely supported and never once stressed about logistics on the actual wedding day.

The level of service at Desert Willow is truly unmatched. Every detail was handled with care, professionalism, and warmth, and it allowed us to be fully present and enjoy every moment. I got married in November, and even months later I still find myself soaking it all in and reflecting on how the day was everything—and more—than I could have ever imagined. I honestly still can’t believe how beautifully everything came together.
A
Alyssa Sent on 01/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best Day Ever!

From the very beginning of planning, Robbie was attentive, flexible, and accommodating. The venue and staff helped us create the wedding of our dreams. Guests came up to us all night long stating that it was the best and most beautiful wedding they’ve ever been to. Desert Willow took care of us and made our wedding just as important to them as it was to us. We are so grateful.
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What awards has Desert Willow Golf Resort won?

146
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
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Who is the team behind Desert Willow Golf Resort?

Robbie Lomes
Robbie Lomes
Catering Director and Wedding Coordinator

Do wedding professionals recommend Desert Willow Golf Resort? Which ones?

Jennifer Yount Photography Jennifer Yount Photography Wedding Photographers

You seriously cannot get a better vista for your wedding anywhere else in the greater Palm Springs area! I LOVE this view!! Ashley is a pleasure to work with. She's easy to talk to, flexible to work with and helps make the entire wedding planning process comfortable and enjoyable.

Roger Morales Photography Roger Morales Photography Wedding Photographers

Gorgeous Venue.

Elegant Parties OC Elegant Parties OC Wedding Caterers

Great service and attention to details for all their clients. From: Elegant Parties OC

Where is Desert Willow Golf Resort located?

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Desert Willow Golf Resort frequently asked questions

Desert Willow Golf Resort includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Desert Willow Golf Resort includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Desert Willow Golf Resort includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Wine
The space offered by Desert Willow Golf Resort for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Country/Golf Club
  • Resort
Desert Willow Golf Resort offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Desert Willow Golf Resort offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Desert Willow Golf Resort offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Desert Willow Golf Resort offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Desert Willow Golf Resort is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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