Indio’s nickname of “City of Festivals” is well-deserved—this fun-loving southern Californian community is home to the world-famous Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. Demand for Indio vacation rentals peaks in mid-April, when Coachella attracts the very best of rock, indie, and hip-hop to the city’s Empire Polo Club. Less well-known but no less popular is the Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival in February, a celebration of the sweet fruit that is one of the region’s major exports, featuring camel races, food stalls, and a spectacular Arabian nights pageant.
The Coachella Valley History Museum offers the chance to discover another side of Indio’s cultural heritage. The 2-acre campus features a schoolhouse, a blacksmith’s shop, and displays of traditional farming implements, set among a variety of garden habitats. An adobe homestead dating from 1926 exhibits artifacts from the daily lives of the family who once owned it, while the California Date History Museum traces the history of the date palm, from its origins in the Middle East to its arrival in the Coachella Valley. The museum is open on different days according to the season, so check before you visit.
Surrounded on 3 sides by mountains, the Coachella Valley has an enviable track record of dry, sunny summers and some of the mildest winters west of the Rockies. During the height of summer, temperatures regularly tip the high 90s, so Indio vacation rentals with a pool are the first to get booked up—thankfully, most accommodations benefit from private pools, patios, and barbecues to make the most of the hot summer nights. Add a hot tub and spa to your search and you’ll find a range of Indio vacation rentals that work just as well for winter getaways.
The 1,000 Palms Oasis is a unique feature of the Coachella Valley Preserve, a protected area that also contains the Coachella Valley National Wildlife Refuge. The oasis is fed by natural springs that support the growth of the California Fan Palm, the only palm tree native to the state. Groundwater trapped in the San Andreas Fault provides a secondary source of irrigation, creating a corridor of lush greenery that stretches along the desert floor. The freshwater ponds that form naturally along the fault line also support breeding colonies of the endangered desert pupfish.
The nearest airport is in Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP), located 18.1 mi (29.1 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you can also fly into Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD), which is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) away.
The heart wants what it wants, and right now it wants to take a vacation. It's time to pack your suitcase and escape to one of these top vacation rentals in or near Indio:
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You need only set foot in one of our tiny house vacation rentals in Indio to realize that amazing things really do come in tiny packages. Designed to make use of every square inch of space, these fun-sized digs promise a big vacation experience:
Whether you want to spend your trip adventuring outdoors or kicking back with your crew, Vrbo has lovely log cabins where you can do both. Check out these retreats in and around Indio:
If you're in need of somewhere to relax and completely switch off for a few nights, you'll have your pick of amazing weekend getaways in and around Indio. Revive your spirit at one of these top options:
Enjoy the culture and energy of Indio from the comfort of your own studio apartment. Whether you plan to relax on your own or live it up with a few friends, we'll help you find the perfect studio apartment in and around Indio:
When you're ready to leave your studio apartment and discover the highlights, there's plenty to keep you busy around Indio. Into culture? Don't miss Fox Entertainment Plaza and Fender Museum.
Just because you only have a few days to spare doesn't mean you have to spend it in a soulless hotel. Head off on vacation but still have the comforts of home at one of these short-term rentals in or around Indio:
Nothing says "I love you" quite like a romantic weekend together. If you're longing to spend a couple of relaxing nights away with your sweetheart, we've got some romantic getaways in and around Indio that will set your heart aflutter:
Sneak a peek at these large group vacation rentals in or near Indio and forget about leaving anyone off your invite list:
Whether you're arranging a birthday party, a wedding or a memorable escape with the special people in your life, we'll help you find a space to fit your group. Send invites out to your posse and check out these large vacation rentals in or around Indio:
A pool is often a necessity when deciding where to stay on vacation, especially if you're traveling with kids. Browse these houses with a pool in or near Indio and spend your days splish-splashing around:
Curious what the weather is like in Indio? It has a desert climate, with average summertime temperatures ranging from 75 ºF to 95 ºF. If you're searching for a little more inspiration on places to stay in this popular destination, use the search bar at the top of the page and adjust the filters to check out our entire selection of Indio vacation rentals.