Retreat to a family-friendly golf resort nestled between the mountains and the desert in Southern California's Coachella Valley for $119-$152 per night.

At $100 less per night than area hotels, Marriott's Shadow Ridge Resort in Palm Desert, about a two-hour drive east of Los Angeles, trims rates to: 

• $119 … Dec. 9-13, 16-20
• $127 … Nov. 25-29
• $135 … Sunday-Thursday Jan. 7-31
• $152 … Friday-Saturday Jan. 11-26; daily Feb. 1-7, 14

Surrounding dates through March 7 are also on sale. Room prices are reduced even more when staying five to seven nights.

For $37-$51 more per night, upgrade to a one-bedroom villa with a fully stocked kitchen and private patio or balcony.

This desert oasis has activities for the entire family, including an 18-hole championship golf course, three restaurants and a large pool with a water slide, kids play area and whirlpool.

Click here for more information about this sale and discounts at other Marriott Vacation Club resorts in Palm Desert, Newport Coast, Phoenix and Las Vegas.

Note: A two night minimum stay is required to get this deal.

Not available on: Jan. 13, 20, 27