Every dollar goes a long way, especially on summer family travels. Luckily, Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa in Greater Palm Springs, California, gives families a way to enjoy some great savings this season with its KIDS EAT FREE promotion.
Available for stays from June 1 through Aug. 28, the hotel’s KIDS EAT FREE offer is valid at CAVA, the resort’s casual indoor and alfresco dining venue. The promotion is available for one registered resort guest aged 12 and under per paying adult. The offer also applies to the “Summer of Smiles” menu for breakfast, lunch or dinner, with one complimentary kids’ menu meal provided for each adult entrée purchased. Think short-stack pancakes, grilled cheese, hot dogs and noodles with marinara.

© Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa
Beyond this summer offer, families staying at Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa can enjoy a plethora of family-friendly experiences. Camp Esmeralda is an on-site program for kids with activities like arts and crafts, slime making, sand art, tie-dye, ceramic painting, and more. There’s even Kids’ Night Out evening care, allowing parents to spend some alone time relaxing.
The property also gives families unforgettable experiences like electric bike rentals for desert exploration; HawkTalk, where guests can interact with live birds of prey while learning about their natural behaviors; Desert Glow Entertainment Zone, an indoor adventure hub with arcade games, escape room and VR experiences; and more.

© Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa
Have kids older than 12 and unable to take advantage of the KIDS EAT FREE offer? Then book the hotel’s Ultimate Family Stay and Play offer, which includes a $100 credit to the Desert Entertainment Zone, welcome pizza party for four, guaranteed connecting room at up to 50 percent off and a waived daily resort fee for the second room. This offer is available for stays June 1–Aug. 28, with a minimum two-night stay required.
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