Festival Camping Near the Empire Polo Club
Quiet nights by palm‑lined lakes—then back to the music in minutes
Trade parking‑lot camping for full‑hook‑up comfort and easy rideshare access. Coachella Lakes sits less than 7 miles from the Empire Polo Club and offers two great options: RV Sites with 30/50 amp, Wi‑Fi & local cable or fully furnished Vacation Rentals for non‑RVers. Over festival dates, standard rules apply: 3‑night minimums, RVs 10 years or newer, and max 8 guests per RV site. See all booking details below.
Why Coachella Lakes Is the Smart Festival Base
Sleep well, rally early. Instead of hot car‑camping, return to a full‑hook‑up RV Site with 30/50 amp power, running water, sewer, Wi‑Fi and local cable—or choose a fully furnished Vacation Rental with real beds, a kitchen, and a private porch. In the morning, coffee by the lake; by afternoon, you’re rideshare‑bound for gates just down the road. The result: more energy for the music and fewer logistics to fight.
- <7 miles to festival grounds (Empire Polo Club).
- On‑site amenities to reset between sets (pools, hot tubs, putting course, pickleball).
- Guests arrange transportation; rideshare is available.
Choose Your Stay
RV Sites (Full Hookups)
351 full‑hook‑up sites with 30/50 amp, water, sewer, Wi‑Fi & local cable; pull‑thru and back‑in options. 3‑night minimum over festival dates; RVs must be 10 years or newer; max 8 guests per RV site. Best for crews who want their own rig comforts and fast turnarounds.
Fully Furnished Vacation Rentals
1‑ and 2‑bedroom rentals (some with lofts) include full kitchens, linens, Wi‑Fi, and porches with BBQ—ideal for friends or family without an RV. 3‑night minimum on festival dates. Limited inventory—book early for April weekends.
Festival Rules at a Glance
- Distance: Less than 7 miles to the Empire Polo Club.
- Transportation: Guests arrange their own; rideshare is available.
- RV Sites: RVs must be 10 years or newer; 3‑night minimum; maximum 8 guests per site.
- Vacation Rentals: 3‑night minimum on festival dates.
- Payments: 50% deposit at booking; cancellations 30+ days before arrival avoid forfeiting the deposit; remaining balance auto‑charged 29 days before arrival.
Compare Your Festival Home Base
Coachella Lakes (RV Site or Vacation Rental)
- Full hookups (30/50 amp, water, sewer) or full kitchen/sleeping rooms.
- Wi‑Fi & local cable at your site or rental.
- Quiet, clean showers and real beds.
- Rideshare in minutes; easy exit after shows.
Car‑Camping at the Grounds
- Hot tents and limited power.
- Long exits after headliners.
- Shared facilities; little privacy.
- No quiet green space by a lake.
Traditional Hotel
- Varies on space/amenities.
- Often crowded hallways & long shuttles.
- No private kitchen or BBQ porch.
- Harder for mixed RV + non‑RV crews to stay together.
How to Book for Festival Weekends
Pick your dates — Use the availability tool and select festival weekend nights. (A 3‑night minimum applies.)
Choose your stay type — RV Site (with full hookups) or Vacation Rental (1–2BR, some lofts).
Confirm policies & pay deposit — 50% due at booking; review the festival‑weekends policy on the Events page.
Plan your rideshare — Guests arrange transportation; rideshare is the most popular option.
Balance due — The remaining balance auto‑charges 29 days prior to arrival on the card on file.
Pack Smart for Desert Days & Cool Night
- Hydration pack + refillable bottles
- Sun hat, UPF layers, and SPF
- Portable charger + cable
- Comfortable closed‑toe shoes
- Light jacket for the late‑night dip
- Ear protection for the pit
Festival Camping FAQs
How close are you to the festival grounds?
We’re less than 7 miles from the Empire Polo Club, home of Coachella and Stagecoach. Guests typically use rideshare for transport.
What are the minimum‑stay and occupancy rules?
Over festival dates, RVs must be 10 years or newer, 3‑night minimum applies, and max occupancy is 8 guests per RV site. Vacation Rentals have a 3‑night minimum.
Do you have lodging for people who don’t own RVs?
Yes—book our fully furnished Vacation Rentals (1–2 bedrooms, some with lofts) with kitchens, linens, Wi‑Fi, and porches with BBQ.
What are the deposit and cancellation terms for festival weekends?
50% deposit is due at booking. Cancellations must be 30+ days prior to arrival to avoid forfeiting the deposit. The remaining balance is auto‑charged 29 days before arrival.
Is there a shuttle from the resort?
We don’t operate a shuttle. Guests are responsible for their own transportation; rideshare is available.