Hotel Overview
Desert Hiking Trip...Oh and Dark n Stormy Cocktails by the pool!
A great drive to Palm Springs and was really made to feel welcome at the Ace by the friendly staff...
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Tunaboy
- Nov 28, 2011
Hip and Swank in the Desert!
Ace Hotel and Swim Club in Palm Springs is a hip and swank getaway in the desert. Great party scene...
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JHW1
- Sep 12, 2011
HighlightsChic hotel offers funky decor and spa services in Palm Springs
Ace Hotel and Swim Club is built on the foundation of a 1965 Howard Johnson hotel and the property has been revamped to maintain the 1960s era charm. Funky, edgy decor creates a distinctive look, and rooms combine well-worn leather couches with luxurious bedding, expertly melding gritty, 60s-type furnishings with modern amenities. Just south of downtown Palm Springs and close to the mountains, Ace Hotel and Swim Club gives a nod toward the coolness of the past, in a contemporary setting.Highlights
- Funky, 1960s-inspired decor
- Spa services with organic ingredients
- Close to Palm Springs and mountains
Rooms
Ace Hotel and Swim Club rooms boast eye-catching, distinctive details. Screens around the beds feature 1960s-era photos tacked up with binder clips. Chairs seem rescued from old schoolhouses or offices. Canvas drapes are pinned back to reveal patio spaces, giving rooms the feel of a safari tent. The effect is a charming, retro atmosphere that feels comfortable and welcoming. Suites offer separate living areas and some feature vinyl record players in the room.
Features
Ace Hotel and Swim Club features an old, restored diner called King's Highway that offers traditional American favorites. Chefs use local, seasonal and organic ingredients whenever possible and the meats are sustainably raised. The Amigo Room bar serves classic and creative cocktails using fresh juices and house-made mixers.
Guests can also borrow one of the hotel's Weber grills for a room's private patio or terrace. The hotel offers communal outdoor hearths if guests want to mingle and make new friends while preparing their outdoor feasts.
The Feel Good Spa at Ace Hotel and Swim Club provides simple, practical treatments geared toward boosting health and relaxation while treating the senses to a luxurious experience. The spa focuses on using natural, organic ingredients and offers purifying clay masks, body scrubs, hot stone massage, deep tissue massage, cooling skin treatments and facials. The extensive pool area offers another opportunity to relax and recharge.
Ace Hotel and Swim Club is close to numerous activities in the area. The Smoke Tree Stables offers horseback riding by the hour, while Indian Canyons Golf boasts two semi-private, championship courses. Also close is the Palm Springs Tennis Club.
Transportation
- Palm Springs International Airport (2.3 mi/3.8 km)
Attractions
- Village of Palm Springs (1.2 mi/1.9 km)
- Rancho Mirage, Cathedral City (4.6 mi/7.4 km)
Business
- Business center
- Meeting facilities
- Free Wi-Fi
Ace Hotel and Swim Club Rooms
- Patio with Garden
- One King sized bed. Bathroom with shower, tub and signature amenities, 42" and MP3 plug. Adjacent private patio (235 - 265 SF) with lounge area. Vinyl record players and unique vintage furniture.
- Patio with Fire Place
- One King sized bed. Bathroom with shower, tub and signature amenities, 42" flatscreens and MP3 plug. Adjacent private patio (235 - 265 SF) with lounge area and fire pit. Vinyl record players and unique vintage furniture. Pool views
- Simple Suite
- One King sized bed and upscale living room area with vintage furniture. Bathroom with shower, tub and signature amenities. 42" flatscreens and MP3 plug. Vinyl record players in room.
- Side by Side Suite
- One King sized bed and upscale living room area with vintage furniture. Bathroom with shower, tub and signature amenities. 42" flatscreens and MP3 plug. Vinyl record players in room.
- Ace Suite
- One King sized bed and upscale living room area with vintage furniture. Bathroom with shower, tub and signature amenities. 42" flatscreens and MP3 plug. Vinyl record players in room. Private patio with fireplace and lounge area.
- Simple room
- The Room offers One King sized or two double-double beds. Bathroom with shower, tub and signature amenities. 42" flatscreens and MP3 plug. Palm Springs city views.
- Standard room
- The Room offers One King sized or two double-double beds. Bathroom with shower, tub and signature amenities. 42" flatscreens and MP3 plug. Mountain or pool views.
- King Lounge Twin
- The Room offers One King sized bed with two twins. Bathroom with shower, tub and signature amenities. 42" flatscreens and MP3 plug. Mountain or pool view.
Hotel Map
701 E. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264
- Area served
- Palm Springs
- Nearby airports
- International Airport: Palm Springs International Airport
- Area description
- Hotel is located in 701 E Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs CA 92264
Amenities
- Business center
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Fitness center
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Health Club
- High-speed Internet
- Internet Access
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Pets allowed
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Smoke-free policy
- Spa services
- Wireless Internet
Dining
- King's Highway Restaurant
- We took the old Denny's restaurant on the property and unearthed a cool terrazzo floor, sandblasted the flagstone walls and recovered the booths in saddle leather. The food redefines roadside diner fare as part of an American peasant food tradition-rustic, direct, resourceful, sensuous, and social. The focus will be on fresh, organic, and local ingredients that expand the stereotypical view of Palm Springs to create a regional cuisine grounded in a sense of place. We understand that food is first and foremost a series of relationships not only in the eating but in the preparing and the sourcing. We believe that cooking should always be inspired but never pretentious and that food should be accessible but not ordinary. In feeling, we imagine this experience like the most amazing backyard barbeque you've ever been to.
- Amigo Bar
- There is the original old ranch-hand bar, the Amigo Room, which we have restored to its high/low glory and we have added an old ice cream truck- the Short Bus- as our poolside bar. The Trailer bar- an old caravan with graphics by the Date Farmers- will roll up to the Commune for events. Unlike typical Palm Springs bars, we emphasize quality micro-distilleries and fresh mixing ingredients like real, squeezed juices, infusions, and homemade syrups.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 0300
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (59)
Ratings and reviews for Ace Hotel and Swim Club
- All travelers (59) 3.8 / 5
- Business (3) 4 / 5
- Couples (26) 3.6 / 5
- Families (10) 3.9 / 5
- Friends (9) 4 / 5
- Singles (9) 4 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (1) 5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.1
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.1
- Hotel staff:
- 4.2
- Room comfort:
- 3.9
- Location:
- 4.2
- Value:
- 3.9
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Would recommend
Desert Hiking Trip...Oh and Dark n Stormy Cocktails by the pool!
A great drive to Palm Springs and was really made to feel welcome at the Ace by the friendly staff : ) Great room and very relaxed easy going atmosphere and lots of good music playing. Went to the bar that evening and a great bartender made fantastic drinks and helped us plan our few days of hiking and gave us recommendations for places to eat! There is a $20 a day resort fee on top that you have to pay for parking , pool , gym etc but well worth it and the facilities are really great even a ping-pong table!!!! Go off-peak and relax or go at the weekend and party its your choice! Top Banana!!!!!!!! : )
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Not Applicable
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway a must!!!!!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
We only stay here
Stayed at several Palm Springs properties over the past five years. The Ace is far and away the most swanky, most comfortable, has the nicest staff, neatest hotel guests, hippest vibe, and is the best all around value. We typically hit up the cheaper summer months, which are still very busy with travelers from all over. We never have a complaint, and anytime an error has been made (wrong room type, food order not customized properly) we were comped something (a nicer room, free cocktails) without even asking. This sort of attention to detail carries through to the room and hotel design, choice of food/drink/services, and allows for a seemless, disruption-free experience. In short, the Ace takes the best of what Palm Springs has to offer and packages it perfectly for style-conscious, discerning and budget-minded folks.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Money-saving tip:
Not Applicable
Bring your own liquor, mix it in the room, pour it into a nalgene and enjoy it by the pool.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Hip and Swank in the Desert!
Ace Hotel and Swim Club in Palm Springs is a hip and swank getaway in the desert. Great party scene at the pool, and the funky, vintage decor throughout the grounds added greatly to the experience. Rooms were small but comfortable. The restaurant had excellent food and service. The free bicycle rentals were a great amenity. A few nits. The locks and doors didn't work smoothly and the staff failed to tell us that we had complimentary beverages outside of our door when we checked in. So these went to waste. But overall, the staff was friendly and I'd enthusiastically recommend the Ace Hotel and Swim Club to friends and family.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Fun, Relaxation, and Great Food!
Ace Hotel PS is wonderful. You can absolutely relax here because they have everything you need. Great restaurant with great prices. Great bar with unique cocktails. Pool open til 2am!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
In Hotel
King's Highway restaurant at the hotel is fabulous!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Happy repeat visit
Healthy Hip Escape
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Fun Hotel
What a great hotel. I was a bit worried at first as it was the only place i could get into over the Easter Break. What a surprise. I was probably a bit over age so the noise of the guests having so much fun bothered me a little but for young people this place is perfect. fun and hip rooms all quality mid century with modern bathrooms and up to date air con that didn't keep me up comfortable beds with nice linens, super clean and to top that the food in the resturant was amazing and all the staff were friendly and helpful. I loved it and boy am i fussy. Oh and what a great price including free parking ,wifi these guys no what they're doing. keep up the good work and i forgot to mention all the staff are hot i would love to know who's on the selection panel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Talk about being in a time warp!
I was in PS to buy a home and did so in three days! I found the amenities at the ACE excellent, especially the staff. The rooms are spare but have everything one needs...not fussy, or sterile, or really whooped up. I loved the pool and the restaurant is very good. Linda is a real treat in her role as hostess and chanteuse. . .I will be back for Passion Bingo! The fact that you accommodate people with children, all lifestyles, and dogs is commendable. Lots of places are very exclusive and snooty. Great stay. . .can't beat the price, location and comfort.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Be sure to eat at ElMarisol.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Modern and Fun
Enjoyed the hotel and staff. Pool got crowded and it became difficult to get a lounge chair.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Cool, hip place
Cool rooms, great location, awesome pool.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Ace Hotel with family
We went out to Palm Springs for a long weekend and chose the Ace because it looked so stylish and fun. And it was. But maybe it was just a little too cool for school, or at least the other clientele were. Our room was a king suite with 2 daybeds for our kids. The room was super cool, comfy beds, nice towels, great balcony, but it was smaller than we expected from hotel photos that made it seem like the kids beds would be more separated from our own. Not the end of the world though. We had to call twice to have the beds made up for the kids and the last guests left some fruit loops under the day beds that had not been swept up--yuck. We also had no towels but when we got them, they wer thick and big. The big pool area is very comfortable, plenty of lounge chairs and shades, fantastic music playing, good pool side bar service. But on Saturday the area was so packed with drinking guests, those tragically hip ones, that it was uncomfortable for my kids, and impossible to get seats. Part of the problem was that ther was a wedding booked in the other half of the property so the second pool was closed to us. But I think all those people came over for fun to our side! We just went to town for the afternoon and it was lovely again on Sunday. We borrowed the bikes for a beautiful ride through the surrounding neighborhood, although they needed a little TLC they are free so can't complain too much. Overall very enjoyable, stylish weekend stay. I wish I could give it 3.5 stars as it was better than most when not packed but maybe it is like that on most weekends which really spoils it for families.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Within a couple of blocks there was Elmer's which has the best pancakes we ever ate! Old school Palm Springs diner type restaurant with photos of Frank Sinatra on the wall, good service. Then right across the street a great little cafe called Koffi, good for breakfast bagels, coffee, and snacks.