Ace Hotel and Swim Club
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Hotel Overview
A Perfect Vacation
It was my first time visiting Palm Springs, and the Ace was the perfect place to stay. There's an...
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Jonjon Fan
- Jan 16, 2013
PS i love you
trendy / boutique hotel at a great price. booked this hotel when a friend was in town from NYC. the...
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Martinez Venice
- May 17, 2013
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
- Simple room
- The Room offers One King sized or two double-double beds. Bathroom with shower, tub and signature amenities. 32" - 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. 32" - 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. 32" - 42" flatscreens and MP3 plug. Mountain or pool view.
- Patio with Garden
- One King sized bed. Bathroom with shower, tub and signature amenities, 32" - 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, 32" - 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.32" - 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.32" - 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.32"- 42" flatscreens and MP3 plug. Vinyl record players in room. Private patio with fireplace and lounge area.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- Pool
- Smoke-free policy
- General
- Smoke-free policy
- Concierge
- Pets allowed
- Activities
- Pool
- Health club
- Spa services
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Conference facilities
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- 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
Dining
- 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.
- 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.
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 (74)
Ratings and reviews for Ace Hotel and Swim Club
- All travelers (74) 3.8 / 5
- Business (3) 4 / 5
- Couples (33) 3.5 / 5
- Families (13) 3.6 / 5
- Friends (11) 3.9 / 5
- Singles (11) 4 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (2) 5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.1
- Hotel staff:
- 4.1
- Room comfort:
- 3.8
- Location:
- 4.1
- Value:
- 3.8
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Bumbyhem
Ace Hotel and Swim Club-Palm Springs
From the time we arrived we were treated well by the laid back and friendly staff. The room was clean and cool and ready when we arrived. The pool area is very well maintained and food and drink are available poolside. The grounds are extremely clean and well maintained, not easy in the desert. The place has a nice charm and vibe to it. The only thing we could say were on the negative end were the TV System-it had this hopeless tv guide menu and was a little wonky on the picture quality. Also at the pool area a house fed music system plays pretty much all day and into the early evening. If you want quiet by the pool time, you won't get it here! All in all though i would stay here again and recommend it to a friend. The location is great and within a short drive or bike ride away (bikes are free to rent and covered by a 20 dollar a day resort fee paid directly to the hotel) The pros far outweigh the cons here and it's a great spot for the buck!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Don't let the humble appearance fool you,the restaurant at the hotel is very good...we had an excellent dinner in the restaurant and a very refreshing lunch via room service...the entire menu is available through room service
Reviewer score
Would recommend
3D
Ace Hotel - Palm Springs
Good renovation of an older hotel. Rent the bikes and ride into downtown!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Indian Canyons.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
SFmama
Our family is in love with this spot
Could not have been happier, our family just fit right in to the action of the hotel. The staff all wore smiles which were contagious. While we were not the swinging singles we felt like we belonged. The King Lounge was the perfect room for our family of 4!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Shopping tip:
In Hotel
Love the Community Shop on site. I purchased two pair of earrings and a vintage kitchen book.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Spring Break
the swim club and set-up were unique. the main pool area should be better lit after dark and have a DJ to stay longer in the spring/ Summer time to keep and attract people to stay!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Nightlife tip:
Short drive from hotel
the hotel is only 5 minutes away from the main strip of Palm Springs.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
gstar wife
Vintage Place
Went with a group of couples. The best way to stay at this place is in a suite.. the regular rooms are ok.. but the room we were in had a ridiculous loud noise ALL NIGHT LONG and the tv remote was horrible.. after 20 times we were finally able to turn off the tv, change the channel and or turn down the volume. the floors were pretty dirty. but our room seem to be the only one that was that dirtty and difficult.. so make sure you speak up when you get there if there is any problems or you will be like us and not sleep at all. Besides that.. nice staff and decent prices on food... pools were fine.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Money-saving tip:
In Hotel
The drinks and poolside food was all the same and the charges were not bad at all.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Tom Cruise
Ace Hotel
I have been to this hotel before, however this stay was different.. And to anyone reading this, if anyone actually does read this, who wants a little more of a barometer on who is actually generating this review, I'm in my late 20's, progressive and am definitely behind my congressman's vote for comprehensive health care reform.Firstly, I really enjoy the mid century inspired design of the place and it's casual, relaxed overall ambiance. However, the hotel/pool/on-site restaurants were completely understaffed and as a result, the service was horrendous. For example, poolside drinks were served a realistic 15-20 minutes after ordering and the order came back wrong twice. The pool had between 50-60 guests with one waitress taking food and beverage orders. And to boot, my fiance bite down on a piece of metal in her potatoes and fractured a tooth.[...]
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Tall Cool One
funky and clean
clean, hip room reasonable price. Used the hotel bikes that were included in the resort fee to ride all over town. Pool is very cool. Like the dog friendly atmosphere. Great breakfast and coffee in the hotel restaurant.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Mr. Boulevard
A delightful experience at the Ace Hotel
My girlfriend and I recently enjoyed a very pleasant overnight stay at the Ace Hotel in Palm Springs. We found the staff to be extremely courteous, the food at the cafe to be delicious, and the pool to be comfy and fun. The room was luxurious but low-key, the scenery was lovely, and the hotel is right around the corner from everything Palm Springs has to offer. A great choice for young people traveling in style but not on a huge budget.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Money-saving tip:
In Hotel
Take advantage of any promotions the hotel is offering that include a credit toward on-site dining or amenities, as you are likely to end up spending time and money at the hotel.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Anonymous
Unique and Unusual hotel
The hotel had a fairly good location in Palm Springs. We got a lot of good tips for things to do from the bartender at the hotel. There was a nice work out room. We visited the Living Desert in Palm Desert which was wonderful and the Paseo shops. We saw the Palm Springs Follies show which was great! We want to go back. On Sunday we took tram up to 8000 feet in Palm Springs! Great experience.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Entertainment tip:
Short drive from hotel
Definitely go and see the Palm Springs Follies Show! Wonderful!!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Cool, hip, young, and friendly
Delightfully off-beat, cool place with spare yet well-appointed rooms, nice work-out facilities, with wet and dry sauna, beautiful pool area. Folks very friendly and helpful. Food is eclectic California and excellent. Very restful experience.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business