
Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs
Best for lively pool parties, weekend DJs, and a casual, design-forward stay.
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Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs is a mid-century–inspired, social boutique with two distinct pools and active nightlife — good for travelers who want a lively, design-forward stay. Avalon Hotel & Bungalows Palm Springs is an upscale boutique bungalow resort with multiple pools and a full-service spa — a better pick for guests after a quieter, polished poolside experience.
Updated · about 0.8 km apart

Best for lively pool parties, weekend DJs, and a casual, design-forward stay.

Best for quieter, more polished bungalow stays with multiple pools and a full-service spa.
When Ace wins: Choose Ace Hotel & Swim Club if you want a social, nightlife-forward Palm Springs stay with weekend DJs, regular live entertainment, and a daytime pool scene that leans party-first. It’s also the pick for travelers who appreciate mid-century design and informal dining at a roadside-style restaurant.
When Avalon wins: Pick Avalon Hotel & Bungalows when you prefer a more polished, classic boutique experience—private-feeling bungalows, three outdoor pools, two hot tubs and a full-service spa make it better for rest, spa time, and low-key pool lounging.
Bottom line: Both are downtown Palm Springs boutique hotels focused on pools and design; Ace is louder and more social, Avalon is quieter and more refined. Your choice comes down to whether you want a party-friendly Swim Club or a bungalow-style, spa-forward stay.
| Category | Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs | Avalon Hotel & Bungalows Palm Springs |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Mid-century desert dive, social and lively | Upscale boutique bungalow resort, polished and quieter |
| Location | East Palm Canyon Drive, downtown Palm Springs | |
| Size (rooms) | 179 guestrooms (including 11 suites) | 72 guestrooms |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome; must be 21+ to book/check in; Main Pool 18+ | All ages welcome; 18+ check-in age not published |
| Pools | Two outdoor pools: Main (18+ adult-only) + Commune (all ages); weekend DJs/events | Three outdoor pools and 2 hot tubs; pool umbrellas and sun loungers |
| Restaurants & bars | King’s Highway (seasonal American, coffee bar) + The Amigo Room cocktail bar + poolside service | Marlowe’s (poolside Californian restaurant), 1 bar/lounge, room service (limited hours) |
| Spa & wellness | Feel Good Spa (appointments, massages, facials, hot tub/sauna/steam, age limits for treatments) | Full-service spa and sauna, spa treatment rooms, reservations required |
| Known for | Weekend pool DJs, live music, nightlife and events | Bungalow accommodations, calmer upscale poolside and spa services |
| Parking & transport | Self-parking $10/day; ~10-minute drive from PSP; free bike rentals included with resort fee | |
| Accessibility & family features | ADA features listed; family-friendly Commune Pool | Wheelchair-accessible facilities, children’s pool available |
Ace sits on East Palm Canyon Drive in downtown Palm Springs, close to botanical gardens, hiking trailheads and museum destinations.
Ace is ideal if you want immediate access to downtown sights and easy airport transfers, with a lively street-front setting.
Avalon is in downtown Palm Springs near museums and cultural sites, placing guests within easy reach of central attractions.
Avalon’s central location gives easy access to downtown culture while keeping a slightly quieter bungalow feel than street-front hotels.
Ace’s rooms follow a mid-century, communal design language and include several room/suite categories.
Choose Ace for characterful, design-led rooms and a larger property with suite options.
Avalon combines standard rooms, studios and standalone bungalows for a bungalow-resort layout.
Avalon is suited to travelers seeking bungalow-style or suite layouts and more privacy from separate bungalow units.
Ace emphasizes casual, all-day dining and a cocktail bar with live music.
Ace is the pick if you want informal, lively on-site dining and late-night cocktail options.
Avalon’s on-site restaurant focuses on Californian poolside dining with alfresco options.
Avalon favors a more polished, relaxed dining rhythm centered on poolside Californian cuisine.
Ace centers on two distinctly programmed pools: an adults-only Main Pool and an all-ages Commune Pool.
If pool parties and DJ-driven daytime energy are what you want, Ace is the straightforward choice.
Avalon offers multiple outdoor pools and hot tubs laid out across its bungalow property.
Avalon is preferable for guests who want multiple pool options and a calmer, spa-adjacent pool environment.
Ace mixes a full activities schedule with an on-site spa and a strong nightlife program.
Ace pairs spa and fitness amenities with a nightlife calendar; good if you want both wellness and evening activity on the same property.
Avalon emphasizes spa services and a calmer evening atmosphere tied to its bungalow layout.
Avalon is a stronger choice if your priority is spa time, relaxation and a low-key evening at the hotel.

Ace Hotel & Swim Club — weekend DJs, an adults-only Swim Club pool and regular live events.

Avalon Hotel & Bungalows — multiple pools, 2 hot tubs and a full-service spa for quieter downtime.

Avalon — standalone bungalows and bungalow room types for more private stays.

Ace — retro-modern rooms, King’s Highway diner and a lively cocktail bar.
Both welcome children, but Ace separates its pool programming: the Commune Pool is family-friendly while the Main Pool is adults-only. Avalon has multiple pools including a children's pool and may feel calmer for families.
Avalon lists a full-service spa and sauna with multiple treatment rooms; Ace has the Feel Good Spa with signature treatments plus hot tub/sauna and spa 'yurts' — choose Avalon for a more traditional resort spa experience, Ace if you want spa plus lively pool programming.
Yes — both are in downtown Palm Springs and list Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) as the preferred nearby airport (roughly a 10-minute drive from central downtown hotels).
Avalon is generally quieter and more polished at night. Ace is known for live music, DJs and late-night bar programming that creates a busier evening atmosphere.
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