
Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs
Best for travelers who want weekend DJs, pool parties, live music and a lively communal scene.
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Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs is a mid-century–inspired, event-forward boutique with two pools, lively nightlife, and family-friendly areas; read this if you want a social, music-driven Palm Springs stay. The Colony Palms Hotel and Bungalows is an upscale, adults-only boutique with separate bungalows, a single pool, and a quieter tone; read this if you prefer a more private, calm desert retreat.
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Best for travelers who want weekend DJs, pool parties, live music and a lively communal scene.

Best for adults seeking a quieter, boutique bungalow experience with a single pool, spa and private-feel rooms.
When Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs wins: pick Ace if you want a social, activity-rich stay — two pools (one family-friendly, one adults-only), regular live music/DJs, and a casual all-ages restaurant and cocktail bar.
When The Colony Palms Hotel and Bungalows wins: pick The Colony Palms for a more restrained, upscale adults-only stay with bungalow room types, a full-service spa, and a single pool with poolside dining and a fine-dining restaurant.
Bottom line: both are boutique Palm Springs options near downtown, but Ace leans younger and event-driven while The Colony Palms favors a quieter, upscale bungalow hotel experience for adults.
| Category | Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs | The Colony Palms Hotel and Bungalows |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Youthful, music-and-event focused | Quiet, upscale bungalow boutique |
| Location | East Palm Canyon Drive, close to Moorten Botanical Garden and walking distance to some attractions | North Indian Canyon in central Palm Springs, close to convention center and museums |
| Size (rooms) | 179 guestrooms | 57 guestrooms |
| Ages / policy | All ages welcome; 21+ to book/check in; Main Pool is 18+ | Adults-only (children 18 and younger not permitted); 21+ minimum check-in |
| Pools | Two outdoor pools (Main adults-only Swim Club + Commune all-ages pool); weekend DJs at the Main Pool | One outdoor pool and one hot tub; pool cabanas available for surcharge |
| Restaurants & bars | King's Highway (all-day American diner) and The Amigo Room (cocktail bar); poolside service | The Colony Club (Californian/poolside fine dining), poolside bar and 24-hour room service |
| Spa & wellness | Feel Good Spa with massages, facials, hot tub, sauna, steam room and massage yurts | Full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials (reservations required) |
| Known for | Weekend DJs, live entertainment, active nightlife and large event spaces | Historic bungalow layout, intimate adults-only atmosphere and polished service |
| Event & meeting space | Multiple event spaces including The Commune (multi-thousand sq ft) and club/rooftop venues | About 1,000 sq ft of conference/meeting space and one meeting room |
| Parking & transport | Self-parking (fee), electric car charging; ~10-minute drive to PSP airport | Uncovered parking; electric car charging station listed; ~5.2 km to PSP airport (from supplier listing) |
Ace sits on East Palm Canyon Drive with short walks to gardens, trails and some downtown spots.
Choose Ace for proximity to outdoor attractions and a central, walkable Palm Springs address with easy airport access.
The Colony Palms is centrally located on North Indian Canyon, a short drive to the convention center and museums.
The Colony Palms suits travelers who want a quiet, central Palm Springs base within easy reach of cultural attractions.
Ace has a larger room inventory with mid-century design and a handful of suite options.
Pick Ace when you want more room availability and a design-forward mid-century stay.
The Colony Palms is smaller and focused on bungalow-style and suite room types.
The Colony Palms is better for travelers who prefer bungalow or suite layouts and a smaller, quieter property.
Ace leans casual and social with all-day diner fare and an active cocktail bar.
Choose Ace for casual, event-friendly dining and a lively bar scene.
The Colony Palms offers a single main restaurant and poolside dining with a more polished tone.
The Colony Palms is the pick for quieter, upscale dining and in-room service options.
Ace’s Swim Club is central to the hotel’s identity — two pools and programmed weekend events.
Ace is for guests who want both family-friendly and party-ready pool options on the same property.
The Colony Palms keeps pool programming low-key with a single pool and hot tub.
The Colony Palms is for travelers who want a quieter single-pool setting with bungalow proximity.
Ace mixes a full wellness offering with pronounced nightlife and event programming.
Ace works if you want both spa/fitness options and an active nightlife/events calendar.
The Colony Palms emphasizes spa and calm service over active nightlife.
Choose The Colony Palms for a spa-centered, low-key stay focused on adult comfort and privacy.

Ace Hotel & Swim Club — weekend DJs, live shows and two distinct pools (one adults-only party pool).

The Colony Palms — an adults-only policy and bungalow-style rooms make for a more restrained stay.

Ace Hotel & Swim Club — 179 guestrooms and multiple room types and suites provide more booking options.

The Colony Palms — smaller property with Poolside Bungalow, Veranda Suite and other bungalow room types.
Ace is family-friendly overall (children welcome), with a Commune Pool open to all ages. The Colony Palms is adults-only and does not permit children 18 and younger.
Ace Hotel & Swim Club has more programmed nightlife — weekend DJs at the Main Pool, live music and on-site events — while The Colony Palms is quieter.
Yes. Ace has the Feel Good Spa with hot tub, sauna, steam room and appointment-based treatments; The Colony Palms lists a full-service spa with massages and body treatments (reservations required).
Ace has two outdoor pools (one adults-only, one all-ages). The Colony Palms has one outdoor pool and a hot tub.
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