
Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs
Best for travelers who want a social, design-forward Palm Springs stay with pool DJs, nightlife and locally driven dining.
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Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs is an artsy, mid-century–inspired hotel with active pool programming and nightlife; read this if you want a social Palm Springs stay. Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa is an upscale, island‑influenced resort and spa in Indian Wells; read this if you prefer a quieter, resort-style spa escape near Palm Springs.
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Best for travelers who want a social, design-forward Palm Springs stay with pool DJs, nightlife and locally driven dining.

Best for guests seeking a relaxed, resort-style spa stay with Tommy Bahama’s island-inflected identity and larger meeting space in Indian Wells.
When Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs wins: choose Ace if you want a buzzy, design-led Palm Springs base — think weekend pool DJs, live entertainment, a dive-bar cocktail room and easy access to downtown Palm Springs sights.
When Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa wins: pick Tommy Bahama Miramonte if you prefer a resort with multiple pools, a full-service spa, on-site golf/recreation connections and a calmer, island-style atmosphere in Indian Wells.
Bottom line: both are upscale desert spa escapes; Ace skews social and design-forward in Palm Springs proper, while Tommy Bahama Miramonte is a more traditional resort-and-spa option with Tommy Bahama branding and resort facilities in nearby Indian Wells.
| Category | Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs | Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Design-forward, lively, social (weekend pool DJs, live music) | Relaxed, island-inspired resort and spa |
| Location | Palm Springs downtown — walkable to Moorten Botanical Garden and museums | Indian Wells — near Indian Wells Golf Resort, conference center and gardens |
| Size (rooms) | 179 guestrooms (including 11 suites) | 215 guestrooms |
| Ages / family policy | All ages welcome; 21+ to book/check in; Main Pool 18+ while Commune Pool is family-friendly | All ages welcome; not adults-only |
| Pools & pool rules | Two outdoor pools: adults-only Main (Swim Club) and family-friendly Commune Pool; pool hours for guests 7am–2am | Two outdoor pools and one hot tub; pool cabanas (surcharge) and poolside bar |
| Restaurants & bars | King’s Highway (seasonal American, coffee bar) and The Amigo Room cocktail bar | Grapefruit Basil (Californian cuisine, garden dining) plus a bar and poolside service |
| Spa & wellness | Feel Good Spa (massage, facials, body scrubs), 24-hour fitness center, sauna and steam room | Full-service spa offering massages, body treatments and facials; 24-hour fitness center and sauna listed |
| Meetings & events | Multiple event spaces (The Commune, Clubhouse, Stargazing Deck), several thousand sq ft of event space | Large conference center and meeting rooms (about 35,004 sq ft / 3,252 m²) |
| Parking & transport | Self-parking $10/day; about a 10-minute drive to PSP; complimentary bike rentals included with resort fee | Self-parking (surcharge, uncovered) with in/out privileges; near regional airports and Indian Wells venues |
| Known for | Pool-party programming, mid-century design, nightlife and local events | Tommy Bahama-branded resort feel, garden/alfresco dining and proximity to golf and tennis venues |
Ace sits on E Palm Canyon Drive, close to downtown Palm Springs attractions.
Pick Ace for walkable downtown Palm Springs access and nearby cultural sites.
Tommy Bahama Miramonte is located in Indian Wells, near golf and conference venues.
Pick Tommy Bahama Miramonte if you want proximity to Indian Wells golf, tennis and conference facilities.
Ace offers mid-century–styled rooms and a small number of suites.
Choose Ace for design-forward rooms with a boutique, Palm Springs character.
Tommy Bahama Miramonte offers a broad range of room types including multiple suite and villa categories.
Choose Tommy Bahama Miramonte for a wider selection of suite and villa-style rooms and accessibility options.
Ace keeps dining casual and local with a converted diner restaurant and a cocktail bar.
Pick Ace for casual, event-driven dining and late-night cocktail culture.
Tommy Bahama Miramonte focuses on Californian, alfresco dining and poolside service.
Pick Tommy Bahama Miramonte for resort-style meals, garden dining and poolside service.
Ace’s Swim Club is central to the guest experience, with separate adult and family pools.
Pick Ace if you want an energetic pool scene and weekend DJ programming.
Tommy Bahama Miramonte offers multiple pools with cabanas and a poolside bar.
Pick Tommy Bahama Miramonte for classic resort pool amenities and more cabana-style relaxation.
Ace pairs a spa with active evening entertainment.
Pick Ace for both spa services and a lively nightlife program in one place.
Tommy Bahama Miramonte emphasizes spa services and quieter resort evenings.
Pick Tommy Bahama Miramonte for a more traditional resort spa experience and calmer nights.

Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs — weekend DJs, live music, late-night bar and a distinctly social Swim Club.

Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa — full-service spa, two pools plus hot tub, and a large conference center.

Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs — mid-century architecture reimagined by local designers and a boutique feel.

Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa — multiple pools, pool cabanas, and garden dining suitable for all ages.
Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs — it centers on the Swim Club, weekend DJs, live music and late-night bar events.
Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa — it offers a full-service spa and a calmer, resort-style atmosphere.
Yes. Ace welcomes children of all ages (note: 21+ to book/check in and Main Pool is 18+), and Tommy Bahama Miramonte is not adults-only and lists family-friendly amenities.
Yes. Ace has King’s Highway and The Amigo Room; Tommy Bahama Miramonte offers Grapefruit Basil, a bar and poolside service.
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