Getting around Palm Springs from the hotel
From Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs (701 E Palm Canyon Dr) you can reach Palm Springs International Airport in about a 10-minute drive. On property, walk or rent one of the complimentary bikes (included with the resort fee) to visit nearby sights; taxis and rideshares are widely available for longer trips.
In this guide
- Getting to and from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
- On-property movement and front-desk services
- Bikes, walking and short local trips
- Public transit, trolley and bus connections
- Rideshare, taxis and driving farther afield
- Pools, spa and age rules that affect movement
- Dining and moving between on-site venues
Getting to and from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
Palm Springs International Airport is the closest airport and is about a 10-minute drive from the hotel. Taxi or rideshare is the most common direct option; many guests arrive that way.
The hotel offers shuttle service on request (check with the front desk for availability and terms). If you need help arranging a pickup or want recommended local providers, contact the 24-hour front desk.
- Approximate drive time to PSP: about 10 minutes (distance ~2.5–3 miles per hotel materials).
- Shuttle service: available on request (confirm with front desk).
- Taxis and rideshares: common and convenient for the short trip.
| Contact | Phone / Note |
|---|---|
| Hotel front desk (ask about shuttle) | +1 (888) 605-1350 (BookResorts agents listed for 24/7 support) |
On-property movement and front-desk services
The Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs has a 24-hour front desk that offers express check-in/check-out, multilingual help, and concierge assistance for local arrangements.
The resort layout is walkable: the property centers around pool areas and event spaces, so most guest rooms and amenities are reached on foot from the lobby and courtyards.
- Front desk: 24-hour service, safe-deposit at reception, express check-in/check-out.
- Housekeeping: available on request (ask front desk).
- Parking: self-parking costs $10 per car per day and a parking pass is issued at check-in.
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in begins at 4:00 PM; check-out by 11:00 AM |
| Parking | $10 per car per day (separate from resort fee) |
Bikes, walking and short local trips
Free bicycle rentals are included for hotel guests as part of the daily resort fee; bikes are a practical way to explore nearby neighborhoods and the Uptown Design District.
Several notable nearby sites are within easy walking or biking distance — Moorten Botanical Garden and the San Jacinto Mountains are about a half-mile (around an 8-minute walk) from the hotel.
- Complimentary bike rentals included in resort fee.
- Moorten Botanical Garden: ~0.5 mile / ~8-minute walk.
- San Jacinto Mountains viewpoint / trails: roughly a half-mile walk from the hotel.
| Nearby attraction | Distance / Typical time |
|---|---|
| Moorten Botanical Garden | About 0.5 mile / ~8-minute walk |
| Palm Springs Art Museum | About 1.5 miles (short drive or bike) |
| Tahquitz Canyon | About a 5-minute drive |
Public transit, trolley and bus connections
The hotel sits very close to local bus service — the Palm Cyn at Camino Real stop is about 400 feet away, making buses a practical option for local getting-around.
Downtown Palm Springs offers a free 'Buzz' trolley that links the downtown core with the Uptown Design District on a limited schedule (typically Thursday–Saturday). Check local schedules before relying on it.
- Nearest bus stop: Palm Cyn at Camino Real (about 400 feet from the hotel).
- Free 'Buzz' trolley: connects downtown and Uptown Design District (usually runs Thu–Sat; verify current schedule).
- Amtrak connections: Amtrak Thruway Bus serves downtown; the Amtrak station itself is farther north with shuttle/transfer options.
| Service | Tip |
|---|---|
| Local bus | Stop ~400 feet from hotel — check local route maps |
| Free 'Buzz' trolley | Runs limited days (typically Thu–Sat) — verify current schedule |
Rideshare, taxis and driving farther afield
Rideshare and taxi services are commonly used around Palm Springs for travel to attractions, the tramway, golf courses, and day trips. Given the short distances in the valley, they are usually straightforward.
If you plan to drive, remember self-parking is $10 per car per day at the hotel and there is an electric car charging station on site. For longer day trips (Joshua Tree, Salton Sea) a car gives you the most flexibility.
- Rideshare/taxi: convenient for Palm Springs Aerial Tramway (~13 minute drive) and other attractions.
- Self-parking: $10 per car per day; parking pass issued at check-in.
- Electric vehicle charging: available on site (confirm availability at front desk).
| Common day trip | Typical travel |
|---|---|
| Palm Springs Aerial Tramway | About a 13-minute drive |
| Joshua Tree National Park (West Entrance) | Approximately 45-minute drive |
| Salton Sea / Salvation Mountain | About 1 hour 15 minutes by car |
Pools, spa and age rules that affect movement
The property has two outdoor pools: the Main (Swim Club) Pool is adults-only (18+), while the Commune Pool is family-friendly and open to guests of all ages. Both are open daily from 7:00 AM to 2:00 AM for hotel guests.
The Feel Good Spa operates by appointment and has its own age rules: massage and body treatments generally require guests to be 18 or older, while facials can be booked for guests 16+ when accompanied by an adult.
- Main Pool (Swim Club): 18+ only; weekend DJs and adult-oriented programming.
- Commune Pool: open to all ages; family-friendly atmosphere.
- Spa hours and appointments: Monday–Thursday 10:00 AM–4:30 PM, Friday–Saturday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, Sunday 10:00 AM–3:30 PM (by appointment; hours subject to change).
| Amenity | Age policy / Hours |
|---|---|
| Main Pool (Swim Club) | Adults 18+ only; open 7:00 AM–2:00 AM |
| Commune Pool | Open to all ages; open 7:00 AM–2:00 AM |
| Feel Good Spa | By appointment; age limits vary by treatment |
Dining and moving between on-site venues
King's Highway (the hotel restaurant) serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and includes a coffee counter serving La Colombe coffee. The Amigo Room is the property's cocktail bar with evening hours and live music/DJ nights.
Both venues are on property and reachable on foot from guest rooms and common areas. Reservations for larger parties or special events are recommended.
- King's Highway hours: Mon–Thu 7:00 AM–9:00 PM; Fri–Sun 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.
- The Amigo Room hours: Sun–Thu 4:00 PM–11:00 PM; Fri–Sat until 1:00 AM.
- King's Highway has a coffee counter serving La Colombe coffee all day.
| Venue | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| King's Highway | Mon–Thu 7:00 AM–9:00 PM; Fri–Sun 7:00 AM–10:00 PM |
| The Amigo Room | Sun–Thu 4:00 PM–11:00 PM; Fri–Sat 4:00 PM–1:00 AM |
