What's included at Ace Hotel & Swim Club — and what costs extra
Room rates at Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs do not include meals — a daily resort fee ($45 + tax) covers Swim Club pool access, Wi‑Fi, bike rentals, the fitness center, steam room and local calls. Extra charges include self‑parking ($10/day), spa treatments, food and drinks at King’s Highway and The Amigo Room, pet fees, and event or ticketed pool programming.
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What the resort fee covers
Ace Hotel & Swim Club charges a daily resort fee that applies to room bookings. The fee is $45 per night plus tax and is listed as covering a set bundle of guest services.
The resort fee is separate from room rate and covers access and amenities that most guests will use during a stay.
- Access to both Swim Club pools (subject to special or ticketed events)
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi
- Free bicycle rentals
- 24‑hour fitness center, including steam room
- Local phone calls
| Item | Included via resort fee? |
|---|---|
| Pool access (Main Pool & Commune Pool) | Yes (note: Main Pool is 18+; Commune Pool is all ages) |
| Bicycle rentals | Yes |
| Wi‑Fi | Yes |
Rooms — what’s included and what costs extra
Guestroom types include Superior Suite, Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Deluxe Room, and Superior Room (1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds). Standard room amenities and housekeeping are included with your booking; the resort fee covers propertywide services listed above.
Extras commonly billed separately are spa services, food and drink from on‑site venues, parking, pet fees, and incidentals charged to your room at check‑out.
- Typical in‑room inclusions: beds, linens, toiletries, in‑room Wi‑Fi access (covered by resort fee), and housekeeping (on request).
- Not included in the nightly rate: meals, alcoholic beverages, spa treatments, and parking fees.
| Charge | Included with room? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Resort fee ($45 + tax/night) | No — charged separately | Covers pools, Wi‑Fi, bikes, gym, steam room, local calls |
| Self‑parking ($10/day) | No — separate fee | Parking pass issued at check‑in |
| Pet fee ($100 per stay for up to two dogs; $50 for a third) | No — separate fee | Service animals exempt; pet waiver required |
Pools, swim club and poolside events
The property operates two outdoor pools: the Main (Swim Club) Pool and the family‑friendly Commune Pool. Both are open daily for hotel guests from 7:00 AM to 2:00 AM.
The Main Pool is reserved for guests 18 and older and typically hosts weekend DJ sessions and ticketed or special events. The Commune Pool is open to guests of all ages and is the family‑friendly option.
- Pool hours for hotel guests: 7:00 AM–2:00 AM daily
- Main Pool: adults 18+ only; weekend DJs and party programming
- Commune Pool: welcomes children of all ages
| Pool | Age policy | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Main (Swim Club) Pool | 18+ only | Adult‑oriented; weekend DJs |
| Commune Pool | All ages | Family‑friendly |
Dining and bar charges
On‑site dining is not included with room rates. King's Highway serves seasonal American fare and operates a coffee counter serving La Colombe; The Amigo Room is the hotel's cocktail bar for evening drinks and live music.
Expect to pay à la carte for meals, coffee, cocktails and poolside food and drinks. The resort runs weekly entertainment at King’s Highway and pool events that may affect access or incur separate ticketing.
- King’s Highway hours: Mon–Thu 7:00 AM–9:00 PM; Fri–Sun 7:00 AM–10:00 PM
- King’s Highway offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a coffee bar (La Colombe)
- The Amigo Room hours: Sun–Thu 4:00 PM–11:00 PM; Fri–Sat 4:00 PM–1:00 AM (kitchen closes one hour earlier)
| Venue | What it serves |
|---|---|
| King’s Highway | Seasonal American food, coffee bar, breakfast–dinner |
| The Amigo Room | Cocktails, craft drinks, local draft beers, live music |
| Poolside service | Food and drinks available; weekend Swim Club programming may be ticketed |
Spa, fitness and wellness — pay or included
The Feel Good Spa is appointment‑based and charges separately for treatments (massages, facials, body scrubs, packages). Spa facilities include a hot tub, sauna, steam room and massage yurts; treatment fees are not included in the resort fee.
The 24‑hour fitness center is included for hotel guests as part of the resort fee and features cardio machines, free weights, a kinesis strength‑training system, and access to steam and sauna facilities.
- Spa hours (by appointment): Mon–Thu 10:00 AM–4:30 PM; Fri–Sat 10:00 AM–6:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM–3:30 PM (subject to change)
- Spa age policy: massage/body treatments generally 18+; facials available at 16 with an accompanying adult
- Fitness center: open 24 hours; included with resort fee
| Facility | Included with resort fee? |
|---|---|
| Fitness center (24‑hr) | Yes |
| Steam room & sauna | Yes (access via resort fee) |
| Feel Good Spa treatments | No (appointment + fee) |
Practicalities: check‑in, age rules, parking and day passes
Standard check‑in at Ace Hotel & Swim Club begins at 4:00 PM (the property offers contactless and express check‑in options) and check‑out is by 11:00 AM. The person who books the room must be 21 or older to check in; minors can stay when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Self‑parking is available for $10 per car per day and is charged separately from the resort fee; a parking pass is issued at check‑in. Non‑guests can often buy day‑passes to use the pool, hot tub and fitness center through third‑party services such as ResortPass.
- Minimum age to check in: 21 (under‑21s only when accompanied by parent/guardian with photo ID and credit card)
- Self‑parking: $10 per car per day (separate from resort fee)
- Day‑passes for non‑guests: available via ResortPass (pool/fitness/spa credit options vary)
| Policy | Details |
|---|---|
| Check‑in | From 4:00 PM (express/contactless options available) |
| Check‑out | By 11:00 AM |
| Minimum age to book/check in | 21 years (ID and card required) |
Events, weddings and additional venue fees
The hotel offers several event spaces — notable options include The Commune (indoor/outdoor with private pool and firepit) and the Clubhouse. Event use, catering and private buyouts are handled separately and typically incur venue and catering charges.
Capacities and space details are published for planning but specific rental rates, minimums or catering fees are not listed here and must be requested directly from the hotel or an event coordinator.
- The Commune venue: listed size and capacities (reception/theater/classroom vary by configuration)
- Clubhouse: two floors with indoor/outdoor options and AV capabilities
- Event charges (venue rental, catering, staffing) are additional and arranged with hotel events team
| Venue | Notable capacity/feature |
|---|---|
| The Commune | Indoor/outdoor space with private pool; capacities published by hotel |
| Clubhouse | Double‑deck venue with AV and outdoor deck |
| Stargazing Deck | Smaller outdoor space for intimate gatherings |
