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Things to do nearby: pools, museums, hikes and more

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Things to do nearby: pools, museums, hikes and more
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At Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs you can split time between two pools (an adults-only Main Pool and an all-ages Commune Pool), relax at the Feel Good Spa and use the 24-hour fitness center. Nearby outdoor options include Indian Canyons, Tahquitz Canyon and the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway for day hikes and mountain views.

In this guide
  1. Pools & Swim Club
  2. Feel Good Spa & 24-hour Fitness
  3. Dining and Nightlife on Site
  4. Local Hikes & Outdoor Activities
  5. Museums, Shopping & Downtown
  6. Day Trips, Transport & Practicalities
  7. Rooms & Family Info

Pools & Swim Club

The property operates two outdoor pools open daily from 7:00 AM to 2:00 AM for hotel guests: the Main (Swim Club) Pool is restricted to guests 18 and older, while the Commune Pool welcomes all ages.

Weekend DJ sessions typically take place at the Main Pool, reinforcing its adult-oriented atmosphere; the Commune Pool is the quieter, family-friendly alternative.

Pool access is covered by the hotel's daily resort fee for registered guests; non-guests may buy day passes via third-party services when available.

  • Main (Swim Club) Pool — 18+ only, weekend DJs
  • Commune Pool — open to children and families
  • Pool hours for guests: 7:00 AM–2:00 AM
PoolAge PolicyTypical Programming
Main (Swim Club) Pool18+Weekend DJs / adult swim
Commune PoolAll agesFamily-friendly lounging
Main pool with lounge chairs, pergola and palm trees at Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs
Main pool with lounge chairs, pergola and palm trees at Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs

Feel Good Spa & 24-hour Fitness

Feel Good Spa offers appointment-based treatments including Goodness massages, facials, body scrubs and combo packages. Spa hours are by appointment; published hours list Monday–Thursday 10:00 AM–4:30 PM, Friday–Saturday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM and Sunday 10:00 AM–3:30 PM (subject to change).

Spa age rules: massage and body treatments are for guests 18 and older; facials are available to guests 16 and up when accompanied by an adult.

The on-site fitness center is open 24 hours to guests and includes cardio machines, free weights, a kinesis system, plus a sauna, steam room and lockers; access is included in the resort fee.

  • Spa by appointment only; check current hours when booking
  • Massage/body treatments: 18+
  • Facials: available to 16+ with adult
  • 24-hour gym with sauna and steam room (resort fee covers access)
FacilityAccess
Feel Good SpaAppointment-based; age limits apply
Fitness Center24-hour access for hotel guests (included in resort fee)
Soaking tub with hexagon mosaic tile surround at Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs
Soaking tub with hexagon mosaic tile surround at Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs

Dining and Nightlife on Site

King's Highway is the on-site American restaurant and coffee bar serving seasonal fare and La Colombe coffee; hours are Friday–Sunday 7:00 AM–10:00 PM and Monday–Thursday 7:00 AM–9:00 PM. The restaurant hosts weekly events such as bingo nights.

The Amigo Room is the hotel's cocktail bar with craft cocktails, draft beer and live music; hours are Sunday–Thursday 4:00 PM–11:00 PM and Friday–Saturday 4:00 PM–1:00 AM. The bar hosts evening entertainment and DJ sets from time to time.

  • King's Highway — breakfast, lunch, dinner; La Colombe coffee all day; reservations via OpenTable recommended for larger parties
  • The Amigo Room — cocktails, local drafts, live music; bar kitchen closes one hour before bar
  • Poolside food and drinks available at the Swim Club during events
VenueTypical HoursNotes
King's HighwayFri–Sun 7:00 AM–10:00 PM; Mon–Thu 7:00 AM–9:00 PMSeasonal menu; coffee bar
The Amigo RoomSun–Thu 4:00 PM–11:00 PM; Fri–Sat 4:00 PM–1:00 AMLive music and DJ nights
Coffee counter with menu board reading 'King's Highway Coffee Counter' at Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs
Coffee counter with menu board reading 'King's Highway Coffee Counter' at Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs

Local Hikes & Outdoor Activities

Several well-known desert hiking and outdoor spots are within short driving distance: Indian Canyons, Tahquitz Canyon (Tahquitz Falls), and the San Jacinto Mountains are all nearby and popular for day hikes.

For a mountain experience, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway departs a short drive from downtown and carries visitors up into Mount San Jacinto State Park for alpine trails and cooler temperatures.

If you prefer flat bike routes, the hotel includes complimentary bicycle rentals for guests (included with the resort fee) for short rides around Palm Springs.

  • Indian Canyons — hiking trails on Agua Caliente land
  • Tahquitz Canyon — waterfall hike (short drive)
  • San Jacinto Mountains / Aerial Tramway — mountain trails and views
  • Complimentary bike rentals available to guests
ActivityAccess from Hotel
Indian CanyonsShort drive
Tahquitz CanyonShort drive
Palm Springs Aerial TramwayApproximately a 10–15 minute drive

Museums, Shopping & Downtown

The Palm Springs Art Museum and its Architecture & Design Center are in and near downtown; the main Art Museum is roughly a short drive from the hotel and the architecture center is walkable from central areas.

Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium is about a half-mile walk from the hotel for a quick visit focused on desert plants and cacti.

Downtown Palm Springs features shopping, galleries and a free Buzz trolley that connects key areas on select days — use the hotel's bike rentals or a short rideshare to reach the central shops and museums.

  • Palm Springs Art Museum — short drive from the hotel
  • Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture & Design Center — walkable from parts of downtown
  • Moorten Botanical Garden — about 0.5 mile / roughly an 8-minute walk
SpotApproximate Access from Hotel
Moorten Botanical Garden~0.5 mile walk
Palm Springs Art MuseumShort drive
Downtown shops & galleriesShort ride or bike

Day Trips, Transport & Practicalities

Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is the closest airport; published notes cite about a 10-minute drive from the hotel. Taxi or rideshare are common ways to travel the short distance.

Joshua Tree National Park (West Entrance) is frequently visited as a day trip from Palm Springs — published driving time from the city is roughly 45 minutes, depending on traffic.

The hotel offers free Wi‑Fi as part of the resort fee and self-parking is available for a published daily fee (parking is separate from the resort fee). Front desk services include 24-hour reception and express check-in/check-out.

  • Nearest airport: Palm Springs International Airport — about a 10-minute drive
  • Popular day trip: Joshua Tree National Park — roughly 45 minutes by car
  • Hotel practicals: complimentary Wi‑Fi (resort fee), self-parking for a published daily fee
ServiceNotes
Wi‑FiComplimentary for guests (covered by resort fee)
Self-parkingAvailable for a published daily fee (separate from resort fee)
Airport transferShuttle service available upon request (confirm with hotel)

Rooms & Family Info

Room types at the property include Superior Suite, Superior Room, Multiple Beds (1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds), Deluxe Room and Superior Room (1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds). The hotel has a mix of standard rooms and suites across mid‑century architecture.

Children of all ages are welcome at the hotel overall, though guests 12 and older are charged as adults. Note the minimum age to book or check in is 21 — minors may only check in when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

If you need family-friendly space, check availability of room types that list extra beds or daybeds and confirm occupancy rules at booking.

  • Room names to know: Superior Suite; Superior Room, Multiple Beds; Deluxe Room; Superior Room
  • Minimum age to book/check in: 21 (minors allowed if accompanied)
  • Children 12+ may be charged as adults — check rates when booking
Room TypeAs Listed
SuiteSuperior Suite
Rooms with multiple bedsSuperior Room, Multiple Beds
Standard king/doublesDeluxe Room; Superior Room
Destination details checked November 13, 2026; things change, so confirm anything important before you travel.
  1. Ace Hotel Palm Springs — Official Site
  2. Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs FAQ and resort information
  3. Palm Springs Aerial Tramway — Visitor information
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Are both pools open to children?

No. The Commune Pool is open to guests of all ages; the Main (Swim Club) Pool is restricted to guests 18 and older.

What is the minimum age to check in?

Guests must be 21 or older to book or check in a room. Guests under 21 may check in only when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Does the resort fee include pool and gym access?

Yes. The published daily resort fee covers access to the Swim Club pools (subject to special or ticketed events), complimentary Wi‑Fi, bicycle rentals, the fitness center and the steam room.

Rolled towels and straw hat on a wood pool lounger at Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs
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