Dining at the hotel: King's Highway and The Amigo Room explained
King's Highway is the Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs' all-day American restaurant and coffee bar serving seasonal, organic fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner; The Amigo Room is the hotel's cocktail bar offering classic and craft drinks and local draft beers with live music and DJ nights. Both venues are on-site and welcome hotel guests and visitors; King's Highway is family-friendly while The Amigo Room serves patrons of legal drinking age.
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Overview: dining at Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs
Dining on-site centers on two venues: King's Highway (the all-day American restaurant with a coffee bar) and The Amigo Room (the cocktail bar). Both are located at the hotel at 701 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs.
King's Highway serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and includes a King's Highway Coffee Counter serving La Colombe coffee all day. The Amigo Room focuses on evening drinks, live music and DJ sets and follows the property's age rules for alcohol service.
- King's Highway: breakfast, lunch, dinner, all-ages welcome
- King's Highway Coffee Counter: La Colombe coffee served all day
- The Amigo Room: cocktails, craft options, local draft beers; 21+ for alcohol
| Venue | Primary Offer | Typical Hours |
|---|---|---|
| King's Highway | Seasonal American food + coffee bar | Fri–Sun 7:00–22:00; Mon–Thu 7:00–21:00 |
| The Amigo Room | Cocktails, draft beer, live music | Sun–Thu 16:00–23:00; Fri–Sat 16:00–01:00 |
King's Highway: what to expect
King's Highway occupies the hotel's converted roadside-diner space and serves seasonal American dishes made with organic ingredients. It operates as the property's main daytime dining spot and hosts brunch, dinner and weekly entertainment.
The restaurant includes the King's Highway Coffee Counter (La Colombe coffee) for quick orders. Dress is casual and reservations are available via OpenTable—especially recommended for groups and event nights.
- Cuisine: seasonal American; vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available
- Atmosphere: casual roadside-diner conversion, family-friendly
- Reservations: available on OpenTable; walk-in seating common off-peak
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Family policy | All ages welcome at King's Highway |
| Events | Fabulous Bingo (Mon) and Drag Bingo (Thu) — reservations advised |
| Coffee | La Colombe available at the Coffee Counter all day |
The Amigo Room: cocktails and nights out
The Amigo Room is the hotel's cocktail bar described as a desert dive/cavern bar that pours classic and craft cocktails plus local draft beers. It operates later into the evening and regularly schedules live music and DJ sets.
Note that The Amigo Room serves alcohol to guests of legal drinking age; the bar's kitchen closes about one hour earlier than bar hours on most nights.
- Hours: Sun–Thu 4:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.; Fri–Sat 4:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m.
- Offerings: classic cocktails, craft cocktails, local draft beers, live music and DJs
- Age: alcohol served only to guests of legal drinking age
| Tip | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Arrive early on entertainment nights | Seating can be limited during live shows and DJ sets |
| Kitchen timing | If you plan to eat at the bar, order before the kitchen closes (about 1 hour before bar close) |
| ID | Bring photo ID if you intend to drink |
Poolside and event dining: Swim Club and The Commune
The property's pool programming includes weekend DJs and poolside food and drink service tied to the Swim Club experience. The Main Pool (Swim Club) is adults-only (18+) while the Commune Pool is open to all ages—both pools are covered by the resort fee for hotel guests.
The Commune event space can be set up for private meals, receptions and poolside banquets; the hotel lists configurable capacities for ceremonies and seated events when arranging catered functions.
- Pool hours for hotel guests: 7:00 a.m.–2:00 a.m. daily
- Main Pool: 18+ only and hosts weekend DJ sessions
- Commune Pool: family-friendly, open to all ages
| Event type | Typical setup |
|---|---|
| Poolside banquet | Long linen tables or set menus beside the pool |
| Wedding/reception (The Commune) | Indoor/outdoor space with private pool and firepit; capacities vary |
| Private bar (Amigo Room/Clubhouse) | Can be included for evening receptions and parties |
Menu details, dietary needs and coffee
King's Highway emphasizes seasonal ingredients and lists vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. Specific dishes and current menus may change with seasonality, so check the restaurant or OpenTable for the latest menu before arrival.
The King's Highway Coffee Counter serves La Colombe coffee all day for grab-and-go or sit-down orders; this is a convenient option for breakfast or a mid-day pick-me-up.
- Dietary options: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free available (ask staff for details)
- Menu rotation: seasonal — inquire on arrival or view online reservation pages
- Coffee: La Colombe at King's Highway Coffee Counter
| Need | What to do |
|---|---|
| Allergies or strict diet | Tell your server; kitchens can often accommodate requests but confirm in advance |
| Large party or event night | Reserve via OpenTable to secure seating |
| Quick coffee | Use the King's Highway Coffee Counter for faster service |
Practical tips: reservations, timing and policies
Because King's Highway hosts weekly entertainment and The Amigo Room fills for live shows, reservations are recommended for event nights and for parties of ten or more. OpenTable is the hotel's suggested booking channel for King's Highway.
Keep hotel policies in mind: the property enforces a 21+ minimum to book or check in a room, children are welcome at King's Highway, and alcohol is served only to guests of legal drinking age. The resort fee covers pool access and amenities but does not include restaurant bills.
- Reservations: OpenTable recommended for King's Highway, especially on bingo or DJ nights
- Payment: restaurant charges are separate from the resort fee
- Timing: kitchen typically closes about one hour before The Amigo Room bar closes
| Question | Quick answer |
|---|---|
| Are meals included with room? | No — the hotel is not all-inclusive; meals are billed separately |
| Can children dine in The Amigo Room? | The Amigo Room serves alcohol and events for legal drinking age; King's Highway is family-friendly |
| How to confirm menu or hours? | Check the hotel's site or the venue's listing (OpenTable/official pages) before visiting |
