“Renovated motel retaining its 1960s whitewashed architecture but boasting contemporary features and an expansive spa with two pools. The rooms communicate laid-back chic, with draped fabrics and vintage furniture. The Swim Club also features an open fireplace, sauna, steam room and hot tub.”

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • The hotel is within biking distance of downtown, close to Joshua Tree, Salton Sea, Salvation mountain and other desert features
  • Spa breaks

    • The two pools, hot tub, sauna, steam room and spa facilities all provide for anyone seeking a spa retreat.
  • Restaurant

    • King's Highway restaurant, serving seasonal American cuisine with largely organic ingredients.
  • Spa

    • Consists of a hot tub, a spa with a steam room and sauna, and assorted massage yurts.
  • Free wifi

    • WiFi is available in all areas, free of charge.
  • Pet friendly

    • Dogs under 25lbs. Fees apply
  • Family Suites

  • Disabled access

  • Child friendly

  • Gym

  • Designer Shopping

  • Eco

  • Trekking

  • Total relaxation

  • Hotel Entertainment

  • Full of character

  • Intimate

  • Charming

  • Contemporary

  • Wellbeing

  • Sights nearby

  • In/by the desert

  • Retro/Vintage

  • Quirky

  • Active Holiday

  • Groups

  • Golf

  • Families

  • Cycling

  • Great walks

  • Riding

Facilities

  • Rooms

    179 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    King's Highway restaurant, serving seasonal American cuisine with largely organic ingredients.
  • Fireplace

    There are nightly open fires which often result in group singsongs and guitar-playing.
  • Spa

    Consists of a hot tub, a spa with a steam room and sauna, and assorted massage yurts.
  • Swimming Pool

    The hotel features 2 outdoor pools and a hot tub in an atmospheric outdoor setting
  • Bar

    The Amigo Room bar is an exciting space in which to enjoy a creative cocktail.
  • Free wifi

    WiFi is available in all areas, free of charge.
  • Hairdresser/Beauty Salon

    The hotel has a barbershop onsite.
  • Pet friendly

    Dogs under 25lbs. Fees apply
  • Room service

  • Business Centre

  • Disabled access

  • Suites

  • Air conditioning

  • Hot Tub

  • Family Suites

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Bath robes

  • Wifi

  • Bicycles available

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Child friendly

  • Meeting Room

  • Gym

  • Garden

  • Massage

  • Library

Activities

  • Trekking

  • Hotel Entertainment

  • Designer Shopping

  • Sights nearby

  • Golf

  • Cycling

  • Great walks

  • Riding

Map & Location

Other reviews

Ace Hotel & Swim Club: Review

Draped fabrics on the walls give a luxe campsite feel, vintage furniture makes each room unique and the ubiquitous arts and handicrafts reveal just how creative this community is. And we haven't even started on the Swim Club…

Originally published by Harpers Bazaar

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