Things to do near Soboba Casino Resort
Soboba Casino Resort sits at 22777 Soboba Road in San Jacinto and offers on-site gaming, a heated outdoor resort pool, a par-70 Soboba Springs Golf Course, seven restaurants and multiple bars. Nearby options include San Jacinto Mountain trails, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway for a 20-mile day trip, Diamond Valley Lake and local museums.
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On-site entertainment and casino
The resort includes a large casino floor with slot machines and table games; guests must be 21 or older to enter the gaming floor. Evening entertainment is also hosted in venues such as the Cabaret Lounge.
Beyond the gaming floor, the property has lounges and bars (Tree Bar, Cabaret Lounge and poolside bar) for drinks and live music.
- Casino floor: 21+ only (minimum gambling age is 21).
- Cabaret Lounge: ticketed and lounge entertainment and live music.
- Tree Bar and other bar spaces available for drinks and socializing.
| On-site Venue | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Cabaret Lounge | Live music, DJ sets and ticketed evening shows |
| Tree Bar | Themed bar with entertainment and evening hours |
| Poolside Bar | Drinks service during pool hours; cabanas available for a surcharge |
Pool, fitness and family activities
Soboba has one heated, lagoon-style outdoor resort pool with red umbrellas, a poolside bar, wheelchair-accessible pool features and private cabanas available for a surcharge. Pool hours are listed on the resort site as daily 8:00 AM–8:00 PM.
The fitness center is reserved for hotel guests and is wheelchair accessible; guests under 18 should be supervised per the property's policies. The resort also lists 21 pickleball courts on the property.
- Pool hours (resort site): daily 8:00 AM–8:00 PM (confirm current hours with the resort).
- Pool day passes available for non-hotel guests (resort site lists pricing and details).
- Fitness center: hotel-guest access only; age restrictions apply for minors.
- Pickleball courts: the property includes a large number of courts for daytime play.
| Amenity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Resort pool | Heated, lagoon-style; cabanas and poolside bar; wheelchair access |
| Fitness center | Reserved for hotel guests; wheelchair accessible |
| Pickleball | Multiple courts on property (listed as 21 courts) |
Golf and event venues
Soboba Springs Golf Course is a par-70, PGA-approved course with a driving range, pro shop and clubhouse. The course and clubhouse are used for golf play and for banquets or wedding events.
For larger events, the resort offers the Grand Ballroom and outdoor venues including an Outdoor Wedding Arbor above a lake and waterfall adjacent to the golf course.
- Soboba Springs Golf Course: par-70, driving range and pro shop.
- Soboba Springs Golf Course Clubhouse: terrace setting and event space.
- Grand Ballroom: listed at about 15,000 sq ft and cited capacity up to 2,200 guests.
- Outdoor Wedding Arbor: gazebo-style ceremony setting above a lake and waterfall.
| Golf/Event Space | Primary use |
|---|---|
| Soboba Springs Golf Course | Golf rounds, driving range, pro shop |
| Soboba Springs Clubhouse | Meetings, weddings, receptions (terrace views) |
| Grand Ballroom | Large banquets, conferences and wedding receptions |
On-site dining — what’s available
The resort lists seven restaurants ranging from fine dining to casual food-court outlets, plus a coffee shop and multiple bars. Canyons Steakhouse is the signature fine-dining option; Fairway Cafe overlooks part of the golf course and serves breakfast and comfort food.
Food-court outlets include Noodle Bar (Asian dishes), El Comal (Mexican/Latin) and La Casetta (Italian/pizza). Koffee Kiicha is the on-site coffee shop with early and late hours on weekends.
- Canyons Steakhouse: fine-dining steakhouse with reservations recommended; hours vary by day (closed Mon–Tue).
- Fairway Cafe: breakfast, brunch and diner-style comfort food with golf views.
- Noodle Bar, El Comal, La Casetta and food-court options for casual meals.
- Koffee Kiicha: coffee shop with extended/late hours on weekends.
| Restaurant | Style / Notes |
|---|---|
| Canyons Steakhouse | Fine dining; dinner service and private dining options |
| Fairway Cafe | American diner overlooking the golf course |
| Noodle Bar / Food Court | Casual Asian, Mexican and Italian options in Restaurant Row |
Nearby natural attractions and day trips
The resort is immediately adjacent to the San Jacinto Mountains and gives easy access to mountain trails and the mountain town of Idyllwild. The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is commonly listed as about 20 miles from the resort and is a popular day-trip for alpine hiking and views.
Other local destinations cited include Diamond Valley Lake (about a 28–29 minute drive), the Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre and the Western Science Center; Temecula wine country and Desert Hills Premium Outlets are also reachable by car for day trips.
- San Jacinto Mountains and local hiking/Idyllwild: mountain trails and alpine scenery.
- Palm Springs Aerial Tramway: ~20 miles away; access to Mount San Jacinto State Park trails.
- Diamond Valley Lake: fishing, hiking and a marina area (about 10 miles south).
- Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre and Western Science Center: local cultural attractions.
| Destination | Typical travel note |
|---|---|
| Palm Springs Aerial Tramway | Common day-trip; listed at about 20 miles from the resort |
| Diamond Valley Lake | Outdoor recreation and marina, roughly a 25–30 minute drive |
| Idyllwild | Mountain town reachable by car for hiking and mountain activities |
Practical info for planning your stay
Address and check-in: Soboba Casino Resort is at 22777 Soboba Road, San Jacinto, CA 92583. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and continues until midnight; check-out is 11:00 AM. The primary guest checking in must be at least 21 years old.
Parking and transport: the resort offers free self-parking, including RV/bus/truck parking; it does not provide an airport shuttle. Free Wi‑Fi is available in guest rooms and public areas. Pets are not allowed except for ADA-recognized service animals.
- Hotel phone (BookResorts agents, 24/7): +1 (888) 605-1350.
- Room type: Deluxe Room (options with 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds).
- Payment: major credit cards accepted for hotel payment; cash is not accepted for hotel payment.
- Pool day passes and event closures: the resort site lists day-pass details and occasional pool-closure dates for events; confirm current details with the resort.
| Policy / Feature | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in from 4:00 PM–midnight; check-out at 11:00 AM |
| Age requirements | Primary guest must be 21 to check in; casino floor 21+ |
| Pets | No pets allowed; only ADA-recognized service animals |
