
Soboba Casino Resort
Best for gamblers, golf outings, and groups needing ballrooms or large outdoor wedding/event spaces.
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Soboba Casino Resort is a large all-ages casino resort in San Jacinto focused on gaming, golf, events and family-friendly pools. Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel is an upscale downtown Palm Springs lifestyle hotel for style-conscious travelers who want a central base for galleries, restaurants and the convention center.
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Best for gamblers, golf outings, and groups needing ballrooms or large outdoor wedding/event spaces.

Best for travelers who want to stay in the heart of Palm Springs within walking distance of museums, restaurants and the convention center.
When Soboba Casino Resort wins: choose Soboba if you want on-site casino action, a par-70 golf course, lots of on-site restaurants and large meeting/wedding facilities. It’s the better pick for groups, events and guests who plan to spend time at the gaming floor.
When Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel wins: pick the Kimpton for a central downtown Palm Springs stay with design-forward rooms, a rooftop terrace/pool, easy walks to museums and nightlife, and multiple on-site restaurants and bars.
Bottom line: Soboba is a destination resort built around gaming, golf and events; Kimpton Rowan is a city-center lifestyle hotel for visitors who want to be steps from Palm Springs’ cultural and dining scene. Choose based on whether your trip centers on casino/golf/event programming or downtown access and design-driven amenities.
| Category | Soboba Casino Resort | Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Resort-casino focused on entertainment, golf and large events | Upscale downtown lifestyle hotel with design-forward public spaces |
| Location | San Jacinto, adjacent to the San Jacinto Mountains (rural/resort setting) | Downtown Palm Springs, steps from Palm Springs Art Museum and Convention Center |
| Size | Six stories, 200 rooms including 53 luxury suites | 153 guestrooms |
| Ages / policies | All-ages resort; main guest must be 21 to check in and anyone under 21 is barred from the gaming floor | All-ages property (not adults-only); standard hotel age/policy details apply |
| Pools / outdoor | One heated lagoon-style resort pool with 10 private cabanas and a poolside bar; pool-day passes available | One outdoor pool and rooftop terrace with poolside bar; complimentary pool loungers noted |
| Restaurants & bars | Seven on-site restaurants, three bars/lounges and a poolside bar (steakhouse, noodle bar, diner, food-court options) | Three restaurants and two bars/lounges (Mediterranean cuisine at Four Saints plus rooftop options) |
| Spa & wellness | No full-service spa listed; fitness center on site (hotel FAQ and major OTAs state no spa) | Spa services on site (hotel listing shows spa services available) |
| Known for | Gaming floor (≈2,000+ slot machines), golf course, large ballroom and event capacity | Central downtown location, rooftop terrace/pool, design-led guest experience |
| Meetings & events | Extensive event inventory — Grand Ballroom (≈15,000 sq ft), multiple outdoor wedding venues and golf-club events | Conference space: 5,108 sq ft and 8 meeting rooms (suited to mid-size meetings and events) |
| Parking & transport | Free self-parking (RV/bus/truck spaces available); no airport shuttle listed | On-site services include concierge and recommended airport Palm Springs Intl. (PSP) as nearest airport; parking details vary by rate/booking |
Soboba sits next to the San Jacinto Mountains in San Jacinto, set up as a destination resort with outdoor scenery.
Soboba is a resort out of town—good for guests who want a secluded resort experience centered on gaming and golf.
Kimpton Rowan is positioned in downtown Palm Springs within easy walking distance of museums, theaters and restaurants.
Kimpton Rowan is the better choice for visitors who want to be in the middle of Palm Springs’ downtown scene.
Soboba offers a single room category (Deluxe Room) with King or two Queen beds, plus a number of suites across the property.
Soboba’s rooms suit families and groups who want straightforward resort accommodations with suite options.
Kimpton Rowan has 153 guestrooms in many configurations, including suites and premium view rooms.
The Kimpton’s variety of room types and suites cater to couples and solo travelers seeking a stylish downtown stay.
Soboba provides a broad food lineup tailored to resort guests and event attendees.
If you want many on-site dining styles without leaving property, Soboba covers a wide range of tastes and price points.
Kimpton Rowan focuses on curated restaurant choices and bar programs anchored by in-house dining.
Choose Kimpton Rowan when you want chef-led menus, a concentrated set of dining options and rooftop drinks.
Soboba’s outdoor pool is a lagoon-style heated pool with cabanas and a poolside bar built for resort guests.
The pool is a major daytime draw at Soboba for families and event attendees, with cabana options and day-pass access.
Kimpton Rowan’s standout public space is its rooftop terrace and pool that serve as a downtown gathering point.
Kimpton Rowan’s rooftop pool and terrace are best for guests who want a social, downtown pool scene rather than a large resort deck.
Soboba blends resort wellness and active options with a heavily programmed nightlife and entertainment calendar.
Soboba is a multifunctional resort for sport, meetings, wedding parties and evening casino entertainment.
Kimpton Rowan supports wellness and local nightlife through a 24-hour fitness center and proximity to downtown venues.
Kimpton Rowan fits travelers who mix independent sightseeing with in-hotel fitness and nearby nightlife.

Soboba Casino Resort — roughly 2,000+ slot machines, table games and a full casino floor.

Kimpton Rowan — steps from the Palm Springs Art Museum, Forever Marilyn and downtown dining.

Soboba Casino Resort — on-site par-70 Soboba Springs Golf Course, driving range and clubhouse.

Kimpton Rowan — design-forward rooms, rooftop terrace and boutique hotel atmosphere.
Soboba Casino Resort — it’s the resort with the casino floor and the largest on-site gaming amenities.
Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel — it’s in downtown Palm Springs within easy walking distance of museums and dining.
Soboba does not include free breakfast. Kimpton Rowan offers breakfast for a surcharge or as part of certain rate plans.
Both properties allow children, but Soboba restricts anyone under 21 from the gaming floor; both have pool and family amenities with supervision rules for minors.
Soboba’s official FAQ and major OTAs indicate the resort does not currently list a full-service spa.
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