MORONGO CASINO, RESORT & SPA (October 16, 2023) – For the 18th year, the American Automobile Association (AAA) has honored the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa with a AAA Four-Diamond rating for 2024 as a beloved resort destination in Southern California.
“Morongo is delighted to have our unmatched hospitality and resort amenities recognized with a AAA Four-Diamond rating for an astonishing 18th year,” said Morongo’s Chief Operating Officer Richard St. Jean. “Earning yet another AAA Four-Diamond honor is a wonderful validation of our continuing focus on providing our guests with an exceptional experience that exceeds their expectations.”
Unlike online review sites, the AAA Diamond rankings evaluate the largest number of hotels and restaurants of any rating system, using professionally trained inspectors and published guidelines to conduct annual unannounced hotel and restaurant evaluations.
Out of the tens of thousands of hotels that AAA evaluates annually, only a small percentage receive the Four Diamond Award, making it one of the most prestigious awards in the hospitality industry.
A Four Diamond rating from AAA indicates that the property is upscale in all areas, accommodations are more refined and stylish, and there is an enhanced level of quality throughout. Hallmarks of AAA Four Diamond hotels include an extensive array of amenities, a high degree of hospitality and service, attention to detail, and high standards for cleanliness and safety.
Morongo is also home to the Cielo Steakhouse, a critically-acclaimed dining venue set atop Morongo’s 27-story tower – the tallest building in Riverside County. Having received AAA Four-Diamond ratings for 12 consecutive years, Cielo offers guests spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and gourmet meals from a menu that features classic steakhouse fare and delectable seafood specialties.
Recognized by OpenTable Diners’ Choice as one of the most romantic restaurants in the Palm Springs area, Cielo accolades also include earning a coveted Wine Spectator Restaurant Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator magazine for the past seven years. The award recognizes Cielo’s extensive wine lists and sommelier-crafted pairings.
About the Morongo Casino, Resort & Spa
The AAA-Four Diamond Morongo Casino Resort & Spa is located along the 10 Freeway near Palm Springs, Calif. Owned and operated by the Morongo Band of Mission Indians, the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa offers the hottest slots and an array of table and high-limit gaming at one of the largest tribal gaming centers in the United States. The towering 27-story resort features six top-rated restaurants, a stunning swimming pool with private cabanas, a world-class spa, legendary live entertainment and, nearby, the 36-hole championship Morongo Golf Club at Tukwet Canyon. For more information, visit [