Tribal casino resort
The San Manuel Nation's 17-story tower brings round-the-clock gaming to the foothills, with quiet mountain views waiting upstairs.
What it’s good at
What they say
Forbes Four-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
The structure looks as if it is woven from the earth, spouting from the hillside.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
In the San Bernardino foothills on the San Manuel Reservation, where the resort itself is the destination.
The rooms
North-facing rooms look out across reservation land. On the top floors, suites have high ceilings and rainfall showers.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The third-floor pool stays heated to 81 degrees year-round, ringed by palm trees, daybeds, and seven private cabanas.
The spa
Treatment rooms look out toward the foothills through floor-to-ceiling glass. The thermal suite adds a eucalyptus steam room and sauna.
The gym
Cardio machines face straight out at the mountains through floor-to-ceiling glass. A dedicated spin studio sits next door.
Restaurant
The Pines Modern Steakhouse
Curved leather booths sit beneath a dark ribbon ceiling sculpture. The kitchen cuts 36-ounce porterhouses and bakes macaroni with black truffles.
At the table
The 909 pours 32 craft beers beneath wraparound LED screens, and cocktail lounges look out across the foothills.
How it began
The resort began in 1986 as a tribal bingo hall, running for 35 years before opening its first hotel tower.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.