When complete, Pala will boast 853 rooms including 104 unique suites and 749 deluxe rooms with dramatic views of the resort’s multi-pool and entertainment complex, event lawn and Palomar Mountain. The renovation and expansion will include the addition of a new 348-room hotel tower The resort’s existing hotel tower also will be completely remodeled. “This is a significant milestone for our Tribe and we look forward to continuing to exceed the expectations of our loyal patrons.” “Our ability to exponentially expand and refresh Pala Casino Spa & Resort is a true testament to, not only the growth of Pala, but also to the thriving economy and the continued strength of the gaming industry in California,” Smith said. The groundbreaking was followed by food and refreshments indoors at Pala’s CAVE Lounge.
To officially break ground, Smith drove an excavator through a 15’x 17’ brick kiosk building. Pala Band of Mission Indians Chairman Robert Smith provided the keynote address at the groundbreaking ceremony, which took place at the outdoor resort pool area. Officials of Pala Casino Spa & Resort Tuesday held a groundbreaking ceremony to honor the commencement of the resort’s $170 million expansion and renovation project. Pala Tribal Chairman Robert Smith drives an excavator through a brick kiosk building to make way for the new expansion.
