The Pala Casino Spa Resort, in north San Diego County, is undergoing a $100-million renovation. Pictured here is the resort’s large, uncrowded pool, which has 12 cabanas with TVs and stocked refrigerators. On weekends, cabana rentals cost $85 for half a day or $150 for a full day. Full-day rentals include poolside lunches. (Beverly Beyette / For The Times)
If guests at the 507-room resort become hungry while lounging by the pool, there’s a pleasant poolside cafe and bar as well as a spa and 24-hour fitness center. (Beverly Beyette / For The Times)
The Pala Casino Spa Resort offers plenty of opportunities to gamble, of course. There are 87 table games and 2,100 slots. There’s also a new poker room with private cage windows and tableside dining. (Beverly Beyette / For The Times)
