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Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree

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A bedroom with a wooden paneled wall, a bed with blue bedding, a patterned rug, a green hanging lamp, and a floor lamp.
A wooden-paneled room with a built-in kitchen area, a small window, and a red carpet.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Joshua Tree, CA
  • Place, Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, World Famous Crochet Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Joshua Tree

Located in Downtown Joshua Tree, this hotel is adjacent to Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market and within a 10-minute stroll of Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center. The guestroom includes conveniences like a sofa bed.

What's nearby

  • Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • World Famous Crochet Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Joshua Tree Community Center - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree

Room 8 at the Joshua Tree Ranch House Motel - a 1950s ranch style motel room in the heart of downtown JT — steps from cafes, shops & the Visitor Center. Park entrance 5.3 miles away. Dutch door opens to the desert breeze and morning light. Watch the sunrise and moonrise from your room. Warm knotty pine walls, vintage rugs, queen bed. Sleeps 2. Kitchenette, A/C, WiFi, free parking. Dogs welcome — all sizes, up to 3. $25/night per pet fee. Dog beds, bowls & toys by Mojave Dog provided.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

More

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Collect dirty dishes and put them in sink
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (218 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

752711

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this hotel?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Joshua Tree within a 10-minute walk of Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market and World Famous Crochet Museum. Hi-Desert Cultural Center is within a walking distance of 0.7 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree?

As of Oct 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree on Oct 4, 2026 start from $187, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Is this hotel adjacent to a casino?

No, this hotel is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this hotel include breakfast service?

No, this hotel doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this hotel.

Does Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this hotel?

The closest major airport to this hotel is Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP), which is about 24 mi away. Another top airport is Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD), which is around 27 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree that offer a balcony.

Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 8 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and quiet retro place

We liked our short stay at the Ranch House. It was very charming and the small kitchen came in handy. The location is great, just a block from the main drag and all the shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and nice. Just out of the main downtown tourist area and on a quiet street.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was great, check in was extremely smooth. Room was clean. Overall a great experience, would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic, bare bones but great location

This row of no-frills rooms were affordable, clean and walking distance from Dez, a deli and (a little further on) quick-bites cafe with great gifts. Also nearby was Joshua Tree Saloon, which has an awesome large patio and pricey but good dinners and drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

Not sure why it doesnt have good ratings but this place was great. Will return!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place

I really hesitated to book this place because of the bad reviews. I'm so happy that I did! The unit is absolutely fine and quite cute. location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Don't stay here

No hot water. No Water Pressure. Strong chemical smell on bed, couldn't sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024