High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park

2.0 star property
Motel in Joshua Tree with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Interior entrance
BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
View from room

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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61310 29 Palms Hwy, Joshua Tree, CA, 92252
  • Place, Hi-Desert Cultural Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Joshua Tree Courthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite (Non-Smoking)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Non-Smoking)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(70 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 King Beds (Non-Smoking)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Non-Smoking)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Joshua Tree

High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park places you next to Hi-Desert Cultural Center and within a 10-minute walk of Joshua Tree Art Gallery. This 21-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Joshua Tree Art Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Joshua Tree Courthouse - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive

About this property

High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park

Motel in Joshua Tree with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk
At High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and laundry facilities. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations. Additional amenities include a garden, barbecue grills, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect 35-inch TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1990
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

High Desert Joshua Tree National Park
High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park
High Desert Motel National Park
High Desert National Park
High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park Motel
High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park Joshua Tree
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park?

High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park?

This motel in Joshua Tree is within a 10-minute walk of Hi-Desert Cultural Center and Joshua Tree Art Gallery. You'll also find Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market and World Famous Crochet Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available at High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park feature a casino?

No, High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there hot tubs at High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park?

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

Does High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park.

Are there connecting rooms at High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park?

The closest major airport to High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park is Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP), which is about 24 mi away. Another top airport is Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD), which is around 27.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park.

High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 359 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Don

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nora, Laguna Woods

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Although it's an old property, it's very well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yariv

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very happy! Rooms were clean, air conditioners worked great, very safe parking lot and rooms (though no safe available) and service in the room was excellent! The bed cover may have had stains but we put that to the side and everything was super clean and location was close enough to all we wanted. No frills but amazing value!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Emadeddin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Noor

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The area is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Miguel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I got some terrible bites from insects in the room, took me like a week to recoup
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annika

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big clean room! A bit outdated, but did the job!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool great to cool off in, 5 mins away from the Joshua tree visitors center. Room was good size and bathroom was big.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adithya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you like budget model travel this place is great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geogine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you , The room was clean Above Average!😊What I was thankful for was the Owner called me making sure I was coming as a single women or anyone traveling these days I GIVE Them A Ten ! Geogine Blaser AKA 4 Wilderness Barbee ! 29 Palms Joshua Tree,Ca!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Always a good clean room but pillows could do with being renewed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient motel at a very modest price

Older hotel but clean and recently painted room. Very convenient to Joshua Tree NP West Entrance and to the handful of eateries and shops in the town of Joshua Tree. Trip was to take photos in NP so spent very little waking time in the room. Excellent value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and cleanliness!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I like how clean it was and spacious we feel comfortable the bed a little hard but everything else is excellent. The Owner is very kind .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It's an older motel. The furniture is outdated and beat up. It's a decent place enough if you are just sleeping there. The area was decent and it's closeness to the national park is great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Charleen

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Els

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location is great if your main purpose is visiting Joshua Tree National Park like us. The motel is a tad outdated but clean, beds comfortable, refreshing pool and plenty of hot water with good water pressure. Good size fridge in the room for storage. Attentive front desk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible bedbug butes all nite Big welts today
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Simple & pleasant check in, love the old fashioned style motel. Dated in years but very clean. Definitely worth a visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025