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Top California Desert 2 Star hotels

Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Palm-Desert by IHG

2.5 out of 5
74675 Highway 111, Palm Desert, CA
Fully refundable
$103 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$117 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
This will be my go to hotel when in the Palm Springs area. Good value. High quality st a fair price.

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

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The Dunes Hotel

The Dunes Hotel

2.5 out of 5
390 S Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$126 nightly
The price is $145 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$145 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. A lobby fireplace, express ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Great spot

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025

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Motel 6 Palm Springs, CA - Downtown

Motel 6 Palm Springs, CA - Downtown

2 out of 5
660 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$43 nightly
The price is $49 total per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
$49 total
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor pool, self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free. A snack bar/deli is provided and the front desk ...
6.8/10 (1,502 reviews)
Was okay. They charge $5+tax for parking. Ridiculous. A permit only should suffice.

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Palm Desert -  Millennium by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Palm Desert - Millennium by IHG

2.5 out of 5
74777 TECHNOLOGY DRIVE, Palm Desert, CA
Fully refundable
$99 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$113 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,582 reviews)
Room was clean, staff was professional, exactly what was needed for the trip to attend concert

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

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Hotel Xola

Hotel Xola

2.5 out of 5
24630 Sunnymead Boulevard, Moreno Valley, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$67 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$76 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. Traveling on business? Take advantage of ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,434 reviews)
Sheets are always clean, bathroom too. Remote control a little grime, funky smell in the room. The price works and clean sheets

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

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Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South

Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South

2 out of 5
6501 Colony Rd, Bakersfield, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$50 nightly
The price is $56 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$56 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,734 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025

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Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown

Quality Inn Riverside near UCR and Downtown

2.5 out of 5
1590 University Ave, Riverside, CA
Fully refundable
$84 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$95 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. There's no skimping on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,080 reviews)
The room was nice, the breakfast was great, the staff were nice. However, our room floor was very dirty, and the tub was filthy. I called and they sent someone right out and cleaned. TV channels were very minimal, and TV was difficult to work.

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

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Motel 6 Palm Springs, CA - East - Palm Canyon

Motel 6 Palm Springs, CA - East - Palm Canyon

2 out of 5
595 East Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$50 nightly
The price is $57 total per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
$57 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. The front desk is staffed around-the-clock and laundry facilities are ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,479 reviews)
I had stayed at this hotel in 2006. In 11/2025, it was vastly improved, with the hotel repainted and the rooms completely redone (well) from floor to ceiling.

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

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Travelodge by Wyndham Palm Springs

Travelodge by Wyndham Palm Springs

2 out of 5
1269 E Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$41 nightly
The price is $47 total per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
$47 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel's 2 outdoor pools and hot tub are among the featured amenities. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas and free internet ...
6.8/10 (1,714 reviews)
Was good

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

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Motel 6 Indio, CA - Palm Springs

Motel 6 Indio, CA - Palm Springs

2 out of 5
82195 Indio Boulevard, Indio, CA
Fully refundable
$46 nightly
The price is $52 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$52 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A terrace, a snack bar/deli, and laundry facilities are also on ...
6.8/10 (1,000 reviews)
It was ok

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

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2 Star Hotels California Desert

Looking to break out of your routine for some much needed rest and relaxation? Or maybe you’ve already decided it’s time for a trip and are trying to find affordable hotels in California Desert that won’t bust your travel budget?

California Desert 2 star hotels will give you everything you need to enjoy the city like a local, saving a ton of money so you can hit all the hot spots in town.

Have a delicious breakfast at your hotel to fuel up for your day of sightseeing, then enjoy amenities like fresh towels and linens, as well as a nice hot shower to unwind after a busy day of experiencing everything the city has to offer.

As you explore a new locale, or one you love to visit over and over, you can rest easy knowing you’re staying in a great hotel that lets you discover California Desert and welcomes you back to a clean, comfortable room at night.

Browse Travelocity’s wide selection of 2 star hotels in California Desert and find one that’s perfectly priced and places you next to all the best activities and sights. The town is your oyster, and we can help you seek out its secrets while sticking to your budget.

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