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High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Joshua Tree motel

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Enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool surrounded by a tiled deck.
Two-story building with a glass door entrance, staircase, and outdoor area.
Corridors feature numbered doors and windows offering views of the surrounding landscape.
Enjoy a peaceful outdoor retreat with a garden area featuring a picnic table and benches.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains from the comfort of your room.

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Non-Smoking)

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Non-Smoking)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Non-Smoking)

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Non-Smoking)

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite (Non-Smoking)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 King Beds (Non-Smoking)

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 King Beds (Non-Smoking)

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

About the neighborhood

Joshua Tree

In Joshua Tree .At this motel, you'll be steps from Hi-Desert Cultural Center and within a 10-minute walk of Joshua Tree Art Gallery. Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market and Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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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
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min drive

About this property

High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Joshua Tree motel
As a guest of High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park also features multilingual staff, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This Joshua Tree motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1990
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Cable television is provided. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Joshua Tree motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 35-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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

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

High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park is 37 mi (48-min drive) away from the Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park?

As of Jul 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park on Aug 9, 2025 start from $79.0, excluding 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.

Does High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park.

Does High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park offer free breakfast?

High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

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

This motel offers free self parking.

Does High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park have a pool?

High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park to downtown Joshua Tree?

High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park is 0.7 mi away from Joshua Tree.

High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 439 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 358 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1000 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

Crystal

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

Not a bad stay

Great stay for a music festival. No issues. Housekeeping attendant was friendly as was the front desk clerk. Room could use some updating but it’s not bad.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok for the money. The refigerator froze all of our food and the ac didnt work. It is close to Joshua Tree Park which is where we spent our time
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon, Buellton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for visiting Joshua Tree. Rooms are large and clean. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana, Anaheim

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dora S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

No frills place for a decent stay

Very simple, no-frills place to stay. The rooms are in dire need of an upgrade. They are really big and clean enough. I think even just replacing the carpet and maybe a new color on the walls would go a long way in making this place feel fresher. I stayed here back in 2017 and the rooms are exactly as I remember them. It's conveniently right on the highway, but not loud.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

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

Clean, Clean, Clean

We stayed here due the location and the price as it was reasonable. This motel was likely the cleanest motel I have ever stayed in. No stains, orders, etc. The property isn't new by any stretch of the imagination but it has been well taken care of. They like the rooms serviced daily, I believe this shows they take pride in what they have and offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

K.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to park entrance. Clean, close to town, washer and dryer.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myphuong

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajeev

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No frills motel for stay near Joshua Tree national park. Clean rooms, good housekeeping service and near the park and restaurants in town. Would recommend…..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Just do it.

Very old school hotel with actual key to the room. The decor is dated. The bed was firm, pillow was flat. Slept like a baby. Would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Sam

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Igor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient to Joshua national park. Quiet old. Needs some renovation. Not worth the money you pay .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

10/10 Excellent

Zhaodong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good visit
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle, San Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Stella

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The motel is conveniently located close to the park entrance. The manager of the hotel was very friendly and even opened the pool for us. The pool was ice cold because it is still Spring, but it was good to jump in after a very hot day. We couldn’t seem to get the temperature of the room ride. It was rather warm and the blackout curtains didn’t work very well and it was too bright to sleep very well. Also, located near a noisy road.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The building is old, the couch was one I wouldn't sit on, and the pillows were like pancakes. We were there for 2 nights because it was close to our destination. I left a tip for the maid on night 1. When we went to bed on night 2, we found the blanket and bedspread had been pulled up to look like the bed was "made," but the sheets were all in a jumble underneath! TV worked good, and the wifi was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025