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El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park

2.0 star property
Motel near 29 Palms Historical Society in Twentynine Palms

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A residential area with palm trees, a clear sky, and a sunset.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a mountainous landscape.
Outdoor patio furniture with a table and chairs, a covered area, and palm trees in the background.
Reception
Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | In-room dining

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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73352 29 Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms, CA, 92277
  • Place, Twentynine Palms Visitor Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, 29 Palms Historical Society
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD)
    ‪99 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(86 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Twentynine Palms

In Twentynine Palms .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Twentynine Palms motel, you'll find 29 Palms Historical Society and Tortoise Rock Casino. Knott Sky Park is within 2 miles (3 km) and Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Twentynine Palms Visitor Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • 29 Palms Creative Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • 29 Palms Historical Society - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Tortoise Rock Casino - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Castañeda's - ‬19 min walk

About this property

El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park

Motel near 29 Palms Historical Society in Twentynine Palms
As a guest of El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park, you'll find an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. Public spaces have free WiFi. El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Twentynine Palms motel.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private pools and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Private pool

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

El Rancho Dolores
El Rancho Dolores Motel
El Rancho Dolores Motel Twentynine Palms
El Rancho Dolores Twentynine Palms
El Rancho Dolores Hotel Twentynine Palms
El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park Motel

Frequently asked questions

How close is El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park to the airport?

El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park is 63.7 mi (79-min drive) away from the Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park?

As of Jul 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park on Jul 5, 2026 start from $98, 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.

Does El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park.

Does El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park offer free breakfast?

El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Tortoise Rock Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park?

This motel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park have a pool?

El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park features an outdoor pool.

Does El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park to downtown Twentynine Palms?

El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park is 0.4 mi away from Twentynine Palms.

El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 530 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 307 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arsen

Liked: Cleanliness
Easily the best budget motel we have ever stayed in. Very comfortable beds and fully functional kitchen!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great value for the location. Staff was friendly, the room was very clean and recently renovated.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, great location but I wish they had better options for coffee and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very good for the price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the staff was very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Basudha Singh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was comfortable and close to the park
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff, good location motel. Will book again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the staff was great. I will look to stay here in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking. Great staff. Great location. Some elements of the facility are a bit dated but they are clearly well maintained by a great staff. We would happily stay here again if visiting the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GILJOO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very kind
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel receptionist/staff was friendly and very helpful. Our room was clean and comfortable. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so nice, the grounds were clean and I felt safe.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super fine place with a vintage feel, staff was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

lerryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is so nice for a motel. We had a spacious room and it was very clean. Pool was perfect. Staff are very friendly and welcoming. Great location. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So clean! And the staff was very nice definitely an amazing place to stay if on a budget. So close to the national park too would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property. Vintage classic with all we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was large and had a small kitchen. Parking was very easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very pleasantly surprised Updated room channeling Marriott looks. Had everything we needed. Yes it has hot water be patient, took a minute to warm up. It was quiet and comfortable, staff pleasant, I liked everything about the motel.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a little dated, but kept up very well. It was clean, comfortable and quiet. The staff was very courteous and friendly. We enjoyed our stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked this property. I stayed two nights while visiting Joshua Tree. The property is old school but updated, clean, and very accessible. This will be my first choice if I ever visit Joshua Tree again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quaint little place. Clean and check in was pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless and quite charming.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rajeev

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacious rooms. Very close to Joshua Tree National Park, nice location, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Easy parking. Walkable to shops. Just a really pleasant experience all around. Will definitely return next time I visit 29 Palms! ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

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