At Joshua Tree National Park, El Rancho Dolores Motel at offers a charming escape with an outdoor pool and serene garden. Guests can stay connected with WiFi, enjoy extended parking and appreciate the helpful multilingual staff.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Main amenities (11)
Daily housekeeping
Outdoor pool
Room service
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Garden
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Picnic area
Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Microwave
Private bathroom
Private pool
Separate sitting area
Premium TV channels
Garden
The current price is R1 665
R1 665
R1 840 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
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73352 29 Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms, CA, 92277
What's nearby
Knott Sky Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
29 Palms Historical Society - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
Tortoise Rock Casino - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
Joshua Tree National Park Oasis Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
Getting around
Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 70 min drive
Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 79 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min walk
Starbucks - 9 min walk
Jack in the Box - 11 min walk
The Rib Co. - 2 min drive
Castañeda's Mexican Food - 19 min walk
About this property
El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park
El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park puts you just a 5-minute drive from Joshua Tree National Park. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English, Hindi, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
31 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site extended parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Room service
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair accessible
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Washer and dryer
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Private pool
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
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
Does El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park?
You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Tortoise Rock Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park and nearby?
El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park has private pools and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Does El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a private pool.
What's the area around El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park like?
El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park is a short 16-minute walk from Theatre 29 and 3 minutes' walk from Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce. Travelers say this motel is in a good location.
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El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park Reviews
Reviews
8,4
Very good
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8,6/10
Cleanliness
8,8/10
Staff & service
8,2/10
Amenities
8,2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8,0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
The pool was clean, large, and cool, with a nice retro vibe, perfect for relaxation. (14 reviews)
Parking was convenient and easily accessible with some rooms even having attached garages. (9 reviews)
Several good restaurants are conveniently located near the property. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
18 March 2025
nice location and quiet, nice staff
Irene
Irene, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 March 2025
This place is cute! Compared to the larger chain motels in the area, I would choose to stay at El Rancho Delores every time due to the vibes. For such an affordable stay, the quality of the motel was very impressive!
Rachel
Rachel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 January 2025
Was a great stop for our desert exploration and stay
Crystal
Crystal, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 March 2025
Nice place
Stayed here to see Joshua tree and had a great time.Everynight we had a cozy room to come back to.The front desk lady is also very nice!
Kelley
Kelley, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 January 2025
Nice quiet, clean place for our stay.
Crystal
Crystal, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
04 January 2025
Nice and convenient place to stay for overnight between parks.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 January 2025
Joshua Tree Stay
This was a great place to stay in 29 Palms while enjoying Joshua Tree National Park.
JAMES
JAMES, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 March 2025
El Rancho Dolores Motel
Friendly check in with help on checking out some of the nearby locations. Front desk came to check on us to see if we needed anything more for the room. Very pleasant.
Lynn
Lynn, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 January 2025
The room was quiet and the location was close to the north entrance of the park.
Karen
Karen, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 November 2024
Great place to stay in 29 Palms & reasonably priced.
Jake
Jake, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
24 April 2025
Old motel, tooo expensive.
Dated old motel. Small room with tinniest shower I've seen. Price was too high for an old motel room. Expected it to be upgraded.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
03 December 2024
Clean and comfortable and convenient location with reasonable price especially compared to other properties. Would stay here again
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
04 January 2025
Good location
Let us check in early, very nice staff. Average room, but great location to Joshua Tree!
Geno
Geno, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
17 December 2024
Within walking distance to visitors centers. Small gift shops and restaurants close by
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 December 2024
Staff always makes my stay welcoming. Th8s is the only place i stay when coming to 29.
di
di, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 November 2024
We really enjoyed our stay. Of the motels we've visited in the area, this one has been our favorite. We plan to return!
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 March 2025
Older but good fir a single night
Older property. Clean and OK. Beds are noisy due to a metal frame that oil pans as you sit on it or move. The staff was friendly and quick. Well located and easy to find.
Russell
Russell, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 January 2025
Perfect stay
This is the best hotel I have stayed at in a long time. The room was perfectly furnished and comfortable. Everything was clean and worked well. The staff took care of all my needs.
Patricia L
Patricia L, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 February 2025
Close to the park!
Received a warm welcome from our host. Our room was great. Perfect for the 3 of us! Three double beds. Room was clean. Kitchenette was great for quick breakfast in the mornings and a refrigerator for our food. Great for going to Joshua treeNP
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 March 2025
Very good.
We had a very good stay. The room was clean. When we got back from our trip to the National Park the room did smell a little musty, it's the desert. We opened the windows for a bit and all was good. The hotel is very close to the entrance to the National Park.
An excellent location to Joshua Tree NP. The hotel room had a kitchenette which was great. Stove, microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker, and a small bar to eat at. I would stay again.
MaryAnn
MaryAnn, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
12 January 2025
Hotel is dated although refreshed and very clean. Parking right outside the door is convenient but noisy and hotel is right on a major thoroughfare so lots of traffic noise. The two people at checkin and out were very nice.
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
06 October 2024
Always a nice place to stay. Quaint but fun
Allen
Allen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
04 November 2024
Great stay for very reasonable price. I have stayed at many of the motels in the area and would strongly recommend this one over others. Will return!
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 March 2025
Close to Joshua Tree NP, I'd stay here again!
This is a solid two star hotel. Bed was comfortable. Room was clean, I appreciated that there was no carpeting. Shower had hot water. Heater worked well, which is great because the nights were chilly. This motel is a little worn and shabby, but suited my purposes well. A reasonably priced place to stay after day hiking in Joshua Tree NP. Close to the not-as-busy park entrance in 29 Palms. And walking distance to downtown with good options for dinner, which I appreciated very much. I would stay here again.
Stacy
Stacy, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
16 March 2025
Only for a Very Short Stay
This place is suitable for a very short stay when visiting Joshua Tree National Park. However, if you have other options, think twice. The bedding was extremely dirty, yet reeked of disinfectant. And don’t expect warm water—because there isn’t any. After staying here, we got sick, which completely ruined the rest of our trip.