El Rancho Dolores at JT National Park
US$83
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for El Rancho Dolores at JT National Park
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US$83
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at El Rancho Dolores at JT National Park average US$82 in the cheapest month (December) and US$101 in the most expensive month (April), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$88 |
| February | US$89 |
| March | US$92 |
| April | US$101 |
| May | US$95 |
| June | US$86 |
| July | US$90 |
| August | US$92 |
| September | US$96 |
| October | US$83 |
| November | US$92 |
| December | US$82 |
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Most expensive: April (~US$101)
Cheapest: December (~US$82)
About this property
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This motel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and a vending machine.
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This motel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and a vending machine.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Take advantage of the motel's room service.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 31 air-conditioned rooms featuring private pools and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and separate sitting areas.
Location
Located in Twentynine Palms, El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park is within a 5-minute drive of Knott Sky Park and 29 Palms Historical Society. This motel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Tortoise Rock Casino and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance.
What's nearby
Twentynine Palms Visitor Center(0.1 Miles)
Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce(0.2 Miles)
Theatre 29(0.8 Miles)
29 Palms Creative Center(0.8 Miles)
29 Palms Historical Society(1.2 Miles)
Twentynine Palms Art Gallery(1.2 Miles)
Tortoise Rock Casino(1.4 Miles)
Knott Sky Park(1.7 Miles)
Joshua Tree National Park Oasis Visitor Center(1.9 Miles)
Luckie Park(2 Miles)
Smith's Ranch Drive-In Theater(3.1 Miles)
Joshua Tree National Park(3.2 Miles)
Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail(5.3 Miles)
The Glass Outhouse Art Gallery(5.4 Miles)
Sky's the Limit Observatory and Nature Center(6.2 Miles)
Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD)(63.7 Miles)
Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)(52 Miles)
Parking
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Garden
Golf course (nearby)
Location
73352 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms, California, United States of America
Twentynine Palms Visitor Center (0.1 Miles)
Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce (0.2 Miles)
Theatre 29 (0.8 Miles)
29 Palms Creative Center (0.8 Miles)
29 Palms Historical Society (1.2 Miles)
Twentynine Palms Art Gallery (1.2 Miles)
Room options
7
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living RoomPrivate Pool
6
Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen
Room details
3× Double Beds
Sleeps 6
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living RoomPrivate Pool
6
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
300 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living RoomPrivate Pool
Guest reviews of El Rancho Dolores at JT National Park
8.1
Very good
Based on 1,000 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
2%
Couple
43%
Family
29%
Group
11%
Solo
12%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
El Rancho Dolores at JT National Park is an older, budget-friendly roadside motel praised for clean, simple rooms and a convenient location near Joshua Tree, with consistently friendly staff and easy parking by the door.
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El Rancho Dolores at JT National Park is an older, budget-friendly roadside motel praised for clean, simple rooms and a convenient location near Joshua Tree, with consistently friendly staff and easy parking by the door.
Many rooms are spacious and some include kitchenettes, reflecting a simple retro style. Common drawbacks include intermittent hot water, loud or weak air conditioning, small bathrooms, and an unheated pool. Traffic noise can affect front units, and a few mentioned loiterers nearby. Expect a simple, convenient base for visiting the park.
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Facilities
Large outdoor pool is widely praised but unheated; parking directly at rooms, often with covered carports, is convenient. A laundry room is mentioned.
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Jamie
25 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean rooms. We enjoyed the family suite option with three beds and a small kitchen. The pool is clean, beautiful and nice and cool. The manager was very accommodating. We had to stay in town after check out because of an online work meeting and he let us stay so our kids could play in the pool while we waited. He gave us a place to change afterward. The location is just down the street from the entrance to Joshua tree National Park for easy park entrance. Highly recommend.
Clean rooms. We enjoyed the family suite option with three beds and a small kitchen. The pool is clean, beautiful and nice and cool. The manager was very accommodating. We had to stay in town after check out because of an online work meeting and he let us stay so our kids could play in the pool while we waited. He gave us a place to change afterward. The location is just down the street from the entrance to Joshua tree National Park for easy park entrance. Highly recommend.
10
Paul
9 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The pool area is great! But the water isn’t heated. Sometimes the shower water temperature fluctuates. Overall though, the experience and personelle are wonderful!
The pool area is great! But the water isn’t heated. Sometimes the shower water temperature fluctuates. Overall though, the experience and personelle are wonderful!
8
Michelle
24 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very convenient to the base, was in town visiting a family member stationed at the Marine Corps base. Also, very close to Joshua Tree national park. I loved the garage style parking right next to the rooms & large pool. Staff at the hotel was very nice and friendly! I will definitely stay here when I visit 29 Palms again in 2026.
Very convenient to the base, was in town visiting a family member stationed at the Marine Corps base. Also, very close to Joshua Tree national park. I loved the garage style parking right next to the rooms & large pool. Staff at the hotel was very nice and friendly! I will definitely stay here when I visit 29 Palms again in 2026.
10
Kristy
20 May 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Amazing stay quiet clean staff so nice nice Landry room and pool
Amazing stay quiet clean staff so nice nice Landry room and pool
10
Phillip
26 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
clean nice room. Excellent pool. We liked the car port ... other than the surface was sandy. Easy to walk to a couple of dinner options ... but don't wait too late as things close early.
clean nice room. Excellent pool. We liked the car port ... other than the surface was sandy. Easy to walk to a couple of dinner options ... but don't wait too late as things close early.
10
Regina
16 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, clean and comfortable. Easy check in and out. Great and easy parking in our own garage attached to our room! Unfortunately, I wasn't there long enough to use the pool, which was beautiful. It had a very retro, fun vibe!
Great location, clean and comfortable. Easy check in and out. Great and easy parking in our own garage attached to our room! Unfortunately, I wasn't there long enough to use the pool, which was beautiful. It had a very retro, fun vibe!
10
Annie
21 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
El Rancho Dolores Motel is my hub whenever I am in Twentynine Palms. Their rooms are clean and comfy, parking is right in front of the unit, and the amenities -- fridge, microwave, tv, wiFi -- always work. The swimming pool is great on a hot day and the north entrance to Joshua Tree National Park is minutes away. What really makes a stay at El Rancho Dolores especially comfy, however, is the staff. The owners plus Tulouna and team keep the grounds manicured, the rooms tidy, AND they are quick to help with a request -- extra towels, more coffee (there's a coffeemaker in every room), or early check-in. They help me feel at home in the high desert.
El Rancho Dolores Motel is my hub whenever I am in Twentynine Palms. Their rooms are clean and comfy, parking is right in front of the unit, and the amenities -- fridge, microwave, tv, wiFi -- always work. The swimming pool is great on a hot day and the north entrance to Joshua Tree National Park is minutes away. What really makes a stay at El Rancho Dolores especially comfy, however, is the staff. The owners plus Tulouna and team keep the grounds manicured, the rooms tidy, AND they are quick to help with a request -- extra towels, more coffee (there's a coffeemaker in every room), or early check-in. They help me feel at home in the high desert.
10
Karen
24 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Unusually large pool with nice areas to sit outside. Room has a small kitchen area in another room with everything needed.
Unusually large pool with nice areas to sit outside. Room has a small kitchen area in another room with everything needed.
10
Marco
7 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great Pool. The best.
Great Pool. The best.
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William
22 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Motel was a little dated but clean. Pool needs to be heated
Motel was a little dated but clean. Pool needs to be heated
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Cleanliness
Many guests report very clean rooms and grounds. However, several cite issues like dirty linens or towels, odors or pests, and inconsistent in-stay trash removal or servicing.
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Rosa
15 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The sheets were dirty and the mattress was stained with a yellowish color. I had my own sheets i didnt feel that nothing was clean and i couldn't shower because the water turned cold after a few mins. And honestly the bedding looked ugly. It was quite which was good and the building from the outside looked nice but the inside it was not so attractive
The sheets were dirty and the mattress was stained with a yellowish color. I had my own sheets i didnt feel that nothing was clean and i couldn't shower because the water turned cold after a few mins. And honestly the bedding looked ugly. It was quite which was good and the building from the outside looked nice but the inside it was not so attractive
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Karin
18 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Okey stay for one night. The floor was dirty and we got black under our socks. The bathroom window was broken when trying to open, the bathroom fan goes on loudly when turning on the lights. But still okey for one night
Okey stay for one night. The floor was dirty and we got black under our socks. The bathroom window was broken when trying to open, the bathroom fan goes on loudly when turning on the lights. But still okey for one night
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matt
20 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There was poo left in the toilet and it smelt worse than anything I've ever smelt. Not to mention the pubes in the bed and the thick layer of filth on everything. It obviously hadn't been cleaned in a long time. I left immediately and complained, but the guy at the desk wouldnt give me a refund.
There was poo left in the toilet and it smelt worse than anything I've ever smelt. Not to mention the pubes in the bed and the thick layer of filth on everything. It obviously hadn't been cleaned in a long time. I left immediately and complained, but the guy at the desk wouldnt give me a refund.
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Julie
1 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The spot is close to the entrance of Joshua and fine for a night stay. I didn’t like that the bed cover was a bit dirty; there were burn holes in the sheets and sand on the covers. There was a bone in the bathroom and the water took forever to get warm. The staff was friendly though and parking was conveniently in front of the room
The spot is close to the entrance of Joshua and fine for a night stay. I didn’t like that the bed cover was a bit dirty; there were burn holes in the sheets and sand on the covers. There was a bone in the bathroom and the water took forever to get warm. The staff was friendly though and parking was conveniently in front of the room
4
Quinn
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was friendly and rooms were equipped with amenities. However, once the sun went down we realized our room was infested with cockroaches. This was due to a gap under the front door. Our stay was during the middle of summer, but this situation could have been easily avoided with proper maintenance of the building. After reading more reviews I realized this was a common experience. It did indeed ruin our stay.
Staff was friendly and rooms were equipped with amenities. However, once the sun went down we realized our room was infested with cockroaches. This was due to a gap under the front door. Our stay was during the middle of summer, but this situation could have been easily avoided with proper maintenance of the building. After reading more reviews I realized this was a common experience. It did indeed ruin our stay.
8
Jamaica
20 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Extremely clean. Like very very clean for a motel. Staff was welcoming and friendly. If I come back to JT, I will stay here again.
Extremely clean. Like very very clean for a motel. Staff was welcoming and friendly. If I come back to JT, I will stay here again.
10
Eric
16 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very clean and appears to have been recently renovated. Everything is new, not just a fresh coat of paint. Nice tile work in the bathroom. Mattress was comfortable, AC worked well. The free Wi-Fi is EXTREMELY fast, well over 400 Mbps with an easy logon, just enter the password. (I rate good Internet highly, as so many places have dreadfully slow "free" Internet, then charge you for a decent speed and require setting up an account.) The woman at the front desk was very pleasant. About the only thing that wasn't ideal is the bathroom and shower are kind of small, but they are sufficient.
The room was very clean and appears to have been recently renovated. Everything is new, not just a fresh coat of paint. Nice tile work in the bathroom. Mattress was comfortable, AC worked well. The free Wi-Fi is EXTREMELY fast, well over 400 Mbps with an easy logon, just enter the password. (I rate good Internet highly, as so many places have dreadfully slow "free" Internet, then charge you for a decent speed and require setting up an account.) The woman at the front desk was very pleasant. About the only thing that wasn't ideal is the bathroom and shower are kind of small, but they are sufficient.
10
Kristen
14 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was amazing and very accommodating. Very Neat and clean.
Staff was amazing and very accommodating. Very Neat and clean.
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Jane
21 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Bare bones place but good enough to sleep a night. Staff hard to find and no services to the room. Trash not emptied and coffee not replenished.
Bare bones place but good enough to sleep a night. Staff hard to find and no services to the room. Trash not emptied and coffee not replenished.
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Alla
20 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Dirty blanket and towels, very loud air-conditioner unit. Metal bed frame make noise very time someone makes a move.
Dirty blanket and towels, very loud air-conditioner unit. Metal bed frame make noise very time someone makes a move.
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Rooms
Rooms are basic to spacious with a retro feel; many include kitchenettes and some have been remodeled. Bathrooms run small, AC noise or effectiveness varies, traffic can be heard in front units, and Wi Fi and TVs are generally reliable.
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KAREN
31 Dec 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
The rooms were a decent size and parking was directly adjacent to each room. The motel has a cool retro vibe. It is in a super convenient location near the west entrance to Joshua Tree park and walking distance to the downtown area of 29 Palms; however, because of the easy walk, vagrants were sometimes loitering in the central motor court. When unknown people knocked on our door in the middle of the night, the front desk responded quickly and moved our room the following morning. After that, the rest of the stay felt more secure.
The rooms were a decent size and parking was directly adjacent to each room. The motel has a cool retro vibe. It is in a super convenient location near the west entrance to Joshua Tree park and walking distance to the downtown area of 29 Palms; however, because of the easy walk, vagrants were sometimes loitering in the central motor court. When unknown people knocked on our door in the middle of the night, the front desk responded quickly and moved our room the following morning. After that, the rest of the stay felt more secure.
10
Courtney
29 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Close to entry of Joshua Park. 1 minute from Starbucks, Joshua NP Cultural Center, gas stations, restaurants, Rite Aid. Room was spacious - walk in closet, mini kitchen complete with stove, bedroom and bathroom. Clean. Pool was an added bonus. Lounge chairs and table & chairs.
Close to entry of Joshua Park. 1 minute from Starbucks, Joshua NP Cultural Center, gas stations, restaurants, Rite Aid. Room was spacious - walk in closet, mini kitchen complete with stove, bedroom and bathroom. Clean. Pool was an added bonus. Lounge chairs and table & chairs.
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Susan
12 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Amanda
19 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beds were clean and comfy but kinda short. Great water pressure. Awesome pool, deeper than I expected. Only downside was AC only in one room. Connected room had fan. With door open it was fine, but not if you wanted privacy and cool temperature
Beds were clean and comfy but kinda short. Great water pressure. Awesome pool, deeper than I expected. Only downside was AC only in one room. Connected room had fan. With door open it was fine, but not if you wanted privacy and cool temperature
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Evan
4 Feb 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Furnishings in good condition. Bed too soft for me, but I never expect a decent mattress when I travel. Next to busy road. Get a unit in the back. No carpet which is a major plus. Bathroom dated, but functional. Overall, when I come to town, I'll stay here.
Furnishings in good condition. Bed too soft for me, but I never expect a decent mattress when I travel. Next to busy road. Get a unit in the back. No carpet which is a major plus. Bathroom dated, but functional. Overall, when I come to town, I'll stay here.
8
Christopher C
3 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Reasonably priced. Our room was a little close to the main highway... not a problem unless police were haring by with sirens blaring.
Reasonably priced. Our room was a little close to the main highway... not a problem unless police were haring by with sirens blaring.
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Tony
31 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was surprising how big the kitchen area was, including a 3/4 size fridge, a stove, a microwave and even a 2-seat eating area, in the room! Parking in front of the door, and the entire staff was very welcoming and helpful. Would definitely stay there again.
It was surprising how big the kitchen area was, including a 3/4 size fridge, a stove, a microwave and even a 2-seat eating area, in the room! Parking in front of the door, and the entire staff was very welcoming and helpful. Would definitely stay there again.
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Eric
16 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very clean and appears to have been recently renovated. Everything is new, not just a fresh coat of paint. Nice tile work in the bathroom. Mattress was comfortable, AC worked well. The free Wi-Fi is EXTREMELY fast, well over 400 Mbps with an easy logon, just enter the password. (I rate good Internet highly, as so many places have dreadfully slow "free" Internet, then charge you for a decent speed and require setting up an account.) The woman at the front desk was very pleasant. About the only thing that wasn't ideal is the bathroom and shower are kind of small, but they are sufficient.
The room was very clean and appears to have been recently renovated. Everything is new, not just a fresh coat of paint. Nice tile work in the bathroom. Mattress was comfortable, AC worked well. The free Wi-Fi is EXTREMELY fast, well over 400 Mbps with an easy logon, just enter the password. (I rate good Internet highly, as so many places have dreadfully slow "free" Internet, then charge you for a decent speed and require setting up an account.) The woman at the front desk was very pleasant. About the only thing that wasn't ideal is the bathroom and shower are kind of small, but they are sufficient.
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Regina
16 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, clean and comfortable. Easy check in and out. Great and easy parking in our own garage attached to our room! Unfortunately, I wasn't there long enough to use the pool, which was beautiful. It had a very retro, fun vibe!
Great location, clean and comfortable. Easy check in and out. Great and easy parking in our own garage attached to our room! Unfortunately, I wasn't there long enough to use the pool, which was beautiful. It had a very retro, fun vibe!
10
Karen
24 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Unusually large pool with nice areas to sit outside. Room has a small kitchen area in another room with everything needed.
Unusually large pool with nice areas to sit outside. Room has a small kitchen area in another room with everything needed.
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Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly, welcoming, and accommodating, with early check in occasionally offered. A few reviews note difficulty reaching staff or unsatisfactory handling of problems.
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Jamie
25 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean rooms. We enjoyed the family suite option with three beds and a small kitchen. The pool is clean, beautiful and nice and cool. The manager was very accommodating. We had to stay in town after check out because of an online work meeting and he let us stay so our kids could play in the pool while we waited. He gave us a place to change afterward. The location is just down the street from the entrance to Joshua tree National Park for easy park entrance. Highly recommend.
Clean rooms. We enjoyed the family suite option with three beds and a small kitchen. The pool is clean, beautiful and nice and cool. The manager was very accommodating. We had to stay in town after check out because of an online work meeting and he let us stay so our kids could play in the pool while we waited. He gave us a place to change afterward. The location is just down the street from the entrance to Joshua tree National Park for easy park entrance. Highly recommend.
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Andrea
29 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very cute and cozy motel. Staff was friendly and helpful! Walking distance or only a couple minute drive to many good and convenient food places!
Very cute and cozy motel. Staff was friendly and helpful! Walking distance or only a couple minute drive to many good and convenient food places!
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Patricia L
14 Jan 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
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.
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.
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Kristen
14 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was amazing and very accommodating. Very Neat and clean.
Staff was amazing and very accommodating. Very Neat and clean.
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Jane
21 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Bare bones place but good enough to sleep a night. Staff hard to find and no services to the room. Trash not emptied and coffee not replenished.
Bare bones place but good enough to sleep a night. Staff hard to find and no services to the room. Trash not emptied and coffee not replenished.
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Annie
21 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
El Rancho Dolores Motel is my hub whenever I am in Twentynine Palms. Their rooms are clean and comfy, parking is right in front of the unit, and the amenities -- fridge, microwave, tv, wiFi -- always work. The swimming pool is great on a hot day and the north entrance to Joshua Tree National Park is minutes away. What really makes a stay at El Rancho Dolores especially comfy, however, is the staff. The owners plus Tulouna and team keep the grounds manicured, the rooms tidy, AND they are quick to help with a request -- extra towels, more coffee (there's a coffeemaker in every room), or early check-in. They help me feel at home in the high desert.
El Rancho Dolores Motel is my hub whenever I am in Twentynine Palms. Their rooms are clean and comfy, parking is right in front of the unit, and the amenities -- fridge, microwave, tv, wiFi -- always work. The swimming pool is great on a hot day and the north entrance to Joshua Tree National Park is minutes away. What really makes a stay at El Rancho Dolores especially comfy, however, is the staff. The owners plus Tulouna and team keep the grounds manicured, the rooms tidy, AND they are quick to help with a request -- extra towels, more coffee (there's a coffeemaker in every room), or early check-in. They help me feel at home in the high desert.
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Rebecca
29 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Much of the appeal of a desert getaway is a break from the over saturated living of LA so I’m very much down with a no-frills motel like the Rancho Dolores. Overall, I was pretty happy with my stay. She may not be glamorous but my room was clean, I was plenty warm while overnight temps dropped to 40, and had it been an appropriate time of year, I would’ve been glad of the pool. A couple of critiques: the water took FOREVER to get hot. My second morning, it was taking so long I decided to just skip it and shower when I got back home. And, I waited in the lobby for about 25 minutes ringing the bell, calling the phone number, trying to alert someone that I needed to check in. (Desert pace of life is different, I do acknowledge.) But overall, I’d recommend the Dolores. Very affordable with old school desert character. It’s close to great restaurants and easy to get to wherever your agenda may take you.
Much of the appeal of a desert getaway is a break from the over saturated living of LA so I’m very much down with a no-frills motel like the Rancho Dolores. Overall, I was pretty happy with my stay. She may not be glamorous but my room was clean, I was plenty warm while overnight temps dropped to 40, and had it been an appropriate time of year, I would’ve been glad of the pool. A couple of critiques: the water took FOREVER to get hot. My second morning, it was taking so long I decided to just skip it and shower when I got back home. And, I waited in the lobby for about 25 minutes ringing the bell, calling the phone number, trying to alert someone that I needed to check in. (Desert pace of life is different, I do acknowledge.) But overall, I’d recommend the Dolores. Very affordable with old school desert character. It’s close to great restaurants and easy to get to wherever your agenda may take you.
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Daniel
6 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The desk clerk was really nice. She was very patient and helped an elderly person who looked like she came off the street. The place had other good features such as location and I was able to pull right up to my room to park.
The desk clerk was really nice. She was very patient and helped an elderly person who looked like she came off the street. The place had other good features such as location and I was able to pull right up to my room to park.
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Patrick
23 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Sucked dirty and very uncomfortable beds and the desk person wanted to argue/debate with me about something he ended up being wrong about. Would not recommend staying there especially for the wacky prices they have. No thank u please
Sucked dirty and very uncomfortable beds and the desk person wanted to argue/debate with me about something he ended up being wrong about. Would not recommend staying there especially for the wacky prices they have. No thank u please
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Peter
31 Dec 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
The woman at the reception desk always had a friendly smile when I came by at night to have a new doorpass made so I could get into my room where I left the old doorpass. The landscaping is nice!
The woman at the reception desk always had a friendly smile when I came by at night to have a new doorpass made so I could get into my room where I left the old doorpass. The landscaping is nice!
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Location
Very close to the Joshua Tree National Park north entrance and walkable to restaurants and shops; convenient for base visits. Some road noise affects front rooms, and a few reviews mentioned loiterers nearby.
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Kevin
10 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
As expected, close to Joshua Tree entrance so all I needed.
As expected, close to Joshua Tree entrance so all I needed.
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Jaime
11 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The property is located close to some nice eateries (Grnd Sqrl is just diagonal across the street) and very close to markets and convenient stores. Excellent choice for a multiday trip to Joshua Tree for it is also walking distance from the newest visitor center and the Northern entrance to the park. Got a great night sleep.
The property is located close to some nice eateries (Grnd Sqrl is just diagonal across the street) and very close to markets and convenient stores. Excellent choice for a multiday trip to Joshua Tree for it is also walking distance from the newest visitor center and the Northern entrance to the park. Got a great night sleep.
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KAREN
31 Dec 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
The rooms were a decent size and parking was directly adjacent to each room. The motel has a cool retro vibe. It is in a super convenient location near the west entrance to Joshua Tree park and walking distance to the downtown area of 29 Palms; however, because of the easy walk, vagrants were sometimes loitering in the central motor court. When unknown people knocked on our door in the middle of the night, the front desk responded quickly and moved our room the following morning. After that, the rest of the stay felt more secure.
The rooms were a decent size and parking was directly adjacent to each room. The motel has a cool retro vibe. It is in a super convenient location near the west entrance to Joshua Tree park and walking distance to the downtown area of 29 Palms; however, because of the easy walk, vagrants were sometimes loitering in the central motor court. When unknown people knocked on our door in the middle of the night, the front desk responded quickly and moved our room the following morning. After that, the rest of the stay felt more secure.
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Sarah
13 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This is an older motel with decent rooms and a nice pool. It was sunny and reasonably clean. We were happy about the kitchenette. Not everything worked: the shower did not drain and the windows were not working well. Staff was really kind and we did like our stay. The main problem with this motel seems to be that it is located in the immediate vicinity of some kind of homeless encampment. There were occasionally strange, confused people wandering about the property. Our back window looked out onto a big empty lot that seemed to house some kind of encampment. I complained to the manager and he said “it is not our property behind the hotel. What we can do about it?” And gestured to the sky. I would not return again for this reason. I was with my daughter, and we felt uncomfortable and not entirely safe.
This is an older motel with decent rooms and a nice pool. It was sunny and reasonably clean. We were happy about the kitchenette. Not everything worked: the shower did not drain and the windows were not working well. Staff was really kind and we did like our stay. The main problem with this motel seems to be that it is located in the immediate vicinity of some kind of homeless encampment. There were occasionally strange, confused people wandering about the property. Our back window looked out onto a big empty lot that seemed to house some kind of encampment. I complained to the manager and he said “it is not our property behind the hotel. What we can do about it?” And gestured to the sky. I would not return again for this reason. I was with my daughter, and we felt uncomfortable and not entirely safe.
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Alicia
1 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice older style motel. Within walking distance of the town and a very short drive to Joshua NP.
Nice older style motel. Within walking distance of the town and a very short drive to Joshua NP.
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Ralph
6 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, quiet, and very affordable. Great location. I would definitely stay here again.
Clean, quiet, and very affordable. Great location. I would definitely stay here again.
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Evan
4 Feb 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Furnishings in good condition. Bed too soft for me, but I never expect a decent mattress when I travel. Next to busy road. Get a unit in the back. No carpet which is a major plus. Bathroom dated, but functional. Overall, when I come to town, I'll stay here.
Furnishings in good condition. Bed too soft for me, but I never expect a decent mattress when I travel. Next to busy road. Get a unit in the back. No carpet which is a major plus. Bathroom dated, but functional. Overall, when I come to town, I'll stay here.
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Russell
19 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 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.
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.
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Karen
20 Jan 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The room was quiet and the location was close to the north entrance of the park.
The room was quiet and the location was close to the north entrance of the park.
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Tatyana
21 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Decent motel for a short stay. Near north entrance to Joshua tree park and restaurants.
Decent motel for a short stay. Near north entrance to Joshua tree park and restaurants.
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Dining
No breakfast is provided. Guests appreciate the easy access to nearby restaurants and bars.
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William
5 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Located right where you want to be when staying in Twentynine Palms. This end of town has the best food options for sure. The hotel condition was surprisingly good given the age of the property. Our room had recently been remodeled and was very clean and tidy. And the staff was so friendly and welcoming. Really a charming place.
Located right where you want to be when staying in Twentynine Palms. This end of town has the best food options for sure. The hotel condition was surprisingly good given the age of the property. Our room had recently been remodeled and was very clean and tidy. And the staff was so friendly and welcoming. Really a charming place.
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Dereck
20 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a perfect place to stay and get some rest in between hiking and exploring Twentynine Palms and Joshua Tree. It’s not a five star luxury resort, but it doesn’t claim to be. The staff were extremely friendly and it is centrally located to the Joshua Tree Visitors Center, Oasis of Mara and great hiking and camping spots. We also had a good time at The Far Out bar after a late dinner. We’ll be back.
This is a perfect place to stay and get some rest in between hiking and exploring Twentynine Palms and Joshua Tree. It’s not a five star luxury resort, but it doesn’t claim to be. The staff were extremely friendly and it is centrally located to the Joshua Tree Visitors Center, Oasis of Mara and great hiking and camping spots. We also had a good time at The Far Out bar after a late dinner. We’ll be back.
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Andrea
29 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very cute and cozy motel. Staff was friendly and helpful! Walking distance or only a couple minute drive to many good and convenient food places!
Very cute and cozy motel. Staff was friendly and helpful! Walking distance or only a couple minute drive to many good and convenient food places!
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Susan
18 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Woman at front reception was marvelous. And you can’t beat having Grnd Sqrl across the street.
Woman at front reception was marvelous. And you can’t beat having Grnd Sqrl across the street.
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Jaime
11 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The property is located close to some nice eateries (Grnd Sqrl is just diagonal across the street) and very close to markets and convenient stores. Excellent choice for a multiday trip to Joshua Tree for it is also walking distance from the newest visitor center and the Northern entrance to the park. Got a great night sleep.
The property is located close to some nice eateries (Grnd Sqrl is just diagonal across the street) and very close to markets and convenient stores. Excellent choice for a multiday trip to Joshua Tree for it is also walking distance from the newest visitor center and the Northern entrance to the park. Got a great night sleep.
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Richard
19 Mar 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice old school motel without amenities like continental breakfast. Restaurants within walking distance. Nice staff. Guests were a mix of tourists and tradespeople on extended stay.
Very nice old school motel without amenities like continental breakfast. Restaurants within walking distance. Nice staff. Guests were a mix of tourists and tradespeople on extended stay.
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Christopher
20 Nov 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice motel for the cost! Close to restaurants and Joshua Tree NP entrance. The room and bathroom were clean. The only issue which wasn’t a big deal was the initial smell from the drain in the shower when the water was turned on. It dissipated within a few minutes. I didn’t use the outdoor pool but it looked clean and fairly nice. Check-in went quick.
Nice motel for the cost! Close to restaurants and Joshua Tree NP entrance. The room and bathroom were clean. The only issue which wasn’t a big deal was the initial smell from the drain in the shower when the water was turned on. It dissipated within a few minutes. I didn’t use the outdoor pool but it looked clean and fairly nice. Check-in went quick.
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Rebecca
29 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Much of the appeal of a desert getaway is a break from the over saturated living of LA so I’m very much down with a no-frills motel like the Rancho Dolores. Overall, I was pretty happy with my stay. She may not be glamorous but my room was clean, I was plenty warm while overnight temps dropped to 40, and had it been an appropriate time of year, I would’ve been glad of the pool. A couple of critiques: the water took FOREVER to get hot. My second morning, it was taking so long I decided to just skip it and shower when I got back home. And, I waited in the lobby for about 25 minutes ringing the bell, calling the phone number, trying to alert someone that I needed to check in. (Desert pace of life is different, I do acknowledge.) But overall, I’d recommend the Dolores. Very affordable with old school desert character. It’s close to great restaurants and easy to get to wherever your agenda may take you.
Much of the appeal of a desert getaway is a break from the over saturated living of LA so I’m very much down with a no-frills motel like the Rancho Dolores. Overall, I was pretty happy with my stay. She may not be glamorous but my room was clean, I was plenty warm while overnight temps dropped to 40, and had it been an appropriate time of year, I would’ve been glad of the pool. A couple of critiques: the water took FOREVER to get hot. My second morning, it was taking so long I decided to just skip it and shower when I got back home. And, I waited in the lobby for about 25 minutes ringing the bell, calling the phone number, trying to alert someone that I needed to check in. (Desert pace of life is different, I do acknowledge.) But overall, I’d recommend the Dolores. Very affordable with old school desert character. It’s close to great restaurants and easy to get to wherever your agenda may take you.
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Preston
27 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely lady on teception, very friendly and welcoming. Unfortunately, no breakfast. Clean linen and bathroom. Only downside, the bathroom was way too small. Ok for one night, but not suitable for any longer.
Lovely lady on teception, very friendly and welcoming. Unfortunately, no breakfast. Clean linen and bathroom. Only downside, the bathroom was way too small. Ok for one night, but not suitable for any longer.
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Tatyana
21 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Decent motel for a short stay. Near north entrance to Joshua tree park and restaurants.
Decent motel for a short stay. Near north entrance to Joshua tree park and restaurants.
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Svetlana
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
The motel is decent, the room was nice and clean but it had a smell of a chemical cleaner. We haven't interacted with staff except for the front desk receptionist who was OK. The A/C unit was pretty loud and we had to turn it off for the sake of some sleep. Bathroom shower was super small and narrow making it almost impossible to use it if you are not a small framed person. Bonus was a cute kitchen with all necessities, so I give it a 4.
The motel is decent, the room was nice and clean but it had a smell of a chemical cleaner. We haven't interacted with staff except for the front desk receptionist who was OK. The A/C unit was pretty loud and we had to turn it off for the sake of some sleep. Bathroom shower was super small and narrow making it almost impossible to use it if you are not a small framed person. Bonus was a cute kitchen with all necessities, so I give it a 4.
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JOHN
6 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Loved everything about the place.
Loved everything about the place.
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amber
22 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived around 4pm in the heat of the day. It was a 2 room family suite and very hot inside. The room faced West so it had been baking all day. There was 1 AC unit in the front room and a fan in the 2nd bedroom. We cranked it down and went to dinner, the front room cooled down but the rest of the rooms (bathroom, kitchen and 2nd bedroom) remained hot the rest of the night. The one little unit was just not enough to cool down the entire suite. Everything else was fine.
We arrived around 4pm in the heat of the day. It was a 2 room family suite and very hot inside. The room faced West so it had been baking all day. There was 1 AC unit in the front room and a fan in the 2nd bedroom. We cranked it down and went to dinner, the front room cooled down but the rest of the rooms (bathroom, kitchen and 2nd bedroom) remained hot the rest of the night. The one little unit was just not enough to cool down the entire suite. Everything else was fine.
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Imen
18 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
it was s good last minute spot to rest in druign coachella festival.
it was s good last minute spot to rest in druign coachella festival.
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Russ
8 Aug 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
Clean, nice pool, easy parking
Clean, nice pool, easy parking
FAQs about El Rancho Dolores at JT National Park
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 15:00, and check-out time is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Twentynine Palms, within a 5-minute drive of Knott Sky Park and 29 Palms Historical Society. It is approximately 2.6 miles from Tortoise Rock Casino and 6.4 miles from the North Entrance of Joshua Tree National Park.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available, which is seasonal.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of USD 20.00 per day. Advance request or confirmation may be required.
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An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- 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
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Golf course (nearby)
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Room service
Non-smoking rooms
Picnic area/Tables
Vending machines
Family room
Fence Around Pool
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
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Free parking
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Services
Designated smoking area
Express check-in/check-out
Self laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Activities
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Garden
Golf course (nearby)
Pool outdoor
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Internet
Free wi-fi