10 Motels in California Desert: Best hotel deals for 2023

May 19, 2023 Tynisha Seiler

Discover the best Motels in California Desert, California including Best Western El Centro Inn, Best Western Plus Frontier Motel, Best Western Desert Villa Inn, Super 8 by Wyndham Yucca Val/Joshua Tree Nat Pk Area, Rio Del Sol Inn Needles, Days Inn by Wyndham Palm Springs, Best Western Plus Frontier Motel, Harmony Motel, Safari Motor Inn - Joshua Tree, High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park.
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1. Best Western El Centro Inn

2352 S 4th St, El Centro, CA 92243 1 (800) 568-8520
Excellent
46%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
4%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 139 reviews

Best Western El Centro Inn

Located in El Centro,CA, the Best Western El Centro Inn is sure to provide a peaceful and comforting home away from home for any traveler. Each Best Western hotel provides free internet access, giving guests the opportunity to check emails and surf the web, all from the comforts of their room or the business center. With cleanliness and value being our top priority, we ensure a restful and productive stay. On top of that, our superior customer service will ensure that we meet all your needs and go beyond your expectations.

Just ok

Reviewed By Sunday1953

Was not even welcomed when we checked in. Front desk person seemed less than interested in assisting us as she barely looked up from her cell phone. We had two queen beds, both comfy. Room was clean. Refrigerator made noise all night long. Air conditioner rattled whenever the fan kicked on. No toiletries including bar soap. Rooms either face the parking lot or back wall/alley of the comfort inn next door. Breakfast was a few packaged take and go items. Not worth the price in my opinion compared to other BW’s. Didn’t use the pool. Shares parking lot with IHOP. Next to In n Out burgers and Starbucks.

2. Best Western Plus Frontier Motel

1008 S Main St, Lone Pine, CA 93545 1 (800) 568-8520
Excellent
48%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2461 reviews

Best Western Plus Frontier Motel

At the Best Western Plus Frontier Motel you're sure to find that little something extra. With our modern amenities and thoughtful design, the Best Western Plus Frontier Motel will stand out among other hotels in Lone Pine,CA. For the business traveler, a spacious work desk and free internet access are included in all our guest rooms to ensure you don't miss a beat while you're away from the office. For extended stays, each room provides a convenient in-room mini fridge that is ideal for drinks and snacks. We also have an in-house fitness room, so you can keep up your workout routine while you're on the road. As always, the Best Western Plus Frontier Motel will provide you with the superior customer service that you are used to at Best Western® Hotels & Resorts.

Great Place to stay!

Reviewed By Nancy Beth M

The hotel is clean and very nice. We enjoyed our stay. Breakfast was good. Only complaint the a/c unit jn room 129 is very noisy, but I can live with that for one night! The young lady that checked me in was very nice & helpful. All in all a very nice stay..we will be back.

3. Best Western Desert Villa Inn

1984 E Main St, Barstow, CA 92311 1 (800) 568-8520
Excellent
37%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
6%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1189 reviews

Best Western Desert Villa Inn

Located in Barstow,CA, the Best Western Desert Villa Inn is sure to provide a peaceful and comforting home away from home for any traveler. Each Best Western hotel provides free internet access, giving guests the opportunity to check emails and surf the web, all from the comforts of their room or the business center. With cleanliness and value being our top priority, we ensure a restful and productive stay. On top of that, our superior customer service will ensure that we meet all your needs and go beyond your expectations.

Pet and animal Friendly

Reviewed By tiffanyrose06

So welcoming and helpful. My dog whom has disabilities hurt hi.self and the front lady helped get me medical supplies to help him. I was so grateful for her and she has animals of her own so I knew she under stood my circumstances

4. Super 8 by Wyndham Yucca Val/Joshua Tree Nat Pk Area

57096 29 Palms Hwy, Yucca Valley, CA 92284-2932
Excellent
34%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
5%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 710 reviews

Super 8 by Wyndham Yucca Val/Joshua Tree Nat Pk Area

Super 8 by Wyndham Yucca Val/Joshua Tree Nat Pk Area is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Yucca Valley, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Close to some of Yucca Valley's most popular landmarks, such as Sagebrush Press Bookstore (1.8 mi) and Rhythm of Life (2.6 mi), Yucca Valley Super Eight is a great destination for tourists. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and you can stay connected during your stay as Super 8 by Wyndham Yucca Val/Joshua Tree Nat Pk Area offers guests free wifi. The motel features a 24 hour front desk and express check-in and check-out. Plus, Super Eight Yucca Valley offers a pool and free breakfast, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. While in Yucca Valley be sure to experience local bento favorites at Kimi Grill. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Desert Christ Park, which is a popular park amongst tourists. Enjoy your stay in Yucca Valley!

Lovely basic hotel

Reviewed By casey6798

We stayed here as a base for Joshua Tree National Park. It was a perfect location. Breakfast was dismal so don't bother however, room and pool were great. Location for shops, diners and the national park totally awesome. Will absolutely stay here again.

5. Rio Del Sol Inn Needles

1111 Pashard St, Needles, CA 92363-2124
Excellent
34%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 364 reviews

Rio Del Sol Inn Needles

Finding an ideal family-friendly motel in Needles does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Rio Del Sol Inn Needles, a nice option for travelers like you. Set along historic Route 66, this simple hotel is a 15-minute walk from the Colorado River, a mile from Rivers Edge Golf Course and 3 miles from Jack Smith Memorial Park. Accessed by exterior corridors, the casual rooms feature complimentary High Speed Wi-Fi and cable TV, as well as microwaves, mini-fridges and coffeemakers. Parking is complimentary for cars, trucks and RVs. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, a hot tub and a steam room. Pets are welcome for a fee. Located .05 miles from I-40, we have access to a wide variety of restaurants and services. Our partnership with the famous Route 66 diner "Wagon Wheel" gives a full-menu discount on Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner! Our hotel has over-sized parking for your boat or RV. With a shimmering outdoor pool, whirlpool spa, and sauna on-site, you’ll find plenty of ways to relax and unwind.

What a great surprise

Reviewed By Mgitsme

I came here because an Airbnb didn’t work out for me in Bullhead Ciry. Exhausted and a bit upset and hungry this was the only show in town with available room. I thought the noise level would be horrible. I’ve been delighted! Clean,large, comfortable and friendly! Coukd r be happier. Tip go toward Bull city for gas. About 7 miles away it’s only $4.49 . Here it’s somewhere in the $6 range! Happy trails!

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Palm Springs

1983 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, Greater Palm Springs, CA 92262-2919
Excellent
19%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
14%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 1102 reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Palm Springs

Located near downtown Palm Springs, close to Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, shops, Restaurants and Casino. Spacious rooms with balcony, patio, free wireless internet, and free parking.Enjoy our Olympic size pool, childrens wading pool, hot-tub,business center,guest laundry, and fitness room. Local favorite Rick's Restaurant on-site. We also have 3000 sq. feet of meeting and banquet space available.

Hotel stay

Reviewed By Vickie B

This hotel was of average. The appearance seemed to be outdated. However for the price it was acceptable. The room was clean. The bathroom is definitely outdated, but also clean. The internet was slow. The bed was rather hard. No complementary breakfast is offered at this location. I had better

7. Best Western Plus Frontier Motel

1008 S Main St, Lone Pine, CA 93545 1 (800) 568-8520
Excellent
48%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2461 reviews

Best Western Plus Frontier Motel

At the Best Western Plus Frontier Motel you're sure to find that little something extra. With our modern amenities and thoughtful design, the Best Western Plus Frontier Motel will stand out among other hotels in Lone Pine,CA. For the business traveler, a spacious work desk and free internet access are included in all our guest rooms to ensure you don't miss a beat while you're away from the office. For extended stays, each room provides a convenient in-room mini fridge that is ideal for drinks and snacks. We also have an in-house fitness room, so you can keep up your workout routine while you're on the road. As always, the Best Western Plus Frontier Motel will provide you with the superior customer service that you are used to at Best Western® Hotels & Resorts.

Great Place to stay!

Reviewed By Nancy Beth M

The hotel is clean and very nice. We enjoyed our stay. Breakfast was good. Only complaint the a/c unit jn room 129 is very noisy, but I can live with that for one night! The young lady that checked me in was very nice & helpful. All in all a very nice stay..we will be back.

8. Harmony Motel

71161 29 Palms Hwy, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277-4314 1 (760) 279-4159
Excellent
63%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
4%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 647 reviews

Harmony Motel

The Harmony Motel is less than two miles away from the headquarters of the historical Joshua Tree National Park and is just one mile away from the trailhead entrance of the landmark 49 Palms Oasis, one of the five oases of the National Park. At Harmony, guests will find themselves just minutes away from rockclimbing and hiking excursions in and around Joshua Tree and Twentynine Palms. The motel is less than one mile away from the Twentynine Palms Marine Corps (USMC) military base and is less than two miles away from Sky's The Limit, the local nature observatory. The motel offers competitive and affordable rates for a home away from home stay in Twentynine Palms. The motel has eight units. Five units have full kitchenettes, and one unit is a cabin -- a great option for guests looking for more of an AirBnB vacation rental accomodation with privacy. The rooms are simple, warmly decorated, and large with high ceilings. Each room comes fully furnished and equipped with heating and cooling units. Motel guests have access to a large refreshing swimming pool with an adjacent hot tub/jacuzzi that allows beautiful views for stargazing under the dark desert skies. The Harmony Motel has a library that provides free Internet service, books, and magazines. Adjacent to the library is a common area in which guests are treated to complimentary coffee each morning. Guests may also access this area to prepare your own light meals as utensils and appliances are provided for your use.

Stay in Chuck's Cabin

Reviewed By Kurt S

Stayed at the Harmony for 4 nights. Opted for the adjacent building called Chuck's Cabin for our visit. While a splurge for us and much more costly than a standard hotel room, we loved the experience. A very private , quiet place to stay, we loved the unbelievable desert views every morning from our south facing patio. We spent mornings with coffee or evenings with a glass of wine enjoying the desert views, watching coyotes playing and chasing each other , roadrunners dashing about, and birdlife everywhere. A very special stay. Ash the manager / owner was excellent, and very attentive.

9. Safari Motor Inn - Joshua Tree

61959-29 Palms Highway, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
Excellent
37%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
4%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 164 reviews

Safari Motor Inn - Joshua Tree

NEAREST Motel to JOSHUA TREE National Park w. Entrance & visitor center,(Only 1 block)LARGE POOL (summer). All Rooms are ground floor.FREE coffee & wifi in rooms. Friendly service.Free local town map for restaurants.Open 6.A.M. To 11.30 P.M.Arrangement for guests late night arrivals.We have 8 restaurants in walking distance.

Great location & stay

Reviewed By gijadenyc

I stayed at this property for 2 nights alone while visiting Joshua Tree. First of all the location was fantastic. % minutes from the entrance to the park and on the main strip so I was able to walk to dinner. The owner Ravi is wonderful and very nice. The room was a bit dated but boy did my feet love the plush carpet after a day of hiking. It was also nice to not deal with any stairs and have my car parked in front of the room. Basic toiletries- bar soap & shampoo in the room. The room had a decent size fridge and a microwave. The shower was nothing exciting but it did the job. The courtyard was very nice but it was too cold in January to enjoy for too long. Great location and affordable. All in all I recommend this hotel.

10. High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park

61310 29 Palms Hwy, Joshua Tree, CA 92252-1906
Excellent
25%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 256 reviews

High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park

Finding an ideal family-friendly motel in Joshua Tree does not have to be difficult. Welcome to High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park, a nice option for travelers like you. As your “home away from home,” the motel rooms offer a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and air conditioning, and getting online is easy, with free wifi available. Guests have access to a 24 hour front desk, 24 hour check-in, and 24 hour security while staying at High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park. In addition, High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park offers a pool and barbeque facilities, which will help make your Joshua Tree trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. If you’re looking for an Asian restaurant, consider a visit to Royal SIAM Cuisine Thai Restaurant, which is not far from High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park. There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular art museums such as Outdoor Desert Art Museum of Assemblage Sculpture and Noah Purifoy Desert Art Museum. High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park puts the best of Joshua Tree at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Shabby

Reviewed By 649001

There were 2 large beds but the room itself was small. In order for one person to walk in the room others would have to sit on the bed. The furniture and the walls were shabby. The walls were painted in some weird colors. The beds were hard and the pillows were flat. The location was OK for visiting Joshua Tree National Park.

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