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Room 5 • Desert Sanctuary - Downtown Joshua Tree

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A rustic building with a red exterior and white trim, surrounded by desert vegetation and a gravel path.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a coffee maker, a sink, and a window with curtains.
A wooden-paneled room with a table and chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a framed picture on the wall.
Terrace/patio
A wooden-paneled bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug

Explore the area

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Joshua Tree, CA
  • Place, Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, World Famous Crochet Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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About the area

Joshua Tree

This hotel places you steps from Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market and within a 10-minute stroll of Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center. Highlights at this hotel include a kitchenette and a balcony. .With a stay at this Downtown Joshua Tree hotel, you'll be 9 km (5.6 mi) from Joshua Tree National Park.

What's nearby

  • Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • World Famous Crochet Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Joshua Tree Community Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Room 5 • Desert Sanctuary - Downtown Joshua Tree

Room 5 at the Joshua Tree Ranch House Motel - a 1950s ranch style motel room in the heart of downtown JT — steps from cafes, shops & the Visitor Center. Park entrance 5.3 miles away. Dutch door opens to the desert breeze and morning light. Watch the sunrise and moonrise from your room. Warm knotty pine walls, vintage rugs, queen bed. Sleeps 2. Kitchenette, A/C, WiFi, free parking. Dogs welcome — all sizes, up to 3. $25/night per pet fee. Dog beds, bowls & toys by Mojave Dog provided.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 218 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

751039

Frequently asked questions

Does Room 5 • Desert Sanctuary - Downtown Joshua Tree have a pool?

No, this hotel doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Room 5 • Desert Sanctuary - Downtown Joshua Tree?

As of 14 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Room 5 • Desert Sanctuary - Downtown Joshua Tree on 24 Aug 2026 start from NZ$279, 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Room 5 • Desert Sanctuary - Downtown Joshua Tree?

No, Room 5 • Desert Sanctuary - Downtown Joshua Tree does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Room 5 • Desert Sanctuary - Downtown Joshua Tree?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Room 5 • Desert Sanctuary - Downtown Joshua Tree Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely stay here again. The room was perfect and perfectly located for easy access to the Joshua Tree National Park and walking to restaurants and shops after a day in the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, within walking distance of the center of town.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

James R

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very good location, close to Joshua Tree National Park and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
nice clean space and awesome location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H. N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overnight stay 10/12/24 - 10/13/24

Hello, We rented the Joshua Tree Ranch Motel for a one night stay so we could go to Joshua Tree National Park. We enjoyed our visit very much. Thank you, Tere and Barbara
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jun

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025