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El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near 29 Palms Historical Society

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Front of property
Property grounds
BBQ/picnic area
Outdoor pool
Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Private kitchenette

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June

Explore the area

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73352 29 Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms, CA, 92277
  • 29 Palms Historical Society
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Tortoise Rock Casino
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD)
    ‪93 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(68 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Twentynine Palms

At El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of 29 Palms Historical Society and Tortoise Rock Casino. Highlights at this motel include in-room pools, washers/dryers and free WiFi. .This motel has an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Twentynine Palms motel include Knott Sky Park and Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance.
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What's nearby

  • Twentynine Palms Visitor Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • 29 Palms Historical Society - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Joshua Tree National Park Oasis Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Tortoise Rock Casino - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance - 8 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 70 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

Motel with free parking, near 29 Palms Historical Society
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 members are 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 features private pools and washers/dryers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Washer/dryer

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 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

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
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.

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

What is the cancellation policy at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park?

El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 20 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park on 22 Jun 2025 start from NZ$127.19, 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 parking available at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park?

Yep, El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park has a free self car park, free extended parking and free RV/bus/truck parking.

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

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

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park?

No, but there are private pools in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park?

No, El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park?

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

Are pets allowed at El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park?

No, only service animals are allowed.

El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 466 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 339 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcio Augustus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay! Safe and friendly staff. Good bang for one’s buck!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable. Need to check the light bulbs though.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Carla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

matt

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

DO NOT STAY HERE!

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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Arjun V

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here 2 times and have had a great stay each time. Comfortable beds and very quiet. Staff is wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice location and quiet, nice staff
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hyungjoon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

MaryAnn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

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

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean quiet, great people, and great views. I love Motor Inns like this. Unfortunately, most of them are no longer in good condition. This property was in excellent condition. Easy walk to the center of town and great views.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hot water in room 116 was on the right side and the cold on the left at the bath sink. No hot water in the am either. Washed with cold water. Brrrr. Call a plumber.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place close to then national Park
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to Joshua Tree National Park

We stayed for 1 night while visiting Joshua Tree National Park. It is only 5 miles away. The room Was very clean, had an updated bathroom a refrigerator with freezer, microwave and small coffee pot. There was a table and chairs which was nice for eating pizza after a long day of travel. The bedspread and curtains were outdated and the room would look much better if they were updated. Overall, for the price we paid, it was a bargain! As long as you aren’t looking for luxury accommodations, it is a fine place to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice lady at check in. Clean and tidy rooms. Easy parking. Perfect for my needs. My friends are camping but I wanted a motel, and this was very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Dann

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable bed and the wifi worked.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Scetchy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and safe, room was spacious and we were comfortable. Great location near several really good restaurants and close to a park entrance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025