Apple Tree Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve

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Lobby sitting area
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette | Fridge, coffee/tea maker
Deluxe House, 3 Bedrooms | Living room | TV
Land view from property
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Apple Tree Inn welcomes travelers to the scenic hills of Lake Cuyamaca. Enjoy mountain views from the terrace, dine at the on-site restaurant, and unwind with drinks at the bar. Attentive staff offers luggage storage for a hassle-free stay in this peaceful natural setting.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Deluxe 1 bedroom suite with Kitchen-1 Queen bed upstairs

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
  • 800 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe 1 bedroom suite with Kitchen-2 Queen Beds. Downstairs

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Sofa bed
  • 800 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe House, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
  • 2200 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Trundle Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
4360 Highway 78, Julian, CA, 92036

What's nearby

  • Julian Town Hall - 5 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Julian Pioneer Museum - 5 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • William Heise County Park - 16 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Lake Cuyamaca - 18 min drive - 14.1 miles

Getting around

  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Julian Beer Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dudley's Bakery & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pie Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Julian Cafe & Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nickel Beer Company - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Apple Tree Inn

Motel near Lake Cuyamaca
Located close to Menghini Winery and Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve, Apple Tree Inn provides a terrace, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Apple Tree Inn offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 40
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 65 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 65 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Apple Tree Inn Julian
Apple Tree Julian
Apple Tree Motel
Apple Tree Inn Motel
Apple Tree Inn Julian
Apple Tree Hotel Julian
Apple Tree Inn Motel Julian

Frequently asked questions

Is Apple Tree Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). A cleaning fee of USD 45 also applies. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Apple Tree Inn?

As of Oct 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apple Tree Inn on Nov 2, 2025 start from $118.15, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Apple Tree Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Apple Tree Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 40 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 11:00 AM–2:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Apple Tree Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Apple Tree Inn located?

Situated in the mountains, this motel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve, Julian Pioneer Museum, and Menghini Winery. Eagle and High Peak Mines and Santa Ysabel Mission are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Apple Tree Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 496 out of 965 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 965 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 965 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 965 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 965 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elvira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our suite in the back was terrific, clean, well equipped and quiet. Check in was all easily done on line. Staff were friendly and helpful. Great location, easy walking access to several great businesses in Julian. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My second time here. Love the kick back feeling.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Needs to be spruced up a bit. One window on the right, driving up needs to be painted unless that's how it's supposed to be. Tmthoutside ppropert7y
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I went for my birthday this past weekend and it was perfect! We will definitely be coming back and will stay here everytime!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great 4th of July with our dog. It was very quiet and we lived that Julian Cidery was walking distant. Great restaurant on site as well, Jeremy's on the Hill.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel, great price and very responsive staff. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, somewhat over-priced rooms in a beautiful quiet area. When walking nearby I saw deer in the grass and shared the road with a flock of wild turkeys.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly and supportive staff, clean room, and streamlined check-in and checkout.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

The property was fine for location, price and cleanliness. The check in is a bit awkward as the manager didn't respond to my text, so I had to call. Then when she gave me a code to unlock the door, it turned out she neglected to tell me you have to push another button even though I asked if you needed to do anything besides numbers like a # sign. Fortunately another guest showed me how to get in the room using the key pad. There was a symbol besides the four numbers. He said he's been at that room befoer and the door keypad was a little difficult.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has a very late 4pm check in. If you need to check in earlier it costs an extra $40. There was no plug in near the vanity. The couple who helped us check in and answered our questions were very nice and professional. We will recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room had multiple things broken and the floors were very dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Clinton

Would like to turn up Tv volume
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cruz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the parking was easy and close to Julian, staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mario

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

Just what we were looking for.

Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Place is great. Check in is smooth and worked well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was good and comfortable. But the tv did not work and no hot water in the place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was wonderfully keyless entry was extremely convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere! And the staff there was very courteous!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Darling place!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and charming
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the Apple Tree Inn and its proximity to excellent hiking (e.g., Volcan Mountain; Santa Ysabel Preserve East), its location near the apple product outlets in Julian, and its proximity to great places to eat, next door (Jeremy's) and across the street (great pizza, good beer, patio dining, etc.).
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

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

Best in Julian, CA

The complex went beyond their requirement to insure my stay was enjoyable. Jeremy's restaurant next door better than excellent. Great Property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024