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Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree

Get away to a quiet desert haven with all you need just steps away. Enjoy an authentic Western getaway near Joshua Tree National Park.

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Experience the Old West charm at this 1950s classic motel, set back from the highway for a peaceful retreat. Warmly decorated rooms feature a kitchenette and bathroom/shower in a cozy desert setting, with complimentary coffee and tea to start your day.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
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About the neighborhood

Downtown Joshua Tree, a neighborhood in Joshua Tree, is home to this hotel. World Famous Crochet Museum and Noah Purifoy Foundation are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market and Pioneertown. Hi-Desert Cultural Center and Hi-Desert Nature Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Joshua Tree travel guide
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Joshua Tree, CA

What's nearby

  • A desert landscape with large boulders, sparse vegetation, and distant mountains under a clear sky.
    Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • World Famous Crochet Museum
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Joshua Tree Community Center
    2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree

  • Hotel near Joshua Tree National Park
  • Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree provides everything you need. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

More

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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 age 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Collect dirty dishes and put them in sink
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 218 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite 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 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 218 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree?

As of Jul 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree on Jul 30, 2026 start from $163, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree located?

Located in Downtown Joshua Tree, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market, Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center, and World Famous Crochet Museum. Hi-Desert Cultural Center and Joshua Tree Community Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Room 8 • Desert Refuge - Downtown Joshua Tree Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelika V.

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

Nice and quiet retro place

We liked our short stay at the Ranch House. It was very charming and the small kitchen came in handy. The location is great, just a block from the main drag and all the shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew G.

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

Rustic, bare bones but great location

This row of no-frills rooms were affordable, clean and walking distance from Dez, a deli and (a little further on) quick-bites cafe with great gifts. Also nearby was Joshua Tree Saloon, which has an awesome large patio and pricey but good dinners and drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and nice. Just out of the main downtown tourist area and on a quiet street.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was great, check in was extremely smooth. Room was clean. Overall a great experience, would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brodie H.

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

Awesome!

Not sure why it doesnt have good ratings but this place was great. Will return!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen S.

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

Cute place

I really hesitated to book this place because of the bad reviews. I'm so happy that I did! The unit is absolutely fine and quite cute. location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kim T.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Don't stay here

No hot water. No Water Pressure. Strong chemical smell on bed, couldn't sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024