The Bungalows by Homestead Modern at The Joshua Tree Retreat Center

3.5 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Exterior
Deluxe Studio | Living area
Deluxe Suite
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
    Spa
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

Map
59700 Twentynine Palms Highway, Joshua Tree, CA, 92252
  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center
    3 min drive
  • Joshua Tree Art Gallery
    4 min drive
  • Joshua Tree Visitor Center
    4 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    46 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Studio

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

  • 35 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Premium Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Suite

  • 57 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Studio, Accessible

  • 35 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Joshua Tree

Located in Joshua Tree, The Bungalows by Homestead Modern at The Joshua Tree Retreat Center is in the historical district, a 4-minute drive from Joshua Tree Art Gallery and 7 minutes from California Welcome Center. .This motel is 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from Black Rock Canyon and 8 mi (12.8 km) from Noah Purifoy Foundation.

What's nearby

  • Hi-Desert Cultural Center - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Joshua Tree Art Gallery - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Joshua Tree Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Black Rock Canyon - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Noah Purifoy Foundation - 14 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Bungalows by Homestead Modern at The Joshua Tree Retreat Center

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Joshua Tree Art Gallery
The Bungalows by Homestead Modern at The Joshua Tree Retreat Center offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include dining tables. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. In-room massages, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool and in-room fitness.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or spa tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
Make yourself at home in one of the 14 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, bicycles to rent, and in-room fitness. Additional features at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
For lunch or dinner, stop by Food for Thought Cafe, a restaurant that specializes in vegetarian cuisine. You can also grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe.
Featured amenities include express check-out and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Food for Thought Cafe - This café specializes in vegetarian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Food for Thought Cafe

Things to do

  • Bike rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private picnics
  • Rock climbing
  • Spa services
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • A meeting room

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers

Spa

  • Massages

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Books
  • Games
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating
  • Memory-foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining room
  • Dining table
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (some items)
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Fridge
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • In-room massage
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Mobile key entry
  • Other gym equipment
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests are recommended to download the property's Dack App mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 65 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 250 will be collected before check-in.
  • Resort fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 65 per day
  • 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number PT0003795

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or spa tub
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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The Bungalows by Homestead Modern at The Joshua Tree Retreat Center Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John, Manhattan Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was spectacular overlooking the desert with the mountains in the background. The room was good, the bed was comfortable and the kitchenette area worked well. We could sit at the table in the room or on the back patio with a spectacular view. We didn't realize that the Bungalows was a part of a retreat area, but being in the middle of the summer, the other facilities were not in use, such as the cafe. Many of the buildings were designed by Lloyd Wright and all of the fell into the midcentury modern mode.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

valerie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great open space apartment with lovely view next to Joshua Tree Park. Clean and perfectly laid out to enjoy the unique landscape & property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Accommodation Near Park
Bungalow was very very nice and the location great in a quiet area surrounded my Joshua Trees and pretty landscape. Would definitely stay there again. It’s very close to the park too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friend and I stayed here one night in August to go to a nearby stargazing tour in Joshua Tree. The location was perfect; a short drive to where we needed to be. Room wise, this place was great! Clean, comfy, and modern. The beds and pillows were super comfy and loved the floor to ceiling windows to look out. The bungalows are in a place away from the rest of the retreat but easy to find if you follow the signs. At night there are lights to drive around the property. It's a short 5 min. walk to the pool area, which was refreshing given how hot it gets. However there are no umbrellas and very little shade. We only got to use the pool for an hour since check in was 3 pm and we needed to go to dinner at 6. No TV in the room which was fine; a/c worked great and was cooling. Shower and bathroom facilities were also nice and having a kitchenette was good but we didn't need. Overall comfy and relaxing stay for one night. They email/text you the code to get into the property two hours before check in. We didn't download or need to use the app they recommend to check in. Bungalow came with a parking spot. Would definitely stay again if in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful surroundings. Great room with everything you could need including full kitchen with drinks and snacks. Pool was wonderful to cool off and the deck chairs and lounges perfect for stargazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DASOM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property! Definitely exceeded my expectations. We stayed in the Deluxe studio and it provided enough space for a weekend stay with everything we needed. The large windows and private outdoor seating area make for a great place to watch the sunrise and the sunset! Will definitely be back 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasant and relaxing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isadore

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vamessa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gorgeous spiritual center right in the heart of Joshua tree. Can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous, clean and wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Attila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Zen of it All
A beautiful bungalow that has been lovingly renovated and curated with the most comfortable furnishings and equipped with everything you need. The desert views are stunning by day and the star gazing is magnificent at night. A truly magical place to rejuvenate mind and body. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kemocka L

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous ending to our visit to Joshua Tree NP! Serene setting, lovely accommodations, star gazing at its best! Owners thought of every detail!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodations. Close to park entrance. Very clean. French press coffee in room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Millicent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bungalow itself was nice and cozy, desert mid century. I didn't realize there wasn't a TV but it ended up being better that way. We had some wine and sat on the back patio looking out into the desert, looking at the stars. The property is interesting, and if you've never been to a desert town like Joshua Tree it might spook you. I didn't know the history of the retreat property until we got there and read up on it. Some of the buildings are closed but will be really cool if/when they get renovated. The only thing I think could be improved is making sure someone checks the grounds/does more regular upkeep. We went on a walk around 1030 pm, and by the pool there was a woman's hat with freshly picked flowers tucked in the brim, and about 3 feet away was a pair of women's underwear. Kind of felt like a crime scene but hopefully just evidence of someone having a fun night. Also, there is a spot on the property with an older outdoor bookshelf. The books aren't in good condition which is fine, but on the ground next to it there was a discarded, old looking duffel bag with male clothes in it. It looked very weathered like it had been there a while. Again, felt a little spooky but it's Joshua Tree and spooky is part of the vibe. Otherwise we had a great time! lol
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mutsubu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Elyes

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend this property
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kuba

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous! Our 1 bedroom was beautiful. There were wonderful touches to make your stay as comfortable as possible including providing coffee, board games and drinks in the fridge. The property is so unique and an experience unto itself. A yoga retreat from the early 50’s with interesting architecture, art and even vortexes on the property. It made our visit to Joshua Tree that much more magical.

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
top marks
amazing location and venue. we had the perfect 3 night retreat here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024