Tahquitz Pines Retreat

2.0 star property
Hotel in Idyllwild with seasonal outdoor pool and restaurant

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Reception
King Cabin 4 Guest | Terrace/patio
Executive 3 Bedroom Cabin | Living area
King Cabin 4 Guest
Gazebo

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Explore the area

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55251 S. Circle Dr, Idyllwild, CA, 92549
  • Place, Mount San Jacinto State Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Idyllwild Nature Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

Economy King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Economy 2 Fulls

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Economy King ADA

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

3 Bedroom Cabin

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Mountain view
  • 102 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 Bedroom Cabin With Sofa Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • 37 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Cabin 4 Guest

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Executive King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Mountain view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 20 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Rustic Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Rustic King

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Queen Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive 3 Bedroom Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
  • Mountain view
  • 111 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bridal Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Lower Bridal Exterior

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Lower Bridal Interior

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 37 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Executive Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

3 Bedroom Cottage - Sleeps 10

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Heating
  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

4 Bedroom Cottage - Sleeps 10

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Mountain view
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

3 Bedroom Cottage - Sleeps 8

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 Bedroom Cottage - Poolside 2 Story

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 Bedroom Cottage - Sleeps 4

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 Bedroom Cottage - Sleeps 6

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 Bedroom Cottage - Sleeps 4

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 Bedroom Cottage - 2 Guest

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Idyllwild

Tahquitz Pines Retreat places you steps from San Jacinto Mountains and within a 20-minute stroll of Mount San Jacinto State Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The Peak Bar & Grill is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the gym, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a 24-hour business centre. .Attractions in proximity to this Idyllwild hotel include Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and Palm Canyon.

What's nearby

  • Mount San Jacinto State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Idyllwild Nature Center - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Idyllwild Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 52 min drive - 86.7 km
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 59 min drive - 89.7 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 55 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Center Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Village Market, Deli & Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alpaca Coffee & Tea - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Idyllwild Brewpub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mama's Egg House - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Tahquitz Pines Retreat

Hotel in Idyllwild with seasonal outdoor pool and restaurant
Tahquitz Pines Retreat offers its guests a fitness centre and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. Tahquitz Pines Retreat also features a vending machine, express check-in, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

This Idyllwild hotel is smoke free.

  • 78 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Tahquitz Pines Retreat offers 78 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Peak Bar & Grill
  • The Peak Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Handrails in stairways (107 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (91 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open Saturday - Thursday (8:30 AM - 8:00 PM) and Friday - Friday (8:30 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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, Discover, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 May and close on 01 October.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Tahquitz Pines Retreat?

Tahquitz Pines Retreat offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Tahquitz Pines Retreat?

As of 30 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tahquitz Pines Retreat on 1 Feb 2026 start from AU$145.43, 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 Tahquitz Pines Retreat?

Yep, Tahquitz Pines Retreat has a free self car park.

Does Tahquitz Pines Retreat have a pool?

Tahquitz Pines Retreat has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May 01 to October 01).

What makes Tahquitz Pines Retreat a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Tahquitz Pines Retreat.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tahquitz Pines Retreat?

No, Tahquitz Pines Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Tahquitz Pines Retreat?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Tahquitz Pines Retreat?

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

Tahquitz Pines Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1190 out of 1463 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 1463 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1463 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1463 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1463 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was beautiful, so clean and well maintained! Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harvie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole stay was excellent, clean rooms, well-kept property, beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nyron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A quiet, rustic enclave in Idyllwild.... perfect for solitude and restoration.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay! Enjoyed our room!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved to find this gem. Will be back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
No kleenex, internet intermittent, room was very spacious, clean, and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff we encountered were very friendly and helpful. Kudos to Alexis for ensuring problems we had with the TV were immediately remedied. The beds were comfortable and the rooms spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheyanne

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yamillet

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Odalys

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Canunpa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful propertty and luxurious cabins. Safe and peaceful setting with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and clean and comfortable room. Very convenient location and walkable to shopping and dining.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robbi, Ramona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn’t get a cabin this time, but the room was nice. With a dog however the foot traffic is quite loud. Our dog had some trouble but the facility itself is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful private cabin on the beautiful grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and really nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There should be signs with room numbers. We arrived in the rain and could not find our room driving around in the rain.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved it here. I would recommend this stay to anyone; there is much to do at the camp. The staff was extremely nice and super helpful. Easy check-in and late check-out were also convenient. Rooms were extremely clean. I enjoyed all the other amenities this place offered. I will definitely be back when I come to visit Idyllwild.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pickleball courts were a big hit. The grounds are spacious, clean, and filled with beautiful trees. The staff were friendly and helpful. My bed was comfortable and the room very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

victoria

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025