Idyllwild, CA

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Idyllwild Mountains
Idyllwild Mountains
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BNX6NE The San Jacinto Mountains, California, USA

Where to stay in Idyllwild

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Fern Valley

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

When in Fern Valley, you can plan a visit to Idyllwild Nature Center and Idyllwild Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Fern Valley
Tahquitz Pines Retreat

Tahquitz Pines Retreat

2 out of 5
55251 S. Circle Dr Idyllwild CA
The price is NT$2,919 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
NT$2,919
NT$3,211 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Idyllwild. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,512 reviews)
Staff helpful.

Reviewed on 2026/2/25

Tahquitz Pines Retreat
Idyllwild Inn

Idyllwild Inn

2 out of 5
54300 Village center Dr. Idyllwild CA
Stay at this inn in Idyllwild. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hiking/biking on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (842 reviews)
The room is clean and the staff was friendly. Snacks are also incredibly well priced.

Reviewed on 2026/2/25

Idyllwild Inn
Idyllwild Bunkhouse

Idyllwild Bunkhouse

3 out of 5
25525 Highway 243 Idyllwild CA
The price is NT$3,157 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
NT$3,157
NT$3,473 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Idyllwild. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
The room was extremely quaint, clean and welcoming- we will be back!

Reviewed on 2026/2/22

Idyllwild Bunkhouse
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Always Inn Idyllwild Vacation Cottages

Always Inn Idyllwild Vacation Cottages

3 out of 5
25231 Glen Road Idyllwild CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly cottage in Idyllwild. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies. Popular attractions Idyllwild Nature Center and Idyllwild ...
Always Inn Idyllwild Vacation Cottages
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

4 out of 5
75 Willow Ridge Palm Desert CA
Book a stay at this golf condo in Palm Desert. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,320 reviews)
Check-in was supposed to be 4pm but room was not ready till 5pm so we had to wait around till cleaners where done

Reviewed on 2026/2/25

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages

Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages

3.5 out of 5
9003 Shadow Ridge Road Palm Desert CA
Book a stay at this golf condo in Palm Desert. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,785 reviews)
Staff very service oriented but we had issues daily with shower water pressure, and could not be fixed, which was a real hassle and below expectations (we even changed rooms but no better - pressure from taps and bath good but shower horrible). They could also use another restaurant on property.

Reviewed on 2026/2/26

Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Idyllwild

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 67%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 29%
3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

John

The town of Idyllwild is really a must-see. There are no brand shops and no franchise brands in the town. The support of local brands and employers is great. Safe, quiet and also very green.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

We went when there was a heatwave. It should have been in the 30's and 40's, but it got as warm as 60's. There was hardly any snow (kind of the whole point of the trip). Idyllwild is as nice as always.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love this town so much. It was my first time here and I really enjoyed the atmosphere and how nice everyone was. Really really kind and great people. I loved the stars at night and how quiet it got at night

5/5 - Excellent

Cathy

Love going to Idyllwild for the hiking opportunities, nature, the small town feel with lots of options for shopping and eating and just relaxing. Plus it's an easy 2 hour scenic drive from San Diego.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Cute and quaint little town. Not too far from everything, yet just far enough. Cute shops. Lots of pet friendly options. And the locals are super sweet.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Our family has stayed in Idyllwild many times over the past few decades and we have thoroughly enjoyed ourselves each time. All there are super friendly and it is the perfect epitome of that much needed breath of fresh air away from the big city.

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