Tahquitz Pines Retreat

2.0 star property
Travelers find mountain bliss at this retreat where they can lounge by a seasonal outdoor pool or challenge friends to billiards matches

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Tahquitz Pines Retreat offers a mountain escape with a firepit and The Peak Bar & Grill on-site. Guests enjoy the seasonal pool, billiards table, and in-room WiFi. Visitors often praise the helpful staff and stunning mountain setting.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb

Room options

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Economy King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 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
Jetted bath
  • 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
Private bathroom
  • 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
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 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
Pillow-top bed
  • 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
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About the area

Located in Idyllwild, Tahquitz Pines Retreat is in the mountains. McCallum Adobe and Forever Marilyn are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Cameron Center Shopping Center and Plaza de las Flores Shopping Center. Idyllwild Nature Center and Camelot Park Family Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like mountain biking, rock climbing and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Idyllwild travel guide
Map
55251 S. Circle Dr, Idyllwild, CA, 92549

What's nearby

  • Mount San Jacinto State Park showing tranquil scenes
    Mount San Jacinto State Park
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Tahquitz Rock
    Idyllwild Park
    4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • About time landscape architects designed some structure for the desert... Note: in German we call these Schwiegermutterstühle - mother in law's chairs.
    Palm Springs Convention Center
    52 min drive - 86.7 km
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway featuring landscape views, mountains and a sunset
    Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
    59 min drive - 89.7 km
  • Idyllwild Nature Center
    3 min drive - 3.0 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 the mountains
At Tahquitz Pines Retreat, you can look forward to a firepit, a bar and a gym. Be sure to enjoy a meal at The Peak Bar & Grill, the on-site restaurant. In addition to a 24-hour business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and a vending machine
  • A billiards/pool table, a banquet hall and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 78 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Microwaves, heating and housekeeping

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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 stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from 01 May to 01 October
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does Tahquitz Pines Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

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

As of 3 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tahquitz Pines Retreat on 4 Feb 2026 start from NZ$170.24, 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 Tahquitz Pines Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tahquitz Pines Retreat?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tahquitz Pines Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tahquitz Pines Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tahquitz Pines Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of San Jacinto Mountains and Mount San Jacinto State Park. Idyllwild Nature Center and Idyllwild Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Tahquitz Pines Retreat Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1195 out of 1468 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 1468 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1468 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1468 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1468 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff, amenities were great!! Very dog friendly great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay with pets.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimmy Kriska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly professional staff, relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Loved how dog friendly everything was. Looking forward to coming back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute spot to stay and so close to all the shops
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff, great amenities, close to downtown, and pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, good restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

AIMEE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place! The staff at check-in was so friendly! We will definitely come back next winter!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best room my wife and I have stayed in. Super clean, friendliest staff and tub was amazing. Will definitely stay there again. Thanks Tahquitz
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay. Everything was beautiful and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Avonnee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grounds were clean and staff was helpful and prompt to request. I would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, amazing staff, & clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice cabin and amazing grounds that are beautifully landscaped
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely nice and helpful. The property is amazing with the activities to the landscaping. We will definitely be back !!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the staff are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place with great customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rosie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. Room was nice. Only stayed one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is new, location is great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora

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

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I were pleasantly surprised by how neat this place is. Loved the cabin we stayed in. Everything was clean and had everything we needed. Staff was very friendly. The place had a lot of amenities. Perfect place for family vacations and perfect for special events.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself is amazing. Staff is nice and accommodating. Everything was great and we enjoyed our stay. Hope to be back soon!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jeannie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect! The room we stayed in was absolutely perfect! Very new and staff was amazing. Loved the peak restaurant. Everything was wonderful! I can’t wait to go again and stay in the little gem up in Idlewild. Thank you for the great memories and fantastic experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026