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.
Idyllwild, CA
Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Idyllwild
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.
Tahquitz Pines Retreat
55251 S. Circle Dr, Idyllwild, CA
The price is ￥11,146 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
￥11,146
￥12,261 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,225 reviews)
"Nice peaceful and"
Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025
Idyllwild Inn
54300 Village center Dr., PO BOX 43, 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! (716 reviews)
"Great staff and very knowledgeable"
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025
Palm Mountain Resort and Spa
155 S Belardo Road, Palm Springs, CA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Palm Springs. Enjoy a fitness center, onsite spa services, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,370 reviews)
"Good"
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025
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
25231 Glen Road, Idyllwild, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly cottage in Idyllwild. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies. Popular attractions Idyllwild Nature Center and Idyllwild ...
6.6/10 (10 reviews)
"Great property, well kept, great for extended vacations"
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2022
Charming Fox Cottage w/ Wood Burning Fireplace
Idyllwild-Pine Cove
Stay at this cottage in Idyllwild. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Idyllwild Nature Center and Idyllwild Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
"A perfectly quaint and well-appointed cabin for our weekend of hiking and relaxing. We appreciated all the thoughtful touches, the fenced back yard, and the comfy bed."
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025
Secluded mystical cabin in Idyllwild-Pine Cove
Idyllwild-Pine Cove
Stay at this cabin in Idyllwild. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Idyllwild Nature Center and Idyllwild Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Lots of wildlife, very rustic cabin experience"
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
Idyllwild Nature Center
4/5(1 review)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Idyllwild Nature Center during your travels in Idyllwild. Discover the mountain views and shops in this romantic area.
Idyllwild Park
4/5(1 review)
Enjoy the desert landscapes and explore Idyllwild Park, a lovely green space in Idyllwild. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Palm Springs Architecture Tour – Self-Guided Drive
￥2,489
per traveler
94% of travellers recommend
Joshua Tree Open Air Hummer Adventure
￥26,220
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Restorative Soundbath in Palm Springs
￥8,056
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Legends & Icons Tour of Palm Springs
￥19,162
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Palm Springs Windmill Tours
￥8,843
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Idyllwild
4.6
Top Destination
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.
- Joshua Tree National Park
- Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
- Anza Borrego Desert State Park
- Wilson Creek Winery
- Indian Canyon
- Sea Mountain Resort Nude Spa
- Palm Springs Air Museum
- Palm Springs Art Museum
- Ponte Winery
- Desert Hills Premium Outlets
- Cabazon Outlets
- Mount San Jacinto State Park
- Tahquitz Canyon
- Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
- Lake Perris
- Big League Dreams Sports Park
- San Jacinto Mountains
