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    4.1 (66 reviews)
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    Lots of rabbits at Tahquitz pines retreat
    Richard L.

    I was invited to a wedding at this venue and I booked a room here for three nights. I had room 61. The room had a great view of pine trees and oak trees. In the early morning there were lots of squirrels, rabbits and chipmunks running around. The room is nice. A big kitchen, dining table and living room space. The bedroom had a king size bed, a walk-in closet with extra towels and bathroom with a shower. The complex has everything you need. Basketball court, volleyball courts, pickleball courts, a pool, a chapel and a bar/ restaurant. The grounds are beautiful. There is parking everywhere and golf carts are available. The front desk is helpful. The town of Idyllwild is a couple of miles away. I liked the red Kettle for breakfast. I heard there was a lake nearby but I did not have the extra time. Try this place for sure.

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    Maria D.

    Second time here and we love love love it here! So dog friendly; staff is so welcoming and kind. Only thing is I wish there was more trash cans to dispose of dog waste but we love it here so much and will be back soon!!

    Obsessed with this cabin resort!!!
    Cheryl G.

    Rarely are my expectations exceeded... But this quaint cabin resort in Idyllwild has done it! We initially saw the resort on booking.com but went to the website and chose to book there because you can actually pick exactly which cabin you stay in. My fiancé surprised me with an overnight after we hiked Tahquitz Peak yesterday. We stayed in cabin number 12, which was a little duplex cabin. Our patio faced out to the woods and we could hear birds and crickets and see gigantic squirrels running all around. This resort looks like it was recently upgraded. The flooring looks brand new, everything is freshly painted, and I think the patios were all recently rebuilt. Possibly this year even! The only thing that did not look updated was the actual shower in the bathroom. It was not in bad shape, though, just didn't look as spiffy as the rest of our cabin. The interior of the cabin smelled like fresh cut wood. We absolutely loved it! The grounds on this resort are immaculate. It looks like somebody is out there daily picking every stray blade of grass. I love the variety of trees, and there was a lot of lavender blooming along the walkways. It smells wonderful and the sounds of the crickets in the evening and the way it is dramatically lit made it such a nice atmosphere. I took pictures of a few of the cabins as well as the interior of our cabin. Disclaimer, the cabins aren't exactly set up to photograph very well. Not that that matters you want a nice place to stay. But believe me when I tell you that it is much nicer on the interior of the cabin and then the photos on the website look or the photos that I took. There is a little restaurant on the grounds that we planned to go to, but by the time we got hungry last night at about 7:30 PM it was already closed. So that is something to think about if you are staying there. Normally we eat earlier, but after our big hike, we went and got some coffee and a little cake at a local place the person at reception recommended to us (Pure Bean if you're into that kind of thing- it was outstanding) and then had some decompressing time before we were ready for dinner. The only constructive criticism I would offer to the resort is that when checking in be mindful of giving the code to the room. My fiancé was very aware that the room number and code to the room was stated loudly and there were other people also waiting to check in. Just for security reasons. Nothing bad happened and we will 100% stay here again! Also, my fiancé's name is Ashley, he's a man. Named after Ashley Wilkes from Gone With The Wind. The girl at reception really could not wrap her brain around the fact that he was Ashley. She kept calling him Trevor and she was asking him to have Ashley come sign in. Not sure where she came up with his name being Trevor, but this is something that happens somewhat frequently so not the end of the world.

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    Ashley M.

    This retreat is a great option if you're looking to stay near Idyllwild. The property is tucked away enough to feel private but still just minutes from the main street and restaurants. The landscaping is beautiful, the rooms are clean and modern with a rustic feel, and the bed was extremely comfortable. I slept great. I'd definitely stay here again. Highlights: + Beautiful grounds and lots of parking + Clean, well-kept rooms with new furniture + Comfortable bed and overall relaxing atmosphere Areas to Improve: - At check-in, my room number and door code were read aloud in front of another guest, which felt like a serious lapse in privacy and safety. - Hot water and internet were inconsistent, and at one point the toilet water shut off for about 15 minutes. Overall, the comfort and location outweighed the minor frustrations. With a few operational tweaks, this place could easily be five stars.

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    Tito R.

    First time coming to Idyllwild and this cabin is amazing! Love the property it has everything! Gym, chapel, restaurant, rec room, pool, park, fire pits!!! Great place for family's and friends to visit this beautiful community.

    Anthony P.

    High in the idyllwild mountains is great resort. Nice room and amenities. Beautiful scenery, fresh air, great restaurant. It's a great place to relax and walk the local shops. We were here for a couple days for a family wedding but made it into a nice little vacation. The staff is very professional and rooms are really nice.

    Air hockey

    The AC is too loud!!! I spent $300+ for a 2-room suite on Xmas eve 2025 for family of 4, and our experience wasn't so good. The AC unit was too loud, and the hinge of the bathroom door was loose so the door couldn't be closed. The 2 front desk staff were impatient, which might be understandable because it was Xmas eve. The equipments in the gym and recreation center are broken or obsolete (please see the photos). Overall, this business has done one thing very well: the location with beautiful views; Otherwise I doubt people will be happy to stay there. (The manager's comment on my original post was rather sarcastic, which only makes the business look bad)

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    Karen A.

    There was a large group of us staying for the weekend, celebrating 3 of us who were turning 70. We had a great time at the pool, and the firepits were large enough to accommodate us. The people in the office were very friendly. I enjoyed the patios, and the atmosphere was so relaxing! Why only four stars? I was in a two-bedroom (which sleeps 6). The unit had 2 coffee cups with only a 4-cup coffee maker, no silverware, and no plates. There wasn't a set of sheets for the pull-out couch. And we couldn't figure out the a/c with its weird controller. My other family members had silverware, knives, plates, cups, the works in their places. So, because I only paid for a 2-bedroom and not a 3-bedroom, I'm not allowed the basics? There is nothing on the website that I could find that tells us we won't be given these. (The website could be more user-friendly.) I knew it was a kitchenette with no stove, but how am I supposed to use the microwave with none of the basics? When I went to the office, they gave me metal plates and plastic silverware, but no spoons! Can't put those plates in the microwave! But I was happy to be given something. I guess I felt like a second-class citizen when everyone else was talking about their full kitchen, etc. We did enjoy the restaurant, but were told after we had eaten there, that we were supposed to get a free drink and salad bar with our entrées. Why weren't we given the tickets for that when we checked in? One last thing-when I made my reservation and paid the down payment, I got an email saying "Your reservation has been received and is pending confirmation. You will be notified once your reservation is confirmed." But I never got a confirmation! I had to call to make sure I had a cabin for the weekend. What I am writing is more about what can be done to improve a guest's stay. I still had a good time!

    Bill S.

    The Mrs. and I spent one night at the Tahquitz Pines Retreat and we already miss the place. We've stayed at other places in Idyllwild but Tahquitz Pines Retreat is by far the nicest place we've stayed. The Tahquitz Pines Retreat started it's life back in 1931 as a religious retreat. COVID hit and basically decimated the place and then in 2022 a local developer bought the property and turned it into the piece of paradise it is today. The property consists of 79 original structures. Each of which were painstakingly remodeled and upgraded with modern amenities. We arrived around 1p.m. on Saturday, August 24 for a one night stay. The website says check in is at 3 or later but the registration staff didn't even bring it up. It took us about 10 minutes to check in, get our door code, and we were on our way. We were assigned Forest Room number 37 which is a second floor room located in the southern most building of the retreat. The room was very spacious and had a king sized bed. The decor was minimal but comfortable. The room had a desk, two nightstands, a dresser, tv, and most surprisingly....carpet. The toilet and shower are in separate closets. I found the shower to be surprisingly spacious. The bathroom vanity is located across from toilet. There is a small outdoor seating area in front of the room. The bed was very comfortable. My only complaint was that the pillows were very small. During the night our room got kind of warm and working the thermostat was a bit of a challenge but we figured it out. The walls are pretty thin so if you're a light that might be an issue. The Peak Restaurant and Bar is located on the property and is open to the public. We stopped in for an appetizer and a few drinks and then a few small bites later in the evening. I don't want to do a full review until I actually have a full meal at The Peak. What I will say is that service was excellent and the Pit Master Wings were INCREDIBLE. The wings are smoked for four hours and then tossed in an Alabama white BBQ sauce. Ranch dressing isn't necessary. The Tahquitz Pines Retreat doesn't charge a resort fee which is surprising considering the amenities that are available. The Wifi was solid and parking was amble.

    Economy king
    Jelly B.

    My husband and I needed some time alone away from the busyness and craziness of Los Angeles so we decided to come to Idyllwild. We heard great things about this city and it is the perfect place to go to if you love to be surrounded by one of God's biggest creations: mountains and huge pine trees. I booked Tahquitz Pines Retreat for one night on Hotels.com because it looked so beautiful in the pictures and they have great reviews. I booked their economy king and was assigned room 24. The front desk people were friendly. This room was beautiful! One of the most beautiful rooms we've ever stayed in and the price point was reasonable. It's modern yet still woodsy and I love the way they made it look bigger than it really is! The room had a nice table and chairs for 2, a small couch, mini fridge, microwave and a nice king size bed. It also had a tv on the wall hooked up with apps including YouTube! Everything was perfect until our power went out the next day. It was out for almost an hour and I did call guest services twice and they assured me they were going to fix it and they did but I wish this didn't happen at all. Good thing is that it was only a few hours away from check out time when it happened. Anyway, the whole place is huge, you can definitely get your steps in walking around the property. They also have their own restaurant on site which we ate at twice. (I'll review the restaurant separately) I wish their pool was open, I believe their pool opens in May. We would definitely come back here soon, enjoy their amenities and we'll be taking our son with us next time!

    Pool
    Doreen T.

    It was our very 1st visit to Idyllwild and my only requirement was a pet friendly hotel. Let's just say my pooch was more than happy here. Our cabin had a front patio, small dining area, comfy full size bed, AC, many drawers for storage, a small fridge and a microwave. It was perfect for our 2 nights stay for a peaceful and quiet July 4th weekend. We were able to relax by the pool, got a great workout at the pickleball court, there was also live music at the restaurant at night. Will definitely bring some smores ingredients to enjoy the fire pits even more next visit. The Idyllwild town is only about 5 mins drive away, and there are many hiking trails nearby. This is a great home away from home and we highly recommend it! We are already planning our next getaway.

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    4.1(160 reviews)
    10.2 mi

    Last night at the Village fest was quite quiet. It has been a heat wave happening in the desert so…read morepeople are staying inside. Majority of the vendors that are regulars didn't have anything set up last night. I was hoping to pick up some houseplants but the vendor wasn't there. Guess with the heat, it's not good for the plants to be out. Rightfully with that. But it did seem like the food area did have more vendors compared to what I've seen before. Usually walking along the strip, it tends to be packed with vendors and shoppers but the past few weeks, not so many. Summer tends to be quiet as people do leave town. The snowbirds going back to Canada. Even restaurants close for the summer season. Same with the vendors here, some comes every other week while there's still the regulars that comes every week. Small local vendors trying to get their product out there. They have the locals vendors that I frequent for my baked goods and sweets. It's a nice little shopping and food area that's great for a Thursday night. Restaurant and shops do open a little later for the event. It was quite hot last night so a lot of vendors weren't out. But once it starts to cool down again, it'll get busier.

    Enjoy most of the food vendors. Bought some great cinnamon rolls, candied pecans and Peruvian…read morecookies. The man working the ice cream truck reminded me of a Mexican Big Perm from the movie Friday. He was so sassy and couldn't be bothered.

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    Villagefest - Welcome to the Palm Springs Villagefest. #Nightstreetfestival #Thursdays

    Welcome to the Palm Springs Villagefest. #Nightstreetfestival #Thursdays

    Villagefest - The Palm Canyon Drive. #CatWalkBegins #ThursdayFestival

    The Palm Canyon Drive. #CatWalkBegins #ThursdayFestival

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