Read my review. I am honest and thorough…read more Do NOT book your stay here. The photos of the RedWood room are misrepresenting what we walked into. The photos had 2 end tables with lamps on them, The tables and lamps were removed and replaced with cheap short metal tables with no lamps. TV required log-in ID and password that were not provided inadvance nor in any welcome manual. Texting the manager/representative provided that information that was incorrect. We hoped to watch the World Cup USA game on tv but the password they gave out was wrong. They did not indicate that their password (ldy2025) began with a Capital "I" (eye) NOT a lowercase "l" (el). We realized this the next morning, but game was over. Regardless, we couldn't watch TV in the anyway. There was only one large upholstered armchair. The chair was next to the TV and you could move the chair to face the tv but you would be 3-4 feet from the tv screen. I imagine both of us could sit on the edge of the bed. There is a small kitchen in the room with stovetop, sink, microwave and refrigerator, with NO TABLE. There was no desk. The only place to eat your prepared meal is on the bed, the ONE armchair or the flooor. The room was very dark until the neighbor arrived or chose to move their car. Outside one of the 2 windows was a car parked within 2 feet of our window. All activity with that vehicle (coming and going) was heard and seen, car headlights in the window and through the blinds. Ridiculous! The bathroom was horrible with badly repaired holes in the walls, cheap dingy vinyl floors, very small room with a large step up to a platform with the toilet and tub. This was odd and very uncomfortable. We own many properties listed on Airbnb and VRBO with over 20 experience and we know how to provide comfortable housing, to which the guest will want to return. This unfortunately is not one of them.

Cabins conveniently located in the middle of town. They are cozy and you can easily walk into town…read moreas everything is so close. We had the Fir cabin and the parking for this cabin is right behind it, so it was very convenient. They had a fireplace in the room, which made it that much for "cozy cabin" feels. You need to bring your own firewood, but there is a guy in town that sells it. Comfy beds, comfy sofa. I would definitely stay here again.

Everything went well for our little get away weekend trip. The front desk associate was very…read moreaccommodating to our requests outside of the normal check in and check out process. I have no complaints. The room was super nice and I loved everything about the lodge grounds. We will definitely stay here again. Great pricing Bed was comfortable Plenty of towels given Room temp was perfect Quiet area Plenty of parking Vending machines and ice Close to town and the town hall So close to many hiking trails.

Silver Pines Lodge is a beautiful, peaceful retreat tucked into the mountain town of Idyllwild…read more Originally visiting as a MiraCosta College Student Ambassador, I found the property perfectly suited for both individual getaways and large group leadership retreats. The lodge beautifully blends natural scenery with practical amenities. The spacious indoor gathering areas feature rustic, exposed wooden beams and a warm layout with ample seating, which easily hosted our large group for deep discussions and shared meals. Outside, the forested grounds encourage you to slow down and connect. You can unwind by a tranquil stone pond surrounded by lush greenery and cozy wicker seating, or admire the towering pine trees beautifully illuminated in vibrant holiday lights at night. With convenient features like accessible gravel parking for group transport vans, kitchens, and fireplaces, it provides a welcoming space to disconnect from daily routines, build lasting community bonds, and truly recharge.

We stayed at the Idy Bunkhouse for a couple of nights and sincerely enjoyed our stay. On Saturday's…read moreand Sunday's they host guests with a "Breakfast Basket" containing oatmeal , scones , apples and juice boxes -- a sweet gesture for those exploring the Mountain Town. Located right off Hwy 243 , this boutique motel beholds that old-timey cabin feel along with beautiful forrest views from your little back porch. It's cozy and the accommodations provide you with a kitchenette and the essentials any adventurer truly needs. Keep in mind that this is an older property so please be understanding of the room's layout and thin walls. The staff and owner are very friendly making it a memorable experience! We very much look forward to seeing what the future holds for this whimsical lodging. :)

What a cute place to stay at and enjoy nature. I came here for a long weekend and could not have…read morebeen happier. The staff were incredible. I needed help because I locked myself out and they were so sweet and so helpful. Love the location. It's a 5min walk to town and a 5-8min walk to a beautiful hiking trail. I went hiking, did yoga on the balcony, went to a local brewery.

A fine place to stay in Idyllwild. One of the more budget friendly options - especially during a…read moreholiday weekend. Room was fine, could use a good dusting. Bathroom was fine, there was no body wash or shampoo in the shower dispensers. The water does get hot though! The fridge is a small but good size, gets pretty cold, same for the freezer. You're able to "check out" some DVDs from the office, which we opted to do. A nice selection of films. A simple place to rest your head, always felt safe and didn't see any bugs! The beds aren't all that comfortable, so if you struggle with sleep, perhaps this place isn't for you. I would consider coming back.

I think they really need an update, with interior renovations…read more Issues: No working lock on the back door, just the chain, leaking refrigerator, old dirty torn carpet, holes through the walls that need plugging and serious electrical cord danger! My friend stayed in town at another cabin that was new for $20 a night more. Well worth it.

Stayed here with a few friends for a get away and it was so cute! We ended up renting a cabin, and…read moreit was super cute and clean and a great location right next to strawberry creek! Everyone was so friendly here and made our experience even better!

4.5 Stars! (May / Warm 50º - 78ºF)…read moreWhen we arrived, previous guests had a very smokey fire in the room. It was a little difficult for me to get any sleep the first night because of the smoke smell. But airing it out the next day (and a 10mile hike) helped! AS IDYLLWILD STARTER SPOT = 5-stars! If this is your first time to Idyllwild, this is great. Easy to find. Easy to walk to town. Quiet and away from town center. Budget between "cabin" and "hotel" FIRST TIME to Idyllwild. The address is on Hwy 243. Unlike other major roads, it is empty after 8pm - so don't worry that it might be noisy. It's not. On the plus side: If you've never been here, it's very easy to find. But also away from the center of town (but not so far that you can't walk to it) INNKEEPERS & STAFF The innkeepers who greeted us when we arrived and checked us out were very helpful and extremely friendly. There is a small shop for gifts in the lobby area. Some booking services might not have all of the right information. Call the front desk with questions. They are super helpful. PARKING Easy to find and plenty of parking out front ROOMS (Evergreen) We stayed in one of the original (older) rooms. It has been upgraded with new plumbing and a jacuzzi style jet tub alongside the shower. The room is spacious and comfortably fits all of your gear on one side of the room away from the bed. A big hearth in front of the fireplace is perfect for a make-shift table. The drawback to this particular room (Evergreen) is that you are under the stairs to the rooms above. Not terrible, as most people were in by 9pm. But you will hear them creaking up and down when they leave their rooms. You can't hear them in the rooms. There are other rooms that are not connected or under other people's rooms. Clean sheets Clean towels Nice shower (saloon doors on old shower) Separate toilet/tub room. Pillows are a little flat HVAC works well (workers came in to check it while we were there) Fun/Silly books and board games in the room. - Didn't use fireplace - Didn't use television - Just needed a spot to sleep and shower before the next day's adventure. This was perfect +. COMMON SPACES INSIDE; There is a fantastic common space in the main house/lobby. Large long tables for where they used to serve breakfast. (There is no breakfast service: hotel style coffee en suite) The long tables are great for spreading out maps, games, whatever needs a bunch of space outside of your room. OUTSIDE; 1. Back Deck: There's a warm, sunny deck, protected from wind and hwy sounds. Everyone's room opens onto this space. 2. Gazebo: A small 4 seat gazebo is in the southern garden area. With views of the creek area, this is a great spot to take a nice afternoon rest stop. Nice place to sit to read, or sketch, or just close your eyes for a minute and say "I'm NOT asleep". GETTING AROUND: TO TOWN: The inn is a perfect distance from town. About 7-10 minutes to walk, there's a path that leads from the back door of the inn to the edge of town. STRAWBERRY CREEK is what it's all about. Walking this path back and forth to town is FANTASTIC. The path to town might be THE MAIN SELLING POINT OF THE INN. The stairs down to the creek path are a little severe, but the path is VERY easy to walk. Driving to town feels silly = 2 minutes. IDYLLWILD PARK (& Campground) Perimeter Hike (4 miles). Strawberry Creek Inn is a short (2-4 block walk) to the campground. The perimeter trail isn't especially technical (although a little steep in some spots), but it's basically just across the street from the inn.

The Creekstone is a newly renovated boutique hotel and stylish modern slant on a mountain lodge. It…read morefeatures 9 stylishly designed guest suites and is nestled in the serene landscape of historic Idyllwild. The property includes free on-site parking, Yale smart door locks that require a passcode for entry, free WiFi, a complimentary cold brew & kombucha station and a lively social space including gaming amenities like shuffleboard, Jenga and other board games. We enjoyed our 3-day stay in room 201 which included a king bed and a daybed. Seven of the rooms feature stunning electric fireplaces and this room was one of them. Our only complaint was that the Casper mattresses they use in their suites were way too soft. It's important to point out that there's no front desk in this establishment, but we did see staff at check-in and at various times throughout our stay. If we ever visit Idyllwild again, we will be booking another reservation at The Creekstone!

This small hotel is nicely done - it's modern, clean and beautiful. However, the service here was…read moreshockingly inhospitable and unavailable. Within 5 minutes of arriving to our room, someone came to inform us that our son wasn't welcome because children under the age of 12 are prohibited. He also informed us that he would be charging us an additional $50 and that if there were any noise complaints, he would bring them to our attention immediately. First off, nowhere when booking does this hotel specify that children are prohibited. It's not clear unless you go to their policies page that it indicates children are 'discouraged'. Do you know why? Because the walls are paper thin. Our child was silent and asleep by 7:30pm but we could hear everything the adults next door were saying and watching on the TV (at reasonable volumes, mind you). And to top it all off, Google says this IS a kid-friendly hotel. Second, should you need anything, you can't get ahold of anyone. There is no front desk and you don't have any service so you can't call anyone or send a text through their SMS service. So I hope you don't need an extra towel or Kleenex because no one will be available to assist you. Except the guy who magically appears to charge you $50 and then is nowhere to be found. It's really too bad that such a nice hotel has such crappy service and is so unkind to families. They forget that parents are regular people too who enjoy get aways without kids and have plenty of parent friends who they will be informing to skip the Creekstone Inn and stay somewhere else.

We are planning a trip and have stayed here several times over the years. Went to find our lovely…read morered retreat and found it had been homogenized and neutered into The Pinetree Hotel. This used to be such a unique and quaint experience. I loved the cottages and the chickens. It had a woodsy feel and very country. The new owners have ruined it. Made it into a bland monochromatic overpriced blah. It is so ugly and tasteless now. If you want to stay somewhere that looks like you are not in the wilderness, stay here. Shame on them. It is so horrible now. Such a loss.

We enjoyed our stay here we returned for another visit two weeks later. The new owners fixed up the…read morepool and they keep it clean and at 85 degrees. We also enjoyed the sauna and the cold plunge. One small thing that I really appreciate is that they have nice shampoo and conditioner so that you don't have to pack your own. Many hotel products are simply a waste. We can't wait to come back to this beautiful retreat. Also an easy walk to restaurants.

This was a 5 star place all the way around!!…read more This is a family owned business and you can sense the pride and love that they pour into this property. This hotel has 6 stand-alone units on a large piece of mountain property which is mostly secluded, although it is in an Idyllwild "neighborhood". It is also a brisk 15-20 min walk to the downtown area. A little history of this place - all the cabins were originally built in the early 50's and most of the units still have the original decor & fixtures such as toilets, tile, fireplaces, etc. so you might say this is straight mid-century and not mid-century "modern" . Again, this is a family business that was bought by the grandfather back in 1978 and has been run by his son & daughter-in-law with their son helping out. It is also very well maintained. They have a pool on the grounds that is heated to 80 degrees and no, there is no hot tub. This was the second time we've stayed here. The first time was a few years ago and we stayed in "The Cottage in the Woods" which was wonderful because it is "down the gravel road" away from the other units and is very secluded. My girlfriend was drawn to the hammock in the picture and was disappointed to hear that the deer keep eating the hammocks so they are no longer there. This time we stayed in room 5A (roughly $200 a night with taxes & fees) which was a larger room. The way it is set up, there are 5 separate stand alone buildings with the exact same layout - the A and B sides both have their own private deck with chairs so you can sit out and soak up the nature. The A unit is much larger and comes with a brick fireplace (firewood is available for $6 at the office on the honor system and fire starters are free at the office). There is a small kitchen complete with pots, pans, dishes, silverware, glasses, coffee maker, toaster, fridge, etc. The bed is super comfy and there was also an extra double bed just inside the door. We were here in August and it was warm, so we kept the ceiling fan going the whole time. They also had a box fan in the closet and a wall swamp cooler A/C unit which we didn't really use because the noise makes it hard for my girlfriend to sleep. We really love that basically one wall of the room was floor to ceiling windows which really make you feel like you are a part of the forest! I am also glad that they have curtains that cover said windows so you can have privacy when you want it. The B units are much smaller "mother-in-law suites" which connect to the A units with a door (which stays closed & locked if you don't rent both units). The B units don't have a kitchen (but they do have small refrigerators, microwave and coffee makers). They don't have brick fireplaces but, instead have smaller wood burning chimineas. I felt like the larger room was well-worth the extra that we paid but the smaller units were also nice for those on more of a budget. Each room comes with a nice 32" smart TV and DVD player (They loan out DVDs at the office - see my pic of their DVD library). They have good WiFi - we brought our own firestick and were able to have all our channels, playlists & shows, which was nice. We were here for 2 nights which was good but we have realized that it takes one day to rest, shake off the work week and shift into vacation mode. We wish that we had come for 3 nights to really give us a couple days of good vacation energy, instead of one day to adjust & recoup and a couple of half days of true vacation. Again, this was a 5 star lodging experience and I highly recommend Woodland Park Manor for anyone looking to have a really nice mountain vacation!

Amazing place, great location is you want a quiet relaxing time. Will defiantly come back.read more