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Mojave Sands

62121 29 Palms Highway, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
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Los Angeles, California
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

My boyfriend booked a night here last year, and while overdue, it occurred to me to that I needed to rave about this place. It's just off of the main road, but once you get through the main gates you feel wonderfully isolated from the rest of the world. We booked a standard room, which came with a no-fills yet... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2012

My wife and I stayed here for one night of our honeymoon when we visited the Joshua Tree National Park this September and we couldn't have had a lovlier time. We stayed in room number 5 and were instantly impressed. The design and style were just perfect for our tastes and the vintage typewriter, turntable and ecelectic collection of books... More

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Encinitas, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2012

If you are looking for a place to stay that has a special FEEL created by soft lighting, artwork, and a record player with a "tube amplifier" along with an array of diverse vinyl the Mojave Sands could be a real find as it was for my wife and me. It doesn't have cookie cutter motel rooms, a lobby, pool... More

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012

You either 'get it' or you don't (and it appears most people do.) All the stuff you've already read about is great -- the eucalyptus steam shower (life saving), the records, the brilliant design etc., etc. But the genius is the way it all adds up. If you want to be fussed over then stay at a hotel. If you... More

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Los Angeles, California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012

My husband and I recently stayed 2 nights during a weekendat one of the two suites, #1, for $300/night. Pros: the property itself is gorgeous. Beautiful landscapes and architecture. Owner and his wonderful dogs are friendly. The room is very spacious. The bed is very comfy. The steam shower is a wonderful touch. The bad: 1. our room is AT... More

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Los Angeles
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012 via mobile

We stayed in a delux suite room for two nights. Good: The room is big. The bathroom has a steam shower. The hotel looks cool for a momen until you look into details. Bad: No one works in the hotel for 24/7 (no front desk or house keepers). They won't show up and provide services unless you request it. There... More

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Tempe, Arizona
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

We wanted something different and quiet after attending the music festival. We had the end suite with the kitchen and outdoor shower. As stated by others the room was a mix of industrial and vintage. The bed was very comfortable but don't count on sleeping in. A couple of the windows in the bedroom had coverings to filter the light... More

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Santa Monica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

This is Joshua Tree and the five stars are for the service, design, and comfort of this establishment relative to everything else in the area. Blake, the proprietor is a visionary. The Mojave Sands is the physical manifestation of his ideas and concepts in design down to the most minute details. If you ever find yourself in Joshua Tree you... More

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Los Angeles, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

If you're planning on exploring the breathtaking natural landscape that is Joshua Tree National Park, treat yourself to some post-hiking R&R at Mojave Sands. The place actually mimics nearby J-Tree in having so many unique vintage finds, zen touches and an utterly relaxing atmosphere. The steam showers in the room are unreal, especially after a day in the hot sun.... More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2012

The Mojave Sands was a truly lovely experience more like staying in an eclectic friend's guest house than a hotel. The owner, Blake, has spent the last 9 years renovating the 5 rooms with such artistic and regional architectural touches (large overhangs on the private porches, intense steam showers, small water fountains, little nooks & crannies filled with bizarre flea... More

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Additional Information about Mojave Sands

Also Known As:
Mojave Sands Hotel Joshua Tree
Mojave Sands Hotel
Address: 62121 29 Palms Highway, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
Region: United States > California > California Desert > Joshua Tree
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Pets Allowed Suites
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 5 B&Bs / Inns in Joshua Tree
Price range (per night): $153 - $332
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Mojave Sands is a 1940's motel that was acquired in December of 2002. It was slowly taken apart and reconstructed by hand. All of the doors, windows, beds, furniture, and hardware was created either on-site, or by local crafts people. It now has 2 large suites and 3 nice, comfortable single rooms with queen beds. There will soon be a large kitchen and dining area in a house directly behind the motel, with catered meals available for guests. We are pet friendly, right in the middle of town, and only minutes away from Joshua Tree National Park. The motel will be 100% solar within the next few months. We used reclaimed wood & materials wherever possible (insulation, wooden walls, furniture, etc). There will also soon be a pool, spa, and outdoor BBQ area.The Mojave Sands was built to provide a peaceful escape from the hectic pace of modern life, a place where one can come to recharge the creative batteries and enjoy the unique beauty of Joshua Tree. ... more   less 

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