Idyllwild, CA

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Male senior hiker wearing a backpack and carrying a camera on the trail through Mount San Jacinto State Park in Idyllwild, California
Male senior hiker wearing a backpack and carrying a camera on the trail through Mount San Jacinto State Park in Idyllwild, California
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BNX6NE The San Jacinto Mountains, California, USA
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Where to stay in Idyllwild

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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.

Fern Valley
Tahquitz Pines Retreat

Tahquitz Pines Retreat

2 out of 5
55251 S. Circle Dr Idyllwild CA
The price is SAR 349 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
SAR 349
SAR 384 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
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! (1,471 reviews)
Very happy with the stay

Reviewed on 4 February 2026

Tahquitz Pines Retreat
Idyllwild Inn

Idyllwild Inn

2 out of 5
54300 Village center Dr. 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! (817 reviews)
Absolutely fabulous stay. Location in the heart of Idyllwild. Great cabin - 14 is a double. Our cabin had a great porch with a picnic table for wine or coffee, a fireplace, a living room with a pull out sofa that has a super comfy memory foam mattress, a kitchenetter with sink/fridge/microwave and ...

Reviewed on 3 February 2026

Idyllwild Inn
Silver Pines Lodge

Silver Pines Lodge

2 out of 5
25955 Cedar St Idyllwild CA
The price is SAR 344 per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
SAR 344
SAR 379 total
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Idyllwild. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (205 reviews)
Beautiful property. Friendly and professional staff. Nice location, just off the center of town, nestled near a beautiful creek with trail. Room needs a little TLC, but cozy. Walls were thin, noisy neighbors first night. Short walking distance to shopping and restaurants and nearby trails.

Reviewed on 2 February 2026

Silver Pines Lodge
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.
Secluded mystical cabin in Idyllwild-Pine Cove

Secluded mystical cabin in Idyllwild-Pine Cove

Idyllwild-Pine Cove CA
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (18 reviews)
Really cool cabin with unique styling. Loved the welcome snacks! Cocoa and s’mores was the icing on the cake to give the place a homey vibe. And it’s great to feel so remote but have only a 10 min drive to the quaint downtown area.

Reviewed on 7 January 2026

Secluded mystical cabin in Idyllwild-Pine Cove
Always Inn Idyllwild Vacation Cottages

Always Inn Idyllwild Vacation Cottages

3 out of 5
25231 Glen Road Idyllwild CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly cottage in Idyllwild. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies. Popular attractions Idyllwild Nature Center and Idyllwild ...
6.8/10 (11 reviews)
Great property, well kept, great for extended vacations

Reviewed on 13 March 2022

Always Inn Idyllwild Vacation Cottages
Indian Heaven Treehouse-Nightly Shooting Stars, Miles of Balconies & Rock Views

Indian Heaven Treehouse-Nightly Shooting Stars, Miles of Balconies & Rock Views

Idyllwild CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Idyllwild. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (273 reviews)
Nice house in mountain, gazebo was fun. Tons to do

Reviewed on 23 January 2026

Indian Heaven Treehouse-Nightly Shooting Stars, Miles of Balconies & Rock Views
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.

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Reviews of Idyllwild

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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4 - Good 29%
3 - Okay
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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.

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.