Starlight Inn Joshua Tree - 29 Palms is near the entrance to Joshua Tree National Park. It offers on-site golfing for active guests and a coffee shop/cafe for relaxation. Free in-room WiFi lets visitors research hiking trails or share adventure photos.
Located in Twentynine Palms, Starlight Inn & Suites Motel 29 Palms Joshua Tree National Park is connected to a shopping center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Joshua Tree National Park and Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. Tortoise Rock Casino is another place to visit that comes recommended. Relax and indulge in the area's hot springs and health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. Visit our Twentynine Palms travel guide
71829 Twentynine Palms Hwy, Twentynine Palms, CA, 92277
What's nearby
Joshua Tree National Park
12 min drive - 8.9 km
Joshua Tree National Park North Entrance
15 min drive - 12.3 km
Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
21 min drive - 24.2 km
Knott Sky Park
2 min drive - 1.5 km
Tortoise Rock Casino
7 min drive - 5.2 km
Getting around
Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP)
68 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
4 min drive
Taco Bell
12 min walk
Starbucks
4 min drive
Circle K
5 min drive
Circle K
4 min drive
About this property
Starlight Inn & Suites Motel 29 Palms Joshua Tree National Park
Motel near Joshua Tree National Park
Located close to Tortoise Rock Casino, Starlight Inn & Suites Motel 29 Palms Joshua Tree National Park provides golfing on site, a firepit, and a coffee shop/cafe. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area.
You'll also find perks like:
Free self parking
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a vending machine, and bicycle tour information
Charcoal grills, coffee/tea in the lobby, and ATM/banking services
Room features
All guestrooms at Starlight Inn & Suites Motel 29 Palms Joshua Tree National Park have thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
Ski shuttle nearby
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
2 bars/lounges
3 restaurants
A coffee shop/cafe
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Boulder Cafe
Nadia's
Vinos Pub
Things to do
Bicycle tours
Golf
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
ATM
Laundry facilities
Vending machine
Virtual front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (on request)
Business services
Business center
Conference center (2,000 square feet of space)
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Firepit
In a national park
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible bathtub
Braille/raised signage
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Visual fire alarm
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
More
2 floors
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Desk
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [71809 Twentynine Palms Hwy Twentynine Palms California 92277]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 11:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Cash deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: USD 400 per person (one-way)
Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 400 (one-way), (up to 10 years old)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, weddings and other events) are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
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Frequently asked questions
Is Starlight Inn & Suites Motel 29 Palms Joshua Tree National Park pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Starlight Inn & Suites Motel 29 Palms Joshua Tree National Park?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Starlight Inn & Suites Motel 29 Palms Joshua Tree National Park?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Does Starlight Inn & Suites Motel 29 Palms Joshua Tree National Park provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 400 per person applies.
Where is Starlight Inn & Suites Motel 29 Palms Joshua Tree National Park located?
Situated near the airport, this motel is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Tortoise Rock Casino and 5.2 mi (8.3 km) from Joshua Tree National Park. Big Morongo Canyon Preserve is 29.3 mi (47.2 km) away.
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Reviews
Starlight Inn & Suites Motel 29 Palms Joshua Tree National Park Reviews
7.4
Good
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8.0
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
8.0
Staff & service
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 734 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 734 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 734 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 734 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 734 reviews
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Reviews
Verified
6/10 Okay
Krista
Jan 6, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
There wasn’t any staff, the guy from the hotel next door checked me in, he was very nice. The website says there are three restaurants on site, there are none. The outside needs a re fresher. There is no shampoo or conditioner. The bed was hard but I like that, most people wouldn’t.
Best Bang for the Buck staying in Twentynine Palms
Haven't found a better deal than the Starlight Inn for our frequent trips to Joshua Tree NP. Have stayed many times before and the Starlight Inn continues to be the best deal for the price than any other place we've stayed at. We require only a clean and safe accommodation and the Starlight Inn fits the bill and is the best priced motel we've found which has us coming back again and again.
Older but well cared for property. Lots of 4x4ers and overlandiers staying here. Convenient to ANZA-Borrego and central to Borrego Springs amenities. Stayed two nights after running trails.
Ed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John
Jan 28, 2024
Great service they gave me early check in I give it a 10 plus
Good value motel. Easy to check in, easy to park, good location near the park entrance and grocery stores. My room was very clean but a little bit shabby - the wallpaper was peeling a bit, the amenity space looked to be under construction, etc. Still, good value for what I needed.
Elizabeth
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Maricela
Jul 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms are old, wall paper felting apart.
Nice staff, safe.
Very nice and only find during Coachella... Booked because it was the only one available even tho we did NOT go to Coachella! Very lucky that it was very NICE and surprisingly close to a lot of places. Market, restaurants, Casino and Joshua National Park!!!
Definitely recommend and would stay again.
RONAN
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Michael
Aug 23, 2023
Liked: Staff & service
Stains on sheets and dirty water came up from the sink drain and clogged the sink. Staff was courteous and the pool area looked nice.
Clean, comfortable and convenient to spending our time in Joshua Tree Park. We appreciated the room’s mini kitchen for making simple meals. Unfortunately the walls are paper thin. The outdoor former “pool” area leaves much to be desired. It would have been nice to share outdoor facilities with the neighbour sister hotel next door.
Janine
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Rebeca
Dec 27, 2023
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Bedding didn't look clean, but manager went & change sheets. She has great attitude👍
Rebeca
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Todd
Jan 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Starlight Inn
Great for the price. Good location. Room had a minifridge and microwave.
Seems it and the Oasis next door are in the midst of renovations. Check in was across the parking lot, in the Oasis.
Only one guy on the frontdesk, not enough for the two hotels, and also fielding calls. Bit of a wait to check in.
Carpet was moderately clean. Wallpaper looked new, but coming apart at the seams. The "Zen Garden" is a filled swiming pool with artificial grass over the dirt. Not a lot zen about that. The patio of the Oasis Inn was filled with beds and furniture. Apparently, Starlight guests can normally go there, but not the pool at the Oasis.
Todd
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Todd
Feb 2, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Road noise
Second stay in two weeks. Good price, and I'd stay again. Main difference is, last time my room was back away from CA-62, and it was quiet. This time, i was in 202, near the highway. Serious road noise, magnified by the 3-4 cm gap (yes, that big!) at the bottom of the door, due to a broken door sweep. The frame and door were a poor fit, as well. Without leaving the fan running on high, it was too loud to sleep.
Toilet had a slow leak from the tank through the bowl, so constant noise from that, too. But the bathroom is far enough away the noise wasn't noticeable from bed.
Bed was fine. Shower was fine. Small refrigerator and microwave. Small in room coffee maker. If a small weak cup is enough, you're fine. Otherwise, short drive to Burger King or longer (mile and a half) to Starbucks.
We used a set of bedding we brought from home. The motel bedding was really old. The bed was clean though. There was still trash on the floor (see picture) that I came across plugging in my charger. This place has no front desk, you have to go to the hotel next door to check in/out or ask for anything. Do not ask for a washcloth or a face towel they don’t do that anymore. I went and bought my own, no biggie. They do not have enough body towels at any given time. They did not replace the bath mat towel that I brought to her either. Door was broken at the bottom (see picture). There something on the ceiling and stains on the lampshades and walls. It does come with a microwave and a mini fridge which was nice, a/c/heater worked just fine. Interacting with the Starlight staff was awful, but the Oasis next door was great, thank you Nadia!
Carson
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Joaquin
May 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Having basic necessities good. Maintenace around and plants was good. The room entry way doesn't have the best secured thresh hold to keep the critters from coming in. The place has no pest control to lay a bug barrier on entry points. I stayed till the next morning. I mentioned the bugs in the room. They sure weren't shocked nor had any concerns if I could have any allergies. Luckly, I don't have but I can't sleep comfortably knowing bugs be roaming the room. The next day I moved to the second floor. felt nice and comfortable. Hours go by up stairs ,just disappointment when using the bathroom. I look down all I see is a cricket moving to my feet. After I look under the bottom sink and see like 3 or more Crickets. All I got was a one hour later checkout.