When is the best time to go to Joshua Tree Highlands?

The best time to visit Joshua Tree Highlands is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (October to November) months. These periods offer the most pleasant weather for exploring the area. During spring, temperatures typically range from 20°C to 29°C during the day, cooling down to 7°C to 16°C at night. This is also when the desert wildflowers are in bloom, adding an extra layer of beauty to the landscape. Autumn temperatures are similar, providing comfortable conditions for hiking and outdoor activities without the extreme heat of summer. For those who enjoy hiking and rock climbing, the mild temperatures of spring and autumn are ideal. The cooler mornings and evenings make extended time outdoors much more enjoyable. You'll find the trails less strenuous and the climbing conditions more comfortable than in the hotter months. Winter (December to February) can also be a good option for visitors who prefer cooler temperatures, with daytime highs around 15°C to 20°C. However, nights can drop to below freezing, and there's a slight chance of snow, which can be beautiful but might affect road conditions in some parts of the park.

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10 Best Hotels in Joshua Tree Highlands, Joshua Tree for 2026

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A modern interior with a large fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of mountains through large windows.

1. AutoCamp Joshua Tree

4.5 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Andrea

CA $273 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A clear blue pool with visible lane markings.

2. High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park

4.3 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Riggs

CA $85 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area with a coffee machine, and a counter with a cash register.

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Yucca Val/Joshua Tree Nat Pk Area

10.3 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Deb

CA $99 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a flagpole.

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Twentynine Palms by IHG

21.6 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Kristen

CA $227 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern interior with yellow chairs, a central table, and unique yellow ceiling lights.

5. Spark by Hilton Yucca Valley Joshua Tree

11.3 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Guadalupe

CA $219 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A person relaxing in a bathtub with a view of a desert landscape through a window.

6. Sacred Sands

2.2 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Katy

CA $551 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

7. Field Station Joshua Tree

14.5 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Derek

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A lobby with a reception desk, a blue sofa, a brown leather chair, and a small table.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites Twentynine Palms-Joshua Tree National Park

20.1 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Melissa

CA $269 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A desert landscape with a modern building, desert plants, and several wooden chairs.

9. The Bungalows by Homestead Modern at The Joshua Tree Retreat Center

6.4 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Dean

CA $409 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A room with a large bathtub, a seating area, and a small table.

10. Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Joshua Tree National Park

11.7 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Sarah

CA $124 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

11. Aqua Soleil Hotel & Mineral Water Spa

24.6 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Annette

CA $120 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A residential area with palm trees, a clear sky, and a sunset.

12. El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park

23.3 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Jackie

CA $124 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

13. Motel 6 Twentynine Palms, CA

21.7 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Kai

CA $67 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A person sitting by a campfire in front of a tent under a starry night sky.

14. 28 Palms Ranch

16.2 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Leslie Ann

CA $308 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a mountain in the background.

15. Miracle Springs Resort & Spa

22.6 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

nathan

CA $88 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A hammock between two wooden poles, a large rock, and a tree in a desert setting.

16. Pioneertown Motel

18.1 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Anne

CA $337 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and mountain views.

17. RELAX HOTEL AND SPA

22.7 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Tevita

CA $128 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A patio with a fire feature, a cactus, and a view of a desert landscape with mountains.

18. RESET Hotel Joshua Tree National Park, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

23.3 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

Marcus

CA $370 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a round wooden coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

19. @ Marbella Lane - The Wine Mine Desert Escape

1.7 km from Joshua Tree Highlands

CA $472 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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Where to stay in Joshua Tree Highlands

Find the best Joshua Tree Highlands areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Monument Manor

While Monument Manor isn't home to many top sights, Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance and World Famous Crochet Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

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A desert landscape with Joshua trees, a clear sky, and distant mountains.

Panorama Heights

While there might not be top attractions in Panorama Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Joshua Tree National Park West Entrance and Joshua Tree Community Center.

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A green building labeled "World Famous Crochet Museum" with a large window and an air conditioning unit.

Downtown Joshua Tree

While visiting Downtown Joshua Tree, you might make a stop by sights like World Famous Crochet Museum and Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market.

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Hidden River

While Hidden River might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Noah Purifoy Foundation and Noah Purifoy's Outdoor sculpture Museum.

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Sunfair Heights

Nestled in the Mojave Desert, this unincorporated community offers proximity to Joshua Tree National Park. Explore nearby Coyote Lake and Panorama Heights, or travel along State Route 62 for easy access to surrounding areas.

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Top Joshua Tree Highlands Hotel Reviews

Acres Landing

8/10 Good

"The front staff could have been more lively and attentive. The cleaning staff were friendly and helpful when items were needed. The grounds that included the pool and fire pit area were very clean and inviting. The streamliner was clean although we had an issue with getting hot water. Throughout the stay there was only warm water and no not water at all."

Field Station Joshua Tree

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay we loved hlw spacious the rooms were. Òur room could have fit 10 people in it and we had a huge size patio too. We enjoyed the spa and location was great too. The only thing we thought was kind of weird was that staff had to give us ice each day- but mayne that’s bc it’s a very hot area. Other than that I would def come back!"

Azure Palm Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean environment, friendly staff, beautiful facility. We loved our stay here , we got the room with pool inside and it was wonderful. So beautiful & so relaxing. As well as the pools outside , they’re clean and perfect temperature. We also ate breakfast at the cafe and loved it will definitely be coming back regularly ."

The Bungalows by Homestead Modern at The Joshua Tree Retreat Center

8/10 Good

"Loved the bungalow- great location, great layout, very clean and comfortable. We did not have an opportunity to use the amenities on the property like the pool and the restaurant was temporarily closed which we did not know in advance. No staff on site but all communication about check in received in advance was very clear and check in process online was easy, which was the one complaint I had read about in previous reviews. It is expensive, but I would recommend it as really enjoyed the bungalow itself and location to Joshua Tree National Park."

RESET Hotel Joshua Tree National Park, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed the patio views, and the pristine, minimal, and functional interior. The coffee was good according to my partner. I was sad to find no tea and it was difficult to get over my partner and out of bed for late night bathroom runs. I managed to use the exposed bed frame to inch my way along the wall. However, that balancing act was difficult in the dark. In general not for seniors unless they are agile."

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Our top choices for Joshua Tree Highlands hotels

1. AutoCamp Joshua Tree

2. High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Yucca Val/Joshua Tree Nat Pk Area

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Twentynine Palms by IHG

5. Spark by Hilton Yucca Valley Joshua Tree

6. Sacred Sands

7. Field Station Joshua Tree

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites Twentynine Palms-Joshua Tree National Park

9. The Bungalows by Homestead Modern at The Joshua Tree Retreat Center

10. Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Joshua Tree National Park

11. Aqua Soleil Hotel & Mineral Water Spa

12. El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park

13. Motel 6 Twentynine Palms, CA

14. 28 Palms Ranch

15. Miracle Springs Resort & Spa

16. Pioneertown Motel

17. RELAX HOTEL AND SPA

18. RESET Hotel Joshua Tree National Park, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

19. @ Marbella Lane - The Wine Mine Desert Escape

Where to stay in Joshua Tree Highlands

Monument Manor

Panorama Heights

Downtown Joshua Tree

Hidden River

Sunfair Heights

Top Joshua Tree Highlands Hotel Reviews

Acres Landing

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