My husband and I came here to celebrate our anniversary. It was an amazing stay. We enjoyed the delicious breakfast (very filling) and loved how unique our room was. We stayed in the 420 room and it definitely gave serious stoner vibes! We lucked out and it snowed while we were there which was breathtakingly beautiful to witness. HIGHLY recommend coming here because we will definitely be back! read more

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Unique treasure. Every little detail is stunning and so is the nature that surrounds it. read more

Hicksville Pines - Hotels Near Me - Idyllwild, California

I planned a birthday trip for my boyfriend at the end of March and we stayed in the Haunted Mansion Suite. We stayed only one night at Hicksville and O.M.G. My new favorite spot to stay! We actually already planned another stay (this time for 3 days!) for my birthday at the end of April because we enjoyed our time so much. We got a tour of the property when we checked in, as well as a little gift *wink wink* Breakfast in the morning was so cute and perfect start to the day. Beautiful views and the shared spaces were peaceful and clean. The innkeeper was very knowledgeable and easy to reach when we needed help with anything. I can't emphasize enough just how awesome this place is, you'll just have to experience it for yourself. All in all, this is the place to be. The price is more than worth it. A one night stay is doable, but if want to really do this place justice and experience Hicksville to its fullest, I recommend multiple nights. If you are debating if this is the stay for you, trust me, it is. read more

Great place! We stayed twice and will go there again, because each room in this hotel is a separate universe:) I really like the attention to detail, vintage interior items and the attentiveness of the staff to everything that happens. The surroundings are clean, as are the rooms, simple but delicious breakfasts (thanks for the waffles, they are incredible!), cozy atmosphere and very cool staff! We were also delighted with the cats, who are loved and respected there. Please drive carefully and take care of little furry friends. Thank you for the warm welcome and I wish you many wonderful visitors and a nice day! read more

The concept, themes and decor are amazing. The staff is super friendly and available, the complimentary breakfast is delicious. There are a lot of amazing things about this place and I'm glad I got to experience it. I cannot stress how wonderful the staff is. The reason I'm leaving 3 stars is because there were a lot of things that were out of order. Most of the games in the rec room were not working (if I'm remembering correctly, there was one pinball game, a hockey type foosball game and the shuffle board that WERE working) and the juke box was also out of order so we didn't really stay in there for longer than 5 minutes, which was disappointing. They did give us the option to connect our phone to a speaker, but there's no charm in that. I was looking forward to spending time in the communal spaces. The cover to the communal hot tub was broken. We stayed in the honeymoon suite and the door to the bathroom had no handle or latch, so it was a swinging door with a hole where the handle should be. We also found a sock in the couch from a previous guest, and an earring an a safety pin in the shag carpeting. There is a private hot tub in that room, and when we wanted to turn on the jets we realized that those didn't work either. If everything was working and repairs were made this would absolutely be the best place in the world to stay. We spent 3 nights here and had a good time, but I personally would not book again. read more

We fell in love with Hicksville Pines from the moment we arrived! From the innkeeper being so kind to the cute, unique grounds. We stayed in The Dita. The room was very clean and well decorated. We had an amazing view off our deck with a hot tub! The only reason we didn't give 5 stars is because the bed was sooooo uncomfortable. Otherwise, we had a truly wonderful stay here and will be recommending it to anyone headed to Idyllwild!​ read more

This is such a fun and unique stay! We choose the Dita Room to celebrate our anniversary and it was perfect! (Only thing we wish was in the room was a TV lol) But the bathtub was heavenly, the bed was so cozy, and the hot tub was perfect for the chillier nights. The entire property is fun and full of lil games like ping pong, Jenga, and then the arcade games inside of the rec room too. The breakfast was bomb! Thanks to all the staff at Hicksville, we really enjoyed our time spent with you! read more

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I've stayed here twice now- one in the Nerds cabin and one in Haunted Mansion- and both times were a freaking delight. Awesome, clean rooms, lots to do on the property, 5 minutes from the town. Breakfast was delicious. Also very friendly on sight kitties who come right up to you for snuggles. I wanna stay in all the different cabins. read more

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Amazing unique stay for the prices of staying at a nice hotel in OC or LA. Chillest vibes and amazing area and views. We stayed in the Dita and it was awesome. Bring lights and bug spray tho for the balcony hot tub! Definitely coming back and staying again. Amazing customer service and the front desk staff were so helpful and friendly and really made the experience. read more

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How have I not written a review of this place??? Wow I am slipping. I've been a sporadic patron of this place since it was first purchased and before its transformation into the awesomeness it is today. Before they converted, I spent a snowy day and night there, and since I have stayed a few more times - I even drove up for a family day with the kids to check out the upgrades years ago. This place is so cool, when we were planning our wedding (which, because of covid happened via zoom!) this was the place we were hoping to book for the event. The pricing is amazing and the quirkiness is just what we love. The most recent visit I rented the 420 room so I could partake in some gardening inside rather than just outside. The black lights and sunken bed were...intense lol I utilized the Jacuzzi, the archery range, and the lovely breakfast plate, not to mention the awesomeness of being in a room with stoner movies, a vending machine, and a complimentary nug for good measure. I can't wait to go back - and I will be this week. read more

Hubby and I saved for this trip. We are on fixed income. So when our room had no heat in the front room. We were told " to use the fan in the bedroom to blow the heat into the other room" . We froze. It's not like we were offered anything. No sorry, no can we get you another heater, another room or even a discount. We didn't take our dog and didn't receive even that back. Power went out not their fault. But nothing worked but the rooms. So no games ect. Our room had no blind so up at 5am wasn't what we wanted. We went to relax and rest. Unable to sleep in or nap. We left feeling worse than we came. No rest or relaxation. Video of fan noise so loud. And pics. read more

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I would of given a 5 star, but we did get the honeymoon suite to sit in the heart shaped bathtub, but the jets did not work so we didn't get to use the tub, and unfortunately the hot tub had lots of styrofoam from the cover that was falling apart in the water , so wasn't able to enjoy that, but other than that the place was really nice and peaceful .. I would come back and book a different room next time. Breakfast was good overall a nice getaway read more

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This place is awesome! This is the place to go for a place work lots of character and great vibes.

What a fun, relaxing, hospitable experience! Everything was artistic and almost magical. I will be back!

Oh man I don't even know where to start. The whole place is amazing, from the details of the rooms to the amazing common space... and those waffles are so delicious! The staff are extremely helpful and kind, they really tied the experience together. We stayed for one night but will be coming back to eventually stay in all the rooms! I can't recommend this place enough for a little get away read more

Always a good time at Hicksville Pines! Staff is amazing! 4th time staying there. Can't wait till next time!

The staff was very welcoming and nice. They just got a huge snow dump and still managed to make it comfortable and inviting. The rooms are fun and the common areas are nice as well. I would definitely recommend a stay here if you love a unique "kitschy" experience. The facility was very clean and the Breakfast waffles are delicious! read more

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We came up for a one night getaway, and they did not disappoint! Incredibly nice and communicative staff to assist with our needs. Our room (The Dita) had fun decor and the best view of the mountains from the balcony with private hot tub. Lighting in all the rooms were a bit dim, but I feel like it's an intentional part of its charm. We were kinda bummed we didn't get a chance to meet the property cats, but I'm sure we would've if we had a longer stay. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a hidden California gem read more

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Filthy, Fabulous, and Utterly Divine Stayed in the Mondo Trasho room at Hicksville Pines for my birthday, and honestly? I've never felt so glamorously unhinged in my life. The décor is pure John Waters fever dream--equal parts trash and treasure--and I mean that as the highest compliment. The vibes? Impeccably weird. The property? Like someone dropped a retro pop-culture time capsule in the woods and said, "Let's make it campy and gay." The innkeeper? An absolute gem who somehow manages to run a hotel, serve breakfast, and maintain a vibe that's equal parts rad and chill. And the complimentary coffee + breakfast? So good I almost wrote it a love letter. Met the resident royalty, Eduardo and Norma, the sweet cat duo who clearly own the place. I was merely their guest. Highlights: in ground hot tub, rec room replete with free play arcade games, and all the greatest jukebox tunes to roll a joint (and smoke) to. Short drive to everywhere we wanted to go. Can't wait to return in another outrageous themed room, Diet Coke in hand, living my best filthy fantasy in the pines. read more

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The staff here are so sweet and kind. From checking in to just chatting, they're welcoming and cool. I stayed in the 420 room for a few days. The only negative I have is that the living room for me is not comfortable. The couch had no support or comfort whatsoever(very dingy look and feel to it). Which means I spent no time in there watching movies or hanging out. This is why I booked this room...that was my plan, get loaded, relax and watch movies. So I spent 90% of my time in the bed with my laptop(thank goodness I brought it . Yes, there are many other amenities that are on the grounds, but that's not what I personally went for. With that being said, idk if I would want that cabin again. read more

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Finally got to stay in the 420 room. The setting was dreamy for an evening. All the details and artwork were hilarious and magical. The window was perfect from daytime to star watching at night. Added bonus was the snow! What a fun wonderland. Thanks Hicksville. 3 stays down 7 to go! read more

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Room was the John Waters room. Everything was clang and tastefully appointed, from the velvet painting of Divine herself and the cross stitch from Serial Mom stating "Is this the cxxksucker residence?" read more

We had an amazing stay! We spontaneously decided to go away for the weekend and were torn between Santa Barbara and somewhere we'd never been which was Idyllwild. Ultimately we decided to try something new and picked Idyllwild. When looking for a pet friendly option we found Hicksville Pines. As soon as I saw The Dolly room, I was sold. When we arrived our check in couldn't have gone smoother. We were greeted by Kim who was extremely friendly and gave us a tour of the grounds, amenities and escorted us to our room. The room was a lot of fun and had a lot of Dolly memorabilia including records, movies, pictures and a pinball machine. The bed was extremely comfortable and the room was really clean. The lodge is open 24 hours and has an arcade and a free jukebox. It was too cold for the hot tub but we can't wait to visit again during the warmer season. Overall we had a great time visiting Idyllwild and the accommodations were a big part of that. Thanks again to Kim for being so friendly and helpful. We look forward to coming back and trying a different themed cabin. read more

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Charming 420-friendly little motel with countless eccentric and interesting details, and themed rooms. Close to Idyllwild, but quiet and peaceful. Nice complementary breakfast of waffles, eggs and bacon too. read more

Love this kitschy hotel so damn much! We've stayed here 3 times over the years (420 room all the way), and this latest time was a full property rental for my 40th bday weekend. Check-in was easy, the amenities are awesome (just be patient with some of the vintage games in the rec room), and the place is overall super lovely! Breakfast is delicious, they accommodate different dietary needs, and every room is super cozy! We got to do a little room hop since we had the full property, and I can confidently say that every single room is special and has quite a few unique features to them. You can't go wrong! read more

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Hicksville Pines is such a unique and wonderful place to visit! My partner and I went as a birthday getaway and I am SO glad I did! we stayed in the 420 room, it was a beautiful space, very clean and comfortable! Staff was very helpful and friendly and showed us around the property which was really nice. Breakfast was amazing and they had so many great amenities! I originally found this place through TikTok and I'm glad they are getting their flowers cause anyone who loves a unique experience should come here!! Thank you Hicksville Pines for making my trip such a memorable one! :) see ya next time! read more

This is the kind of place where I'm reluctant to leave a review because I want to keep it hidden selfishly, there's nothing but positive things to say about it. The first stay was wonderful, the second stay was also shockingly wonderful. We'll be back soon read more

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My husband and I were staying at a different resort and had heard about this place right before our trip so we stopped by to check it out. We met Michelle who was so genuine and welcoming and the place was so unique we decided to stay an extra night in The Dolly room. What an experience! They have but so much thought into every detail to make the stay unique and fun. We will definitely be back! Oh, and it is dog friendly too! read more

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Themed rooms, yes please!!! The Dolly Room is a great tribute to the Queen of Rhinestones and big beautiful.... Hair. "The higher the hair the closer to God". Dolly 8 tracks, records, and an Awesome Dolly pinball machine in the room. Big King Bed. Mondo trasho room with round bed and outfits to play with. Beautiful mountain setting so peaceful and relaxing. Staff is available and welcoming. Quirky little cottages house the rooms. The outside grounds include the Rec room, Gazebo and enclosed fire pit room. So nice to soak in the mountain air. read more

This was the cutest place I've ever stayed! The amenities were great, and the breakfast was amazing. Definitely worth the trip up the mountain! read more

I love bringing my husband here every year as it is somewhere we like to come to just completely unplug and forget our crazy work life. We love playing all the games in the rec room and go hiking during the day. All the rooms are so fun and thoughtfully curated. The detail is amazing. As long as you are not planning on going to a five star hotel this is a great place to go. It helps bring back your child imagination. read more

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Easy to find, friendly, helpful staff. The room was so cool, but not as cool as the two kitties we hung out with on the front patio. The breakfast was good, we went on a Sunday in February so the price was great! Highly recommend for a cool experience. read more

I stayed in the Great Northern room and had an exceptional experience! The staff was super helpful and friendly, the property cats were so cute, and we had an awesome time using the fireplace, playing board games, and baking cookies in the kitchenette. 10/10 for what we were looking for and loved the quirky charm that came with staying at Hicksville Pines. We aren't smokers by any means and despite the property being "420 friendly" the room was super clean and didn't smell at all! That was a huge plus for us! Overall, we would stay here again just for the quirky charm and the staff! read more

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Just spent the night here with a friend for a quick getaway, and I have been missing out by not coming here before! I come to Idyllwild often and this is one of my favorite stays. It's old, and so fun. They really thought of so many incredible details while keeping it nostalgic and fun. The staff was incredible, so kind and helpful. There was some work being done to some of the units but everyone was so nice and it was never an inconvenience at all. It's nice to know they're up keeping the space with it being a bit older. We had such a fun stay and will be back as soon as we can! read more

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Hicksville Pines is one-of-a-kind, and truly spectacular! Went up there for a weekend get-away from San Diego. Decided to split the days in two rooms- Mondo Trasho, and the Great Northern. And had the best time in each room. David Lynch, and John Waters are my two favorite directors. So staying in rooms, completely decorated with memorabilia was so special. Also waking up to a tasty breakfast was a delight. Michelle, who checked us in, and showed us around was an absolute delight! She also made us breakfast, and helped us with all the questions we had. Such a cool person. I honestly can't wait to go back, and stay in every room they have (different trips, of course!). I give this place a MILLION stars! Thank you Michelle, and everyone at Hicksville Pines for making our weekend so fun and unique! 'Til we meet again! read more

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absolutely loved our stay at Hicksville Pines in Idylwild! all of the staff was friendly and helpful. can't wait to book the next stay!

So cute!! The perfect little quiet getaway, we stayed in mondo trasho for 2 nights and it was the perfect little weird oasis to relax and revel in John Waters aesthetic and entertainment! Very thoughtful staff, and so many fun things to check out on the property! Hot tub and fire pit did not disappoint. read more

Hicksville Pines - Cabin door - Hotels Near Me - Idyllwild, California

Just the greatest vibe to hang out with friends! The staff are friendly accommodating and the breakfast is fantastic! The themed cabins are adorable and and there's plenty to enjoy inside and outside ! Can't wait to go back read more

Another amazing stay at Hicksville Pines! This was my second visit--my first stay in the 420 room, and this time I chose the Haunted Mansion. Both were fantastic, relaxing, and my favorite was the evening: smoking on the porch beneath the mountain, surrounded by fresh air, tall trees, and the peaceful crackle of the woods. The Haunted Mansion was Nightmare Before Christmas-themed, and they absolutely nailed it--spooky, cozy, and full of character. The staff's hospitality is friendly and welcoming. Hicksville Pines is the perfect escape for inspiration or just a reset, and I'm already planning my next stay. read more

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Overall this place was amazing we had great service form the owners very helpful and wonderful, great place to stay if you just want to relax , this place had a req room , ping tables , free breakfast on your stay . We had the 420 room which was so amazing the bed was so comfortable. Love how it was all different theme! Definitely a place to go... amazing . Thank you so much read more

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