5 stars! What a delightful little escape! We stayed just one night in this absolutely adorable cabin, and it instantly felt like a warm, homey retreat. Spacious, Has big rooms, fresh towels, and a cozy vibe that made it hard to leave. The fireplace was super easy to use and kept the entire place toasty. The kitchen is large and wonderfully stocked with all the appliances you could need we baked and cooked throughout our stay. Outside, the surroundings are stunning! peaceful and beautiful, with nature all around. Even though nearby homes are somewhat close, the layout and trees make it feel completely private you hardly notice. The only suggestion is that we couldn't quite figure out how to crank up the TV volume, so make sure to bring portable speaker for movie night. Highly recommend, it's the perfect cozy getaway! We'd love to come back for longer next time. Lisa, Terry, and Joyce were amazing at the front desk!! Our cabin was called the creek suite I believe! read more

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My boyfriend and I visited Idyllwild for my 40th birthday in September of 2025. We stayed in cabin #8 at Idyllwild Inn. Sorry that this review is coming so late! The staff at the reception desk were super helpful and gave us suggestions of things to do for the two nights we stayed. The cabin was cute and perfect for 2 people to stay in. It was clean and presentable. The queen size bed did not work well for us. We were pretty cramped and the bed wasn't the most comfortable. I wish that I had brought my pillows from home, but decided against it before we hit the road. I would recommend for a weekend getaway. Idyllwild is a beautiful place and although we weren't the most comfortable for two nights, we still had a great time. read more

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We recently stayed in a "rustic" cabin. "Rustic" must be code for "beat up and broken". The living room sofa and chairs were unusable and unsafe. We ended up using the kitchen chairs to sit in the living room. Every piece of furniture was scratched, damaged, stained, or wobbly. The kitchen table was so unstable that we were afraid to use it. Phone didn't work, bedroom lamp didn't work. The pictures on the website make the place look amazing - but they are very old pictures since some of the items are different. We checked out some other lodging options nearby and found much nicer accommodations for the same price. Lesson learned! read more

One of the best places and towns I've stayed in! The staff was so sweet and friendly. Very accommodating. The cabin we had was so nice and comfy. Fun little activities to do within property. Relaxing walks we had. Can't wait to go back read more

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We came here to celebrate and have a calm Mother's day weekend. The New Rustic 1 bedroom cabin was lovely and had all the things you would need. We had cooked a couple meals and appreciate all of the cookware provided. The sofa bed was very comfortable. They are located in a very prime location. It is right in the center of town. You can walk all of circle drive around town. I would defintely come back here perhaps during another season. read more

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Again I absolutely love this place! All the cabins are so unique and different. In total I have stayed here 4 times now. Once in Cabin 8, which is a small rustic studio with a cute deck in the back. Full kitchen and fireplace too. The 3rd time I stayed in Cabin 13, an updated king studio with an amazing new deck. Cute small red refrigerator and microwave and a couch in the room. No fireplace. The other two times I have stayed in Cabin 1 which is very spacious and has a closed in deck which is nice for my dog. This one also has a full kitchen and fireplace which I prefer. Can't wait to come back and explore more of their adorable cabins! Thanks for being so hospitable Monty, Lisa, Nancy, and Terry! :-) read more

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The staff is kind and helpful. The cabins are quaint, clean and very comfortable. Great location. read more

Went to IDY to celebrate my husbands birthday and to check out this quaint town. We stayed in the New Rustic Suite (21), which had what we needed. Didn't really cook anything during our stay but, did use the microwave, toaster, and coffee maker. The bed could use replacing, as it dips in the center. Other than that, the staff were very nice and the place was very comfy! The deck area looked out into the woods and was far away from the main street so, it was very peaceful during the day and night. The place is walking distance to all the little town has to offer. Would definitely stay here again. read more

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This is the most disgusting and disgraceful business I have ever seen. My husband and I booked a stay here for our wedding anniversary after liking the first stay last year, and it was probably the biggest mistake we've made. We booked cabin #8 on an outside party website (booking.com) because it looked clean and enough room for us and our pup. Upon arrival, we checked in and they had placed us in cabin #9 because they double booked for the weekend. We were trying to make it no big deal and just went with it. After given the keys, we opened the room and it was not cleaned at all since the previous guests - because the system has us booked in another cabin from the start! To apologize, Sandy from their staff gave us 2 free drink tickets with PURCHASE of 2 entrees at their sister property...how kind. After our room was finally ready, we opened the door and were finally able to see past the dirty sheets and wet towels on the floor - the room was completely covered in disgusting carvings from ceiling to floor. Including vulgar language as well as a satanic pentagram on the bathroom door. We were livid, as we booked months in advance, did NOT get our selected cabin, and got put in this sorry excuse of accommodations instead. After pleading with staff to switch us to the cabin in our original booking, they refused completely to accommodate to our needs. They did allow us to spend the night in another cabin since it was late and we were exhausted after a day of travel, but then proceeded to say the same thing in the morning - there was nothing they could do and we needed to stay in that disgusting room or leave. We obviously chose to leave and preserve what was left of our wedding anniversary weekend. We were livid with staff and their inability to remedy the situation, so we ended up getting a lovely call from Monty C. (the business manager) threatening to handle the situation "in person" with my husband and banning us from their properties (thank goodness! ). Monty - I know you'll see this and likely want to reply that I cussed at your staff. With the way you all act, I would do it again! You are all sorry excuses for the hospitality industry! Avoid this place at all costs. read more

Idyllwild Inn - Did not feel comfortable spending the night in a room with a pentagram carving. - Hotels Near Me - Idyllwild, California

We stayed here for 2 nights while backpacking the PCT. I highly recommend staying here. The staff is top notch! They go above and beyond. Rooms are clean and bed was comfy!! read more

Lisa at the front desk showed great customer service. I highly recommend this property for their hospitality. The rooms are beautiful, clean and well kept. read more

We came up for a weekend getaway and decided to stay in one of the rooms (instead of a cabin). The location is perfect--right in the heart of town, so everything is just a short stroll away. The staff was friendly and helpful, which really made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. While the room had a slightly dated look, it was spotless, cozy, and comfortable--exactly what we needed for a relaxing stay. We were especially grateful that both the AC and heater worked perfectly, making it easy to stay comfortable morning, day and night. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would happily come back again! read more

I've been staying at the Idyllwild Inn since I was a little girl. Back then, I would come with my mom and a friend, or my mom, dad and sister. I can remember delighting in the simple playground - a metal slide, seesaw, volleyball net, horseshoe and wood climbing structure. We would always go catch the movie that was playing at the Rustic Theater and gorge on the candy I excitedly purchased at the Candy Cupboard. I always wanted the pack of chocolate cigarettes, ha ha! Fast forward 30 years and I recently returned for the first time since becoming a mom. The last time I came was 10 years ago with my sister and our friend. Then, it was a perfect, laidback girls weekend full of wine and other fireside indulgences in our cozy cabin. The Idyllwild Inn has always been the perfect mountain getaway no matter the stage of life. This time, we brought our dog. While she enjoyed all the smells and lunging at squirrels, my toddler delighted in the same metal slide, seesaw and wood play structure - virtually unchanged since I was not much older than him. Also virtually unchanged are the cabins. In a world where everything moves at light speed, what an absolute joy it is to slow down, battle it out in a family game of Chutes & Ladders (checked out from the front desk), and savor the simple sights and sounds of mountain nature, a hot cup of freshly brewed coffee, and local hospitality. The Idyllwild Inn has changed very little because it's perfect the way it is. We discovered our best-ever Idyllwild meal on this trip - the most perfect breakfast burritos, breakfast sandwiches and freshly baked donuts from Amelia's Bakery Cafe, a short walk from our cabin. Also on this trip, we discovered the new (to us) Idyllwild Community Playground, also within short walking distance, and enjoyed relaxing in the car looking out at Lake Fulmor (about 20 minutes away) while our little guy napped. I'm delighted to report that while some childhood memories are like balloons that can feel deflated when experienced once again as an adult, the Idyllwild Inn lives up to every expectation if you just be sure to appreciate it for the sweet and charming home away from home that it is. Thank you to the wonderful staff - we will most certainly be back! One day, I hope, as grandparents to the next generation of little ones learning to love dear, old Idyllwild Inn. read more

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We enjoyed our short (one night) stay here. The staff is very welcoming and our lodging had an old cabin feel to it. The property is within walking distance to the main town area and you can park your car and pretty much walk anywhere you would want to go. read more

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What an amazing stay! Loved the adult only area rooms situated away from the family cabins. Designated quiet times.. patio with grills and seating area....we stayed in the Old West room. We will definitely be back as we only live down the hill! Highly recommend! read more

Idyllwild Inn - Great Fire place but it was too warm to enjoy. - Hotels Near Me - Idyllwild, California

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We love our annual trip to the Idyllwild Inn. The Rustic cabins are so charming. We get the same cabin every year and it is always very comfortable and clean and has everything we need. The areas outside the cabins are great too! Lots of space and big trees all around. It's a perfect mountain atmosphere! And last but not least.....the front office staff is wonderful!. I usually see Leisa and Joyce! They are always so welcoming! And Leisa makes the best pies EVER that you can purchase at the front desk! We were a little sad because they weren't available this time, but hoping they find their way back asap because they are delicious and such a nice touch!! Nothing better than a cozy fire in a rustic cabin and a warm homemade pie!!! We would always buy several of them and take some back home with us. Thank you to Leisa for those:) The Inn also had a great gift shop in the office! Looking forward to next year already!! read more

One of the highlights of my staying is Idyllwild is getting one or two of Leisa's pies from the Idyllwild Inn. I was disappointed to say the least when I arrived and there were none available. I hope that she's allowed to start baking again even if it just on the weekends. Bring back the pies! read more

Loved everything about this place. The privacy, everything was clean. Their little notes everywhere in the cabin. Will definitely be coming back. so peaceful!! read more

There are a lot of lodging options in Idyllwild and this is a good one. The location is outstanding. You can pretty much walk to any place in town from this property. Nothing is more than about a 10 minute walk away. Our cabin was clean and had a nice living room area and outside deck. The seating on the deck is a little oddball but we managed. I wouldn't say the bed was the most comfortable ever but it served its purpose. I greatly appreciated the kitchen and especially the small refrigerator and freezer. There is plenty of parking directly outside your cabin although turning your car around can be a little awkward. Overall, we had a very nice stay and the location alone would make this place a favorite when I return. read more

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Best location downtown. Charming and Lisa is the best. She is so welcoming and makes your feel like you are back in time when inns welcomed guests and made them feel so welcomed and excited for a lovely stay. Cabins are quaint, full amenities and each has a fabulous view of pine trees . You are in the mountains and blue skies. Oh, Lisa makes homemade pies and soooo delicious. My sister and niece has adjoining room to mine. So perfect. We are coming back and can't wait to see Lisa and the fabulous cabins. Each have a view and each is private. read more

10 stars!..what a great night away..the Camp room was so cozy and comfortable! My wife and I will most definitely be back!..Leisa was awesome!..the patio with a grill is very nice and super new and clean. Thank you..we will be back read more

Love staying here! The rooms are cozy, clean and they have a fireplace!. We have stayed here multiple time's and will continue to stay.

Wow just wow! This has got to be one of the top places my family and I enjoyed the most. Our stay was so random and one for us to get out for the night. I have nothing negative to say, everyone was so pleasant and sweet and there was so much to look at. It was a rainy cold night so couldn't do much but eat, next morning was drizzling as well so we just decided to go home. We did take the scenic way though which is always a must! I must say it is a little overwhelming to drive through the mountains but it was all worth it. Only reason I say overwhelming is because it is gorgeous but a little scary driving in fog and misty clouds with my children. Got to say, it's all for the experience! read more

Beautiful, convenient, and nostalgic. We stayed in the ponderosa. It's located right in the back of the front office and honestly it's quiet and private but absolutely beautifully upgraded. The pictures don't do justice how beautiful the room and the location really is. The bed is comfortable and big! Nice big TV with many channels and it was so relaxing. Also you are so close to the town that you do not need to drive anywhere. foot steps away we ate at were Ferro and Idyllwild Brewpub. Both places were so Delicious. Ferro was cozy small romantic and they made my husband's birthday feel so special. The sunflower was also close by and the desserts looked absolutely delicious. Breakfast spots that were close that were absolutely delicious were mama's egg house and raven hill bagel! Highly recommend! The Idyllwild Garden was a beautiful place to visit shop and there is so many other shops that were only few steps from the Inn. I could rave about the town all day but you have to stay at the Idyllwild Inn and experience yourself. And also the homemade pies that they had in the front office are absolutely big and delicious. There were a few selections but We had to grab the raspberry peach mango pie and it was so delicious especially with a nice scoop of vanilla ice cream.. I can't wait to come visit and stay with you guys again. Definitely have to rent a cabin next time! read more

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Lisa at the front desk was amazing. She did some laundry for us and gave us a beautiful cabin for the weekend. Loved the stay and the people made the weekend read more

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I stayed at the Idyllwild Inn for two nights in the beginning of February. Everything at this property either met, or exceeded my expectations. I booked with Leisa, who answered all my questions and made booking directly easy and hassle free. I checked in with Terry, who gave me my keys and also answered my many questions about places to eat and things to do. I stayed in the Indian room, which had a king sized bed, a refrigerator, and a microwave. The king sized bed was comfortable, and provided for a good night's rest after my adventures around Idyllwild. The refrigerator and microwave were clean and were great for storing and reheating leftovers from the many excellent restaurants in the area. The room itself had a rustic feel, and felt perfectly in place in Idyllwild. The heating and cooling system in the room were easy to use and worked well. This was good as it got a little warm during the day, and colder at night. The only issue I had was with the shower. There was great water pressure, but the water comes out very hot, so be mindful of that. It just means you have to adjust the faucet carefully before you pull the spout diverter. This is much better than the alternative of having no hot water. Check out is at 11:00am, but I checked out at 9:30am to get on the road. I checked out with Joyce, gave her my keys, and was on my way with no problems. I will definitely return to this property the next time I am in Idyllwild, which will hopefully be sooner than later. read more

Cute and rustic. What a fun experience. We loved that we could bring our little pug with us. Great getaway

My family and I made a day trip up to Idyllwild and had so much fun we decided to stay the night. I popped into the Idyllwild Inn and they not only found us an amazing cabin, they have the friendliest, most helpful staff! Leisa is the sweetest person, with impeccable customer service and is a huge reason we will stay there when we visit again! read more

Such a great vintage inn for a relaxing getaway. The front desk employees were extremely friendly and welcoming. The 120 year old room was rustic with an awesome fireplace and everything was well maintained and clean. They have wines, drinks, snacks, souvenirs available. They even give you some wood for your 1st fire. We're definitely coming back! read more

What a magical adventure thanks to the kindness of the staff at this adorable inn, nestled in the heart of Idyllwild. Special thanks to Leisa, Joseph and John. If you happen to be there on the weekends, don't forget to get one of Leisa's world class pies. read more

Great staff and nice cozy accommodations. We really enjoyed our 35th anniversary at Idyllwild Inn. It was a plus that they allowed pets. read more

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We sort of got lucky picking this place to stay. Our rustic unit has a double bed, closet, bathroom, fully stocked kitchen, fireplace , heater, and 2 easy chairs. People carved their names in the wooden surfaces. Restaurants and cafes and shops are close by and we can easily walk there. The elevation is about one mile high. The person who checked us in was very nice and friendly. We are far enough apart from other units so we don't hear anything from them. The heater was a MAJOR problem!! It made noise and sounded like someone was banging on metal pipes with a wrench. I had to turn off the heat. When I woke up, the thermostat in the room was 55!!!! Degrees. Other than that, we had a nice stay. read more

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Recently I took my girlfriend and son on a spur of the moment trip to Idyllwild because my friends over at #elbuencacao posted snow fall on their instagram account. We had so much fun that we decided to stay the night last minute and skip work and school the next day. It was easy to make my reservation online and the woman who worked there was nice and welcoming. We had a cute room with complimentary wood for the fireplace. There was a little refrigerator and a microwave, It was perfect! I have to say that this hotel really enhanced our family experience in Idyllwild. I recommend staying if you're in town. YAKI24 Teppanyaki Catering read more

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Our go to multiple times a year. Lisa, Terry and staff are wonderful and Lisa's pies, yum! read more

Idyllwild Inn - Beautiful fireplaces. I think we have stayed in almost every cabin! - Hotels Near Me - Idyllwild, California

Idyllwild Inn is great. The staff is super nice and helpful and gave great advice. It is right in town so you can walk to everything. Which is excellent when you don't have a car. The rooms and cottages are clean and have everything you need. They take great care of the PCT hikers coming through and all their guests. A big special thanks to the desk manager, Lisa, who helped me out. Thanks. read more

You really feel in the forest here. Old fashioned cabins. Comfy but not luxurious. But so relaxing. Some cabins have views of the woods and mountains. Kitchens included with some cabins which is helpful. Huge fireplaces. Easy to walk to all the shops and restaurants here. Very sweet staff. Puzzles and games available to borrow. Wonderful getaway spot. Idyllwild is a charming town. read more

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We checked in after dark. We were in a one-bedroom rustic cabin. The front desk woman was lovely and very helpful. When we arrived at our unit we could hear a kazoo being played very loudly. We then entered our cabin to discover it was a duplex situation with a door separating us from the people next door. The problem was that the people next door seemed to be grandparents babysitting or something to that effect, the kids were jumping on furniture, screaming, and playing the kazoo so loudly we couldn't even hear our own TV. I complained to the front desk the next morning and asked to be moved but they were sold out. The front desk informed me they spoke to them and asked them to keep it down, but the noise never stopped, and the kids stopped playing the kazoo but nothing else changed it was so loud and bad. We were told by the office that they were leaving on Sunday so we decided to stick it out. Overall the place was nice and clean. I do wish I knew the cabin wasn't stand-alone, but overall the place is cute and nice. We just happened to have the bad luck to get the worst neighbors. read more

Cute cabin getaway. The boyfriend and I wanted a getaway for our two year anniversary of dating. During our stay, I had the pleasure of Proposing to my now fiancé! The cabin was super cozy and the staff were very nice and accommodating. We will be back for sure. read more

Idyllwild Inn - Proposal! Engagement! - Hotels Near Me - Idyllwild, California

If you're looking for a beautiful cozy and fun place to stay i can't even recommend this place enough! I've stayed here three times and i will absolutely continue to come back any chance i get! If you are looking into staying here i highly advise you ask to speak with LISA! She's the most friendly, gracious, hospitable and will go the extra mile to make sure your stay is amazing! She's made it so that i feel like idyllwild inn is like home. I can't wait to return there, give her a big hug and have her set me up for the best staycation! I brought my mom who is disabled and my best friend to stay there with me for the first time and they loved it! Until next time idyllwild inn! read more

What an amazing stay! We booked The Hideout 2 bedroom log cabin and it was perfect for our family of four (3 adults and 1 dog). The backyard is fully fenced in and has so much room for your pet to explore. It's like having your own mini dog friendly forested area. The full kitchen was so adorable and had everything we needed. Downstairs bedroom has a comfy double bed and bathroom. Upstairs loft bedroom has a king bed. Three flat screen TVs, air conditioning, and modern bathroom... it's seriously perfect for a small family. Entire cabin was very neat and clean. Staff is very friendly and welcoming. They go out of their way to make you feel at home. We can't wait to be back and would definitely book this cabin again in the future! read more

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