I stayed at the Woodland Vista over the weekend. We were greeted by Raj, who was very polite. I was a little concerned about the heating and cleanliness after reading some reviews, but it wasn't too bad. The heater was already set to a warm temp before we got there. In the morning, our breakfast (apples, scones, juice, and oatmeal packets) was delivered in a basket (weekend only). I think my biggest (or only) complaint would be the couch since there was dirt/stains on the armrest and a few cushions, however, the kitchenette, bedroom, and bathroom were clean. I do want to make an extra point to say how kind Raj was. I had left a handwritten card on the table. The card held more sentimental value than monetary, but after calling the next day, Raj said that he would take it to the post office and have it delivered, which meant a lot to me. read more

I recently stayed at the Idyllwild Bunkhouse and unfortunately the room did not match what was advertised. The location and staff are truly superb -- friendly, welcoming, and in a great spot close to town -- but the room itself needs serious attention. The toilet was dirty when I arrived, and there was no bath mat. There were no proper utensils or paper products, aside from toilet paper. The floors were dirty and there was black hair everywhere, which was disappointing and made the room feel unclean. The listing shows a Jacuzzi tub, but it didn't work at all, and there wasn't even a plug to fill the tub. This was one of the main reasons I booked the room, so it was a letdown. I was also looking forward to the breakfast scones that the property advertises. Instead, we received dry scones, apple juice. One more thing future guests should know: the toilet is positioned only about half a foot from the sink, so you literally have to sit sideways. It's uncomfortable and should be mentioned in the room description. This hotel seems to cater mainly to Pacific Crest Trail hikers in the summer, which is fine, but the rooms should be advertised accurately so guests know what to expect. The staff and location are excellent, but the rooms need better cleaning, maintenance, and honest descriptions read more

I booked Woodland Vista at the Idlewild Bunkhouse to celebrate my mom's 77th birthday--just the two of us, hoping for a peaceful getaway in nature. At first glance, the place looked charming, and we were genuinely excited. Unfortunately, that impression didn't last. Upon arrival, we noticed several issues that made the stay uncomfortable and disappointing. The kitchen window blind was broken, and the sofa bed mattress--where I slept--had visible yellow stains. In the bathroom, there was black mold, which is a serious concern. The main bedroom sheets appeared unwashed, with noticeable hair of different colors on them. The toilet was missing its cover, and basic essentials like paper towels or tissues were not provided. The kitchen was also lacking several basic items. While the cabin looks nice aesthetically, it is not functional or properly maintained. One of the main reasons I booked this place was for the fireplace, but it did not work at all. When I brought these issues to the property manager's attention, he simply noted them and took no action--he didn't even offer something as simple as clean sheets. Additionally, the balcony railing is loose and feels unsafe; leaning on it could be dangerous. Overall, this experience was very disappointing, especially given the occasion. I would not recommend this property to others. read more

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Nice size cabins for party of different sizes, some with bunkbed or fireplace inside. The view is fantastic and pleasantly relaxing! Staff is very friendly and professional! A different and unique experience! read more

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This letter is in reference to our stay at the Idyllwild Bunkhouse in the Woodland Vista cabin on May 21st-23rd 2025. We booked this cabin on Expedia after reading tons of reviews, watching videos and reviewing all online outlets for the property. From the pictures that were presented, we were excited to enjoy our 15th Wedding Anniversary away in Idyllwild. We were greeted by Deb who was super friendly and welcoming. She checked us in and gave us our key. Looking from the outside, everything looked great. We enjoyed spending time on the private deck and enjoying nature. As time went on, we began to notice and document: -The first night, we didn't know about the heat and froze to death. The next day we asked Deb and she told us how to turn it on in the bathroom. Once we did, the unit was extremely loud and the tops and inside were very dirty. -Towel hook in bathroom fell down when a towel was placed on it. -Huge picture in living room just leaning against the wall -Unable to sit on couch as it had stains, was dirty and not being comfortable and being very loud. We had to sit at the dining table the entire stay which was very uncomfortable and not relaxing at all. -Bed was extremely uncomfortable and may possibly be broken on half the bed. -Tons of cobwebs everywhere and extremely dusty -Big black heater in main room doesn't work and it completely full of dust -Kitchen had oil stains running down the wall and pictures. -Duvet cover, sheets, chair in bedroom all had "white" stains on them. We pulled everything off the bed and slept on our own small blankets that we brought with us. -Bathroom tub was indented in and appears to have some type of mold in corner. We were going to take a shower however there was a black widow and the tub was leaking so we didn't use it. -On Thursday evening, we were eating in the kitchen when a mouse came running out from the bathroom. We were quick and were able to create a barricade to get it outside the slider. About an hour later, another mouse was seen trying to run out of the bathroom. As I screamed, it ran back around and hid somewhere in the bathroom. We had to keep the bathroom door closed the remaining portion of our stay so that it wouldn't come out. This had to be one of the most uncomfortable/worst getaways that we've been on. From the dirtiness to things being broken all around the cabin, we would not be frequenting this property again. At the time, we chose not to raise these concerns as we wanted to continue enjoying our time in town and not let the issues overshadow our vacation. Now that we've had time to reflect, we wanted to share our feedback with you first before we left our review with photos on Expedia. We kindly request a refund in light of the concerns outlined above. read more

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The Bunkhouse is a great little hotel with lots of hiking opportunities. The property is lovely and the room was very clean and comfortable. We had a beautiful view from our deck. The hotel is just outside of town (about a 3-minute drive) which was very convenient. The pricing is very fair and we feel like we got a lot of value. Can't wait to go back! read more

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small room, bad water pressure, fridge didn't work that great, was told continental breakfast each morning, did not have it on our second day day. we were told no one was there so they didn't do breakfast. excuse me we were there and paid for a service we didn't receive. Smoke alarm was missing also. read more

TL;DR: We wanted to love it, but had to cut our stay short due to cleanliness. No refund for checking out a day early. We booked three nights at the Idyllwild Bunkhouse to celebrate Thanksgiving with my wife and two kids. We were really excited, even though the website photos were outdated. When we arrived Wednesday night (11/26/2025) and were assigned to room 1. Unfortunately, the cleanliness issues became apparent immediately. We noticed long black hair in the shower, cobwebs throughout, crumbs on the kitchen floor, and carpets that didn't appear vacuumed. There was dust on the dishes, and while a coffee maker was provided, there were no filters, only instant coffee packets. We tried to overlook it the first night since we were just happy to be out of the city. However, Thursday's daylight confirmed our concerns about the room's condition. We decided to stick it out and try one more night. After a difficult night's sleep on Thursday (one side of the mattress is so concaved my wife nearly fell off the bed each night), we decided to check out a day early on Friday instead of Saturday. I explained our situation to the front desk staff, who were kind and helpful throughout. While a little skeptical and standoffish, she said she'd try to contact the owner about refunding our unused night but couldn't make promises. She said since it was a holiday weekend she couldn't reach him but would reach out once she did. It's now been a week with no follow-up communication. The positives: All staff were genuinely friendly and helpful. The gentleman at the front desk even called ahead to let us know our key would be in the drop box, which was thoughtful. I spoke with the owner prior to our stay and he was very kind. What needs improvement: The property *desperately* needs deep cleaning, carpet replacement, new mattresses, and some maintenance (mismatched light fixtures, lights out). This place has real potential and could be a really cool spot with some investment in updates and thorough cleaning. I wanted to love it, but I can't recommend it in its current state. So far: no refunds if you decide to leave early. read more

Idyllwild Bunkhouse has incredible prices, immaculately clean rooms, good location, and very friendly and accommodating staff. I highly recommend it as a place to stay while you're in the heavenly town of Idyllwild. read more

Based on the reviews you'll see either you love it or you hate it. I loved it. The owner greeted me with a huge smile and by name where we got there. Perfect for a getaway you feel like you're in your own little cabin with Naughty Pine walls and cozy wall heaters. You get the park your car right out front and it's extremely dog friendly. So, If you enjoy a rustic getaway on a budget around beautiful nature and beautiful people, this is your spot. If you're looking for the Ritz, Carlton or Marriott, you may want to look somewhere else this. This is a charming bed-and-breakfast that I can't wait to go see again. read more

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This bunkhouse was very, very nice. It was clean and cozy. The amenities were great to have and the cherry on top was the breakfast basket that they left on the door in the morning. They made us feel special!!! read more

Ohhhh my gosh. Let's start off with this is a small town & if you want a mountain experience this is the place to be. The owners are so nice everything is super adorable but when you go think mountains. I recommend bring another blanket and towels was perfect. I tend to get cold fast. We will definitely be coming back read more

The stay was decent enough. What was not okay was the clerk walking into our cabin unannounced. Unlocked our cabin and tried to show someone else the inside of the cabin, said it was the handyman that had to do repairs after we asked not to come into the cabin unannounced. Also said he thought we weren't there as if that made it okay. We felt super uneasy after that and we would've left if we thought we would get our money back. Super unprofessional, we could've been indecent and we had a lot of expensive camera equipment in there that if it had gone missing, we would've been none the wiser as to how someone got into our cabin. read more

The midweek rate was quite reasonable and this lodge is worlds better than some other lodging around this price range. The little kitchenette was great with a sink, a few plates, glasses, silverware. Even paper towels! I appreciate the larger than standard dorm fridge, the balcony with great views and good sunlight, and the proximity to everything. It's right in between a nature center and a park and just 1/2 mile to downtown. Unlike some others in this price range, they actually supply you with shampoo and the parking spot right in front of your room is assigned to you. The check-in process was quicker and easier than I've ever experienced and I look forward to future stays here. read more

My husband, teenage daughter, and great Dane stayed here for two nights And we had a lovely time. This place is super cute, very rustic with a cabin vibe, and it's own special flavor of mountain kitsch (but in a good way). Everyone at the front desk was very helpful, and really sweet. They also give you breakfast in a little basket every morning, which is a nice touch. As to the other reviews that mentioned that it was dirty, we did not find that to be the case. But this is the mountains and when you're in the middle of nature, it tends to find its way inside. But for anyone else wondering about those other reviews, don't worry and come stay at this place. It was fun! read more

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A Little Piece of Heaven The Idyllwild Bunkhouse was exactly what the wife and I had been looking for. We booked the Forest Hideaway cabin right off of the woods and fell in love with it as soon as we set foot inside. A sense of peace and calming immediately came over us as we entered our Hideaway. We were looking for a small place we could just relax and the cabin had all the things we needed to unplug from the world. The décor was very homey and had beautiful wood branch piece hanging over the windows and door. The fireplace was so beautiful and warmed us up very quickly at night, too. The balcony overlooks the forest and at night, off in the distance, you can even hear the water from the stream flowing. The simple, but filling, daily morning breakfast basket delivery made the experience feel even more special? magical? and was a very nice touch (fresh scones from a local bakery, oatmeal, apples and juice). The short drive to town was nice and easy; everything you needed was within a three-minute drive. The quiet retreat was only amplified by the friendliness of the owner Raj, he took the time to sit and talk with us, introduced his own family and made the overall experience spectacular! All the wonderful things that have been said in previous reviews about Raj doesn't even come close to how genuine and welcoming of a man he is! We would like to personally thank Raj for his friendliness and making us feel like family. We will definitely be back. A true Five Star rating from this family! read more

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This was a wonderful stay. I rarely take the time to write a review but I felt it was necessary for this stay. The hotel is actually very cute. The appearance outside is of an adorable cottage like hotel in the pines. The insides are perfect little cabins. My three kids slept upstairs in the loft and they really liked it. The room has every comfort you could need whether it's summer or winter. The back patio had gorgeous views of the forest you're in. It was quiet and we enjoyed seeing the beautiful birds and the fluffy squirrels running around. Breakfast was also super cute. They leave a basket with different options at your door in the morning. My kids loved it. The only down side is we stayed one night. I would have liked to stay longer. -also, the owner was extremely nice and I would recommend this place to friends and family read more

AWFUL!!!!!! Stayed here four days...big mistake. First there was dirty coffee filters in the coffee machine, carpet seemed not to be vacuumed well. Had two beds, one bed had no blanket. Key stopped working on our door, we were locked out for an hour until we got someone to replace it. DO NOT stay here if it gets full - YOU WILL HAVE NO WATER PRESSURE!!!! Had to wait two hours before people stopped using the showers etc. Breakfast was not like the photo. We never got big delicious scones. A couple of times we didn't get any pastry and had to go to the front desk. Walls are very thin...case in point this couple arrived at midnight slamming doors, going in and out and banging the headboards (bed hitting wall) - no headboards at Bunkhouse - until 4 in the morning! Shower is so tiny I could barely get around it to wash. I'm 6 ft (thin) at 155 lbs. The toilet would flush when it felt like it. I'm not asking for the Ritz, but I've stayed at roadside motels with none of these issues. Also outlets are an issue. We had to take turns charging our phones as the Bunkhouse uses most of them. U HAVE BEEN WARNED! read more

Me and my fiance stayed here on valentines day. Very lovely place. The room was amazing and cozy like a little cabin. Everything was clean. And Raj was the absolute best! A man of many achievements with a wonderful personality. Had us feeling welcomed everytime we spoke to him. He was very informative in helping us find a nice hiking trail ,where the town was and what we could go see in Idyllwild. We would definitely recommend anyone to stay here. Very enjoyable and friendly place with a lot of history to it. P.s the balcony was a plus!! That was the best valentines day we've ever had! We thank you for that very much! And we will be back very soon. read more

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First I'll say the pro, is that the staff was very polite, but I honestly was disappointed. We stayed in the "Grandview". I don't like giving negative reviews, but this room was very very dirty. I had to wear socks the whole time and they were black after just two nights. The kitchen is poorly staffed with things that you need, The refrigerator fan must be broken because it sounded like baby torpedo is going off the entire time we were staying there which adds to the crazy traffic noise you will hear all night. The bathroom soap was empty, shampoo empty and body wash was empty. The railing on the patio does not seem secure, so I would not place any bodyweight against it when looking over. This review is simply here to help them realize that cleanliness is key, when you don't have cleanliness, people will not return. read more

Arrived Friday, 5/11/18, at 2pm-ish. Hubby surprised me with a weekend getaway. My first reaction while entering the parking lot was "This is really cute. Loving the plantlife vines growing up and around the building frame. Adorable." The red painted building and yellow adirondack chairs next to the the doors are fab. A nice pop of color with an invitation to sit and relax with a glass of ... (whatever you prefer). Hubby checked in without any issues. We were in room 17, next to the office (not my ideal). I kept an open mind. Once hubby opened the door, I couldn't help but admire all the beautiful wood walls. Very rustic and cabin feeling. Inside: the bed was decent, not the most comfortable for me (too firm but OK for hubby). The room was clean, the linens smelled fresh and all the lights worked. The bathroom was clean (sadly, there was a razor that was left in the shower. It looked unused). There was a kitchenette with a microwave, fridge, and coffee maker (carafe was still wet, smelled of brewed coffee). There was a set of dishes/cups/utensils for 2. There was a private balcony that overlooked the San Jacinto forest. It was a beautiful sight. Enjoyed morning coffee and evening tea. Sometimes, I just wrapped myself in a thick blanket breathed in the mountain air and contemplated life. So relaxing, peaceful nature. Some negatives: The building is about 30 - 50 feet from the main road, so passing cars can get loud. The walls are thin between the rooms. If you're nosey, you can pretty much make out your neighbors entire conversations or night time activities. Our closet was used as storage. Positives: It was pet-friendly; so naturally, the furbies came with us. There was a hiking trail behind the lodge (great workout, especially for the quads and glutes). Be careful, it can get steep in some places. The staff were friendly and nice. Every morning, a breakfast basket was placed on the door. It was packed with scones, fruit, instant oatmeal and juice boxes. It was a good way to start each day. Honestly, despite the negatives, I would stay here again. They weren't enough to turn me off. read more

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I am in love! What an adorable place in Idyllwild! We always try to do a different, fun adventure for my birthday weekend--I'm not sure how or why, but this year I decided to do to Idyllwild. We've previously done Big Bear Lake, Palm Springs, San Francisco, San Diego... this year, Idyllwild was the place! I didn't spend a whole lot of time researching places, but I went to Yelp and Expedia to find us a spot. My reasons for picking the Bunkhouse were: - The views (I wanted to see trees) - The rooms (looked tidy and clean) - En suite bathroom (I didn't want to share) - Breakfast - TV (yes, I know that's silly, but I don't have TV at home, and I like to watch the news at night when we're away... like I said, I know it's silly) Approaching the Bunkhouse, I immediately fell in love. I loved it's vibe, and the bright yellow chairs that accompany the front of each doorway. We were promptly checked in to room 17. As I expected, the room was tidy and mountain-like. I love all of the log and wood. I especially love the old-school heater.. heats the room up nice and fast. There is a cute little balcony that overlooks a nature area (yay), and I could see trees right from the room. :) There is a nature trail that loops almost right out back of the property, which is pretty cool. There is a rock cave, and another fun winding path. (Both are pretty short, but I was able to explore for about an hour right after we checked in without needing to drive anywhere.) I loved that! The Bunkhouse is walkable to the village center IN MY OPINION. I am a big walker, so .5 miles is easy peasy. One thing to note: there are no sidewalks. Because of that, walk only during the day... or make sure you have a headlamp / lots of light. I'm actually not sure if I would walk at dark--probably not. The cars on the byway drive pretty fast. (That's one thing: if you are a light sleeper and you try to go to bed early, you will hear the cars driving by.) I am a light sleeper and I always bring earplugs wherever I go. For that reason, I was fine. I liked the fact that the property is set back and faces nature/the trees. It's still super walkable to the village center. I walked from the property to the Idyllwild County Park, even. There is a lot to see and do within walking distance! The breakfast is adorable. I love the basket that they hang on your door. Ours contains oatmeal (two types), apples, apple juice and fruit scones. Delicious! Such a nice touch and just enough to get your going for the day. The rooms have coffee and a coffee pot, as well as a mini refrigerator and freezer. I don't drink coffee, but we were able to walk to the Village Market and buy tea and milk, and I was all set. I would highlight recommend the Idyllwild Bunkhouse. Very happy with our stay! PS: I did get to watch my news at night.. :) They have DirecTV. 2018: 15/100 read more

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My only regret about staying here was I didn't take enough pictures! The views from our room were beautiful. This is my favorite place to stay in Idyllwild because they take amazing care of everyone and they have unique touches that makes everyone's experience here a good one. The breakfast in a basket was so cute, I love that addition. read more

Super friendly front desk attendant. Nice corky place. The kids really love the bunk bed set up. The rooms are small, but that just adds a great nostalgia feel of the motel. Kind of close to the road, so you do get some road noise, but it's a classic Motel not a Hotel. Google the difference. Also with a fan on at night, you can drown out the road noise. The trail around the back part of the property is picturesque and a fun little hike. You can even get onto a Christian religious getaway trail and hike further, even though it is private property.The entire place is super cute. Great place for a quick over night get away. The breakfast basket in the morning is a nice addition. The scones that come with the basket are very yummy. This place is very special and has gorgeous hiking trail behind the motel. We will definitely be back. read more

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Bottom line up front: This place has paper thin walls. From the cars roaring down the highway to the people talking all night in the next room, you will hear EVERY little noise because the walls block almost no sound. Giving this place an extra star because the owners at least seem to be aware of the problem: There were ear plugs next to the bed, along with a sign saying, "If you want to keep the outside from coming in, wear these ear plugs." Unfortunately, ear plugs cannot make up for paper thin walls, so unless you're a very heavy sleeper, this place is not a great choice. read more

Bf and i stayed here for my birthday for a night and it was lovely! The perfect place for us to unwind after our explorations, traveling, and then after dinner. The host lady in the office was very sweet and helpful and brought us our continental breakfast in the morning. Very sweet view, nice kitchenette, clean bathroom/shower, and cozy bed. Loved our experience. read more

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DO NOT STAY IN ROOM #1 if you are hoping for peace and quiet. Pros: The room was cute and I really liked the kitchen, but I CANNOT recommend for the following reasons: 1: Room #1 is quite loud from being so close to 243. It is also up against the utility room for the cleaning people and that is sort of disturbing when they go in and out banging about for a few hours. Of course they don't tell you about that until you are already here. Not cool. 2: A/C swamp cooler's "exhaust" jerry-rigged to window which does not allow window to shut and more street noise comes in. The window has to be left open to fit the exhaust thingy and the window opening is barely covered in a completely half-assed way with some wood only partially covering opening (pointless) and the rest taped so pitifully it's a travesty. Lame excuses were that they had to put those in in very little time. Only remedy offered was to shove towels in the multitude of gaps which didn't do squat. Pro: a/c worked well. 3: Room #1 has a very nice ceiling fan AND a cute little loft. But if you are up in the loft and want to come down, the moving fan will hit you in the head. There is no sign saying anything about that. This could really hurt somebody and Bunkhouse could be sued. I got banged pretty good, but not serious. Just really freakin' stupid and bad management. They could move the ladder in a different area away from the fan. Idiotic and dangerous. I told them and the excuses were so absurd. She said the fan was off and wasn't supposed to be turned on. No mention of that anywhere and if you see a fan, you assume it's for your use. She said the draw string for it was really short. It is quite long and can be pulled easily while standing on the floor beneath it. LAME to the Nth degree. No sign whatsoever saying be mindful of ceiling fan when descending dangerous ladder. EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS Good location close to town, but sooo not worth it and it isn't even good value/inexpensive. But again, really nice people; they just cut corners, don't disclose important details AND are careless regarding ceiling fan - really really stupid. read more

Always a wonderful time at the idyllwild bunk house. It was my second time staying and they never disappoint. They are very professional and very accommodating. I will come back again. read more

This place is always nice to stay at! Totally worth the money... pet friendly... hiking trail accesible from parking lot... everything you need during your stay is here... we'll keep coming back... read more

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I do love this place. I've been twice now. But unfortunately both times it just wasn't very clean. The bedding had stains and clearly has not been washed. The room didn't look swept up or vacuumed. And the bathroom and shower smell like pee. And the shower curtain kept falling and wouldn't stay up. The soap dispensers basically don't work. You only get a drop of soap every few pumps. The dishes had dried pieces of food on them. There's stuff dripping from the walls that's clearly been missed during cleaning, if they do clean. Multiple things were broken like lights, the furnace, and the shower rod. This place has so much potential and very kind staff. I just wish it felt cleaner and more comfortable read more

This place is amazing. The views are so pretty and there's a hiking trail passing through the woods below. Raj has been so kind and friendly whenever I come, and it's a pleasure staying here. Debbie is also super helpful and great to talk to about the area. The rooms are clean, they have the basic amenities I'd expect, and it's just outside of the village so a bit more peaceful and quiet. read more

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Poor service stay during winter stay. Very disorganized with late check in after 3:30pm for guest, and apologized to with free bottle if wine. Noisy with loud family guest next door, very thin walls, no hot water, and direct tv no reception due to weather. Even worse, the inn keeper socializes all night long with guest next door long past 10pm after quiet hours instead of asking guest to be considerate of others staying at bunkhouse. In morning the complimentary was delivery after 10:30 am only with one dry scone for two persons:( since they forgot about their guest. Thank goodness we only stay one night. read more

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Absolutely loved this place! Such a cute and cozy hotel! The staff is so welcoming, incredibly friendly, and helpful. The hotel is dog friendly which is a huge plus. The breakfast they provide comes in a cute basket with homemade scones that are very delicious! Definitely coming back here for another weekend stay read more

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Arrived in the evening and the Owner Raj came down to rent me a room . what a life saver . Just got off the Pct and really needed a day and night off to do some recouping and errands . Being a Hiker the owner was very Helpfull . Gave me a ride to the Laundry mat which was great . Also getting a ride back to the trail . The Breakfast was great also . The Art and decor was also fantastic . Very comfy place . nice back deck in my room overlooking Mountians and Forest . ROCK ON WITH 20 BILLION GARLIC NAAN SOCKS ON!! Best Bed in town woooooo read more

This place is so cute and quaint! It's nestled right before town, which makes the location ideal. There's also a hiking trail nearby. We stayed in a standard room with 1 queen bed. Everything was clean and tidy when we arrived. The room also came with a little kitchenette with included a fridge, sink, microwave, and coffeemaker. The AC was also new! My most favorite part of the room was the gorgeous balcony with a beautiful view of the mountains! The only things I wish were better was the shower, and the lack of a dresser made it difficult, since there was only a desk and a dining table. There was a closet, but clothes could only be hung (they did provide hangers!). Walls are definitely thin, but the earplugs they provide certainly help! Lastly, the staff were super friendly and attentive. They accommodated for a late check in... the delicious fresh scones every morning were also a bonus! Overall, we would come back here again, but perhaps in a different room/cabin. It's a great place to stay for a short weekend trip! read more

One of my favorite getaways, rustic, private, full service cabins.. allyssa squeezed us in on a busy weekend and recommended a awesome restaurant , very helpful and went above and beyond our expectations for accommodation, thank you. read more

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First off let me say I like living in the heart of a big city. Endless restaurants, culture, places to go and people to see. That being said though sometimes it catches up to me. The poor air quality, the traffic, the noise, the annoying people. Sometimes I just gotta get away. So when I saw a Living Social pop up for the Strawberry Creek Bunkhouse in some far away land called Idyllwild, CA I decided to take a look. Only two hours outside LA, up in the mountains, surrounded by a state park.... Ahhhhhh, my mind was relaxing just reading the description, I knew it had to go down. After we arrived I stood on our own little patio looking off into the forest and I got to that mental place of rest where I wasn't even thinking. The sun on my face, the snow melting around me. A little lizard scurrying about near one of our chairs. I launched snowballs out into the forest for shits and giggles. The Bunkhouse itself is an adorable little stay, some 6,000 feet above sea level. Maybe 10 or 12 rooms, all with a lodge style feel. A little kitchenette, a comfy bed. They hang a basket of breakfast goodies on your door each morning, including freshly baked scones and homemade jam. The staff was so friendly and helpful, sometimes I forget about that small town hospitality when I don't get out of the city for awhile. Idyllwild is perfect for those who like some small town charm paired with a heavy outdoors presence. Lots of hiking trails, fisherman out and about. Creeks and rock formations. I loved the Bunkhouse too, the only downside I can think of for the place is that the walls are mighty thin. In the morning when our neighbors to the left decided it was time for a little Maury Povich we got to hear the whole thing, the same goes for our neighbors to the right when they decided 1AM was the perfect time for a little rough sex. Yep, heard that too, and for the record I think he was slapping her ass a bit too much. *Slap, slap, slap, slap*, the poor girl must have had red handprints for days. No big deal though, glad they had a good romp. Final verdict, the trip was well worth it. Two days away from the speed of my general life felt like a week off, it was tremendous. Half of my gratitude is owed to Mother Nature and all the beauty of that state park and the other half is most definitely owed to Strawberry Creek Bunkhouse. A little bit of R&R goes a long way. read more

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Stayed here during Valentine's Day weekend. Very cute boutique motel. This place was very creative in design! The owner was super nice and they provided breakfast daily in a small cute basket. Our place came with 3 beds, kitchen, private balcony, parking space, bathroom. Also dog friendly, but they will charge you for your dog per night. If you don't like the wood cabin smell bring a candle. They also provide ear plugs which is great, you'll need them. read more

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This place was exactly what we hoped for! We were greeted by Raj, the property owner upon check in. He was very welcoming, informative, and friendly. The room, a single queen set up with a kitchenette, was the perfect size for my fiancé and me. We took a few minutes to look around and notice all the tiny details that made our room feel like home. The best part was opening the kitchen door to see the incredible view of the Idyllwild wilderness. We quickly settled in and then sat on the wooden deck to watch the clouds roll in while we enjoyed a cool beverage. We brought our own food in a cooler so we wouldn't have to leave for the night. However, 830 am is breakfast time at the bunkhouse. A gentle knock at the door let's you know a basket full of gifts has been left hanging on the doorknob for your enjoyment. It was a perfectly restful stay. We will definitely be coming back to stay here soon. read more

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I stayed here one night at the end of March with my dog, Thelma. Absolutely loved it! We came up from Hollywood to get some fresh air. The Bunkhouse itself is super easy to find on the way into the town Centre. Plenty of easy parking and Raj the owner, is super friendly. Check in process was super easy and the room was very clean. The bathroom was compact, but has everything you need including free makeup remover wipes which were actually a godsend for me. The water is super fresh and clear - ugh, I am in love. The kitchenette was great. Crockery and cutlery was clean and lots of options for coffee / teas if you fancied. The balcony door opens up to nature in the back and it was great to sit there in the sun and read for a small bit of time, also while Thelma sunbathed. There is a TV, fan, desk, chair and WiFi - so I was able to do some work during my stay which was fantastic. The bed was large and comfy and I could tell the linen was well looked after. The walls ARE paper thin, which meant my Thelma barked once or twice during the night due to other people making loud noises, but I assume she didn't wake anyone up because it sounded like everyone was already awake. Ha! It didn't bother me and there are ear plugs there if you need them. Oh and breakfast delivered in the morning was AMAZING. Home backed scone, fruit and a juice. YUMMY. I had a lovely chat with Raj (the owner) and his beautiful dog before I left and he is so friendly, welcoming and kind. We spoke about the town and the 'dog mayor' etc. I will absolutely be back and would recommend anyone come here for a night with their pups. read more

The Idyllwild Bunkhouse - Hotels Near Me - Idyllwild, California

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