29 Palms Inn

About

Historic Inn, located at the 9,000 year-old Oasis of Mara in the Mojave Desert, California. Adobe Bungalows & Wood Frame Cabins, Restaurant & Organic Garden. Est. 1928

Story

Established in 1928 at the historic Oasis of Mara in Twentynine Palms, the 29 Palms Inn has welcomed guests to the beautiful Mojave Desert for almost a century.

This 9,000-year-old natural desert oasis was first settled by the Serrano Indians, who named it Mara to mean “the place of little springs and much grass”. Guests can explore the grounds, and learn more about the cultural and historical significance of the Oasis during walking tours, offered on Saturday & Sunday mornings, led by the Inn’s own desert naturalist, Pat Flanagan.

Across the 70-acre property, looking out to the mountains of Joshua Tree National Park, the 29 Palms Inn offers an eclectic mix of guest accommodations. Family owned and operated for five generations now, the Inn offers a kind of retreat that’s hard to compare with other places. You’ll stay not in one of a hundred cookie-cutter rooms, but one of a few wood frame cabins built in the 1920’s, or adobe bungalows from the 1930’s. For those looking to stay a little longer, full amenity guest houses and vacation rentals are also available. While no two guest quarters are alike, they all promise comfort, relaxation, and stunning desert views.

The vibrant poolside restaurant at the Inn is open daily for lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch, with a fresh menu that specializes in seafood, steaks, daily pasta specials, and great vegetarian options. Sourdough bread is baked daily on premise, all soups, dressings, and desserts are house made, and everything grown in the organic garden called Faultline Farm is used in the kitchen. There’s a full bar that includes a great wine list, local beer on tap, and fantastic seasonal handcrafted cocktails. Look forward to live music every night of the week, and rotating art exhibits showcasing local high desert artists.

Minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, and an hour from the Mojave National Preserve, the 29 Palms Inn is your getaway into the California Desert. It is also your gateway into the thriving art scene of the high desert. Located at the west end of the property is the 29 Palms Creative Center & Gallery, the vibrant working studio of artist and family member Gretchen Grunt. Drop in for pottery painting, sign up in advance for a workshop or class, and plan a little creative time for your next vacation.

Hotel Reservations Office Hours:
8:00am - 8:00pm Daily

Restaurant Hours:
Lunch: 11:00am - 2:00pm Monday - Saturday
Dinner: 5:00pm - 9:00pm Sunday - Thursday
5:00pm - 9:30pm Friday & Saturday
Brunch: 9:00am - 2:00pm Sunday's

Our restaurant seats on a first come, first serve basis. We welcome you to call ahead 30-40 minutes before you plan on arriving to speak with our host. We will happily update you on how busy we are, and if there is a wait list we will put your name on it. 760-367-3505