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Apple Tree Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve

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Lobby sitting area
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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette | Fridge, coffee/tea maker
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Deluxe House, 3 Bedrooms | Living room | TV
Apple Tree Inn welcomes travelers to the scenic hills of Lake Cuyamaca. Enjoy mountain views from the terrace, dine at the on-site restaurant, and unwind with drinks at the bar. Attentive staff offers luggage storage for a hassle-free stay in this peaceful natural setting.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Deluxe Room, Accessible | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Room, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe House, 3 Bedrooms | Living room | TV

Deluxe House, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
  • 204 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Trundle Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe 1 bedroom suite with Kitchen-1 Queen bed upstairs | Living room | TV

Deluxe 1 bedroom suite with Kitchen-1 Queen bed upstairs

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe 1 bedroom suite with Kitchen-2 Queen Beds. Downstairs | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe 1 bedroom suite with Kitchen-2 Queen Beds. Downstairs

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Julian, Apple Tree Inn is in a rural area and in the mountains. Eagle and High Peak Mines and Santa Ysabel Mission are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve and William Heise County Park. Don't miss out on a visit to California Wolf Center. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and horse riding nearby.
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4360 Highway 78, Julian, CA, 92036

What's nearby

  • Julian Town Hall - 5 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Julian Pioneer Museum - 5 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • William Heise County Park - 16 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Lake Cuyamaca - 18 min drive - 14.1 miles

Getting around

  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Julian Beer Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dudley's Bakery & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pie Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Julian Hard Cider - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Julian Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Apple Tree Inn

Motel near Lake Cuyamaca
Located close to Menghini Winery and Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve, Apple Tree Inn provides a terrace, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Apple Tree Inn offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 40
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 49 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 65 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 49 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 65 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Apple Tree Inn Julian
Apple Tree Julian
Apple Tree Motel
Apple Tree Inn Motel
Apple Tree Inn Julian
Apple Tree Hotel Julian
Apple Tree Inn Motel Julian

Frequently asked questions

Is Apple Tree Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Apple Tree Inn allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 49 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Apple Tree Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Apple Tree Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 40 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 11:00 AM–2:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Apple Tree Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Apple Tree Inn located?

Situated in the mountains, this motel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve, Julian Pioneer Museum, and Menghini Winery. Eagle and High Peak Mines and Santa Ysabel Mission are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Apple Tree Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 488 out of 945 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 945 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 945 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 945 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 945 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elvira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a lovely cozy feel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying at this property. Will be staying here again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel is awesome rooms are nice Great amenities great location Always clean I keep coming back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and bed was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My second time here. Love the kick back feeling.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

shawn

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great getaway friendly staff clean room only missing a microwave otherwise full size Keurig and the bed was comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the property and the room We are definitely coming back to this adorable place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great location, quiet, close to Julian center.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hisashi

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I tried to fill the bathtub with hot water, the hot water came out of the shower (upper) even though I had switched the valve to the bathtub (lower). I think the switching valve is broken. The room was clean and everything else was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I went for my birthday this past weekend and it was perfect! We will definitely be coming back and will stay here everytime!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room and bath are spacious and clean. The staff is friendly and attentive. Great value for the price and frankly, better than expected from the "2 stars" rating on Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Hanni

Very rustic, no frills property. Bakery across the street was delicious in the morning
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendliest and most accommodating owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time. The check in and check out process was pretty smooth, and the place was very cozy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

The property was fine for location, price and cleanliness. The check in is a bit awkward as the manager didn't respond to my text, so I had to call. Then when she gave me a code to unlock the door, it turned out she neglected to tell me you have to push another button even though I asked if you needed to do anything besides numbers like a # sign. Fortunately another guest showed me how to get in the room using the key pad. There was a symbol besides the four numbers. He said he's been at that room befoer and the door keypad was a little difficult.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel, great price and very responsive staff. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised about Apple Tree Inn! We were staying in Julian for 2 nights, and we had a good time! The place was clean with a great rustic feel (no bugs either! We thought we would have to fight critters due to the area). It is right next and across the street from some restaurants so you have easy access to food, and staff were attentive (through messaging) if we ever stay again, we will definitely look into staying here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in process, comfortable and clean room. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, somewhat over-priced rooms in a beautiful quiet area. When walking nearby I saw deer in the grass and shared the road with a flock of wild turkeys.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

becky

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was very nice. However, we couldn't get anybody at the front desk to help us with anything.It was all via text and a phone call. And it was a little on the expensive side for what was provided.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Chaitali

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here while doing the Ride Across California. The location is perfect
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
B-E-A-UTIFUL
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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