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Turtle Back Mesa Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
Adults-only bed & breakfast with 2 hot tubs and free breakfast

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Palo Verde Room With Shared Shower - No Smoking in Rooms or on Grounds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Mesquite Room With Shared Shower - No Smoking in Rooms or on Grounds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Travelers find a peaceful mountain retreat at Turtle Back Mesa. The B&B serves breakfasts featuring local cuisine, offers deep-tissue massages and spa tubs for relaxation, and provides garden and outdoor pool areas with mountain views.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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Creosote Room - No Smoking in Rooms or on Grounds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Creosote Room - No Smoking in Rooms or on Grounds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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Highlights

Heating
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Palo Verde Room With Shared Shower - No Smoking in Rooms or on Grounds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Palo Verde Room With Shared Shower - No Smoking in Rooms or on Grounds

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Mesquite Room With Shared Shower - No Smoking in Rooms or on Grounds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mesquite Room With Shared Shower - No Smoking in Rooms or on Grounds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Bathrobes
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

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28700 Hot Well Road, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92241

What's nearby

  • Marriott's Shadow Ridge Golf Club - 30 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Acrisure Arena - 31 min drive - 19.6 miles
  • Desert Willow Golf Resort - 33 min drive - 20.3 miles
  • Palm Desert Country Club - 35 min drive - 18.0 miles
  • Indian Wells Tennis Garden - 37 min drive - 23.3 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 36 min drive
  • Bermuda Dunes, CA (UDD) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Brown Bag A Sandwich Shoppe And More - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪La Quinta Brewing Co. - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Shadows Restaurant - ‬28 min drive

About this property

Turtle Back Mesa Bed & Breakfast

Bed & breakfast in the mountains
Take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a garden at Turtle Back Mesa Bed & Breakfast. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 hot tubs, and indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a body scrub, or a body wrap. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a business center.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Barbecue grills and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at Turtle Back Mesa Bed & Breakfast boast comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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 must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Turtle Back Mesa Bed & Breakfast have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Turtle Back Mesa Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Turtle Back Mesa Bed & Breakfast?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Turtle Back Mesa Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Turtle Back Mesa Bed & Breakfast?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Turtle Back Mesa Bed & Breakfast located?

Situated in the mountains, this bed & breakfast is within 12 mi (20 km) of Sky Valley Golf Club, Willis Palms Trail, and Golf Club at Terra Lago. Spotlight 29 Casino is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) away.

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Turtle Back Mesa Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 60 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great comfortable stay

Earnest was an awesome host and very friendly and inviting. We only stayed one night but felt super comfortable and felt at home. We would definitely stay here again if in the area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and the room was clean and very comfortable. The property was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hosts Ernie and Marlyn were great. Breakfasts were excellent. The large naturally heated spa was fantastic and Ernie has it filled to the exact temp you want, a great place to sky watch

8/10 Good

Jermaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful and relaxing

This is a great place for couples to relax. The environment is peaceful and comfortable. Ernest is a warm and friendly host. He is hospitable, but non-intrusive. I’m glad that I returned to visit Turtleback Mesa. Despite the hot tube not working, it was still a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this place. Ernest was a wonderful host, made us a delicious breakfast, the day of our departure and urged us to use the wonderful mineral springs hot tub. One thing I would suggest is that Expedia change the location of this spot to Indio rather than Desert Hot Springs. It is a good 20 miles from Desert Hot Springs. Had our host not let us know ahead of time we would’ve gone directly there with no dinner and nowhere nearby too get dinner or groceries.

8/10 Good

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet place to relax out in the desert

This is a cozy quiet place to stay out in the desert. The on-site host was very sweet and attentive. The property was very clean and the room we stayed in was nice and roomy. My only suggestion would be to put up a shower curtain in the shower for privacy, a larger trash can for trash and a small fridge in the room for guest to store drinks, etc. Also the larger spa was empty and not ready to use as pictured on the listing. It would expect that all amenities would be available to use if they are listed when booking. We did enjoy our stay and plan to go back. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very good just what we needed for stagecoach
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ernest is a great host.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ernest is a great host. He made sure that we were comfortable in our short stay. The property was peaceful and does feel like home. We would stay here again if we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nino

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was such a charming place to visit. It was a pleasant change of pace from the sterile chain hotels I've stayed at in the past. There are only three rooms so it's pretty quiet and cozy. The hot water bath is probably the nicest I've used in the states. This location is situated out in the country away from bigger cities/towns so definitely bring what you need since its a bit of a drive to get any last minute items from the store.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Amber G.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An eclectic mix of artistry and natural hot springs makes this place a unique B&B... relaxing and rejuvenating. The shared shower is designed thoughtfully, creating a space that is both private and natural. Comfortable bed, warm shower, and a delicious breakfast. A communal style setup encourages new experiences and a nice setting for meeting other travelers for good conversation. The host was kind and welcoming, thank you Ernest!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful place to stay and relax. Ernest is a great host and wonderful person and goes above and beyond to make sure you are happy with everything. He even made us breakfast! The rooms are spacious and the hot spring pools are excellent. Highly recommend Turtleback Mesa!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner/host (Ernest) was wonderful And very attentive. We’re recommending it to our friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You cannot stay at a quieter place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ernest is a super friendly host, can’t ask for more.very quiet area with private hot spring jacuzzi. He waited for me and my daughter to come back at night time to made sure we are safely back to the hotel, and hot jacuzzi was ready for us when we returned. Very flexible hours, excellent home made bread. Definitely will recommend to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

saranathan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fairly remote so very quiet. The hot tub was excellent. The main house has a kitchen for cooking supper. The creosote room was great, very spacious and tastefully decorated. The shower was a bit weird (no curtains, water was lukewarm) but not a big deal.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

2/10 Terrible

naoaki

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I made 2 rooms. My one reservation was canceled by Expedia when I arrived hotel. So I requested to cancel another room but owner said MUST pay $27 to cancel. Why I have to pay his commission from my pocket even I didn’t stay there. And there were a lot of daphnia pulex in the pool. I will not recommend anyone this Turtle Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay out in God's country!

Ernest is the coolest old dude around & our stay out in the boonies was most excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

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