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Joshua Tree National Park is one of the most amazing places to hike and explore in California, with panoramic views at every turn and inspiring landscapes that feel like a whole other world. There are various lodging opportunities around the park, including some really unique glamping accommodations in yurts, tents, cabins, dome homes, and campers.
Here is a sampling of the dreamy glamping rentals near Joshua Tree that you can book on Airbnb and Vrbo!
Dome in the Desert, Joshua Tree
This dome is not only one of the most popular Airbnb rentals in the entire Joshua Tree area, but it’s also a top dome rental in the U.S. It sleeps four guests and has two bedrooms and one bath. With a modern-bohemian vibe, the dome features many handcrafted items and is a place to stimulate the mind and spirit. It’s been featured in many magazines and highly in demand. To keep you comfortable, the dome has air conditioning, space heaters, and a wood-burning stove. Amenities provided include Wi-Fi, a full kitchen, coffeemaker, and hairdryer. The dome is on multiple acres of land, secluded from neighbors, and a few miles from Joshua Tree town center.
Wonderlust Airstream, Joshua Tree
You’ll love this highly-rated Airbnb Airstream camper that’s on five acres in a peaceful neighborhood. It’s a 27-foot Airstream close to Joshua Tree so you can enjoy scenic hikes, the natural landscape, and the comforts of home. The outside amenities include a Jacuzzi, cowboy tub, outdoor shower, wooden decks, BBQ, and more. Inside, you’ll have cooking basics, a toilet and shower, sheets, and towels. The camper works well for up to three guests and has a queen-size bed and a sofa bed. It also comes with a TV and Wi-Fi.
Casa Correcaminos - Handcrafted Glamping A-Frame, Joshua Tree
Casa Correcaminos is a glamping rental available on Airbnb that can accommodate up to 12 people. The rental includes a handcrafted A-frame on 2.5 acres of land. The A-frame sleeps two people in a full-size bed, but there is a campsite on the property that has enough space for more people in multiple tents. With the rental, you’ll have an outdoor bathroom to shower under the stars, an outdoor patio, a bonfire area, and a projector room for movies. You can explore all areas of the acreage and really feel like you’re getting away from city life here. The Airbnb host provides minimal amenities, so guests should plan to bring essentials like drinking water, a cooler, and extra blankets.
The Wandering Star Cabin, Joshua Tree
Up to three people can stay in the Wandering Star Cabin and enjoy being in a scenic Joshua Tree Highlands neighborhood. It’s a quiet retreat that offers quick access to downtown Joshua Tree and the national park because both places are about a 10-minute drive away. The sunrises, sunsets, and stargazing at night will give you an unforgettable experience during your stay. The bedroom has a queen-size bed and a sofa bed. The cabin also offers a back patio, fire pit, and EV charger.
The Rum Runner - A Modern Desert Homesteader, Yucca Valley
Four people can stay in this glamping cabin that is a modern take on the classic desert homesteader. Highlights of this Airbnb rental are the hot tub, Tesla charger, multiple fire pits, BBQ grill, Sonos sound system, multiple cowboy tubs, and outdoor stargazing daybed. It also has a fully equipped kitchen, a sunroom with a retractable glass wall, and a large shaded patio with outdoor dining space. The location of the cabin is at the end of a private driveway in a desert landscape. You will only be five minutes from town but also feel like you’re a world away.
Cabin Five Minutes from Joshua Tree Village, San Bernardino County
For up to three people, there’s the option of renting this Vrbo glamping spot that is a newly restored, 1950s homesteader cabin. It is less than five minutes from the center of Joshua Tree Village and about 15 minutes from the national park entrance. The home comes with a shaded patio picnic table, garage parking, and access to hiking right out the back door. You’ll be on 10 acres of natural landscaping and have your own kitchen for cooking meals. It is located on the same property as the owner’s home, but each house has its own separate space for privacy.
Stargazing Mongolian Yurt, Twentynine Palms
Stay in your own private yurt near Joshua Tree and enjoy endless desert views from here. This yurt accommodates up to four guests and has a sink, heated shower, toilet, picnic table, fire pit, and sink. There are plenty of comforts of home in this yurt, but it is really a place to disconnect from technology as well. The Airbnb host provides guests with propane for the BBQ grill, bedding, pillows, camp chairs, and electricity.
Casa Condesa, Minutes from Joshua Tree Park, Joshua Tree
Casa Condesa is a tiny home available to rent on Airbnb and near Joshua Tree. There is a bedroom inside with a queen-size bed and sofa bed. Overall, the interior is a studio-style space with a restroom, full kitchen, and living area. The tiny home is 10 minutes from the national park and on a half-acre lot that is surrounded by Joshua trees and cholla cacti. You’ll be in a calm neighborhood and love sitting outside on the porch or patio to soak up the mountain views.
Yurt Near Over 100 Joshua Trees with Epic Desert Views, Yucca Valley
Here’s a cool yurt Airbnb rental that is located on five acres of forest with over 100 Joshua trees. It is an energetic and whimsical property that is loved by artists. Up to six people can stay in the yurt and make use of the three bedrooms and two bathrooms. From this location, it is a 15-minute drive to downtown Joshua Tree and 20 minutes from the national park.
Artistic, Cool & Comfy Cabin Rental in Joshua Tree, Panorama Heights
Here is a Vrbo rental property that is a glamping option in Joshua Tree. This is an 850-square-foot cabin for two people that has a full bath, kitchen, and dining area. It’s one of two separate cabins at Green Acres Ranch on Mojave Desert land. It’s fun to relax here in the hammocks, lounge area, and around the fire pit. When you rent this cabin, you’ll be less than a mile from the national park boundary. Yet it’s still a peaceful and secluded place to stay when you want to take excursions into the park, Palm Springs, Coachella Valley, and other local attractions. Pets are welcome here but children are not allowed.
Big Blue – Family-Style Stargazing Yurt, Twentynine Palms
One of the most highly rated yurts in the Joshua Tree area is Big Blue, which accommodates six people and is about 20 minutes from the north entrance of Joshua Tree National Park. This yurt allows you to disconnect from your busy life and enjoy a desert paradise in an authentic Mongolian yurt. The rental comes with its own composting toilet, heated shower, sink, fire pit, and BBQ. There are a total of six yurts on this property, so another one may be available if this yurt is booked for your dates of travel. Other things to know about this yurt rental is that it includes camp chairs, bedding, and electricity for charging, A/C, and heat.
