The Grand Idyllwild Lodge Review

  • Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA
  • mid-scale Hotel
  • Suite Bliss

" Nestled among the trees on over two acres of land, at an elevation of 5,600 feet, near Pine Cove, The Grand Idyllwild Lodge is an unforgettable boutique luxury lodge. Located at the “top of the town” this breathtaking lodge features panoramic views of the pristine, idyllic San Jacinto Mountains, including a majestic backdrop of the monoliths Lily Rock and Tahquitz Peak." - The Grand Idyllwild Lodge


4.05

Great

Based on weighted review scores.

Hotel rating breakdown

Bed Comfort icon

Bed Comfort

4.5
Gym icon

Gym

3
WiFi icon

WiFi

5
Location icon

Location

4.5
Pool icon

Pool

3
Room Amenities (TV, Fridge etc.) icon

Room Amenities (TV, Fridge etc.)

4
Cleanliness icon

Cleanliness

4
Service icon

Service

4
Value icon

Value

3

Bottom Line

What we loved

  • Spacious room with spacious bathroom.

  • The room has two comfortable seating at the foot of the bed.

  • Small boutique hotel with 12 rooms.

  • Great location in Idyllwild-Pine Cove. Close to Idyllwild town center, which is a 15-minute walk.

  • One one-site charge point.

  • Comfortable bed

  • Plenty of communal seating (inside and outside).

  • Breakfast included in rate.

  • While slow, the lodge has an elevator to access the 3 floors.

  • Putt-putt & outdoor swing

  • Fast internet (110 Mbps).

What we did not like

  • Doors don't have peepholes, can't see who is knocking before opening the door

  • After-hours check-in is an envelope with your name and room taped to the front door, which felt unsafe. (Albeit there was a ring camera, that hopefully was recording).

  • Minimal staff onsite, have to text/call with any issues.

  • The in-room fireplace was cosmetic, a possible pro for some.

Hotel Technology & Amenities

Excellent

Internet Speed

110 Mbps

Good for:

Web Browsing

Emails

Zoom Meetings

Streaming Music

Streaming Youtube

Streaming HD Movies

Streaming 4k Movies

Streaming Video Games

Tech Available

USB Ports

HDMI Port

In-Room TV

Chromecast / Smart TV

Wired Internet Port

Bluetooth Speaker / Connectivity

Booked a one-night stay in the Suite Bliss at the Grand Idyllwild Lodge directly for $324.50. Note this 12-room hotel has a two-night minimum with check-in Friday & Saturday, one-night with check-in Sundays through Thursdays.

While the room was spacious, the after-hour check-in process felt unsafe, and the breakfast was limited. I would stay here again if I was able to stay during the weekend with more breakfast options and check in between 3 - 5 pm to work with the staff.

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