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What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Twentynine Palms travel guide

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You're Going to Love Twentynine Palms

With a population of 25,048, Twentynine Palms is a must-see destination in California, United States. Twentynine Palms deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Twentynine Palms

If you’re looking for affordable options, Kitchen in the Desert (6427 Mesquite Ave) and grnd sqrl (73471 29 Palms Hwy) are great picks.

When to visit Twentynine Palms

Twentynine Palms in January
Estimated hotel price
$137
1 night at 3-star hotel
Twentynine Palms in January
Estimated hotel price
$137
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Twentynine Palms in July, when the average temperature is 87.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 104 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 0.4″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Twentynine Palms, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Twentynine Palms

Plane

Although Twentynine Palms doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Palm Springs (PSP), which is located 34 miles from Twentynine Palms. Ontario Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, American Airlines, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Twentynine Palms departs from Oakland and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Twentynine Palms is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 129 miles from Twentynine Palms. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Twentynine Palms doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Palm Springs (PSP), which is located 34 miles from Twentynine Palms. Ontario Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, American Airlines, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Twentynine Palms departs from Oakland and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Twentynine Palms is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 129 miles from Twentynine Palms. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Twentynine Palms

ONTOntario
CLDSan Diego Carlsbad-Palomar
PSPPalm Springs

Airlines serving Twentynine Palms

Lufthansa
Good (8,239 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,578 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,238 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,461 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,611 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,669 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (973 reviews)
United Airlines
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Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,997 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,695 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,539 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,041 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,978 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,554 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,459 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
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Where to stay in Twentynine Palms

Average rates range from around $186 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $402 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Twentynine Palms- Joshua Tree By IHG and El Rancho Dolores at JT National Park.

Where to stay in popular areas of Twentynine Palms

Most booked hotels in Twentynine Palms

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Twentynine Palms- Joshua Tree By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1292 reviews)
$133+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Twentynine Palms-Joshua Tree National Park
3 stars
Excellent (8, 893 reviews)
$180+
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El Rancho Dolores at JT National Park
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1582 reviews)
$91+
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RESET Hotel Joshua Tree National Park, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 29 reviews)
$172+
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Oasis Inn & Suites Joshua Tree - 29 Palms
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1415 reviews)
$131+
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Motel 6-Twentynine Palms, Ca
2 stars
Good (6.8, 2076 reviews)
$40+
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Renting a car in Twentynine Palms

Renting a car in Twentynine Palms costs $63 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Palm Springs.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Twentynine Palms (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50. Compact (Nissan Sentra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Twentynine Palms, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Twentynine Palms costs $63 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Palm Springs.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Twentynine Palms (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50. Compact (Nissan Sentra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Twentynine Palms, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.