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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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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 July
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Twentynine Palms in July
Estimated hotel price
$103
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 54 km 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 San Francisco and takes around 1h 38m.

Car

Another option to get to Twentynine Palms is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 208 km from Twentynine Palms. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, 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 54 km 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 San Francisco and takes around 1h 38m.

Car

Another option to get to Twentynine Palms is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 208 km from Twentynine Palms. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Twentynine Palms

ONTOntario
CLDSan Diego Carlsbad-Palomar
PSPPalm Springs

Airlines serving Twentynine Palms

Lufthansa
Good (8,031 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,010 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,416 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,398 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,964 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,596 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,766 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (922 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,575 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,802 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,105 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,401 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,445 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,433 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,985 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,527 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,929 reviews)
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Where to stay in Twentynine Palms

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Twentynine Palms- Joshua Tree By IHG and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Twentynine Palms-Joshua Tree 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, 1275 reviews)
$140+
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El Rancho Dolores at JT National Park
2 stars
Excellent (8, 1570 reviews)
$87+
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Oasis Inn & Suites Joshua Tree - 29 Palms
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1410 reviews)
$142+
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9 Palms Inn
2 stars
Good (7.4, 736 reviews)
$72+
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Motel 6 Twentynine Palms
2 stars
Good (6.8, 2076 reviews)
$46+
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Starlight Inn & Suites Motel 29 Palms Joshua Tree National Park
3 stars
Good (6.7, 931 reviews)
$78+
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Renting a car in Twentynine Palms

Renting a car in Twentynine Palms costs $71 per day, on average, or $142 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, 22% more expensive than at Palm Springs.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Twentynine Palms, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Twentynine Palms costs $71 per day, on average, or $142 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, 22% more expensive than at Palm Springs.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Twentynine Palms, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.