Reviews of Turtle Back Mesa Bed and Breakfast
28700 Hot Well Road, Indio, CA 92241, United States
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Reviewed: 4 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewI loved everything about this place. Ernest was very kind and genuine. The place offered a relaxing, peaceful environment and was in a great location. I am looking forward to visiting again.
Reviewed: 28 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe home is magical. Ernest makes you feel so special and has such warm energy. The sweetest person you will ever meet truly! It’s in nature it’s call and relaxing. Everything is so clean and well kept. Great place to stay and will be staying everytime I come for festival season
I liked every single thing. There wasn’t nothing I disliked which is rare for me!
Reviewed: 14 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewSuch a peaceful desert getaway! It's not too far if you're going to Coachella or Stagecoach. Super quiet at night so you can get a full rest after a long day. Earnest the host was such a sweet gentlemen taking good care of all the guests. This place feels just like home. Totally recommend!! We will come back!
Reviewed: 19 May 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewIt is a gorgeous one of a kind property
There was nothing wrong with the property. It was perfect!
Reviewed: 3 May 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewAuthentic. Friendly staff, Ernest was awesome!
Reviewed: 2 May 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 April 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewOur host Ernest was most friendly and helpful. He was also very interesting to talk to. His cat Goldilocks was a real character, a true lover.
Per the website, we thought we were booking a B&B in Indio, CA to attend the PNB Paribas Tennis Open in Indian Wells. Not so. Turtle Back is actually located in Indio HILLS, which is miles from Indio.It took us nearly a half-hour to get from theB&B to Indio.
Reviewed: 27 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewPerfect location in the hills away from distractions. Beautiful setting with outdoor space, hot tub and artistic touches throughout. Ernest was so helpful in giving us info about the area and places to go. His breakfasts were great and varied from day to day. He was a great host.
Shared shower. The people in the next room created a minor floor in our bathroom.
Reviewed: 9 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewThe owner/host was beyond excellent. Ernest is a delightful man with wonderful stories to share about his beautiful property and its history. He made my husband and I a delicous breakfast in the morning that we enjoyed in the kitchen with him as he cooked. The 3 bedroom B & B is private and wonderfully peaceful and set off the beaten path just enough. Ernest gave us great directions to drive to the little local town where we went to a very authentic Mexican restuarant and then on the way back we stopped at the OASIS (ask Ernest about it) which is worth checking out to walk off that great Mexican food! Ernest is a dream host. We will definitely go back. Its worth mentioning that there is a 'clothing optional' policy at the property, so if other guests chose to swim or soak in the hot tub naked, just know that is a possibility. The night we were there we were the only guests so it never came up.
Nothing comes to mind. I forgot to get a picture with Ernest which makes me a little sad......
Reviewed: 6 December 2023 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewThe hot springs pool, the view and the pool.
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Reviewed: 23 July 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 11 June 2023 · Stayed in June 2023
Verified reviewHome away from home once we stepped on the property! Breakfast was delightful and relaxing every morning, and Ernest is a top-notch, thoughtful host. We are looking forward to returning!
I really loved everything about it from start to finish! Turtle Back Mesa is the perfect place for some rest and relaxation! I have zero complaints!
Reviewed: 23 May 2023 · Stayed in May 2023
Verified reviewThe comfort and peacefulness of our stay. Upon arrival our host welcomed us warmly and was so kind. He treated us like a family member. Very gracious and kind!
Nothing to say, it was a perfect stay!
Reviewed: 14 May 2023 · Stayed in May 2023
Verified reviewHost, breakfast, property
Reviewed: 28 February 2023 · Stayed in February 2023
Verified reviewWe were going to Joshua Tree State Park and looking for a B&B close by. We thought Turtle Back looked interesting so we booked it. We have stayed at B&B's all over the country, over 50 of them, and I'd rate this one in the top 3. Ernest was one of, if not the, best and most gracious hosts we've ever met. His home is fantastic, our room was large, clean, and bright. Everything in the bath and room were first class. Ernest has a magnificent property and the natural mineral hot spring is amazing. He had the hot tub filled each night for us to enjoy. If you're looking to get away from EVERYTHING and just enjoy peace and quiet, you have found the right place. Ernest also recommended two fabulous restaurants to have dinner and helped to recommend things to see at the park. His home made breakfasts were great and he really makes you feel at home. Nancy and I will be returning and there's no place else I'll even consider to stay.
Nothing, everything was fabulous.