Name: Turtle Back Mesa Bed and Breakfast
Address: 28700 Hot Well Road, Desert Hot Springs, CA
Telephone: (888) 420-1647
Rating: 4.75

Exceptional

Liked: I 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.

Perfect getaway go a magical...

Liked: The 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
Disliked: I liked every single thing. There wasn’t nothing I disliked which is rare for me!

Exceptional

Liked: Such 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!

I had the loveliest time...

Liked: It is a gorgeous one of a kind property
Disliked: There was nothing wrong with the property. It was perfect!

If you want peace &...

Liked: Authentic. Friendly staff, Ernest was awesome!

Exceptional

Superb

Good

Liked: Our 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.
Disliked: 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.

Very good

Liked: Perfect 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.
Disliked: Shared shower. The people in the next room created a minor floor in our bathroom.

We will go back even...

Liked: The 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.
Disliked: Nothing comes to mind. I forgot to get a picture with Ernest which makes me a little sad......