Joshua Tree Container Resort
Wellness Inn and Spa
One-of-a-Kind, High End
Desert Wilderness Experience
Custom designed by artist John Henry Jones, the El Ranchito Wellness Inn and Spa is unlike any other desert getaway; a place for artists, writers, musicians, meditators, yoga enthusiasts, athletes, and Joshua Tree National Park visitors. Located right outside of Joshua Tree, CA.
The Resort
El Ranchito’s Joshua Tree Wellness Inn and Spa is designed to create a beautiful, quiet, secluded, meditative, inspirational, and one-of-a-kind retreat and wellness center. Three standalone units are combined to create one sui generis huge hacienda. Our guests have full run of the five acre ranch, including the outdoor jacuzzis, lap pool, outdoor showers, and patio areas.
“A container park, desert retreat for the artist in all of us”
— John Henry Jones (Artist and Creator of El Ranchito’s Joshua Tree Wellness Inn and Spa)
Services + Amenities
Massage and Spa Packages
Guided Fat Sand Tire Sand E-Bike Tours Available
Pool and Spas
ATV GuidedTour Experiences Available
Outdoor Gym
Company and Team Events
Yoga and Group Retreats
Weddings and Other Events
What People Are Saying
Where do I begin! The moment I stepped out of my car I was blown away by the desert scenery and how peaceful the area was. Built out of containers, the Skybox Suite has 360 incredible views off of the main deck and 2 balconies! Waking up to birds chirping and the amazing sunrise was one of the highlights. Reading a book and relaxing in the hammock palapa, to drinking my coffee in the morning on the deck, this is a place you don’t experience often. A group of friends and I went on an ATV Tour with the host, Steve, and it was my favorite part about the trip. At night we lounged and relaxed in the hot tub and watched the stars. We all want to go back already! You can’t beat this place, it is unreal! You need to stay here!
— Sierra
“This place really has an amazing setup. Plenty of public amenities to be shared amongst the neighboring stays, but very rarely bumped into or saw anyone else on the property. The views from this upper container are spectacular and you truly cant beat the sunrise or sunset. Sitting on the elevated deck with a cup of coffee in the morning or a glass of wine with the fire table in the evening were highlights of the stay. This is a good place to stay and we really do see ourselves coming back.”
— Gordon
“My group stayed here for 10 nights. We used it as a working retreat from the rest of the world. I found my perfect outdoor office for various times. The table by the hammocks is perfect for the early morning and evening. The community fire table is perfect in the afternoon. The south facing balconies are also perfect in the afternoon. The big balcony with fire pit & grill were perfect for dinners for 4, and on one occasion, dinner for 6. Steve was amazing with accommodating any number of special requests. All I had to do was communicate respectfully. I think my group found a way to appreciate every shaded space available, and there were all amazing. I really loved hammock happy hour, sunrise French-press coffee, and afternoon hot tub breaks. The whole space was carefully curated to reach optimum chill vibes. I do not have all of the words to describe how much I enjoyed my time here. If you’re planning to stay here and hike for a day or two, plan an extra chill day. You’ll be glad you took the time to sit and appreciate the beauty all around.”
— Rachel
