The whole place is technically one unit, with subdivisions made of walls that do not reach the ceiling and curtains. Even the kitchen and the common room are technically in the same space as the dorm beds (and some of the so called "private rooms". Therefore, there is no privacy feeling in the place, which also made me feel insecure. The lights in the bathrooms turn on with a movement detector, so when using the toilet/shower I had to actively make sure they would not turn off. The kitchen is not so spacious. There is no breakfast as they advertise here (but there is coffee), sometimes there are eggs from the chickens and they are free to use.

The hostel staff were nice and welcoming. The place is probably the only hostel in the area. There is a parking for place, which is important since public transport is almost non-existent in the area.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing to report here. I got what I needed in terms of a place to rest and a little interaction with others. So nothing to report,.

The interaction with others in a hostel is more personal than a hotel. It's a totally different experience which is what I'm looking for.

Stayed in February 2024

I wish there was a way to convey that you actually are not guaranteed the room you reserve as it’s not paid for until you arrive. The sleeping arrangements were a bit tight and awkward as there is not much privacy even in a private room. The walls while tall are not connected to the ceiling and they are thin. This did make for a quiet atmosphere at night I just found it hard to relax when coming in at bar close. It’s easy for everyone to hear everything that is going on throughout the main house. I wish I’d had known about the price structure and the option to book directly as this would have been a great place to stay for a long visit as I’m sure it would be very interesting to meet the broad range of people staying and working here.

This is very much a European type hostel and seems to provide very reasonably priced accommodations for those who are into the hostel atmosphere. There is an eclectic vibe and that must be experienced to understand. I felt safe and I’d recommend booking onsite just so you can select your accommodation and get a feel for pricing etc. I could see this being a good transitional living space for someone trying to find a place to live.

Stayed in January 2024

My mattress had poor quality, and there was a problem with the door of the caravan for opening.

The manager provided me with everything I asked for, and the price was reasonable.

Stayed in November 2023

The staff

The price

Stayed in June 2023

The head honcho or owner, someone who could take responsibility (not that they did) was finally there. For all the good it was.

I was glad that this time we were able to find answers from employees who were courteous and very helpful!

Stayed in May 2023

The roosters who crowed day and night! Hard to sleep when they're not in sync with mother nature. I didn't like the fact that we had to sleep with a big spider! Worst yet there was nobody there to report it to. Also it's very hot in this desert and we asked if they had ice. The fridge didn't have an ice maker so we went to buy some. We asked if we could put it in the freezer and we would share it with everyone. The answer was NO. The icing on the cake was the dirty bottom sheet! Looked like spilled split pea soup! For the price I'd book again. I'll bring raid and my own sheets.

The location was semi secluded yet everything you might need is very close.

Stayed in May 2023

The work trade staff people were awesome! Shout out to Gary!

Stayed in March 2023

Some people staying there were snoring very loudly and it was hard to get sleep due to that. The following night I wore ear plugs and I was fine.

Cheap, staff were kind and helpful

Stayed in February 2023

Good value. The chickens and cats were a nice addition, especially the eggs for breakfast. I went on a run from this location and felt very safe. The staff was nice, but beds were not super comfortable and the "walls" between each room don't keep out any sound--would definitely recommend bringing earplugs.

Stayed in February 2023

It is pretty noisy at night because the rooms/dorms are not really 'separate', so definitely bring earplugs and a sleeping mask (which are essentials for every hostel anyways). However, I think the price is a bit too expensive for the quality of the hostel.

It looked a bit sketchy, not like your average traveller's hostel, but the people were very nice and I had a good time there! I liked the garden with the chickens and the kitten was adorable as well. The location was good for hiking in Joshua Tree National Park!

Stayed in February 2023

if someone wood have giviven me a ride

never got breakfast

Stayed in December 2022

Loud construction and the older gentleman made me pay an extra $5 for using Venmo when they told me it wouldn’t be an extra charge and made a thing out of it so it was just a weird interaction as I was checking out:(

Gary was very nice but they will nickel and dime you for sure!It was clean and cheap so you get what you pay for and not much else. They had a kitty that was adorable and chickens that were so cute! Probably my favorite part of the place for sure;) I was in desperate need a place to sleep that night for an affordable price and that’s exactly what you get.

Stayed in December 2022

It was a great getaway for us and we like it's remoteness.

Stayed in September 2022

The location is a bit out of the way for someone without a vehicle. I was never offered breakfast, so I'm not sure that this hostel offered such a service. I did notice a sign in the kitchen offering free (raw) eggs, so this might have been the breakfast. The bed was okay, but I'm used to a firm mattress and would have slept better if the bed was more comfortable. It would be extremely helpful to add some hooks to the private room for hanging clothes and drying one's towel.

The folks running this hostel really seemed to care about their guests and this made me feel happy and welcomed. The place was clean (much cleaner than I had expected), and the private room I was offered was small but cozy and inviting. Clean bedding and a fresh towel were highly appreciated. I felt peaceful while staying at this hostel and would definitely recommend others to try.

Stayed in May 2021

Needed a window in my room. Fan helped.

Little contact with other guests making the visit more unique.

Stayed in May 2024

Overcast. Crashpod seemed desolate when I arrived. Just a little too far and late to commute from my downtown meetings by bus, so on meeting night I stayed with people who booked a room at the Renaissance, a glam Palm.Springs experience..

Private room seemed unnecessary until the weekend when Crashpod filled up. Bus 2 to Palm Springs. Friday night the hostel filled the refrigerator with food for guests. Nearby store. Security was tight. I.appreciated Crashpod's authenticity of place in the desert, and not just staying in the center of town. Not having to make a choice,, the chance to stay at Crashpod seemed uniquely awesome.

Stayed in May 2024

Crash Pod is a reliable and interesting place to stay for people looking for an experience beyond the norm.

Stayed in April 2024

Great staff, very kind and welcoming.

Stayed in April 2024

Bait and switch. They advertised (and I reserved) a single room with garden view. I get there and am told that what I reserved was a car to sleep in. After protesting that was not correct, I asked if I could pay the advertised difference I'm price to get an actual room with a bed. The price difference on their wall for a room was $45. Then I was told, no, it is the weekend and the single room costs $80. I had no other place to stay so I paid. But they said only way to pay was venmo so I can't even contest the charge on a credit card. The "room" didn't have walls that went to the ceiling. So any sound or light in the main room came into my room. The mattress was lumpy and sagged. A cat inside (not disclosed) woke me in the middle of the night meowing to get out of the place. And the bathroom was filthy. I felt taken advantage of and couldn't wait to leave.

The only redeeming thing was that the water was hot.

Stayed in March 2024

Staff was helpful

Showers had ice cold or scalding hot water. Kitchen available but no bowls or dishes. People up making noise (fire alarms) late and early. Children honking car horns in parking lot until 11PM.

Stayed in March 2024

Confusion with email correspondence

Stayed in March 2024

The breakfast were just two eggs per person to pick up from the chicken who ran outside the house. Unfortunatelly this is not a breakfast which is enough for me, so we went out for breakfast in the morning. I would not offer a breakfast like this! The location was a mess, lots of stuff and rubbish outside the house and it looks like a dump!

Stayed in February 2024

Noisy, too bright at night no breakfast

No breakfast provider. No.one around to answer question about breakfast.

Stayed in November 2023