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Apple Tree Inn

2.0 star property
Mountain motel in Julian with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Lobby sitting area
Deluxe House, 3 Bedrooms | Living room
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette
Deluxe House, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
Unwind in the scenic hills near Lake Cuyamaca at Apple Tree Inn, where a warm welcome awaits. Enjoy breathtaking views from the terrace, savor a meal at the restaurant, or grab a drink at the bar. With helpful staff and luggage storage available to make your stay seamless.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free parking

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is CA $164
CA $177 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23

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Deluxe Room, Accessible

Deluxe Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe House, 3 Bedrooms | Living room

Deluxe House, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
  • 204 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Trundle Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe 1 bedroom suite with Kitchen-1 Queen bed upstairs | Living room

Deluxe 1 bedroom suite with Kitchen-1 Queen bed upstairs

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe 1 bedroom suite with Kitchen-2 Queen Beds. Downstairs | Private kitchen

Deluxe 1 bedroom suite with Kitchen-2 Queen Beds. Downstairs

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Exterior

Julian Lodge

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 69 reviews
The price is CA $178
CA $193 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
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About the area

Map
4360 Highway 78, Julian, CA, 92036

What's nearby

  • Julian Pioneer Museum - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Julian Town Hall - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Menghini Winery - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Lake Cuyamaca - 15 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 56 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Julian Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pie - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pie Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dudley's Bakery & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Julian Station - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Apple Tree Inn

Apple Tree Inn is a great choice for a stay in Julian. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible van parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Terrace
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 65 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 49 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Apple Tree Inn Julian
Apple Tree Julian
Apple Tree Motel
Apple Tree Inn Motel
Apple Tree Inn Julian
Apple Tree Hotel Julian
Apple Tree Inn Motel Julian

Frequently asked questions

Does Apple Tree Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Apple Tree Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Apple Tree Inn?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 49 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Apple Tree Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Apple Tree Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge of USD 40 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Apple Tree Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking.

Are there restaurants at or near Apple Tree Inn?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

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Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Service staff
Restaurant
Towns
Bathroom
Shower
Kitchen
Pizza

What guests liked

  • Good food options and restaurants are available nearby, with some even located on the premises. (10 reviews)
  • The property offers pet-friendly accommodations with easy access and welcoming atmosphere for pets. (5 reviews)
  • The air conditioner was efficient, easy to use, and not too loud. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

2/10 Poor

I would not stay here again. Room was pretty clean, but there were fleas in it. There were no towels and no hot water. The pool just outside the room doors is dug up, there are mounds of rubble piled around. Keurig coffee maker had water standing in it, rather nasty. There was only one other customer at the place. I texted the contact given for assistance during our stay, got no response.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

We chose this as it was pet-friendly and available on the spur of the moment. Check-in fellow was very friendly, place was clean. We had an excellent meal at Jeremy's On The Hill right next door. Notes: - Ask at checkin for the WiFi code, we could not find it. - And how to operate the HVAC. It's one of those universal symbol remotes that is easy once you know it but not obvious.
Eric, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Didn’t receive the room # and code via text as was stated in the initial text. Showed up at the front desk at 4 pm, it was open but no one there. Unable to check until 6pm after many many texts, phone calls and messaging through Hotels.com, After receiving a phone call telling me they were trying to reach me?!?! We returned to the hotel where the front desk person was kind and helpful. Room needed repairs (damaged bathroom door, needed paint), shower soap dispense fell onto my husband's foot after 1 minute in the shower and spilled slippery soap on the floor and in tub. TV had glowing spots on the screen. WiFi didn't connect.
Jill, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay for the most part. It was quiet and friendly management. Beds were great! Two things that would improve our stay would be a way to get hot water sooner and a small microwave would be nice for those leftovers.
Barbara, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had an amazing stay at the Apple Tree Inn in Julian, CA, from March 14th to 16th. From the moment we arrived, the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home. The service was outstanding—everyone went above and beyond to ensure we had a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The inn itself is charming, clean, and well-maintained, with a peaceful atmosphere that perfectly complements Julian’s small-town charm. The rooms were cozy, and the location was great—close to town but still quiet enough for a relaxing getaway. If you’re looking for a warm and inviting place to stay in Julian, we highly recommend the Apple Tree Inn. We’ll definitely be returning!
Matt, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Property is under construction the outside. Easy check in and room was clean. Everything we needed for a nights rest.
Lily, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Apple Tree Resort

The bed was not comfortable. Our heads felt like they were sloped donward from our feet. The pillows were too puffy. We used our own pillows. We enjoyed the room We were very happy with the place being petty friendly. Our pup enjoyed the large yard in the back. We enjoyed being central to Julian and Santa Ysabel. We hiked the Pacific Crest Trail up to Eagle Rock and explored Anza Borrego park. The staff were very friendly and provided very good service. I want to add photos but the app will not allow me?
Kenneth, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great service!
George, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beth, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Rosalie, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Valentine

Nice little getaway
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

There was smalls things that should be fixed in the hotel room. 1. TV had white spots through out the screen, which it made it hard to watch tv clearly. 2. The cable wire going into the room from the wall had an open electrical box exposed thru the drywall. 3. Shower curtain was moldy and tub appeared to be dirty and dingy as well. 4. How I am grateful that you supplied shampoo and conditioner. The dispensers did not work. 5. Headboard was lose and everytime you moved in the bed it would bang the headboard into the wall. We hung a towel between the wall and the headboard and that seemed to help. 6. The mattress was so soft or broken down that it sagged in the middle and now I have had back issues ever since.
Shannon, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Dominick, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

It's ok

I'm not a fan of the electronic check in and out but I'm sure a lot of people are. The room was clean and the bed very comfortable. We ran the water for 5 minutes and couldn't get any hot for showers which was annoying. It's a good location.
nancy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

9/10 - Would Stay Again

Easy check-in process, quiet environment, comfortable beds and in the cold later evening/night the heater was a welcomed, awesome and easy to work amenity. The smart TV had all of the apps which was fantastic with no issues. I loved that tasty restaurants are within walking distance (very convenient) and downtown is only 3 miles up. I stayed one night. The only thing I had to take a star off for is the water in my room took a very long time to heat up, the water pressure was low in the shower, and didn't get hot. Other than that, I was comfortable and enjoyed my stay. Knowing all of this, I would still come back.
Kristin, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Stay was good and comfortable. But the tv did not work and no hot water in the place
Kyle, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Shelby, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Roanne, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Friendly staff. Rooms were clean
lisa, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay in Julian. Quiet, close to restaurants and tap rooms. East access to main road as well.
Seung, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

It would be great to have hot water quickly rather than wait ten minutes with the water running.
Carlos, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Office was closed however we called the owner and he gave us the code and room number. The room was updated and really cute.
Carole E, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

There were only a couple of channels on cable that worked. Also, instructions on how to work heater, remote, etc. would be helpful. Otherwise, place was clean and nice!
Dana, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Some good and not so good

The good part: fresh and clean with comfortable beds and fairly roomy for a kitchenette. The not so good part: broken toilet seat, difficulty getting into unit with code, difficulty operating heating unit, property hangers which are too large for the closets. The property is keyless and for some reason does not include with instructions and the code to use what key to enter to then open the door- requiring phone contact with the property which didn't answer on the first ring. The heating unit worked fine but there are no instructions and one of the workers who happened to be walking by was able to show me how to use it. The issues are simple little fixes which I'm unsure why the property hasn't already attended to. Would I stay here again? Maybe. But I sure would look around to see what else might be available to me first.
Nicholas, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jingzhu, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review