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Crashpod Hostel

1.5 star property
Hostel with free parking, in the vicinity of Palm Springs Air Museum

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Microwave
Point of interest
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1 Twin Bed in a Mixed Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | Interior

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$79
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb

Explore the area

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16530 Vía Corto E, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92240
  • Sands Rv & Golf Resort
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Desert Hot Springs Town Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Miracle Springs Spa
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Room, 1 Top/Bottom Bunk Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Freezer
Oven
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

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1 Twin Bed in a Mixed Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

1 Twin Bed in a Mixed Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Freezer
Oven
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Private Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

Private Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Freezer
Oven
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Freezer
Oven
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Freezer
Oven
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Desert Hot Springs

At Crashpod Hostel, you'll be 11.2 km (6.9 mi) from Palm Springs Air Museum and 13.8 km (8.6 mi) from San Jacinto Mountains. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This hostel has free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a computer station. Other amenities include a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Desert Hot Springs hostel include Agua Caliente Casino and Coachella Valley Preserve - Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve.
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What's nearby

  • Desert Hot Springs Town Center - 2 min drive
  • Sea Mountain Resort Nude Spa - 6 min drive
  • Palm Springs Air Museum - 11 min drive
  • Palm Springs Convention Center - 14 min drive
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station - 12 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Palapa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Its Taste Of India - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Crashpod Hostel

Hostel with free parking, in the vicinity of Palm Springs Air Museum
As a guest of Crashpod Hostel, you'll find a vending machine, a garden, and a picnic area. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Crashpod Hostel also features a communal living room, a microwave in a common area, and a fridge in a common area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Desert Hot Springs hostel.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
Crashpod Hostel offers 5 accommodations with free toiletries and blackout curtains. This Desert Hot Springs hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20.00
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20.00

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Towels fee: USD 5 (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Crashpod Hostel Desert Hot Springs
Crashpod Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Crashpod Hostel?

Yep, Crashpod Hostel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Crashpod Hostel?

As of 19 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crashpod Hostel on 20 Feb 2025 start from AU$79.43, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Crashpod Hostel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Crashpod Hostel?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Crashpod Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Crashpod Hostel?

There isn't one on site, but Sands Rv & Golf Resort is a short 18-minute walk away.

Crashpod Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 82 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lydia

Business traveller
I enjoyed the fresh eggs and the washer/ dryer I enjoy your he chickens wondering frr along with the cats,, I do NOT enjoy dogs very well or at I do not care for dogs to close
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Karolina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What can I say, this is not a typical hostel for a young traveler when he/she is traveling on a budget, trying to stay safe, in a clean and comfortable space where there’s a sense of community and an opportunity to meet new and interesting people. This is more like a combination of halfway house with low income people where half of guests is either drunk or stoned, some people “volunteer” there for “room and board”, but except for one lady it’s really hard to say what they really do there. The house is a dirty shack, with plywood walls separating rooms, hair and dead bug laying on the shower floor in the bathroom, a pile of dirty dishes sitting in the sink, everything grimy and sticky to touch. Mattresses in the bedroom were still wrapped in plastic, I didn’t feel comfortable using their sheets, so I slept in my own sleeping bag. Expedia also mentioned free breakfast but there was no breakfast. And the cost was high, I expected much higher quality for $65 a night. I could stay in a nice motel for this price. I really don’t recommend this place and I would never stay there again, even if someone paid me.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Rodney

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Juan

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

James

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Roach-infested Fire Hazard
There were roaches. Then, you couldn’t use the light switches because they had probably illegally remodeled and bypassed the house’s original floor plan by erecting plywood walls to make “bedrooms.” They ignored the fire code by plugging extension cords into other extension cords. Also, the smoke detectors were either removed or didn’t have batteries.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I would have brought food for the pets.
I really enjoyed the wild hosts. They really come alive at night. I met up with the cat right before leaving and you’d barely recognize it since it looks like skin and bones during the day. At night, it resembles a fat cat without loose skin or rolls. Wish I would have known that there were going to be chickens around. I would have brought food. You also need change for the laundry machines. The place was nice and cozy. I kept to myself. It was in good condition when I arrived. I would have used new mops or t shirts in each room for mopping.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Veronica

Hen and Kitty house
Best staff included two cats and over eight chickens. They decorated the entry and greeted right away. You wouldn’t recognize them at night. Don’t forget to bring them brand new and sealed food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

jan

I made a reservation for May 4 for one night and when I arrived, they told me the room was not available and I could not stay there. I need a credit for this reservation. Please advise.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

vera

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to our destination. Outside the facility dirty,we didn't get no towels place looks old outdated,there was a roach in our room, bed uncomfortable more like a camping cot
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anja

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ravi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value! I got my own room and the basics. I was able to get in despite arriving later than planned thanks to a helpful on site manager. It's about 25 minutes from Indian Wells if you're considering it for the tennis tournament. Bathrooms are shared but clean and I was happy with the overall experience. Recommend earplugs if you're a light sleeper (I had a snorer next door and the private rooms are not noise proof due to incomplete walls).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Daria

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Douglas

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Joseph

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not what we were expecting at all
I want to make it clear that the two of us have stayed in hostels multiple times - both separately and as a couple - so this review is taking into account the fact that Crashpod is not a hotel and isn't pretending to be one. That being said, the room that we booked was not at all what we were expecting. It was tiny, almost closet-sized, with a cot for a bed. You can see this from the pictures, but I still wanted to include it as context. The room was described as "private" but I would disagree with this description - the doorway had large gaps above and below the door, presumably for ventilation, which make it possible to see, hear, and smell the other guests. There were also no windows and the room was extremely hot and stuffy, despite the fact that it was only around 65 degrees outside. Also, other guests had clearly been smoking inside the hostel and the entire room reeked. I don't have a ton to say about the other facilities - the hostel itself was cute and seemed clean enough, the staff that we spoke with were friendly and somewhat helpful - because we ultimately decided not to stay. I gave the hostel a head's up that we were not satisfied with the room and I was not offered any kind of refund, which is why I feel the need to write this review. I hope others booking these private rooms understand what they are getting into before paying.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dirty did not get what i paid for i did no not look like the property. I could not stay there it was filthy one guy was on drug's or was drunk he was manger .no one in their right mind would stay there the room did not have blinds or curtains on window walls dirty no sheets on bed .the bathroom was nasty .i was not told no refund till i paid for it .
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Craig

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is an extremely basic accommodation. Be prepared for cats, chickens, and "interesting" folks you share the space with. Travel light and keep your stuff with you. Slept with my stuff in my bunk with me. I would do it again though, just be aware before you go what to expect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Peter

Disliked: Staff & service
Not what I was expecting
Room was not what was expected. It was an internal room with no windows. bed was 2 single bed frames with a piece of wood on top and an extremely thin mattress on top. The only furniture in the room was a plastic chair with a small light on it. The door had gaps above and below it. Bathrooms looked clean but i chose not to stay and went elsewhere. Staff member was very unsure of which room i was in and wrote front door and room lock codes on a scrap of paper and gave it to me.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The chickens where friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024