If you have Joshua Tree on your radar. You know the place. That weird, wonderful desert that feels like another planet. And if you want to stay somewhere that isn’t a generic chain hotel, but isn’t roughing it in a tent either, there is news.
The RESET Hotel is now bookable using Marriott Bonvoy points.
This isn’t just a random update. It is a specific, practical shift in how you can access this high-desert hotspot. If you are planning a trip to see the giant rock formations and those twisted Joshua trees, you can now trade points for a night here. No cash needed. Just points. And maybe some patience with the booking engine.
Why RESET Hotel stands out in the Outdoor Collection
RESET is the newest addition to the Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy. That program launched in September 2025, focusing on properties where nature meets comfort. RESET is the first entirely new build to join since the launch.
It sits in Twentynine Palms. California. Just five minutes from the north entrance to Joshua Tree National Park.
When it opened last July, it was a big deal. It was the first new hotel in town in 15 years. So, what is it?
It is not glamping. You will not be sleeping on hay bales. It is not a standard brick-and-mortar hotel, either. Think modular.
There are 65 rooms. They look like shipping containers. They sit on 180 acres of harsh, beautiful high desert. The design is minimalist. Contemporary. It uses natural colors. The goal is an indoor-outdoor flow. You are supposed to feel the desert.
“RESET strikes that balance perfectly,” says Diana Plazas-Trowbridge from Marriott International. “It was created for travelers who want to immersethemselves in nature without giving up the comforts.”
What you actually get for your points
Let’s talk rooms. Because this is where the value proposition lands.
Every room has large glass doors. They open to private patios. Some patios face the national park. Some don’t. But all of them have the same gear: a Solo Stove fire pit. A daybed. And a stargazing platform.
The sky here is dark. Very dark. You need to be under it.
If you book a Mountain King Suite, you get an outdoor stone soaking tub. Seriously. Outside. Surrounded by cacti. It sounds cold. It looks perfect.
The common areas are built for doing nothing, which is a valid outdoor activity. You will find:
* Communal fire pits
* A saltwater pool
* A jacuzzi
* A sauna
* A cold plunge (because why not?)
* The Split Rock Cafe and Bar (serves all day)
* A co-working space
The co-working space is ironic. Once you are here, with those views and that fire pit, you will probably never open your laptop.
How to book and what it costs
This is the part people usually skip until the end, so pay attention.
Rates vary. In the off-season, specifically during the hotter summer months, prices start lower. Cash rates begin at $208 per night. Marriott Bonvoy points? That is 53,000 points.
If you have the points, this is a solid redemption. You are getting unique architecture, direct access to the park, and a property that isn’t fully booked a year in advance like some of the local resorts.
The Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy is designed for people who want creature comforts in the wild. It started with Postcard Cabins and Trailborn Hotels. Postcard Cabins has 29 locations. Rates start around 27,000 points. Trailborn is more boutique. It goes from North Carolina beaches to the Grand Canyon.
RESET fits that vibe. It has incredible access. It has thoughtful design. It connects you to the destination.
Is it worth the points?
Depends on your priorities.
If you want a room with a view of the park and a tub under the stars, this is likely one of your best options within the Marriott ecosystem. It is unique. It is new. And it is bookable without spending your credit card.
The desert is quiet. It waits for you. You can either drive past it to the next camp, or you can stay here.
The choice is yours. The points are ready if you need them.
