Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat & Spa

Hotels
9.4 (898 reviews)
34540 Engineers Road , Julian , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Beautiful views
Relaxing atmosphere
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Service inconsistencies
Room felt crowded

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
There were some issues mentioned regarding cobwebs and leftover food in the fridge.
Service
9.7
Staff was described as friendly and excellent, but there were some inconsistencies in service noted.
Location
10
The hotel offers a beautiful view of the lake and is conveniently located near Julian.
Room Quality
8.7
Some rooms felt crowded and there were mentions of older furnishings.
Amenities
9.7
The outdoor jacuzzi and spa treatments received positive remarks.
Value for Money
9.7
Overall value was deemed good, with a decent breakfast included.
Food and Beverage
8.7
Food was good, but the nearby pub had limited hours.
Overall Experience
10
Overall very positive experience, with guests appreciating the relaxing environment.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 02:51

Property Description

Tranquil Mountain Escape

Luxurious Amenities: Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat & Spa offers a range of luxurious amenities including a hot tub, fitness centre, and shared kitchen. Relax and rejuvenate in the serene garden or unwind in the shared lounge.

Comfortable Accommodations: Each guest room is thoughtfully equipped with a coffee machine, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning. Some rooms feature a cozy seating area, perfect for unwinding after a day of hiking or cycling.

Entertainment and Convenience: Enjoy a game of billiards or explore the picturesque surroundings known for hiking and cycling. With free WiFi, free toiletries, and a 24-hour front desk, your stay at Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge will be both entertaining and hassle-free.

Experience serenity and luxury at Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat & Spa. Book your stay now for a peaceful mountain getaway.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 898 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 9.7
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 9.7
Value for Money: 9.7
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 10
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Carl couple us
10
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Voss couple us
10
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Maria Clarissa family_with_children us
10
Refreshing and we had a reset
Pros:

It’s very beautiful and serene

Cons:

No food available nearby

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Larry couple us
9
Comfortable room,bed, nice decor
Pros:

Sarah was the main person we dealt with and she was extremely pleasant and helpful. The young lady who served our evening meal was also very pleasant and courteous

Cons:

The continental breakfast was sparse and barely worth the time it took to eat it

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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bruno couple fr
9
Calme et reposant
Pros:

Endroit très bien décoré qui en harmonie avec le paysage (calme et reposant).
Le personnel a été attentionné et nous a donné des conseils sur Julian.
A recommander surtout avec vue sur le lac

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Jimenez couple us
10
2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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DUPRE couple fr
8
Hôtel très calme dans un coin reculé en bord de lac
Pros:

Hôtel très original au bord d’un lac, paisible. Très propre et bien équipé. Le jacuzzi est très appréciable ainsi que la terrasse dans la chambre.

Cons:

Personnel présent mais peu visible, il faut appeler un numéro pour commander à manger

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Erik couple us
10
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Hans solo_traveller nl
7
Pros:

De rust

Cons:

De diner opties.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Jose couple us
9
Pros:

It was very peaceful and quiet. Place was beautiful. Hope to go back soon

Cons:

More options or variety when comes to breakfast.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Astorga solo_traveller us
10
Summer mini-vacation
Pros:

Everything was beautiful, it had so much attention to detail.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
D
digvijays983 Couples
10
Amazing romantic vacation stay
Pros:

I recently stayed at Quiet Mind resort for the first time for a couple of days for a vacation in San Diego. I absolutely loved the resort – it is quiet and remote, located in between beautiful mountains and a lake. You get breathtaking views from the rooms. If you are looking for a quite place to disconnect from hectic city life, this is the place to be. Adam, Sarah, and Bhushan are very attentive and take good care of you. They made my stay pleasant and I felt well taken care of. The same goes for the rest of the staff. The complimentary continental breakfast is a nice touch, and all the prepared meals are also quite good. There’s a lot of activities to do like hiking, biking, lake activities like kayaking etc. or you can just spend time in the resort itself to unwind with meditation or the jacuzzi. The aesthetics of the place is also beautiful, with a lot of wooden furniture, making it feel like a true hill station. I highly recommend staying here, and will definitely be visiting again.

2026-07-07 via Tripadvisor
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Samantha couple us
10
2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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I5164TBsamanthap Couples
10
Peaceful and relaxing stay
Pros:

This place was perfect to stay at. Right away I felt very relaxed and comfortable here. the best part is going to the hot tub at night and looking at all the stars. it was such a peaceful time. Will for sure be returning.

2026-07-06 via Tripadvisor
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Ivan couple mx
9
hermoso retiro de relajacion y comodidad con vistas al lago
Pros:

el entorno y la vista fantasticos, el motivo 'indio oriental meditativo' del alojamiento es muy bello

Cons:

como la cocina está en medio del alojamiento, olía mucho a comida (fuera de los cuartos)
el servicio de alimientos terminaba muy pronto (creo que 8 pm)

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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marianaaX1178DC Solo travel
6
Stunning view, not so clean room
Pros:

Overall the view is stunning and amenities that they offer (in theory) are nice. Everyone was pleasant, but unfortunately the pleasantry did not make up for issues.

I booked a 2 night stay in the "Peaceful Lake" room at $250/night with a massage $145 and sauna $45.

Room: was not clean and felt unsanitary, I couldn't fully relax.
-Bed backboard had an excessive amount of fingerprints and some sort of splatter. I ended up sleeping towards the foot of the bed instead.
-Robes provided in the room had hair in it, so I didn’t bother touching it.
-I understand it’s near nature but there was an excessive amount of spiders and ants throughout the room. While drifting off to sleep around 1am, two large spiders were above my head on the ceiling so I stayed awake till 3am when they finally moved across the room. I couldn’t set food or drinks down on any table without ants getting in it.
-Main room door had excessive dirty fingerprints.
-Fridge had a thick layer of dust/grime/prints.
-Bedroom table had a pile of unknown white crumbs.
-Shower smelled musty like mold.
-Porch seating was broken or coming apart. Definitely a safety hazard.
-With all that, you start thinking about how the shower carpet has probably never been cleaned, how maybe the sheets have not been changed out (especially that there were stains), and all the ways you're about to get sick.

Amenities: I pre-booked a halotherapy sauna and chakra massage. I also tried to order breakfast on my last day (which was my birthday).
-Halotherapy is where they turn on a couple salt rock lamps in front of the infrared room, it was not worth the cost. Also, they charged me $45, when online it was $40 and $35 pre booked. When pre-booking over the phone, they didn't explain why it was $45, when I asked Sarah on site, she tried to explain but thankfully she agreed to remove the charge.
-Chakra massage did not use any crystals at all. Amy was very lovely though and utilized other massage methods. The table and setup was pretty uncomfortable, not her fault.
-Breakfast ordered was described as runny eggs, crispy potatoes and fresh avocado. The eggs were overdone, potatoes soggy and the avocado was brown. I notified them, they said they'd fix it... when the woman came, it was a small plate of just more brown avocado. Apparently they misunderstood. By that time I just wanted to leave, so I gave them back everything. There were only 3 items and 2 things to actually cook, I'm not paying $25+20% service fee for that. The chai latte was good and they didn't charge me for it which I appreciated!

Booking: I tried to reach out through their phone number provided and email portal, with no response. I finally had to email their INFO address to get a hold of someone.

Sadly my birthday stay was very disappointing. If the room was actually clean, I would consider returning for the view alone. I appreciated the staff's efforts, but it wasn't enough.

2026-07-02 via Tripadvisor
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Miguel couple us
9
Great stay
Pros:

Clean, comfy and quiet

Cons:

Rooms need a little TLC

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Wendy couple us
9
Pros:

Beautiful area, friendly people exceeded our expectations

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Tim solo_traveller de
3
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Jennifer couple us
8
The staff was very nice and accommodating. I liked the Buddhist vibes. And the hiking trails nearby were very nice.
Pros:

The location and proximity to Julian. Never really explored this part of socal. I loved the hot tub and cold plunge although it’s just for one person or a couple at a time.

Cons:

I wish there were less lights on the premises, being that it’s in a dark sky community. It was a little noisy between the refrigerator and hot tub running.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee