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Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

4.5 star property
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Relax in a serene hot tub surrounded by a tranquil landscape with views of a lake and distant mountains.
Relax in a serene outdoor space with a mountain view, featuring a seating area and a body of water in the distance.
Relax in a serene retreat with a classic bed, ornate pillows, and a forest view.
Enjoy a panoramic view of the lake and mountains from the spacious living room, featuring a comfortable seating area and high ceiling.
Situated on a grassy hill, this house offers a serene and natural setting with a flat roof and a prominent chimney.

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

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34540 Engineers Rd, Julian, CA, 92036
  • Santa Ysabel Mission
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Lake Cuyamaca
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • William Heise County Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field)
    ‪53 min drive‬
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Room options

View all photos for Luxury Studio, Bathtub, Lake View

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Luxury Studio, Bathtub, Lake View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Room, Balcony, Lake View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Exclusive Room, Balcony, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, Patio | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Superior Room, Patio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Elite Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lake View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Elite Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Premium Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Romantic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hilltop Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Hilltop Junior Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Lake Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Lake Junior Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, Lake View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 21 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountainside | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Signature Room, Refrigerator & Microwave, Mountainside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Royal Studio, Jetted Tub, Lake View

Royal Studio, Jetted Tub, Lake View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Royal Studio, Jetted Tub, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Studio, Bathtub, Lake View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Panoramic Studio, Bathtub, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Grand Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub, Lake View

Terrace/patio

Grand Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

Lakefront lodge with full-service spa and fitness centre
Along with a full-service spa, this smoke-free lodge has a fitness centre and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking and a free manager's reception are also provided. Other amenities include a sauna, Access to hot tub and coffee/tea in a common area. Housekeeping is available on request.
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa offers 11 accommodations with iPads and iPod docking stations. Rooms open to furnished lanais. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Tempur-Pedic beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries and hairdryers. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the lodge include Access to hot tub, a sauna and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lake Cuyamaca. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a free manager's reception.
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast served weekends for a fee
  • Indulge with deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy or Ayurvedic treatments at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, a sauna and hiking/biking trails
  • Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Lake Cuyamaca and 6 minutes on foot from Santa Ysabel Mission
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, Access to hot tub, and a sauna. There's a snack bar/deli on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A fitness centre, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa was completed in June 2020.

This 4.5-star Julian lodge is smoke free.

The lodge hosts a free manager's reception daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Books
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Telescope
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2009
  • Communal living room
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - June 2020
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • IPad
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 15 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge Retreat
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa Lodge
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa Julian
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa Lodge Julian

Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 382 out of 517 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 517 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 517 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 517 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 517 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rowena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bridgette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy, San Diego

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very sedate. Indian and far east oriented. Meditation peace and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very nice. I was a little disappointed with our room. The pictures definitely make it look much nicer than what it was. Gym was a little outdated. Also there are quiet hours on property which I wasn’t aware of before.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley, pasadena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio Alanis

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and location. The property needs a little tlc and cleaning. Staff was terrific!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sweet and Romantic Getaway

The Mandala Room was absolutely perfect! It had breathtaking views, amazing bed and wonderful shower and bath tub. So romantic and sweet! Staff were also very kind and attentive!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ariane

Liked: Staff & service
Snowed it. Didn't get to experience anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful comfortable. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Definitely will be returning

I had an amazing stay. It was beautiful inside and out.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esthefania

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breianna

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mahitha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and wonderful property!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful and peaceful experience, a great and much needed getaway from the world! Awesome staff and service and phenomenal food!! Can’t wait to go again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luong, San Diego

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect mountain retreat

It was a perfect 3 day mountain get away. In a beautiful suite overlooking lake Cyumaca. A wonderful staff always available to help. We are planning on a return trip this summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Artur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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