Rainbow Inn Bed & Breakfast

John was great! We were very comfortable and the views were spectacular. I'm so glad we chose to spend our anniversary at the Rainbow Inn. The breakfast was gourmet and the town charming.

We hiked over from the Palm Springs Tram, and spent 2 nights before hiking back. John was a perfect host, helpful, friendly but not intrusive, and a pleasurevtonspend time with. The room and the Inn were perfect. John seems to know everyone in town, which made us feel even more welcome wherever we went. Truly a special, wonderful place, and I look forward to the next visit.

Lovely place, the rooms were comfortable and big, close to town. Lots of sit in the sun places and a great vibe. We'll be back.

We loved the peace and quiet. John was so helpful with a dinner choice and we appreciated all the hospitality he gave us. Thanks for making one night out of town feel like a full weekend of rest!

We stayed for two nights in late April and it was wonderful; peaceful and quiet. The inn is walking distance from the town circle so there's no need to drive.

My husband & I enjoyed a three night stay in the Swan Lake suite. The room was nicely decorated & the jacuzzi tub was a relaxing retreat from the day's activities. The inn keepers could not have been more friendly & accomodating. The delicious breakfast served to us each morning included eggs, fruit, muffins, juices, cofee, & tea. We eagerly look forward to our next visit in the fall! Our sincere thanks to John & Lon!

Late Spring snow made this a very cozy weekend. Summer or winter, this is a very nice B&B for a get-away. Idyllwild Village is walking distance to shops and restaurants. Lots of hiking trails and scenic drives. Had a wonderful time.

A nice, clean place to stay for either passing through or for a few days. Worth coming back to during a future trip. The hosts were very helpful.

I loved, loved this place! It wasn't too "cabin-kitsch", just the right amount. I will be back and will recommend this place to friends, without a doubt!

We booked at the last minute and were pleasantly surprised when John upgraded our room upon arrival. The B&B is nicely decorated with lots of art work, much of it done by the proprietor John. The beds were very comortable and the room was quite. At breakfast we were greeted by the co-owner Von who prepared a delicious meal and provided pleasant conversation while making us feel right at home. We would definitely stay again if in the area. Thanks, Dan & Sue

Michael and I had a fabulous stay at the Rainbow Inn. The room was luxurious and intimate. The access to hiking couldn't be better. John and Lon are delightful and welcoming. It is now our favorite get-away and we look forward to many future stays!

We had a great visit to Rainbow Inn B&B on a snowy winter day in February. Innkeeper John Simpson and "sneaked" off the mountain for the day...so he wouldn't have to help shovel is our guess. :) But Lon did the work of two and not only shoveled (and order plowing service) but greeted us, made us 110% welcome and cooked a fabulous Eggs Benedict-Rainbow Inn Style breakfast the next morning. We could not have been happier! Idyllwild is a comfortable hour drive up from Palm Springs and many days you can still have snow while the desert floor is in the low 80's! And of course, in the summer, the cool mountain top is just that...COOL!

We made a reservation in the morning and drove up in the afternoon. It was lovely to have a comfortable place to get away from the city and to enjoy the winter in Idyllwild! The bed was comfortable, and the breakfast was delicious. We also appreciated the little touches, like flashlights specifically for guests to use while walking the unlit streets at night.

My husband, daughter and I recently stayed at the Rainbow Inn. It is conveniently located within walking distance of "downtown" and is charmingly appointed, comfortable and cozy. The proprieters make it feel as if they have invited you into their home....and they actually have. We'll certainly be staying at Rainbow Inn again.

Hospitable hosts, great breakfasts, beutifully appointed rooms set the mood for a visit to Idylwild

This was my first experience of a bed-and-breakfast. I totally enjoyed it! Lon was super friendly and cooked an excellent breakfast. I met the nicest people at the breakfast table. Definitely recommend this place!

I enjoyed very much my stay with all my family at the Rainbow Inn. Rooms are very nice. Backyard is great as you can walk to a creek. The house and rooms are very pretty and it is close to the village.

What a beautiful B & B! Our hosts were so personable. We loved chatting with Lon over the delicious breakfast he prepared. We enjoyed the living areas inside and out and look forward to our next stay with Lon & John

Awesome inn, great and caring innkeepers. And personalized service.

We throughly enjoyed our stay in the Strawberry Creek Room at The Rainbow Inn. The B&B is so comfortable and welcoming, as was the innkeeper, Lon. We could not have picked a better spot for a few days of mountain hikes in the clean air, strolls through town, eating berries picked while rock hopping at the creek and relaxing from the city grind. We will definitely return to enjoy a cozy, winter stay when the snow arrives this winter :) Deb and Rick

Great place to stay in Idyllwild. Lon is a gracious host, and the room, inn, breakfast and overall experience were wonderful. We were going hiking, and Lon worked with us on breakfast to accommodate our early schedule.

Very nice B&B only a quarter mile from "downtown" Idyllwild, so the walk is very easy. Excellent breakfasts and very nice service. Excellent value

With books everywhere and comfortable seating inside and out, the Rainbow Inn is a perfect place to take a break from the real world. Throw in Lon's delicious breakfasts and infectious personality and you have the makings of a relaxing weekend.

First experience there - would definitely go back and recomend to others. Rooms could use a deep cleaning, but otherwise a great time! Hosts were friendly and funny, food was incredibly good.

My daughter just graduated from IAA. If I had stayed here three years ago when she auditioned, it would have been the place I always came back to when visiting her at school. But thanks, Lon and John, for a wonderful graduation weekend! I imagine she will be a likely guest when she comes back for alumni events.

Great location for an easy walk into town. Innkeeper was very friendly and not to mention a wonderful cook. The place was nicely decorated and comfortable. We'll be going there again!

My wife and I took our 13 month old daughter to the Rainbow Inn for an overnight getaway. Everything about our stay was perfect. Lon and John were so friendly and welcoming and the Spinach Feta Eggs Lon cooked for breakfast were incredible. We will definitely return to the Rainbow Inn the next time we visit Idyllwild.

My husband and I wanted an overnight getaway and decided to go to Idyllwild. After checking out online reviews we chose the Rainbow Inn. It was a wonderful experience. If you want a getaway with plenty of privacy, a welcoming, friendly attitude, and beautiful accommodations the Rainbow Inn is the place to stay. We especially enjoyed the lounge area for quiet reading and the breakfast was delicious. Another plus was that each room has it's own bathroom. We will return again.

Travelling alone on business trip I was only able to stay one night due to unexpected snow (I am from UK). However Lon kept my room available and made great efforts to make me feel at home. Very friendly and characterful B&B and breakfast was a lot of fun. Hope to come back for longer trip next year with my wife. Aroma restaurant in Idyllwild also highly recommended.

My husband and I enjoyed our stay at the Rainbow Inn. The hospitality, environment and breakfast were all wonderful.

A great B & B isn't as common as you may think, but Rainbow Inn truly earns the title of the Best B & B ever. Lon in a great host, the rooms are beyond comfortable, the food is more than you'd expect, and the setting in Idyllwild makes it all perfect. A secluded location with the added benefit of a very short walk, that puts you in the center of town, where there's plenty to do and see. Who could ask for anything more?

My husband and I went up for two nights. Lon was a wonderful host. Room was very nice. We enjoyed controlling the temp in our room with the fire place. Lon is a wonderful cook. Breakfast each morning was delicious and filling. Everything is within easy walking distance. Overall a very pleasant weekend. We would recommend the Rainbow Inn!!

My fiancee and I spent a romantic valentines day weekend at the Rainbow Inn. Lon and John took wonderful care of us! From the moment we got there we were made to feel at home, the breakfast was wonderful and everything about our stay was perfect. If you want to take your girlfriend or wife on a romantic getaway that won't break the bank - this is the place. The Inn was gorgeous and very well appointed. It is located within a short walk from the center of town and all the cute shops. We will definitely be staying again in the future as we plan to bring our entire family up and rent all 5 rooms! Thanks Lon and John for being such wonderful hosts!!

Our first (but won't be our last) visit to the Rainbow Inn January 31 - February 2 was the celebration of our 1st anniversary. While a blanket of winter snow provided a really romantic change from desert life, the facility and its gracious hosts were excellent in every way.

First time to Idyllwild...for the 2nd annual Film Festival. Unbelievable quality and service from start to finish. Hands down the best B&B experience we've had. Lon was on top of every detail with a smile and eager-to-please attitude. Shared a great breakfast with other guests, equally happy. Now we just need more excuses to go back to Idyllwild!

This is the best place by far in Idyllwild! Ranked #1, excellent breakfast home prepared, every detail thought out and simply BEAUTIFUL! Wonderful people. Can't say enough! Thank you, Lon & John! Didn't want to leave, and can't wait to come back!

The breakfasts were superb and the room was comfy and the entire house was beautifully decorated. It was a wonderful place to stay-Lon was helpful and a lovely host. Highly recommend!

Comfortable, upscale, lovely sitting and dining area, fantastic inn owners, great breakfast, friendly guests.

Lon and John have created a warm and cozy retreat in Idyllwild that makes it easy to connect with the community and other guests. The breakfast experience with Lon alone is worth a couple night's stay. This place is a gem! E&N, Solana Beach

John took great care of us, giving my wife and I dining tips in town.He also cooked a awesome breakfast with nice conversation and helpful advice on activities. We will stay there again!!!!

We prefer to stay at the Rainbow Inn when we visit Idyllwild. The owners are on site and are most welcoming and attentive to every detail. We sleep well in the quiet woods and look forward to meeting the other guests around the breakfast table. This all-season B&B has beautifully decorated rooms and relaxing sitting areas with gas fireplaces. Welcome home!

We were made to feel welcome, at home, and appreciated. A couple of nights away from home became a trip to someplace special.

Swan Room was perfect for our special weekend. Breakfast was delicious. It turns out one of the owners has a catering business. Another couple at breakfast, who comes frequently to Idyllwild and has stayed in numerous lodges, said the Rainbow Inn was the best place in town, so I was happy that I had selected this place for me and my husband.

I came up to the Rainbow Inn with a friend to celebrate our birthdays. I was delighted in every way! We had a great time, the hospitality was excellent, the food was "to die for," and the value was terrific. I highly recommend the Rainbow Inn for a getaway in our currently "way too stressful world."

My wife and I celebrated our anniversary at the Rainbow Inn and highly recommend this B&B especially the Swan Lake room. The host was friendly, the breakfast was healthy, wholesome and delicious and the room was fantastic. The Swan Lake room is nicely decorated with original artwork and the soak in the large Jacuzzi tub was divine. We enjoyed sitting out on the balcony in the evening and the accomodations were quiet and comfortable. We will come back again for another visit.

We often visit Idyllwild and since the first have chosen this lovely Bed and Breakfast as our home away from home. The innkeepers, Lon and Jon, always attend to our every need in a kind, low key manner. The inn is seasonally decorated, with thoughtful attention to the amenities (comfy pillows, gas fireplaces, TV and a large library of DVDs, light snacks and teas, etc.) We sleep well and wake up to the smell of coffee as Lon prepares breakfast for us in the morning. If you are looking for a romantic and peaceful getaway in Idyllwild, book your room there! You will not be disappointed.

Loved, loved, loved this place. Stayed for my anniversary with my husband. Lon was so friendly and made an excellent breakfast. We loved the room, with a comfy kind sized bed and fireplace. The crisp mountain air was priceless and the location was great: we walked to town in ten minutes. The prices were reasonable and we will definitely be making a trip back!

A great quiet place, wonderful atmosphere, good food. Very friendly. My wife and I will certainly be back.

Rainbow Inn was just what the doctor ordered. It was a perfect weekend getaway to do a little R&R.

My wife and I come up here many times a year to remember nature, do some walking, end enjoy the great art, jazz, and food. Idyllwild is an amazing place - virtually unknown in Southern California. We always look for B&Bs when we travel and were fortunate to discover this gem. John and Lon are outstanding hosts and always make our stays personal. We always have a reservation booked. We particularly like to spend time at the nearby Living Free Sanctuary, a no-kill shelter for dogs and cats rescued from the pounds on their last day. If you want to experience a dramatic shift in your perspective, come here, stay with Lon, and visit the Living Free Sanctuary. Jeannette & Ed, Irvine, CA

The Rainbow Inn is absolutely the best!! The rooms are always immaculate! Lon and John are fabulous inn keepers (not to mention the delicious breakfasts!) I have stayed for pleasure and held staff meetings at the inn as well. Everyone was very impressed! It is beautiful and the best B&B in Idyllwild without a doubt!! I wouldn't stay anywhere else!

Our stay at the Rainbow Inn was very delightful. We stayed in the Bears Den, which was very cozy and omfortable. Our breakfast was suberb, more than enough to eat. Just sitting outside, enjoying the bautiful grounds would be a perfect vacation in itself. I would definitely recommend this B&B to everyone. It is like a miniature 5 Star Hotel....... Ken & Sandy Burns San Diego, CA

We have stayed at the Rainbow Inn three times now. Keep coming back to relax and rejuvenate ourselves. We go up on Friday (brave the traffic) and leave on Sunday. This gives us Saturday to not get in the car and go anywhere. Lon and John are very knowledgeable about Idyllwild and are spoken highly of wherever we go in town. We have been fortunate to be there when they have had art receptions in their conference room. What a wonderful experience we have each time we go. Each time we are up there we book our next visit before we leave. We highly recommend staying with Lon and John.

My husband and I LOVE this place! We have gone in summer and winter and had a great time. Yummy breakfasts with cheery and helpful innkeepers -- they got us discounts at some of the area shops too. Vegging in the living room or on the patio is a wonderful way to unwind. We've stayed in two of the rooms and they were both good. Not fond of the whirlpool tub, but oh well, it makes for a big shower. Have recommended to friends and family and they have enjoyed their stays as well.

And it did! Heading up to Idyllwild for a backpacking trip and ending up staying at the Rainbow Inn B&B was simply heaven! Not only are you "away from it all", but the hospitality of Lon & John made our stay worth the price of admission! The Inn is quaint & cozy, the rooms VERY comfy and the breakfasts are to die for! No need to drive here...town is only 3 minutes away. Take time to enjoy the scenery, smell the fresh air (how cool is that?!) and trust me....you won't want to leave! Going on 14 years now, we come up at LEAST once a year and enjoy our "little slice of heaven" at the Rainbow Inn! Carmi Standish/Sue Baden, Long Beach, CA

Year after year we return to the Rainbow Inn to rejuvenate our senses. We're always delighted and surprised by something new that Lon and John have done for guests and never disappointed!!

The Rainbow Inn is a charming bed and breakfast perfectly situated within walking distance of the town of Idyllwild and close to many hiking trails. The gas fires in the rooms are wonderful in the winter and the lovely deck overlooking the creek and mountains is perfect for summer lounging. We always look forward to a scrumptious breakfast after an early morning walk. And you won't find more delightful innkeepers than Lon and John. No wonder we keep coming back.