Joshua Tree, CaliforniaTwentynine Palms
Folly Mojave
Monolithic stargazing compound
Twentynine Palms   Joshua Tree, California
Opened
2024
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Design Wellness LuxeOutside the door
The house
FollyMonolithic stargazing compound
Monolithic concrete pavilions sit across two hundred off-grid desert acres, oriented toward the open night sky.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Board-formed concrete suites set on desert plinths with open-air stargazing terraces.
Listed
In-suite grazing provisions and private plinth plunge pools across off-grid desert acreage.
What they say
Also in Wallpaper*.
The property boasts three standalone structures, labelled suites, that embody the four elements of nature and seem to appear and disappear into the landscape.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The desert grounds sit near the Oasis of Mara, between Joshua Tree National Park and the Mojave National Preserve.
The rooms
Suites open onto private plunge pools below, and rooftop terraces have heated daybeds for sleeping under the stars.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A heated swimming pool sits on the central pavilion plinth, shaded by canopies and looking toward the desert hills.
The spa
Visiting therapists deliver bodywork in the suites. The pavilion spa adds a steam room, sauna, and outdoor soaking tubs.
At the table
Tables set between concrete walls look out toward the open horizon, served with morning grazing boxes and evening campfire dinners.
How it began
Architect Malek Alqadi drew on the ancient monuments of Petra, near his birthplace, to shape the concrete structures.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.