Highland Fairways

Pros

• The hotel was nice and clean.
• The front-desk staff were super nice and helpful.
• Rooms look nice.
• There is a restaurant onsite that serves a good breakfast.
• Friendly staff were noted by guests.
• The pools and outdoor areas were beautiful and well maintained.
• The two-bedroom suites offered good value and space.
• The Banana Pecan pancakes at Cinnamons Cafe are delicious.
• Guests described Mohave Edge as a true gem in the desert.
• The staff were genuinely friendly and professional, treating guests like family.
• The property feels safe.

Cons

• The guest arrived at night to a completely locked building with no front desk staff and a sign stating the hotel was closed.
• The contact numbers provided were unhelpful: the main line claimed reservations weren't being taken, and the after-hours line couldn't assist.
• They had to drive 40 minutes to find another hotel that night.
• They left messages and emails and received no reply for over 24 hours.
• The on-site restaurant closed at 3 pm, and that closure was not disclosed.
• The beds were horrible, old, and as hard as a rock, leading to poor sleep.
• The front desk hours were misleading (advertised as 24 hours but actually closing earlier).
• At least one reviewer suspected a scam or misrepresentation.
• The unit was uncomfortably hot, effectively a sauna, with beds remaining very warm.
• The parking lot and hallways smelled strongly of rotten eggs, sewage, stale smoke, and other unpleasant odors.
• The decor was mismatched and depressing, with dusty linens and a hard, uncomfortable bed.
• The property felt more like a nursing home, with hospital-like features and an institutional vibe.
• A bag was left behind and no callback was received, implying possible loss or withholding of belongings.
• Overall, the reviewer felt duped and rated the experience poorly.

Review

The place in question presents a highly mixed bag of experiences that seems to depend as much on who you are as on when you stay. Some guests walk away with memories of a comfortable, surprisingly pleasant spot that feels like a cozy home away from home, while others arrive to a chaotic, mismanaged environment that leaves them wary of spending a night let alone a longer stay. On one end of the spectrum, several reviewers describe large, nicely laid-out suites, pleasant staff, and a surprisingly welcoming sense of place, with comments about a good onsite cafe, a welcoming pool area, and a location that's convenient for trips through the desert corridor. Comments like "very nice place to stay for a night or longer-term" and "great value" recur, especially for guests who prize space, outdoor amenities, and a relaxed, lived-in atmosphere. The on-site restaurant, noted to serve a decent breakfast, and the presence of a gym and multiple seating areas add to the sense that this is more than just a simple hotel room.

But the other, far louder side of the story focuses on confusion, miscommunication, and at times outright disappointment. A number of guests have arrived late at night only to find the building locked or the front desk unmanned despite listings that claim 24-hour service or around-the-clock reception. In several reviews, travelers encountered signs indicating the hotel was closed, or a voicemail greeting that stated, "we're not taking reservations at this time." The most unsettling detail for some was the conflicting information about check-in times - booking portals and the hotel's own materials pointing to different hours - and a lack of reliable after-hours support. In one case, travelers ended up driving miles to find a different lodging after a failed late check-in experience, with no timely response from the hotel after leaving messages and emails. The recurring caution is clear: verify hours, confirm the check-in process, and don't expect consistent after-hours assistance.

The interior atmosphere is another source of strong, divergent opinions. Several reviews describe a place that feels more like a retirement home or assisted-living environment than a conventional hotel. Critics paint a picture of hospital-like doors, wide corridors, and even gurney bumpers along hallways, with some rooms that resemble private apartments rather than standard hotel accommodations. The recognition that each unit may be privately owned - so rooms can vary widely in decor and upkeep - helps explain why some guests step into a spotless, freshly updated space while others encounter mismatched furnishings, dusty throw pillows, and decor that feels tired or dated. The scent and air quality add another layer of variance: the property has inspired complaints about overpowering smells - rotten eggs or sewage in the parking areas, stale smoke or dusty, deli-meat notes in the suites - and, in at least one guest's view, a sauna-like heat that made a room nearly unbearable until air conditioning could be engaged.

Beds and cleanliness emerge as a patchwork theme as well. A number of reviewers describe lumpy, soft mattresses and low-end pillows, with others pointing to generally clean environments and comfortable spaces that are "nice" and "spacious." Some guests carry home a strong impression of cleanliness and generous room sizes, praising updated apartment-like layouts and the resort-like feel of outdoor spaces, including a large pool, multiple pools, and a hot tub that many found appealing after long days on the road. Yet even in the most positive reports, there are caveats about the need for updates - especially in bathrooms, where a lack of modern fixtures and the occasional need for a deep cleaning are noted. In one standout critique, reviewers compare the place unfavorably to a Motel 6 for basic comfort, while others see it as a "gem" that still needs careful vetting and a flexible attitude toward what the property is and what it offers.

Service experiences reflect the same duality. Several accounts praise friendly, helpful front-desk staff who made real efforts to assist guests within the constraints of the property's hours and management structure. In some reviews, staff are described as genuinely welcoming, professional, and accommodating in ways that leave guests feeling cared for and valued - almost like family. In other narratives, even when guests encounter kindness on the surface, the frustration of unresolved refunds, missed phone calls, and unreturned bags creates a gulf between expectations and delivery. The discrepancy between what guests are told (or shown online) and what they experience in person - whether about check-in windows, access to rooms, or the status of their reservations - remains a recurring frustration.

Against that backdrop of inconsistency, several long-stay or repeat visitors offer a more hopeful, encouraging view. Some guests describe extended stays that became genuinely enjoyable thanks to large, well-designed apartment-style rooms, well-kept outdoor areas, and a sense of safety and quiet that made them feel at ease for days on end. For these visitors, the property's multiple amenities - the pools, the outdoor spaces, a caf? that serves breakfast, a bar, and a restaurant onsite - combined with friendly, supportive staff to create a surprisingly pleasant experience. A few reviewers even call the property a "true gem" or a great value for the price, especially for travelers with families or teams (such as those staying for a baseball tournament), who can appreciate the extra space and the social atmosphere around the grounds.

In short, Mohave/Mojave Edge's reputation reads as a paradox: a place that can feel like a welcoming home and an aspirational retreat on one visit, then switch to a confusing, inconsistent, and sometimes disagreeable experience on another. Some guests leave certain nights feeling refreshed by clean, comfortable rooms, a helpful staff, and a poolside retreat, while others arrive to locked doors, unanswered questions, and a sense that what they booked may not be what they're actually getting. The property clearly has strengths - space, outdoor amenities, an onsite cafe, and a friendly front desk in some encounters - but it also carries notable weaknesses: fragile or miscommunicated access hours, smells and cleanliness concerns, and the reality that many rooms vary widely because they are privately owned and managed in a way that can lead to inconsistent experiences from one unit to the next. For future visitors, the takeaway is simple but important: expect variability, verify details before you arrive, and prepare for a stay that could range from pleasantly surprising to frustratingly muddled, depending on the specific unit you end up in and the timing of your visit.

Places of Worship

• Mesquite United Methodist Church (0.3 miles)
• Mesquite Baptist Church (0.6 miles)
• Iglesia Palabra Viva Mesquite (0.8 miles)
• Genealogy Library (0.8 miles)
• La Virgen De Guadalupe Catholic Church (1 miles)
• Christian Community Church (1.1 miles)
• Prince of Peace Lutheran Church (1.8 miles)

Parks

• Redd Hills Park (0.4 miles)
• Old Mill Park (0.9 miles)
• Jensen Trailside Park (1.1 miles)
• Pulsipher Park (1.1 miles)
• Trailside Park (1.7 miles)
• Sports Complex (2.7 miles)

Restaurants

• The Worden (0.6 miles)
• Oasis Golf Club (0.6 miles)
• Grill Room (0.6 miles)
• Cucina Italiana (0.8 miles)
• Samurai 21 Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi (0.8 miles)
• Los Moritas Mexican Fo (0.9 miles)
• Alfredo's A Mexican Food (0.9 miles)

Cafes

• Buffalo's Southwest Cafe (0.7 miles)
• River Cafe (0.9 miles)
• Starbucks (1.2 miles)

Physicians

• Desert Pain Managment (0.8 miles)
• Desert Pain Specialists (0.9 miles)
• Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center (1.2 miles)
• Mesa View Pediatrics (1.4 miles)
• Intermountain Audiology Hearing Clinics (1.8 miles)
• Mesquite Dermatology & Skin Cancer (1.8 miles)
• Mesquite Womens Clinic (1.9 miles)

Transportation

• A-Virgin Valley Cab Co. (1 miles)
• U-Haul (1.5 miles)
• Mesquite Taxi Cab & Airport Shuttle (1.8 miles)
• U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (3.1 miles)

Pharmacies

• Walgreens (1.1 miles)
• Smith's Food & Drug (1.2 miles)
• Smith's (1.2 miles)
• Mesquite Pharmacy (1.2 miles)

Hospitals

• Mesa View Regional Hospital (1.9 miles)