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Our top choices for Kern River hotels

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Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield/Hwy 58, CA

Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield/Hwy 58, CA

Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield/Hwy 58, CA
2.5 star property
9.4 km from Kern River
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Gabriel
The price is P6,223
P6,608 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield/Hwy 58, CA
Free daily continental breakfast
Super 8 by Wyndham Bakersfield Ca

Super 8 by Wyndham Bakersfield Ca

Super 8 by Wyndham Bakersfield Ca
2.0 star property
14.6 km from Kern River
6.8 out of 10, (291)
"Quick, had to make a change from upstairs to downstairs room. Accomplished quickly. "
United States
Cheryl
The price is P3,294
P3,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Super 8 by Wyndham Bakersfield Ca
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield South

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield South

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield South
3.0 star property
15 km from Kern River
6.4 out of 10, (1297)
"Yes, a great stay with super clean and good amenities."
United States
Jack
The price is P3,230
P3,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield South
Outdoor pool
Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - East

Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - East

Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - East
2.0 star property
9.4 km from Kern River
6.4 out of 10, (955)
"Have very good security guard they make you feel safe they do not allow craziness on the property"
United States
Alice
The price is P2,378
P2,530 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - East
Exterior
WoodSpring Suites Bakersfield East

WoodSpring Suites Bakersfield East

WoodSpring Suites Bakersfield East
2.5 star property
9.4 km from Kern River
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"At this price, this hotel is good"
United States
Sam
The price is P3,523
P3,742 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
WoodSpring Suites Bakersfield East
Lobby sitting area
Hiltop Hotel

Hiltop Hotel

Hiltop Hotel
2.5 star property
14.9 km from Kern River
6.4 out of 10, (305)
"The breakfast menu was simple but good."
United States
Cindy
The price is P4,182
P4,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Hiltop Hotel
Front of property - evening/night
The Padre Hotel

The Padre Hotel

The Padre Hotel
3.5 star property
13.6 km from Kern River
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Staff are friendly beds are so comfortable beautiful bar and restaurant convenient coffee shop every thing was awesome definitely returning "
United States
Christina
The price is P9,338
P10,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
The Padre Hotel
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
California Inn and Suites Bakersfield

California Inn and Suites Bakersfield

California Inn and Suites Bakersfield
2.0 star property
16 km from Kern River
6.8 out of 10, (956)
"Horrible place "
United States
Hugo Fernando
The price is P3,230
P3,726 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 27 - Dec 28
California Inn and Suites Bakersfield
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Days Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield

Days Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield

Days Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield
2.5 star property
15 km from Kern River
6.6 out of 10, (158)
"Great stay"
United States
Scott
The price is P2,854
P3,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Extended Stay America Suites Bakersfield California Avenue

Extended Stay America Suites Bakersfield California Avenue

Extended Stay America Suites Bakersfield California Avenue
2.5 star property
15.5 km from Kern River
6.6 out of 10, (1001)
"Amazing Stay !"
United States
Jameliah
The price is P3,858
P4,330 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Extended Stay America Suites Bakersfield California Avenue
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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG
2.5 star property
14.9 km from Kern River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Clean rooms staff nice breakfast good "
United States
Jose Rosario
The price is P6,294
P7,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG
Lobby
Super 8 by Wyndham Bakersfield/Central

Super 8 by Wyndham Bakersfield/Central

Super 8 by Wyndham Bakersfield/Central
2.0 star property
15.9 km from Kern River
6.6 out of 10, (820)
"Clean"
United States
Frank
The price is P3,195
P3,578 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Bakersfield/Central
Exterior
Travelodge by Wyndham Bakersfield

Travelodge by Wyndham Bakersfield

Travelodge by Wyndham Bakersfield
2.0 star property
15.5 km from Kern River
6.6 out of 10, (1002)
"Over all this place was excellent, friendly staff clean room beautiful landscape "
United States
nathaniel
The price is P3,245
P3,634 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 27 - Dec 28
Travelodge by Wyndham Bakersfield
Interior entrance
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Bakersfield E

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Bakersfield E

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Bakersfield E
2.5 star property
9.4 km from Kern River
7.4 out of 10, Good, (662)
"Check in was great, room was clean, staff was courteous, check out was great "
United States
Cirilo
The price is P4,581
P4,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Bakersfield E
Exterior
Best Economy Inn n Suites

Best Economy Inn n Suites

Best Economy Inn n Suites
2.0 star property
15.6 km from Kern River
6.8 out of 10, (154)
"Very unclean"
United States
APRIL
The price is P3,523
P3,735 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Best Economy Inn n Suites
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Vagabond Inn Bakersfield North

Vagabond Inn Bakersfield North

Vagabond Inn Bakersfield North
2.5 star property
15.4 km from Kern River
6.0 out of 10, (1000)
"Good stay"
United States
Tamala
The price is P2,378
P2,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Vagabond Inn Bakersfield North
Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Studio 6 Bakersfield, CA

Studio 6 Bakersfield, CA

Studio 6 Bakersfield, CA
2.0 star property
15.4 km from Kern River
6.6 out of 10, (284)
"Every thing was great. Onlu complaint was the bar of soap was really tiny and it would have been nice to have a packet of coffee for the coffee maker."
United States
Dennis
The price is P3,817
P4,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Studio 6 Bakersfield, CA
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - South

Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - South

Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - South
2.0 star property
18.5 km from Kern River
6.4 out of 10, (1014)
"This is a good place to spend a night "
United States
Mario
The price is P2,661
P2,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - South
View from room
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
4.0 star property
15.5 km from Kern River
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1520)
"Room was very clean and friendly staff"
United States
Gary
The price is P5,826
P6,538 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
Lobby
Best Western Plus Hill House

Best Western Plus Hill House

Best Western Plus Hill House
2.5 star property
12.8 km from Kern River
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Room was clean, well maintained and great location to downtown. Staff was excellent, courteous and very accommodating to our needs."
United States
Gustavo
The price is P6,078
P6,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Best Western Plus Hill House
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Top Kern River Hotel Reviews

Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and comfortable rooms "
Scherlie 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hotels near other Kern River attractions

California Living Museum

Visit the native and exotic animals who call California Living Museum home during your trip to Bakersfield. Check out the charming coffeehouses or lively bars in this relaxing area.
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Hart Memorial Park

Explore the great outdoors at Hart Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Bakersfield. Check out the charming coffeehouses or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kern River?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Kern River, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches and major shopping area. You'll find 21 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near Kern River?
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. You'll find it 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Kern River. Other good options in the area include Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham and The Padre Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Kern River?
Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Kern River.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kern River, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Kern River.