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Our top choices for Kern River hotels

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel entrance with a covered walkway, outdoor seating area, and a landscaped garden.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield

Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield
3.0 star property
15.5 km from Kern River
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,029 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay once again."
United States
Linda
The price is P7,151
P8,031 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield
A modern conference room with glass walls, a wooden table with benches, and a green carpet.

2. Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central

Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central
2.5 star property
15.5 km from Kern River
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,083 reviews)
"This is a quality service hotel where you can get a great night’s sleep."
United States
Anthony
The price is P5,323
P5,962 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central
A grand lobby with a central chandelier, a reception desk, and a double staircase with wooden railings.

3. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Very Clean hotel"
United States
JORGE A
The price is P6,136
P6,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating areas, and a bar.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield Central

Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield Central
2.5 star property
15.9 km from Kern River
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (599 reviews)
"Best stay in Bakersfield!"
United States
Georgia
The price is P6,076
P6,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield Central
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5. Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North

Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North
2.5 star property
15.8 km from Kern River
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,177 reviews)
"Clean room great water pressure and complementary breakfast was great lots of choices."
United States
Michael
The price is P3,938
P4,419 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

6. Comfort Suites Bakersfield

Comfort Suites Bakersfield
2.5 star property
15.5 km from Kern River
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"We really enjoy this place"
United States
SB Barber And
The price is P6,004
P6,928 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Comfort Suites Bakersfield
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen displaying the DoubleTree logo.

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
4.0 star property
15.4 km from Kern River
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,852 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Irma
The price is P6,936
P7,783 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
A modern hotel lobby with a curved seating area, a dining area, and artwork on the walls.

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield North-Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield North-Airport
3.5 star property
16.8 km from Kern River
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Highly recommend this place"
United States
Rommil
The price is P5,861
P6,224 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield North-Airport
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a window with curtains.

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North
3.0 star property
16.8 km from Kern River
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,630 reviews)
"Great place to stay very clean and front desk were very nice"
United States
Patricia
The price is P6,398
P6,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North
A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield North/Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield North/Airport
3.0 star property
16.8 km from Kern River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great customer service! Room was clean and well maintained, parking lot was safe with security coming by to patrol for their property only. Breakfast wasn’t that great not a lot of options and quality wasn’t that great in comparison to other places but clean and maintained very nicely."
United States
Sabrina
The price is P7,507
P8,875 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield North/Airport
A Springhill Suites Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield
3.0 star property
15.7 km from Kern River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, staff was nice"
United States
Jamie
The price is P6,775
P7,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield
An outdoor seating area with sofas and chairs, a fire feature, and large windows.

12. Hyatt Place Bakersfield

Hyatt Place Bakersfield
3.0 star property
20.3 km from Kern River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,394 reviews)
"Staffs very nice and clean rooms."
United States
Janice
The price is P7,913
P8,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hyatt Place Bakersfield
A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, displayed in metal containers.

13. Holiday Inn Express Bakersfield by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Bakersfield by IHG
2.5 star property
18.5 km from Kern River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and helpful; breakfast was better than average; very clean and well-maintained property."
United States
Richard
The price is P5,349
P6,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Holiday Inn Express Bakersfield by IHG
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

14. Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3.0 star property
15.5 km from Kern River
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,603 reviews)
"One of the cleanest hotels I’ve stayed at in a long time! The bed was comfortable as well. And the staff were friendly."
United States
Amber
The price is P6,275
P7,042 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
A bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a bar counter stocked with various bottles.

15. The Padre Hotel

The Padre Hotel
3.5 star property
13.6 km from Kern River
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,087 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel"
United States
DANIELLE
The price is P10,058
P11,286 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Padre Hotel
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and yellow chairs.

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bakersfield

Home2 Suites by Hilton Bakersfield
3.0 star property
20 km from Kern River
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Large, clean room and useful kitchenette; central location; great breakfast; easy check in/out; easy parking"
United States
Jennifer
The price is P7,904
P8,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Home2 Suites by Hilton Bakersfield
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden flooring, a chandelier, and a telephone booth.

17. Best Western Plus Hill House

Best Western Plus Hill House
2.5 star property
12.8 km from Kern River
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Extremely well maintained and very secure property. Enjoyed our stay. Highly recommended!"
United States
Keith
The price is P6,401
P7,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Best Western Plus Hill House
A large, multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a central entrance and multiple wings.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Bakersfield

Hilton Garden Inn Bakersfield
3.0 star property
15.6 km from Kern River
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Hot tub and pool was great. Friendly staff, clean rooms and a quiet place to rest."
United States
Darian
The price is P6,172
P6,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hilton Garden Inn Bakersfield
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a brick wall, and a glass door leading to the interior.

19. Towneplace Suites Bakersfield West

Towneplace Suites Bakersfield West
3.0 star property
19.2 km from Kern River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (540 reviews)
"Smiles everywhere with staff. Everyone is very friendly and helpful"
United States
LaToria
The price is P9,235
P10,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Towneplace Suites Bakersfield West
An outdoor patio with green chairs and tables, a stone fire pit, and a yellow wall.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield Central

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield Central
3.0 star property
15.3 km from Kern River
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent stay other than paying for parking."
United States
Ruben
The price is P6,925
P7,771 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield Central
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Kern River

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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel entrance with a covered walkway, outdoor seating area, and a landscaped garden.
Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,029 reviews
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A modern conference room with glass walls, a wooden table with benches, and a green carpet.
Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,083 reviews
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A grand lobby with a central chandelier, a reception desk, and a double staircase with wooden railings.
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating areas, and a bar.
Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield Central
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
599 reviews
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Room
Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North
2.5 star property
8.0
Very good
1,177 reviews
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Top Kern River Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Bakersfield

Hyatt Place Bakersfield

8/10 Good
"Very friendly staff, convenient location, and buffet breakfast."
JAMES M. 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hyatt Place Bakersfield

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California Living Museum

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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 19 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near Kern River?
The Padre Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. You'll find it 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Kern River. Other good options in the area include Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North and Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Kern River?
Expedia has 19 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.