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Our top choices for Kern River hotels

Free daily buffet breakfast
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, (1004)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Gabriel
The price is RM431
RM458 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield/Hwy 58, CA
Lobby
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, (290)
"Quick, had to make a change from upstairs to downstairs room. Accomplished quickly. "
United States
Cheryl
The price is RM205
RM218 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham Bakersfield Ca
Lobby
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, (946)
"Great staff and wonderful manager "
United States
julia
The price is RM158
RM168 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
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)
"It was a good place to stay "
United States
Rudy
The price is RM245
RM260 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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, (296)
"The breakfast menu was simple but good."
United States
Cindy
The price is RM290
RM325 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Hiltop Hotel
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
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
6.2 out of 10, (1294)
"The employee bthat checked me in was excellent. The bed was very comfortable and the room was really nice."
United States
Felisa
The price is RM224
RM251 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield South
Lobby
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, (1004)
"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 RM648
RM727 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
The Padre Hotel
Lobby
Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center

Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center

Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center
3.5 star property
13.1 km from Kern River
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Jesse
The price is RM579
RM650 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center
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, (1514)
"Rooms are very comfortable and conveniently located. Staff was super friendly. "
United States
Regina
The price is RM404
RM454 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
Lobby
Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central

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, (1085)
"Great place to stay at in Bakersfield."
United States
Brian
The price is RM364
RM408 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
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, (157)
"Great stay"
United States
Scott
The price is RM198
RM222 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield
Exterior
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, (817)
"Ok"
United States
Darrell
The price is RM218
RM244 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham Bakersfield/Central
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, (999)
"Amazing Stay !"
United States
Jameliah
The price is RM220
RM247 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Extended Stay America Suites Bakersfield California Avenue
View from property
Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield

Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield

Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield
3.0 star property
15.5 km from Kern River
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Very comfortable bed and extremely helpful staff"
United States
Ken
The price is RM461
RM516 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield
Lobby
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, (1003)
"Over all this place was excellent, friendly staff clean room beautiful landscape "
United States
nathaniel
The price is RM220
RM247 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Travelodge by Wyndham Bakersfield
Desk, blackout curtains, 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 RM224
RM259 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
California Inn and Suites 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, (1001)
"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 RM422
RM472 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Best Western Plus Hill House
Exterior
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, (1002)
"Clean rooms staff nice breakfast good "
United States
Jose Rosario
The price is RM436
RM489 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG
Restaurant
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, (1006)
"Good stay"
United States
Tamala
The price is RM165
RM190 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Vagabond Inn Bakersfield North
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, (1004)
"This is a good place to spend a night "
United States
Mario
The price is RM185
RM208 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - South
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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 room"
GILBERT 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

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Hart Memorial Park

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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 place to stay near Kern River?
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller 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 choices in the area include Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham and The Padre Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Kern River?
Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodation options 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 reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Kern River.