⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Kern River for 2026

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A room with a large window offering a view of a desert landscape with mountains and sparse vegetation.

A covered outdoor area with picnic tables and a brick patio.

A pool area with a wooden deck, a doghouse, and a fenced yard with trees.

A rustic dining area with wooden tables and benches, a stone fireplace, and wall-mounted lighting.

1. Olancha RV Park & Motel

121.6 km from Kern River

Lisa

S$152

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

A rustic outdoor area with a wooden fence, a large wheel, and a hanging planter with flowers.

A rustic cabin with a wooden deck, surrounded by a rocky landscape and trees.

A bedroom with two beds, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted TV, and a small kitchenette.

2. Sequoia Lodge

56 km from Kern River

Guadalupe

S$174

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

An aerial view of a campground with RVs, a swimming pool, and a large building with a sloped roof.

A swimming pool area at a mobile home and RV resort with a sign indicating a vacancy and a pool.

A compact RV interior with a kitchenette, a bed, and a seating area.

3. Lake Isabella RV Resort

48.9 km from Kern River

Naga Srihari

S$81

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

A bear figurine holding a fish with "WELCOME" on it, a gazebo, and a barbecue grill in a park setting.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

A motel with two-story buildings, solar panels on the roofs, and a mountainous backdrop.

A large tree with a thick trunk surrounded by smaller trees.

4. Barewood Inn and Suites

50.1 km from Kern River

Samantha

S$117

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A wooden deck with a metal railing overlooking a mountainous landscape with autumn foliage.

A rustic building with a sloped roof, surrounded by trees and a wooden fence.

A person sitting on a bed with a red and white patterned pillow, holding a glass of drink.

A compact RV kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a sink, and a microwave.

5. Quiet Mind Lodge Retreat & Spa Sequoias

57.2 km from Kern River

Alireza

S$124

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A river with a blue raft navigating through it, surrounded by dense green foliage.

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a sink, and a small countertop.

A parking area with a green car and a white car, a covered seating area, and mountains in the background.

A building with a covered porch, a white picket fence, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

6. Lakeshore Lodge

50.8 km from Kern River

David

S$124

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a television mounted on the wall.

A well-maintained grassy area with trees, a building with a red facade, and a clear sky.

A room with a wooden ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a bed with a mattress and pillows, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A motel with a swimming pool, a parking lot, and a mountainous backdrop.

7. Kernville Inn

55.1 km from Kern River

John

S$209

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A meal setup with a plate of food, two green mugs, and a spoon on a wooden surface with a view of a river and mountains in the background.

A person standing on rocks by a river with a dog, surrounded by greenery and mountains in the background.

A wooden cabin with two beds, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.

A wooden structure with a metal roof, possibly a shed or storage area, with a clear blue sky in the background.

8. SoCal Camping

62.6 km from Kern River

cole

S$160

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a reception desk, a pharmacy sign, and a staircase.

A building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a blue awning.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a bar area in the background.

A lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and artwork on the walls.

9. The Padre Hotel

13.6 km from Kern River

Jessica

S$181

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large screen.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a window with blinds.

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and palm trees.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a floor lamp.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield/Hwy 58, CA

9.4 km from Kern River

MONICA

S$137

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A modern conference room with glass walls, a wooden table with benches, and a green carpet.

A refrigerated section with various frozen food items and a microwave.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a geometric facade and a covered entrance.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

11. Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central

15.5 km from Kern River

Jerry

S$132

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A spacious lobby with two yellow armchairs, a central staircase, and a glass entrance.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and a door with a glass panel.

A compact hotel room with a desk, office chair, bed, kitchenette, and a ceiling fan.

12. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

14.9 km from Kern River

Michael

S$144

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a glass facade.

An outdoor patio area with a pool, lounge seating, and a fire feature.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a large TV screen.

A Marriott hotel with a swimming pool, sun loungers, palm trees, and outdoor seating.

13. Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center

13.1 km from Kern River

BRENDON

S$217

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small round table, and a balcony with a pool view.

A gazebo with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a swimming pool.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and chairs, a dining table, and a large TV screen.

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

15.4 km from Kern River

SERGIO

S$150

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden flooring, a chandelier, and a telephone booth.

A restaurant with a bar area, dining tables, chairs, and ceiling fans.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a patterned carpet.

A gym with exercise equipment, a red patterned carpet, and a mirror reflecting the room.

15. Best Western Plus Hill House

12.8 km from Kern River

Cameron

S$147

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating areas, and a bar.

A reception desk with a "WELCOME TO THE GOLDEN STATE" sign, a treats shop, and a wooden floor.

A modern hotel room with a large sliding door leading to a shower area, a bed with a view, a desk with a chair, and a small stool.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table, and umbrellas.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield Central

15.9 km from Kern River

Genoa

S$156

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel lobby with a red sofa, a coffee station, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a coffee table, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a bathtub.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

17. Comfort Suites Bakersfield

15.5 km from Kern River

Ana

S$138

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and yellow chairs.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, orange chairs, and a wooden table.

A hotel room with a sofa, a round ottoman, a bed, a window with blinds, a wall-mounted heater, and a patterned rug.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area featuring a sofa and tables, a bar area with chairs, and a television screen.

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bakersfield

19.9 km from Kern River

Ambreen

S$156

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A Springhill Suites Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, tables, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central table. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall, and there is a floor lamp providing additional lighting.

19. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield

15.7 km from Kern River

Ruben

S$161

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and a desk with a computer.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, two small tables, a mirror, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

An outdoor patio with a fire pit table, chairs, and blue umbrellas.

A modern gym with exercise equipment, mirrored walls, and a blue accent wall.

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

16.9 km from Kern River

Alfredo

S$178

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Kern River

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Olancha RV Park & Motel	7.2 Good 948 reviews	View
Sequoia Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 723 reviews	View
Lake Isabella RV Resort	8.8 Excellent 151 reviews	View
Barewood Inn and Suites	8.8 Excellent 353 reviews	View
Quiet Mind Lodge Retreat & Spa Sequoias	8.4 Very good 127 reviews	View

Top Kern River Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South

10/10 Excellent

"They need roll beds. They advertise it They should have it."

Holiday Inn & Suites Bakersfield by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Always good receptionist including a new one Ashley is awesome Always keep for me welcome gifts the best gift is when I get my preferred room"

Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North

10/10 Excellent

"They had an excellent breakfast. The beds were comfortable. They reduce waist by having the shampoo dispensers."

Best Western Plus Hill House

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was a great location!! I would definitely stay again when I am in the area."

SureStay by Best Western Bakersfield Central

10/10 Excellent

"The property is always well kept and I appreciate that they have water and coffee upon arrival, thank you. It is a small touch but truly makes me feel at home."

Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield/Hwy 58, CA

10/10 Excellent

"Easy to find plenty of FREE parking and a delightful pool - so nice after a day of travel! The breakfast included cheese omelets, bacon, pastries, cereal, yogurt and waffles. Great price! Comfortable bed."

Hyatt Place Bakersfield

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was amazing. Room was clean and the beds were very comfortable. Near a lot of good food."

The Padre Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was perfect beautiful hotel"

Other attractions near Kern River

California Living Museum

8.0/10 (19 reviews)

See the exotic and native animals who call California Living Museum home during your trip to Bakersfield. Visit the cosy cafes or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Hart Memorial Park

7.6/10 (8 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Hart Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Bakersfield. Visit the cosy cafes or lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Kern River Golf Course

7.0/10 (66 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Bakersfield at Kern River Golf Course. Visit the cosy cafes or lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Ernst Quarries

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Ernst Quarries during your trip to Bakersfield. Visit the top-notch restaurants or cosy cafes in this relaxing area.

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Bakersfield College

7.4/10 (506 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Bakersfield College during your travels in Bakersfield. Visit the cosy cafes or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Panorama Vista Preserve

You can take time to visit Panorama Vista Preserve during your travels to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

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Kern County Museum

7.4/10 (210 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Kern County Museum during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

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Sam Lynn Ballpark

8.2/10 (14 reviews)

Catch an event at Sam Lynn Ballpark during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the cosy cafes and entertainment choices in this relaxing 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 place to stay near Kern River?

The Padre Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. You'll find it 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Kern River. Other good choices in the area include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North and Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North.

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.

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Our top choices for Kern River hotels

1. Olancha RV Park & Motel

2. Sequoia Lodge

3. Lake Isabella RV Resort

4. Barewood Inn and Suites

5. Quiet Mind Lodge Retreat & Spa Sequoias

6. Lakeshore Lodge

7. Kernville Inn

8. SoCal Camping

9. The Padre Hotel

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield/Hwy 58, CA

11. Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central

12. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

13. Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

15. Best Western Plus Hill House

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield Central

17. Comfort Suites Bakersfield

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bakersfield

19. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield

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

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Top Kern River Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South

Holiday Inn & Suites Bakersfield by IHG

Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North

Best Western Plus Hill House

SureStay by Best Western Bakersfield Central

Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield/Hwy 58, CA

Hyatt Place Bakersfield

The Padre Hotel

Other attractions near Kern River

California Living Museum

Hart Memorial Park

Kern River Golf Course

Ernst Quarries

Bakersfield College

Panorama Vista Preserve

Kern County Museum

Sam Lynn Ballpark

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