Central hotels in Bakersfield offer a balanced blend of comfort, convenience, and affordability. Whether you're visiting for business or leisure, these properties provide easy access to local attractions, dining, and key transport links. From family-friendly accommodations to luxurious suites, the options are diverse, catering to every type of traveler. In this guide, we showcase some top recommendations that highlight the unique aspects of each hotel, ensuring a pleasant stay in this beautiful city.
Best Hotels in Bakersfield Downtown
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Padre Hotel
Offering a prime touristic area and various recreational opportunities, the 4-star Padre Hotel lies in a touristic area of Bakersfield, within 20 minutes' walk of Korn Row and within 5 minutes' drive of Rabobank Arena. Located just a short stroll from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science, this Bakersfield hotel boasts local cuisine served at the onsite à la carte restaurant.
The smoke-free property is situated in the very heart of Bakersfield, at a distance of 200 metres from Fox Theater. From the boutique Padre it will take around 25 minutes to walk to Saunders Park. This pet-friendly accommodation allows you to enjoy such natural sights as the linear Central Park at Mill Creek just 1.3 km away. Padre Hotel is located 10 km from Meadows Field airport and within short walking distance of Chester & 21st Street bus stop.
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Studio 6 Bakersfield, Ca South
Studio 6 Bakersfield, Ca South Hotel is situated 15 minutes' drive from Bakersfield Museum of Art, which is an excellent place to improve cultural awareness. The inn also features Wi-Fi in public areas.
Guests may find Wilson Park an 18-minute stroll from this Bakersfield property, and Golden West Casino is 3.9 km away. The nearby sports attractions include Rabobank Arena, 15 minutes by car from the comfortable hotel. Located approximately a 10-minute ride from the public Patriots Park, the accommodation puts the city at your fingertips. For those travelling from afar, Meadows Field airport is 15 minutes' drive away.
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Courtyard By Marriott Bakersfield Hotel
The comfortable Courtyard By Marriott Bakersfield Hotel is situated approximately 10 minutes by car from the acre Kern County Museum, which is an excellent place to improve cultural awareness. Located just a minute's drive from Buck Owens' Crystal Palace Museum, this Bakersfield hotel features 146 rooms with views of the port.
If you are in love with sports, the 3-star family property offers a prime location 10 minutes' drive from Rabobank Arena. The charming Courtyard By Marriott is located in a valley, and 25 minutes on foot from Centennial Park. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting the 12-acre Emerald Cove Park, 3.9 km from this smoke-free accommodation. For those travelling from afar, Meadows Field airport is 15 minutes' drive away.
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Days-Inn By Wyndham Bakersfield
Days-Inn By Wyndham Bakersfield is located in Bakersfield, 3.1 km from McMurtrey Aquatic Center, and offers a swimming pool. Wi-Fi is featured in the rooms.
Situated 10 minutes by car from Yokuts Park, the 2-star motel also gives access to such sports venues as Rabobank Arena, which is a 10-minute ride away. Buck Owens' Crystal Palace Museum is only a short drive from the hotel in Bakersfield. Along with other cultural attractions Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science is nestled a 5-minute ride from the accommodation. For those travelling from afar, Meadows Field airport is 10 minutes' drive away.
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Comfort Suites Bakersfield
Situated around 15 minutes by car from Kern County Raceway Park, the 3-star Comfort Suites Bakersfield hotel features Wi-Fi in public areas, and free private parking on site. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, the non-smoking hotel is nestled at a distance of 4.8 km from natural attractions like the 8-acre Riverlakes Ranch Park.
The smoke-free accommodation is about 10 km from Meadows Field airport and a 10-minute ride from such cultural venues as the 16 - acre Kern County Museum. Sports fans will also enjoy visiting Rabobank Arena, at a distance of 3.2 km from the Comfort Suites Bakersfield. A lake are close to this Bakersfield property, and Beach City Park is a 25-minute stroll away. The nearby entertainment attractions of Bakersfield include Fox Theater, which is around 25 minutes' walk away.
Hotels in Bakersfield
| Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ | Padre Hotel |
| Best reviews Hotel ❤️ | Studio 6 Bakersfield, Ca South |
| Best Price Hotel 🤑 | Courtyard By Marriott Bakersfield Hotel |
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Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Bakersfield, Ca
The comfortable Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Bakersfield, Ca is situated in a popular area of Bakersfield, around 15 minutes' drive from Bakersfield Museum of Art and an 18-minute walk from Valley Plaza Mall. Boasting an outdoor pool and a fitness area, this Bakersfield inn offers access to Rabobank Arena, which is nearly 10 minutes away by car.
The 2-star accommodation is about 15 km from Meadows Field airport and within 15 minutes' drive of such cultural venues as the acre Kern County Museum. The Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Bakersfield, Ca is located within close proximity of Great Valley. Entertainment in the area includes Golden West Casino at a distance of 3.4 km from this Bakersfield property. Flix Bakersfield Valley Plaza bus stop is close to Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Bakersfield, Ca.
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Hiltop Hotel
The 4-star Duniya Hotel Bakersfield is nestled around a 5-minute walk from Buck Owens' Crystal Palace Museum and features a seasonal outdoor pool. The hotel offers place to stay with Wi-Fi throughout the property.
The property is about 10 km from Meadows Field airport and approximately a 25-minute walk from such cultural venues as Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science. The nearby sports attractions include Rabobank Arena, at a distance of 2.9 km from this Bakersfield hotel. There is Fox Theater a 25-minute stroll from the accommodation.
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Four Points By Sheraton Bakersfield
The comfortable 3-star Four Points By Sheraton Bakersfield hotel, approximately 10 minutes' drive from Rabobank Arena features a gym, a shared lounge, and various recreational opportunities. The hotel is situated in the very heart of Bakersfield, a 15-minute ride from such cultural attractions as the 16-acre Kern County Museum.
Located near the business district of Bakersfield, this Bakersfield property is not so far from Sequoia National Forest. At the Four Points By Sheraton Bakersfield, you'll be around 10 minutes by car from Buck Owens' Crystal Palace Museum. Visitors will enjoy shopping at shops and a market, which are near the accommodation. Valley Plaza Stadium also lies about a 10-minute ride away. This Bakersfield hotel is near an underground station.
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California Inn And Suites Bakersfield
The 2-star California Inn And Suites Bakersfield has 64 rooms and is located 2.9 km from Rabobank Arena. The wonderful inn also provides guests with Wi-Fi, available in public areas.
The accommodation is about 10 km from Meadows Field airport and a 10-minute ride from such cultural venues as the 16-acre Kern County Museum. Situated in the heart of Bakersfield, the hotel is 10 minutes' drive from Kroll Dog Park. Travellers will enjoy proximity to entertainment attractions like Golden West Casino, which are about 10 minutes away by car.
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Springhill Suites Bakersfield
Springhill Suites Bakersfield hotel, located 10 minutes by car from Rabobank Arena, features Wi-Fi throughout the property. This hotel is a 10-minute ride from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science and provides guests with a hot tub and an indoor pool.
The property is about 10 km from Meadows Field airport and within walking distance of such cultural venues as Buck Owens' Crystal Palace Museum. The Springhill Suites in Bakersfield is 10 minutes' drive from the 16-acre Kern County Museum. Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to Saunders Park, which is about 5 minutes away by car.
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Hourglass Hotel, An Ascend Collection Hotel
The 3-star Hourglass Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Bakersfield, located 5 minutes' drive from Beach City Park, offers an outdoor pool area and Wi-Fi throughout the property. Along with the use of a fitness club on site, sports fans are invited to discover Rabobank Arena, which is a 10-minute drive away.
Situated in a business area, the smoke-free hotel is 2.8 km from the 16-acre Kern County Museum. From this Bakersfield hotel it will take 13 minutes to walk to Buck Owens' Crystal Palace Museum. Such entertainment attractions as Fox Theater are also around 5 minutes away by car. Hourglass Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection is near a motorway.
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Bakersfield Marriott At The Convention Center Hotel
Located a 5-minute ride from the 16-acre Kern County Museum, the welcoming 3-star Bakersfield Marriott At The Convention Center Hotel offers general facilities such as a cash machine and a lift. The hotel is situated in the heart of Bakersfield, 5 minutes by car from such cultural attractions as Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science.
This Bakersfield property is 5 minutes' stroll from Rabobank Arena and about 10 minutes' drive from the neighborhood Beale Park. The Marriott At Convention Center is approximately 5 minutes' drive from Chester & 21st Street bus stop and only a few metres from Bakersfield Museum of Art. The nearby entertainment attractions of Bakersfield include Rabobank Theater and Convention Center, which is only 5 minutes' walk away. For those travelling from afar, Meadows Field airport is 15 minutes' drive away.
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Residence Inn Bakersfield
Residence Inn Bakersfield offers 114 rooms within 10 minutes' drive of the 16-acre Kern County Museum. This hotel comes with Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Located in a business district, the property is 10 minutes' drive from Buck Owens' Crystal Palace Museum. Cultural sights in the area include Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science, which is nearly a 10-minute drive away. This comfortable hotel is also just a short stroll from Lake Ming. The 3-star Residence Inn Bakersfield is only 10 minutes on foot from Camelot Park and close to AMC Bakersfield 6 Movie Theater. For those travelling from afar, Meadows Field airport is 15 minutes' drive away.
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La Quinta Inn By Wyndham Bakersfield South
Situated 2.3 km from the 3-star La Quinta Inn By Wyndham Bakersfield South, guests can visit Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science. Boasting a location a short walk from Buck Owens' Crystal Palace Museum, this Bakersfield inn includes 128 rooms and an outdoor pool area.
Located in a valley and a garden, the accommodation is 5 minutes by car from the 16-acre Kern County Museum. Cultural sights in the area are Bakersfield Museum of Art (3.1 km) and Lori Brock Childrens Discovery (2.3 km). The nearby sports attractions feature Rabobank Arena within a 10-minute drive of the hotel. For those travelling from afar, Meadows Field airport is 10 minutes' drive away.
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Super 8 By Wyndham Bakersfield/Central
Featuring a vending machine and a lift, Super 8 By Wyndham Bakersfield/Central hotel is situated 10 minutes by car from Rabobank Arena. The hotel lies only a short drive from Camelot Park and boasts a swimming pool along with views of the pool.
The accommodation puts you in the heart of Bakersfield, at a distance of 4.3 km from such entertainment sites as Golden West Casino. Buck Owens' Crystal Palace Museum is 25 minutes' stroll from this smoke-free hotel in Bakersfield. The property is also not very far from Lake Ming. Cultural experiences in the area feature the 16-acre Kern County Museum, situated within a 10-minute drive of Super 8 By Wyndham Bakersfield/Central hotel. This accommodation is located near a train station.
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Motel 6-Bakersfield, Ca - Convention Center
Located in the heart of Bakersfield, the 2-star Motel 6-Bakersfield, Ca - Convention Center offers fast access to Buck Owens' Crystal Palace Museum, 3.5 km away. This smoke-free motel provides Wi-Fi, which is available in public areas.
The accommodation has a prime setting a 10-minute ride from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science, while natural sights like the linear Central Park at Mill Creek are a 10-minute drive away. The 16 - acre Kern County Museum is 10 minutes' drive from the Motel 6-Bakersfield, Ca - Convention Center, and Meadows Field airport is 15 km away. The property is a walk from Yokuts Park.