Bakersfield, California Hotels

Bakersfield, Calif., is located equidistant from both Fresno and Los Angeles. It is home to 53 parks that include amenities such as basketball courts, soccer fields and tennis courts. Bakersfield also boasts the Kern River Parkway, which is home to many parks and waterways, as well as an extensive trail used for bicycling, jogging, in-line skating and horseback riding. Visitors to Bakersfield looking to stay near the Kern River Parkway have several convenient options.

Best Western Crystal Palace Inn & Suites

Best Western Crystal Palace Inn & Suites provides easy access to many area parks and is just minutes from the Kern River. Guests also can play golf nearby or enjoy the hotel's fitness center and pool.

2620 Buck Owens Blvd.
Bakersfield, CA 93308-6310
(661) 327-9651

Residence Inn

Residence Inn Bakersfield gives travelers easy access to many of Bakersfield's attractions. Located just minutes from both the Kern River and the Kern River Parkway, Residence Inn also offers a pool and fitness center.

4241 Chester Lane
Bakersfield, CA 93309
(661) 321-9800

Rodeway Inn

Located near the start of the Kern River Parkway Bicycle Trail, the Rodeway Inn is also close to the Buena Vista Aquatic Recreational Area. It is also a short distance to Interstate 5, making travel in and around Bakersfield very easy. Guests are afforded free Internet access and continental breakfast, and the hotel is pet-friendly.

200 Trask St.
I-5 and Stockdale Highway
Bakersfield, CA, 93314
(661) 764-5221

Article Written By Lara Webster

Lara Webster has been writing professionally since 2009. Her work has been featured on The iPhone App Review and several travel-related websites. Webster holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Master of Arts in mass communication and media studies, both from San Diego State University.

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