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

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

A bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a bar counter stocked with various bottles.

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

1. The Padre Hotel

Downtown Bakersfield, 2 km from Kern County Museum

DANIELLE

SAR 596

SAR 669 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A modern retail area with shelves stocked with snacks and beverages, and two large refrigerators.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, multiple seating arrangements, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden desk with drawers, a leather armchair, a grey sofa, and a large window with curtains.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield

2.9 km from Kern County Museum

Linda

SAR 424

SAR 476 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

A modern lounge area with marble walls, a stone accent wall, and a fireplace. Tables and chairs are arranged for guests.

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

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.

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield

3.2 km from Kern County Museum

Jamie

SAR 388

SAR 436 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a ceiling fan, a window, and a wall-mounted lamp.

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

4. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

2.3 km from Kern County Museum

Vernice

SAR 364

SAR 408 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.

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.

5. Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center

Downtown Bakersfield, 2.4 km from Kern County Museum

Sonya

SAR 570

SAR 640 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, a sofa, and a staircase.

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.

6. Comfort Suites Bakersfield

2.9 km from Kern County Museum

Sandra

SAR 357

SAR 412 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and high ceilings.

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

2.8 km from Kern County Museum

donna

SAR 411

SAR 462 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a view of a pool and palm trees through the glass door.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a sofa, and a chair.

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

8. Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2.9 km from Kern County Museum

Rosalva

SAR 342

SAR 384 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large screen.

A bar area with a long counter, four wooden bar stools, and a large window with sheer curtains.

An outdoor patio with green chairs and tables, a stone fire pit, and a yellow wall.

A restaurant with wooden tables and yellow chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and a television screen.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield Central

2.7 km from Kern County Museum

Cassie

SAR 379

SAR 426 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 spacious living room with a fireplace, sofas, and a dining area.

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

10. Best Western Plus Hill House

Downtown Bakersfield, 2.4 km from Kern County Museum

Blake

SAR 380

SAR 425 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, red chairs, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a window with curtains.

A large, multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a central entrance and multiple wings.

A spa lift and a pool area with a sign indicating no diving and no pool lift.

11. Hilton Garden Inn Bakersfield

3.1 km from Kern County Museum

Darian

SAR 370

SAR 415 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and abstract wall art.

A lush garden with various plants and trees, a neatly trimmed hedge, and a metal fence.

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a large plant, a flat-screen TV, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a phone, and a mirror.

12. SureStay by Best Western Bakersfield Central

2.3 km from Kern County Museum

Stephen

SAR 258

SAR 289 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a phone, and a window with a geometric pattern.

A large, beige building with a red-tiled roof, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A reception area with a counter, columns, a tiled floor, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

13. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield South

2.4 km from Kern County Museum

Travis

SAR 233

SAR 261 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a large painting of a field at sunset, a wooden headboard, a white bed, and a bedside table with a phone.

A reception area with a desk, computer, and a painting of a landscape.

A modern kitchen with a flat-screen TV, microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator. There are six wooden tables and chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a dining area, and a large painting on the wall.

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield

2.3 km from Kern County Museum

Samael

SAR 206

SAR 231 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

A poolside area with outdoor seating and umbrellas.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield Central

West Park Community, 3.6 km from Kern County Museum

Lourdes

SAR 411

SAR 461 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance with a covered area.

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

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bakersfield

7.4 km from Kern County Museum

Scott

SAR 472

SAR 530 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

An outdoor patio area with seating and tables, surrounded by palm trees and well-lit by string lights.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in cabinets, and pendant lighting.

A spacious lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There are ceiling lights and a decorative vase on a table.

A hotel with a yellow facade, stone accents, and a sign reading "HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HOMEWOOD".

17. Homewood Suites by Hilton Bakersfield

9.3 km from Kern County Museum

Jaime

SAR 507

SAR 569 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

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

10.3 km from Kern County Museum

Omar

SAR 354

SAR 376 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Woodspring Suites' sign, featuring a modern architectural design with a mix of brick and stucco exteriors.

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

A man sitting on a grey sofa in a well-lit room with a modern design, a small table with a plant, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a sofa, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

19. WoodSpring Suites Bakersfield East

10.8 km from Kern County Museum

Deisi

SAR 236

SAR 251 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A reception area with a wooden counter, a glass door leading outside, and a staircase with a yellow railing.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bathroom with a bathtub, a toilet, and a shower curtain.

A hotel with a clear entrance, a sign indicating an indoor heated pool, and a sign for the Americas Best Value Inn & Suites.

20. Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Bakersfield E

10.6 km from Kern County Museum

Leah

SAR 281

SAR 298 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Kern County Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Padre Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,067 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield	9.2 Wonderful 1,018 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Kern County Museum Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North

8/10 Good

"The lobby was decorated nice for Halloween. The engineered floor needs a little repair. Coffee Table had many scratches, furniture looks old. Mattress was very comfortable. Pillows were great. The breakfast area was o.k., There were many choices, but the gravy was thin like water Would these items prevent me from staying here again - ABSOLUTELY NOT!"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North

10/10 Excellent

"Very pleased"

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"clean and quiet, was conveniently close to the event i traveled to bakersfield for. no complaints."

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield South

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome"

Comfort Suites Bakersfield

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoy this place"

Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient place to stay while in Bakersfield. Great parking amenities."

The Padre Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic hotel"

SureStay by Best Western Bakersfield Central

10/10 Excellent

"Great sta"

Best Western Plus Hill House

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast"

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Buck Owens Crystal Palace

7.6/10 (584 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Buck Owens Crystal Palace on your trip to Bakersfield. Check out the charming coffeehouses or lively bars in this relaxing area.

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An aerial view of a city with a large circular building and a rectangular building with a blue roof.

Dignity Health Arena

7.6/10 (943 reviews)

Catch an event at Dignity Health Arena during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants 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 lively bars and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

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Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

8.4/10 (15 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science in Bakersfield. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Fox Theater

7.4/10 (540 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.

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Bakersfield Museum of Art

8.0/10 (19 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Bakersfield Museum of Art during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

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Unity Church

7.4/10 (23 reviews)

Unity Church is just one of the places to see in Bakersfield, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

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Kern County Veterans Memorial

You can learn about the history of Bakersfield with a visit to Kern County Veterans Memorial.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kern County Museum?

Kern County Museum is located in a welcoming area of Bakersfield known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 12 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Kern County Museum?

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. It's located 1.2 mi (2 km) from Kern County Museum. Other good choices within 5 miles include Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North and Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Kern County Museum?

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Kern County Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kern County Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel 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 non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Kern County Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Kern County Museum?

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What can I see and do near Kern County Museum?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Bakersfield Museum of Art and Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science. You can enjoy live performances at Fox Theater and Buck Owens Crystal Palace. Create some family memories at McMurtrey Aquatic Center and Kern County Fairgrounds.

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Our top choices for Kern County Museum hotels

1. The Padre Hotel

2. Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield

4. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

5. Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center

6. Comfort Suites Bakersfield

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

8. Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield Central

10. Best Western Plus Hill House

11. Hilton Garden Inn Bakersfield

12. SureStay by Best Western Bakersfield Central

13. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield South

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield Central

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Bakersfield

17. Homewood Suites by Hilton Bakersfield

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

19. WoodSpring Suites Bakersfield East

20. Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Bakersfield E

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Top Kern County Museum Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield South

Comfort Suites Bakersfield

Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center

The Padre Hotel

SureStay by Best Western Bakersfield Central

Best Western Plus Hill House

Other attractions near Kern County Museum

Buck Owens Crystal Palace

Dignity Health Arena

Sam Lynn Ballpark

Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Fox Theater

Bakersfield Museum of Art

Unity Church

Kern County Veterans Memorial

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