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Our top choices for Lake Isabella motels

Property grounds

Lakeview Motel

Lakeview Motel
2.5 star property
Lake Isabella
7.6 out of 10, Good, (503 reviews)
"Pretty good view of the lake and very well preserved old motel with very attentive staff."
United States
Niyati
The price is SAR 294
SAR 311 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Lakeview Motel
Gazebo

Barewood Inn and Suites

Barewood Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Wofford Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (323 reviews)
"We enjoyed our short stay, it was a lovely place."
United States
Luke
The price is SAR 326
SAR 346 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Barewood Inn and Suites
Property grounds

Lakeshore Lodge

Lakeshore Lodge
2.0 star property
Wofford Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (194 reviews)
"It was my first time visitn America, and staying here was amaing. Waking up to that mountin view every morning takes your breath away."
United Kingdom
Lee
The price is SAR 345
SAR 366 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Lakeshore Lodge
Mountain view

Sequoia Lodge

Sequoia Lodge
2.0 star property
Kernville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (698 reviews)
"Checking in was easy and Housekeeping left us with a perfectly tidy room each day we were there. The lodge was also comfortably quiet at night and made for some restful sleep. Perfect stay!"
United States
Bianca
The price is SAR 486
SAR 515 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Sequoia Lodge
BBQ/picnic area

Whispering Pines Lodge

Whispering Pines Lodge
2.5 star property
Kernville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (272 reviews)
"Great place to stay, will be staying there again on our next visit."
United States
Alyssa
The price is SAR 428
SAR 454 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Whispering Pines Lodge
Lobby

Kernville Inn

Kernville Inn
2.5 star property
Kernville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (423 reviews)
"Love the location and the owners are quite helpful. Love their dog."
United States
Susan
The price is SAR 600
SAR 636 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Kernville Inn
Exterior

Piazza's Pine Cone Inn

Piazza's Pine Cone Inn
2.0 star property
Kernville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (212 reviews)
"The owner is very friendly and facilities are well organized."
United States
katie
The price is SAR 779
SAR 826 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Piazza's Pine Cone Inn
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Top Lake Isabella Hotel Reviews

The Kern Lodge

The Kern Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great place. Clean. Nice staff."
David 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Kern Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Lake Isabella?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in Lake Isabella, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 23 hotels and other accommodations. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.
What is a motel?
At many motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Lake Isabella?
Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels to book in the larger area. Lakeview Motel: Enjoy access to the picnic area, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Sequoia Lodge: Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Central Lake Isabella is 11.2 mi (18 km) away. Whispering Pines Lodge: Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from the heart of Lake Isabella. Barewood Inn and Suites: Central Lake Isabella is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Lakeshore Lodge: 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from the heart of Lake Isabella. Enjoy access to the picnic area, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What can I do in Lake Isabella?
Enjoy nature with a stop at Lake Isabella and Kern River. While you're checking out the area, consider visiting Nuui Cunni Native American Intertribal Cultural Center and Museum, Cannell Trail, and Kernville Chamber of Commerce.
What's the weather like in Lake Isabella?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Lake Isabella to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 76°F, while the coldest months are December and January with an average of 44°F. Average annual precipitation for Lake Isabella is 16 inches.
What are my options for getting around Lake Isabella when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Lake Isabella to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field), which is located 34.9 mi (56.1 km) from the city center. You can also search for flights into Inyokern, CA (IYK), which is 36.3 mi (58.5 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.