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Free Wi-Fi
Parking
No Pool
Pet-friendly
No Restaurant
No Airport shuttle
No Fitness center
Smoke-free

Welcome to Bakersfield Hotel

The Bakersfield Hotel, nestled in the heart of Bakersfield, California, offers a humble yet genuine lodging experience for visitors and long-term residents alike. Located at 1202 19th St, this modest hotel serves as a sanctuary for those seeking central access to the city’s cultural gems, including the Historic Fox Theater and Central Park at Mill Creek.

Despite its 2.9-star rating, Bakersfield Hotel stands out for its caring atmosphere and strong community spirit. Guests like Dave Smith praise the managers’ compassion during challenging times, highlighting a level of kindness that holds great value beyond mere amenities. Randall Biell describes the hotel as a comfortable and welcoming home, emphasizing the genuine connections with neighbors and a peaceful environment to pursue personal interests. Meanwhile, Paige Dee Wilson appreciates the hotel's accessibility and the helpfulness of staff, who go out of their way to assist disabled guests. Franklin Berry’s long-term residence of over seven years attests to the hotel’s steady cleanliness and the inclusive vibe that fosters a true sense of belonging.

The Bakersfield Hotel prioritizes simplicity and functionality. It offers essential amenities such as free Wi-Fi, parking, pet-friendly accommodations, and a smoke-free environment. While it lacks features like a pool, restaurant, or fitness center, its location compensates by placing guests within walking distance of rich local entertainment and dining options. This makes it an ideal spot for travelers wanting to immerse themselves in the local Bakersfield scene.

What resonates deeply about the Bakersfield Hotel is its heart. It is a place where individuals facing hardships find support and comfort. Its modesty and grounded spirit foster a sense of home that is rare in the hospitality world. For those who appreciate kindness, community, and a no-frills, honest lodging experience, Bakersfield Hotel is a hidden gem in California’s valley.

Great for visitors

Thing to do
Kern County Museum
4.6 stars 1310 Reviews
Dozens of artifacts & displays chronicling the area's Native American, frontier & oil history.
Bakersfield Museum of Art
4.5 stars 235 Reviews
Longtime art museum offering exhibits by Californian artists, education programs & kids' classes.
Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
4.6 stars 344 Reviews
Hands-on exhibits & artifacts exploring earth sciences such as geology, archaeology & paleontology.
Transit
Bakersfield
16 minute
Downtown Transit Center
09 minute
21st & N
04 minute
Airports
Meadows Field Airport
Driving: 13 minute | Transit: Loading

Last Reviews

Dave Smith
16 October 2025

I moved in ro room 209 2 or so years ago. I was dieing and under hospice care. From day one....both managers/owners have treated me fantastic.

Randall Biell
11 October 2025

I live here, Bakersfield Hotel since last April 2020 that my brother make me great great settle live in my small room, That Bakersfield Hotel is excellent living comfortable for myself, all time to work on my hobby, laptops nice neighbor people.I like people in that hotel, good people. I was lived at THE MISSION for two months happen someone stole my pickup truck, I become angry, got fight with Nelson, I fell on tar road, got laceration wound, went to hospital for clean wound, bandage first aid. Hospital staff said THE MISSION is true good shelter place for anybody happen have no home. THE MISSION is Thumb Up !! So my brother request me move to Bakersfield Hotel that happen I alway keep busy alone in room. But not yet meet woman for love yet. The managers is my true good heart man and good heart woman friendly and control not allow poor friends, intruder people cried ask me money cause that life path habit took my retire living since 5 years. I decide not hurry to move away. The manages want me stay here but not have love with woman, too bad for myself, I am think, buy vehicle and can move to better bigger home. I like have small machine shop to make money for make parts. I have long story thinking do do, think buy vehicle. Laptop man Randy

Paige Dee Wilson
23 September 2025

Okay. This isn't the best of area's. But, stay to yourself an you'll be just fine! I'm, disabled, so I need my walker carried upstairs..... And, all of gentlemen carry my grocries and my walker! Thanks Geita & Alex.... YOU TWO GENUINALLY CARE

Franklin Berry
14 September 2025

They care and don't care who you are the place is always clean I have been there for over 7year's so come and let enjoy our home

Info (Essential details)

  • Phone
    Phone Number+1 661-633-2383
  • Address1202 19th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301, United States