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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Dignity Health Arena in Bakersfield

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A spacious lobby with two yellow armchairs, a central staircase, and a glass entrance.
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.
A compact hotel room with a desk, office chair, bed, kitchenette, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and a door with a glass panel.
A buffet with various food items, including omelets and cheese.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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3001 Buck Owens Blvd, Bakersfield, CA, 93308
  • Place, Buck Owens Crystal Palace
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kern River
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Dignity Health Arena
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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A bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and a door with a glass panel.

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, and a ceiling fan.

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(84 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Bakersfield

In Bakersfield .Your stay at this Bakersfield hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Buck Owens Crystal Palace and Bakersfield Heart Hospital. Also, Heart Hospital is within half a mile (1 km) and Mercy Hospital Downtown - Bakersfield is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Buck Owens Crystal Palace - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kern River - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dignity Health Arena - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Kern County Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • California State University-Bakersfield - 8 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Bakersfield Station - 11 min drive
  • Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Rosemary's Family Creamery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jake's Original Tex-Mex Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Beanies Coffee Roaster - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

Hotel near Dignity Health Arena in Bakersfield
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 1000 square feet (90 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG also features multilingual staff, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This Bakersfield hotel is smoke free.

  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1000 sq ft of conference space
  • 90 sq m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG offers 90 accommodations with video-game consoles and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies
  • Video game console

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG is 3.5 mi (11-min drive) away from the Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG?

As of Jul 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG on Aug 9, 2026 start from $123, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG offers free continental breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Golden West Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG features an outdoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG to downtown Bakersfield?

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG is 1.7 mi away from Bakersfield.

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 664 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rigoberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay, was easy to rebook another night very helpful and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service, clean and organized amenities. Room was superb and clean with a very comfortable bed and cool room. We will definitely stay here on our next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful breakfast, and roomy room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is better than symilar hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great hotel, boring area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Very clean room, comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, large room, great bathroom and close to expressway.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room staff nice food delicious everything was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose W.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful front desk staff, rooms were very clean and all appliances were clean and working properly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was huge and very clean. Breakfast was good we will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
day time staff was wonderful very clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s always very nice here, that’s why we always stay here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not get to try the hot tub or gym,but will definitely do that on ny next trip. Great accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms,staff friendly . Never had a bad experience with this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very spacious & clean. I was on the top floor. The room has a small kitchenette type area with a mini frig & microwave & a sink. It was quiet & I slept comfortably. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay at!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose Rosario

Clean rooms staff nice breakfast good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was huge and super clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to go too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleaning of the room, the quiet of the place and the good coffee included
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy check in. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Place was clean and calm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was awesome and super friendly. Room was clean and quiet and just what we needed after a long drive. Breakfast was good we just would of liked to have some bacon.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

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