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The Kern Lodge

2.0 star property
Kernville cabin with free WiFi

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Outdoor pool
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, paper towels
Room amenity
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Property amenity

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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67 Valley View Drive, Kernville, CA, 93238
  • Place, Kernville Chamber of Commerce
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sierra South Mountain Sports
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kern River Valley Historical Society
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • 441 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

  • 376 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Honeymoon Suite | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Honeymoon Suite

  • 893 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 290 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • 290 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1421 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • 581 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • 290 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

  • 361 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • 551 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bunk Bed, 1 Queen Bunk Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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House, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

House, 2 Bedrooms

  • 361 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • 361 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 551 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio with Kitchen

  • 228 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 228 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Duplex, 2 Bedrooms | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Duplex, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

  • 376 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 548 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • 441 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 548 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Kernville

In Kernville .Your stay at this cabin will put you steps from Kernville Chamber of Commerce and a 5-minute walk from Sequoia National Forest. Sierra South Mountain Sports and Kern River are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kernville Chamber of Commerce - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sierra South Mountain Sports - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Brush Creek - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kern River Valley Historical Society - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Kern Valley Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Inyokern, CA (IYK) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kern River Brewing Co. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Barn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Airport Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Primo's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kernville Saloon - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Kern Lodge

Kernville cabin with free WiFi
As a guest of The Kern Lodge, you'll find an outdoor pool and an arcade/game room. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kernville cabin.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Game room or arcade
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Kern Lodge offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Kernville cabin provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Phone

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 26 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. No onsite parking is available. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Kern Lodge Kernville
Kern Lodge
Kern Kernville
The Kern Hotel Kernville
The Kern Lodge Cabin
Kern Lodge Kernville
The Kern Lodge Kernville
OYO Kern Lodge Kernville
The Kern Lodge Cabin Kernville

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Kern Lodge to the airport?

The Kern Lodge is 52.4 mi (67-min drive) away from the Inyokern, CA (IYK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kern Lodge?

As of Sep 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kern Lodge on Oct 6, 2025 start from $110.0, excluding 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 The Kern Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Kern Lodge.

Does The Kern Lodge offer free breakfast?

The Kern Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Kern Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at The Kern Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Kern Lodge?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does The Kern Lodge have a pool?

The Kern Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does The Kern Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is The Kern Lodge to downtown Kernville?

The Kern Lodge is 0.4 mi away from Kernville.

Reviews

The Kern Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 354 out of 667 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 667 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 667 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 667 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 667 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the lodge did need a bit of maintenance. Remote didn’t work. And the power was cut off by the power company every day from as early as 11am till midnight for 2 nights one night it did come back on at 6:30. This was not the lodges fault. The whole town was without power. But as far as the lodge itself I loved it and would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness

Friendly but the property is not good.

The peoperty is okay but they used bedding that had already been used by other guests and was stained without washing. The stove in the kitchen did not work and the fixtures inside were very old and not in good working order.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samamtha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place would definitely go back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bruce was @ the ready, even though we had a very late arrival!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Eri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

I would recommend it and would definitely stay aga

I went with my family the rooms were comfortable and bathrooms were clean and the pool was a plus but needed a bit more cleaning
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
There is a major problem in this area during wind or heat periods , Edison shuts off the power for long periods of time , closing restaurants , shops and gas stations . Ac and lights to your hotel room
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Room comfort

Unprofessional, Disappointing, Worst Choice EVER!

My group of 6 booked the family suite for our weekend stay. Unknown to us before we arrived, SCE turns off the power in Kernville due to high winds...completely understandable. When we arrived on Friday evening, the hotel generator was running and we had power, but not everyone did. SCE later restored power around 8 pm. The following day, we arrived back at the hotel at 5 pm with no power & the generator was not being utilized. No one was in the office; they did not answer the cell phone number on the window, but did finally answer a text regarding the generator. When asking when the generator would be turned on, the only response was "between 8 - 10." We were left for 5 hours without power, a candle, a lantern, etc. SCE turned the power on at 9:30 pm. We spent 3 hours in the dark! Why was the generator not used this night?! Why were we not told ahead of time about the electricity situation?! In addition, for a party of 6, we were provided 4 bath towels/3 wash clothes/2 slivers of soap/no Kleenex, or extra toilet paper. There were no paper towels, kitchen towels, or extra trash bags in the kitchen. We had one frying pan, 3 cooking utensils, & no coffee. Moreover, we received no service to make our beds, change out towels, or empty our trash. When checking in, I had to call a cell phone for someone to come to the front desk, my ID was never asked for, and no one was available at checkout. Kern Lodge does not care about their patrons and is unprofessional!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the interior log cabin feel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The power was out for most of the day, but the hotel was very accommodating. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Really enjoyed the hotel, town and vibe
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very close to everything, very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Cabin like rooms, very cute, clean. Convenient, restraunts, brewery walking distance. The town is cute, nice time rafting on the river.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Traveled with family
We booked this hotel on Hotels.com months in advance, but when we arrived, they had not reserved us a room. They could see our reservation, but had double booked, and we had to drive an hour to another location. Worse, they refused to communicate with Hotels.com about authorizing a refund. Go somewhere else!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ovet all excellent my room so nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sierra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Honestly loved almost everything about this quaint little lodge- the themed rooms are so cute, the aesthetic is vintage and woodsy and I will definitely be back! My only qualm was the lack of humna-to-human communication with the actual Lodge staff.. I couldnt reach anyone via phone, email, even Facebook pre-stay. But once I got there, Bruce was so lovely and helpful and pleasant!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right next to kernville brewery
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hui

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
nice and quiet place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hui

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hui

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location on the gate of serria, center of kernville small town to get every easy. Clean and well organized by kind management team.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Max

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was fine, nice wood paneling, quiet, but the TV was hard to use, the internet not working and the faucet would not turn off. Mainly it was the common areas, office and grounds that were neglected and shabby. Too bad; the location was fine and the place has potential for the right manager.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, San Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice road side motel in the heart of Kernville.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Lovely room

I loved how spacious the room was for a family of 5 and wish we couldve longer. Everything we needed was met in a timely manner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025