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Whispering Pines Lodge

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Kernville motel

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BBQ/picnic area
Seasonal outdoor pool
Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Front of property
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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13745 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA, 93238
  • Place, Kernville Chamber of Commerce
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Sierra South Mountain Sports
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kern River Valley Historical Society
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

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Creekview Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Mountain View King + Single | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Mountain View King + Single

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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River View Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

River View Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Mountain View King | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Mountain View King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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King & Couch Suite - Jacuzzi | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

King & Couch Suite - Jacuzzi

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kernville

In Kernville .Within a 10-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Kern River and Kernville Chamber of Commerce. Sequoia National Forest and Sierra South Mountain Sports are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kernville Chamber of Commerce - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sierra South Mountain Sports - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cannell Trail - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kern River Valley Historical Society - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Kern Valley Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Inyokern, CA (IYK) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kern River Brewing Co. - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Barn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Big Blue Bear - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cheryl's Diner - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Whispering Pines Lodge

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Kernville motel
Whispering Pines Lodge offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Kernville motel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Wedding services available
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Whispering Pines Lodge offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Kernville motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open March 01 and close October 31.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Whispering Pines Lodge Motel
Whispering Pines Lodge Kernville
Whispering Pines Lodge Motel Kernville

Frequently asked questions

How close is Whispering Pines Lodge to the airport?

Whispering Pines Lodge is 52.7 mi (70-min drive) away from the Inyokern, CA (IYK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whispering Pines Lodge?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whispering Pines Lodge on Mar 12, 2026 start from $125, 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 Whispering Pines Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Whispering Pines Lodge.

Does Whispering Pines Lodge offer free breakfast?

Whispering Pines Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Whispering Pines Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Whispering Pines Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Whispering Pines Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Whispering Pines Lodge have a pool?

Whispering Pines Lodge features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Whispering Pines Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Whispering Pines Lodge to downtown Kernville?

Whispering Pines Lodge is 0.5 mi away from Kernville.

Whispering Pines Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 236 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meagen

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, Shaye was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lamar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We’ve stayed here before and like the previous visit, the rooms were clean and comfortable. We stayed in Room 10 and one of the bathroom sinks was clogged and the fan sounded like it was broken. I would recommend these are fixed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

kern

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We absolutely loved staying here. Our room was very clean and homey. Service at the front desk was great and we loved eating on the balcony. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and amenties were amazing. We stayed in the suite and the jacuzzi bathtub and fire place was so romantic! Great place to spend your anniversary!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Titus

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful! Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, wonderful location close to town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jukka

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic little place right by the river. Quiet and qaint. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cosy, and nice view from room and balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jukka

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cozy, nice, clean and staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Accommodated an early checkin - thank you! Room was very comfortable with generous coffee and toiletry supplies. Awesome river view.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property with amazing views.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristian

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Would visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was extremely friendly and pleasant to interact with.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

maureen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an absolutely BEAUTIFUL property right on the river, perfect for a romantic getaway weekend or a relaxing fishing trip. Will absolutely be coming back again and again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Riza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love Kernville and Whispering Pines Lodge

Since 2023, we’ve been coming back to Kernville annually. Whispering Pines Lodge is the only place we considered staying at. We’ve travelled to many places, stayed at various hotels/inns/cottages but never stayed in the same place 2x except at Whispering Pines Lodge. It’s like home away from home, a sanctuary when we want to decompress and just relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025