Downtown Bakersfield, CA
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Popular places to visit
Dignity Health Arena
Catch an event at Dignity Health Arena during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Buck Owens Crystal Palace
You can make plans for a show at Buck Owens Crystal Palace on your trip to Bakersfield. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
The Park At River Walk
Explore the great outdoors at The Park At River Walk, a lovely green space in Bakersfield. Check out the lively bars or charming coffeehouses in this family-friendly area.
Fox Theater
You can enjoy a show at Fox Theater during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Bakersfield Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Bakersfield Museum of Art during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this romantic area.
Clinica Sierra Vista
Though Clinica Sierra Vista might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Bakersfield while you are here.
Downtown Bakersfield Hotel Deals
The Padre Hotel
Wonderful hotel
Reviewed on 5 March 2026
Best Western Plus Hill House
Wonderful! Extremely happy with our stay. The room was so clean and welcoming. The staff was so friendly. There was a gym with just the right amount of equipment. The pool was lovely.
Reviewed on 7 March 2026
Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center
Yes
Reviewed on 9 March 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
The hotel was clean. But the property is located next a highway and the traffic noise was loud.
Reviewed on 9 March 2026
Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South
I would not recommend staying here. I read other reviews and it seemed like it might be ok but it is not. Those must be fake reviews. There are people who you can tell live in this hotel the room looks nothing like the pictures and it smelled. It just did not feel clean.
Reviewed on 10 March 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Bakersfield by IHG
Stayed here numerous times and it’s always been a great experience. With one exception for a front desk clerk who replied to my recommendation that upon check in they could mention you have to request daily service said “well I’m advising you now” All other staff has been pleasant and rooms are clean ...
Reviewed on 9 March 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Bakersfield
Riviera - Westchester
If you're spending some time in Riviera - Westchester, Kern River and Camelot Park are top sights worth seeing.
Oleander - Sunset
While Oleander - Sunset isn't home to many top sights, Dignity Health Arena and Kern County Fairgrounds are some notable places to visit nearby.
Baker Street
While Baker Street might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Dignity Health Arena and Fox Theater.
La Cresta
When in La Cresta, you can plan a visit to Kern County Museum and Bakersfield Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
West Park Community
Though West Park Community might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Buck Owens Crystal Palace and Fox Theater.
East Bakersfield
Primarily a mix of residential and commercial spaces, East Bakersfield is home to Old Town Kern, the former central business district of Sumner. Discover the area's Basque-cuisine restaurants for a unique dining experience.