Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

2.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Bakersfield hotel

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Exterior
Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Free daily continental breakfast
Suite, Multiple Beds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 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, California State University-Bakersfield
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite, Multiple Beds

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

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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About the area

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 - 0.5 km
  • Kern River - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dignity Health Arena - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Kern County Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 8.5 km
  • California State University-Bakersfield - 8 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Beanies Coffee Roaster - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jake's Original Tex-Mex Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Temblor Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Angus Steakhouse - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

Enjoy free breakfast at this Bakersfield hotel
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 Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG on Jun 27, 2026 start from CA $167, 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 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. 656 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1003 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was huge and super clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy check in. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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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
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8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facility in a good location with meal and entertainment options within walking distance. Room was clean a tidy. The included buffet style breakfast offers options for most dietary needs.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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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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10/10 Excellent

Marla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean spotless room and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose Rosario

Clean rooms staff nice breakfast good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Place was clean and calm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to go too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We got into town late but everything went smoothly. We appreciated the clean room and kind service after traveling.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay at!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice and quiet hotel. Bed was perfect for my taste. Robin at check in was the sweetest. Only thing maybe is the ac in the room I got hot and it never really kicked in.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juan

Everything good👍
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful. Location and facilities met our expectations
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super clean our room was very roomy & updated will deff come back again, Robyn in the front desk was super friendly & helpful (kitchen lady could be a lil more friendly & pretend to smile at least)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darlinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect and the staff friendly. Good food at the breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025