In the heart of downtown Bakersfield, The Padre Hotel offers a unique blend of style and comfort. With two on-site restaurants serving up breakfast, lunch, and dinner, you can savor the flavors while taking in the city views from the rooftop terrace or working out at the 24-hour gym.
Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field) - 14 min drive
Bakersfield Station - 20 min walk
Restaurants
Dagny's Coffee Co. - 4 min walk
Guthrie's Alley Cat - 2 min walk
Sandrini's Public House - 3 min walk
The Padre Hotel - 1 min walk
Off The Rails - 3 min walk
About this property
The Padre Hotel
Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at The Padre Hotel. Guests can indulge in spa services, and Farmacy Cafe serves breakfast. A bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness center, and a fitness center are other highlights at this Art Deco hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and bar.
At a glance
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Hotel size
112 rooms
Arranged over 9 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 25 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 18.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Working away
4 meeting rooms
Conference space (5005 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1928
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Television in common areas
24-hour fitness center
Spa services
Banquet hall
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 33
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Magnifying mirror
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
40-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam mattress
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Partially open bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.
Dining
Farmacy Cafe - This café serves breakfast only.
Brimstone - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 to 18 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 100.00 per stay)
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 18.00 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Hotel Padre
Padre Bakersfield
Padre Hotel
Padre Hotel Bakersfield
The Padre Hotel Hotel
The Padre Hotel Bakersfield
The Padre Hotel Hotel Bakersfield
Frequently asked questions
Does The Padre Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Padre Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Padre Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 25 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Padre Hotel?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 18.00 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Padre Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Padre Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Golden West Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Padre Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and mountain biking, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a 24-hour fitness center and spa services.
Are there restaurants at or near The Padre Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Farmacy Cafe.
What's the area around The Padre Hotel like?
The Padre Hotel is in Downtown Bakersfield, a short 2-minute walk from Fox Theater and 12 minutes' walk from Dignity Health Arena. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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The Padre Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property's restaurant, bar, and coffee shop offered great food and excellent service. (18 reviews)
Breakfast options were great with a good selection and attentive service at the Farmacy Restaurant. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2025
The only place to stay in Bakersfield! Great rooms and staff.
Dan
Dan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2025
Beautifuly room amazingly comfortable bed. Loved my stay
Etta
Etta, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2025
Such a beautiful experience, and great food. A must stay in Bakersfield!
Shannon
Shannon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2025
The staff was wonderful… The bed was comfy, and the room in view were beautiful..
Lori
Lori, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2025
Great hotel all around. Courteous staff, slick bars/restaurants, stylishly comfortable rooms. All with the good ol Bakersfield country vibe.
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2025
Clean room
Jesse
Jesse, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
Great little hotel!
kirk
kirk, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
It’s Amazing Hotel to stay. Very clean, Customers service, food and location
mohanad
mohanad, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 23, 2025
We received amazing customer service by the front desk and loved our room! They provided us a beautiful quiet room for our wedding night. The only thing I disagree with is that we did not receive cleaning service and we did request it.
Laurissa
Laurissa, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2025
Relaxing stay
Edward
Edward, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
Great hotel! I will stay here again.
Kathy
Kathy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2025
Historical fun.
Nice historical site. Walking distance to the Fox Theatre. Love the location.
Gregory
Gregory, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2025
Getaway
We went uo there for a wedding, but really enjoyed the amenities there. Walking distance to lots of bars. Could have used firmer pillows on the bed, but that was really the only negative.
Katherine
Katherine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Would definitely recommend this hotel!
Neal
Neal, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2025
great place
Joey
Joey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Clean and excellent accommodations!
Hollie
Hollie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Room and services were excellent. Will definitely stay here again in the future.
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
Very kind staff easy check in process and even though it is a older hotel with vintage vibes, it still is modern and very comfortable. Great drinks and restaurant inside the hotel as well
Tiffany
Tiffany, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2025
Great hotel
Darin
Darin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
Old hotel, but nicely renovated. Very comfortable bed, We decided to stay another night!
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
My go to hotel, when I stay in Bakersfield
Breane
Breane, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2025
The hotel was great, but we had dinner in the restaurant and probably would not go there again.
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
Needed a clean quiet place to stay while visiting my mom in the hospital.
Krissy
Krissy, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 25, 2025
The staff is excellent. The hotel is charming. There is a very good coffee shop in the lobby! I had room service and the food was very good with reasonable price.
Laural
Laural, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 5, 2025
Going for a holiday stay was a fun idea. Unhappy to find no events held for that day. All around pleasant stay.