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The Kern Lodge

2.0 star property
Cabin in Kernville with an outdoor pool

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb

Explore the area

Map
67 Valley View Drive, Kernville, CA, 93238
  • Kernville Chamber of Commerce
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Sierra South Mountain Sports
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Brush Creek
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 27 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premium Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 41 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Honeymoon Suite | Living area

Honeymoon Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 83 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 132 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
  • 54 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Studio

Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 34 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 51 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • 34 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 34 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 51 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Studio, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 21 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Duplex, 2 Bedrooms

Family Duplex, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 41 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Kernville

At The Kern Lodge you'll be within steps of Sequoia National Forest and Kernville Chamber of Commerce. .You can enjoy flat-screen TVs with cable channels, and all 26 cabins feature coffee/tea makers, hairdryers and phones. In-room dining is easy with amenities like fridges and microwaves. Additionally, irons/ironing boards and free toiletries are available.
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What's nearby

  • Kernville Chamber of Commerce - 2 min walk
  • Sierra South Mountain Sports - 4 min walk
  • Brush Creek - 5 min walk
  • Kern River Valley Historical Society - 11 min walk
  • The Kern Valley Museum - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • Inyokern, CA (IYK) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kern River Brewing Co - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Barn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Big Blue Bear - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cheryl's Diner - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sportsman's Inn - ‬9 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

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

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kernville cabin.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Games room or arcade
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Kern Lodge offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site 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 lift
  • 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 aged 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 cots/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 that 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 on-site parking is available. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/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 all 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

Does The Kern Lodge have a pool?

The Kern Lodge has an outdoor pool.

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

As of 10 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kern Lodge on 11 Feb 2025 start from AU$155.42, 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Kern Lodge?

No, The Kern Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Kern Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Kern Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 302 out of 556 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 556 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 556 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 556 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 556 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Location Location Location
An amazing stay for the price and location. Staff were hospitable and welcoming! Have stayed here many times and will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Rhonda

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We were expecting a queen bed and a full but the queen looked about the same size as the full. We could have used more paper towels in the kitchen and more tissue paper in the bathroom. When I went to the office it was always empty of a person. When I called the number on the door for more tissue paper I never heard back. We didn,t have any wifi, they said they were having issues. Our room needed some TLC, like a few small holes in the walls, the flooring in the kitchen messed up in places, one electrical outlet was half gone and the smoke alarms had been taken down. I did like how big the room was and it was cute. I liked how we were really close to restaurants, a good variety of them and the ones we tried had good food. I liked how we had a parking space right in front of our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noor

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Rustic & quaint motel
Great value for the money…
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming atmosphere, clean and comfortable rooms!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lydia

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cute Motel with potential but…
The place is really cute on the exterior and interior. They have an outdoor chess board you can play with, lights, a pool, a fire pit and Halloween decorations. The issues: The problem was when we got there after check-in they were still cleaning the room so we left and came back twice until they finished. The room smelled great and all surfaces were wiped clean. Also, there was mud/dirt, crumbs, and a pill underneath the bed and was discovered when our toddler dropped his toys and went to find them. I just wish they would’ve cleaned the entire room because my rating would’ve changed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Natalya Tali

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

R

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
While it's not for everyone...
I much prefer a restored property to a modern one. This is my third stay at The Kern Lodge, and I will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kalen

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager Bruce went above and beyond to make our stay at the Kern Lodge. It was a pleasure to see a manager(Bruce) so hands on. From doing esthetic maintainance, to assisting his guests with guidance of the local area, and even helping out open a locked door with the key on the wrong side of it. I can't wait to stay again. This was my fourth stay this year and most memorable. Thank you to the staff of the Kern Lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
It was old but adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Awesome
Very nice, friendly, let us check in early.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service. The property had amenities that offered comfort and entertainment to just hang out and enjoy a beverage. The room was super cute and clean. The location was idyllic, close to everything in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeremiah

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Found cigarette butts in my room on the dresser and floor. Had to ask for a vaccum and vaccum the floor myself as well as mop the whole room. They ran out of extra pillows and the vacuum I used sent ash in the air when I started it up . A bunch of people I know stayed there and one of them actually had bed bugs in their room. When we arrived our doors were actually open. This place has potential but needs a big change in management.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

clifford

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very clean and great location. Rooms are dated and could increase the amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Stella

Travelled with partner
Liked the old wooden walls. Bed was nice. Didnt like old blinds, The TV didnt work. The Neighbors in room next to is us in bench in front of our door talking loud and smoking for hours. Very thin walls.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeannette

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Kern Lodge
i booked a room that was an exceptionally low price & when i got there that room was not available so they put me in a beautiful 2 bedroom suite that was 3x as much as what i paid at no extra cost so i am really grateful. I arrived kinda late but they were very polite, friendly and treated me very well i would def stay there again & again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
Nice and clean and very quiet at night
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Holly

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
At check in we were told they double booked and that I shouldn’t have had a room reserved. Michelle at the front desk found us a room, although my original booking was for an apartment. Room trash was full and there was a bar of used soap in the shower. Fire alarm was not hooked up and just placed on a shelf. We also talked with a local that said the motel is known for squatters. Do not book here!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

corrie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yvonne

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Well, I did not get to stay at the property, but I can review what I seen and experienced at the property. When we got there, there was no one in the office. We called the hotel, from the lobby/entrance, and the phone rang and rang. No answer. Finally, someone in the back of the property was watering, so we approached and asked for assistance. He came to the office, could not help, went to a back house and got someone, she came and she advised that the hotel is fully booked and that Expedia, who we booked through should have never booked us as they are completely booked. They had 1 room with plumbing issues they could see if were repaired enough to give us, but it was not. Dealing with Expedia has been unsuccessful for a refund as this hotel staff will not answer the phone as to confirm that we were unable to stay there. So I am still dealing with trying to get a refund. I can say that the pool was dirty, green murky water, and we had thought before we could not get our reservation that we were not going to use the pool, even though we planned it as it was super hot that weekend. The pictures do not reflect what we saw. Parking is sparse to say the least...The worst is that the entire area we were going to visit, all of the lodgings were booked. We found 1 place that would only accommodate us for the night. So, if given the opportunity in the future, I would not stay at this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024