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The Padre Hotel

3.5 star property
Art Deco Bakersfield hotel in Downtown Bakersfield with 2 restaurants

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Front of property - evening/night
3 bars/lounges
Lobby
One King Bed (Maverick Room) | Living area
2 restaurants, breakfast served

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
The current price is AU$266
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb

Explore the area

Map
1702 18th St, Bakersfield, CA, 93301
  • Fox Theater
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Mechanics Bank Arena
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Bakersfield Museum of Art
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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One King Bed, Accessible (Maverick Room)

One King Bed, Accessible (Maverick Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for One King Bed (Maverick Room)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, in-room safe

One King Bed (Maverick Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Down duvet
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, in-room safe

Head Honcho

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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City view

Corner Pocket

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 4 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for One King Bed (Forty Winks Room)

One King Bed (Forty Winks Room)

One King Bed (Forty Winks Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Down duvet
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Bakersfield

The Padre Hotel puts you in the heart of Bakersfield, steps from Fox Theater and within a 15-minute stroll of Mechanics Bank Arena. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include 2 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and a 24-hour gym. .The café, Farmacy Cafe, is open for breakfast. 5005 square feet (465 square metres) of event facilities include 4 meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Downtown Bakersfield hotel, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Kern County Museum and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Buck Owens Crystal Palace.

What's nearby

  • Fox Theater - 2 min walk
  • Mechanics Bank Arena - 12 min walk
  • Kern County Museum - 3 min drive
  • Buck Owens Crystal Palace - 3 min drive
  • Kern County Fairgrounds - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Bakersfield Station - 2 min drive
  • Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jin Sushi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Guthrie's Alley Cat - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dagny's Coffee Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mamma Mia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brimstone Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Padre Hotel

Art Deco Bakersfield hotel in Downtown Bakersfield with 2 restaurants
There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Event space at this hotel measures 5005 square feet (465 square metres) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness centre, a rooftop terrace, and spa services are also featured at the business-friendly The Padre Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. For a fee, parking is available. The property offers extended parking privileges.

This Art Deco Bakersfield hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 112 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • 5005 sq ft of conference space
  • 465 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1928
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
The Padre Hotel offers 112 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Memory foam beds feature down duvets. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries and hairdryers.

This Bakersfield hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 12 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Brimstone
  • Farmacy Cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 5,005 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

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
  • Lift (84 centimetre wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 100.00 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 25 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 12 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 15.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay (maximum USD100.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Padre Hotel?

The Padre Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Padre Hotel?

As of 10 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Padre Hotel on 16 Feb 2025 start from AU$266.49, 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 parking available at The Padre Hotel?

Yep, The Padre Hotel has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 15.00 per night.

Is there a spa on site at The Padre Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer spa services.

What makes The Padre Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A bar, plus memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Padre Hotel.

Does The Padre Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Padre Hotel?

No, The Padre Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Padre Hotel?

Yep, The Padre Hotel has 2 restaurants.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Padre Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Padre Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 716 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1005 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The valet was horrible and tried to pocket $20.. He said he takes tips too. We don't need to be reminded. After he was given $20, we we're then told the valet fee would be added to our bill.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Cypress

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the historical nature of the building and the history.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaToya

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely
What a lovely boutique hotel. I'm glad I decided to stay here rather than some chain hotel. The service was just top notch. Staff greeted me no matter where I was on the property. The valet is exceptional and considering how expensive it can be in larger cities it was so economical and swift and the valets were great to chat with while waiting for my rental. The breakfast I had one morning was yummy as well. The decor of the building was a nice histiric feel and the rooms were nice too. Loved the bathroom with the Black tile and the shower was unique. I wish I had more time to eat at the bar downstairs or check out the roof top (saw it from my room and it looked very inviting) Room wasn't big but was just right. If I have a reason to return to Bakersfield I plan to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic
Amazing historic hotel!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Birgit

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David A, Santa Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Diana

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I had high expectations, as several friends told me they loved staying here. However, my room was beset with several problems, including a toilet paper holder that fell apart onto the floor; the shower knob that fell onto the floor; and a weird static sound coming from the fire alarm speaker. I had to use a white noise app to mask this disconcerting and intermittent sound. In addition, though the in-house restaurant had great Google reviews, my meal of a caesar salad with grilled shrimp had wilted lettuce, a gallon of dressing that was clearly from a can or bottle, and reheated grilled shrimp - that were partially cold. I'm not sure what the allure is here; it was an ok place to stay, but not worth the hype.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was good. The majority of the staff was friendly. We checked-in on the day their second floor restaurant opened. The service sucked. There was a gal (I wish I asked her name) who worked in the cafe. She was friendly, talkative, and she went above and beyond. The staff in the bar were good. However, on my second night I ordered food and it never came. They definitely need to iron out the kinks. Overall, it is a fun place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

J R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An absolute gem.
An absolute gem. Lovely atmosphere and friendly staff. Beautifully and sympathetically restored. And great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay!
Great hotel and staff. Loved that they had our car waiting for us when we checked out.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

KOLLEEN

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel with lots of nostalgia. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moises F.

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great old location with some history. Love the room set up and had a great Restaurant Lounge right in the main lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed here before, and the rooms are always clean and quiet. The Farmacy has a very good breakfast selection and the bar tenders at the Brimstone are always very attentive and skilled.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful rooms, decor, size, all of it! Great staff as well. The only downside was that we stayed over on Saturday evening and there was a lot of noise from a bar nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David, Bakersfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Wonderful staff. Wonderful room. Best spot in Bakersfield, hands down.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Martha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a very old property recently completely renovated in a black, white, and gold art-deco style. It's kind of over the top but also original, and you can't fault it for aiming to please! Our room had a great city view and was well appointed. The shower was a dark-gray stone which seemed a bit like showering in a closet, but otherwise the bathroom was generally luxe. The front-desk staff were super-helpful and friendly, and all staff seemed to be happy to be working at the Padre and proud of its bold new identity. The only disappointments were that the rooftop restaurant/bar was closed for renovations, and the only other place to eat/drink in the hotel (Brimstone, a lobby-level sports-bar-type place) closed promptly at 9pm. There isn't much around the hotel, but downtown Bakersfield is generally not a super vibrant place. We'd stay here again and hope it succeeds in leading a return of style and energy to a city that has a really interesting history, as the hotel itself personifies.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024