Best Western China Lake Inn
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About this property
Best Western China Lake Inn is a 2.5-star hotel located in Ridgecrest, California. The property sits within walking distance of the city center—Ridgecrest City Hall is a 4-minute walk away, and Kerr McGee Community Center is a 7-minute walk. Guests appreciate the convenient location, which has earned a 3.8 out of 5 rating based on proximity to local landmarks and services.
The hotel offers 52 individually decorated guestrooms, each equipped with a refrigerator, LCD television, and complimentary wireless internet access. Rooms feature private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, along with microwaves and coffee/tea makers for added convenience. Satellite programming is available for entertainment, and daily housekeeping maintains the rooms. Guest comfort is rated 3.9 out of 5 by visitors.
Amenities include an outdoor pool, hot tub, and fitness center for recreation and wellness. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily to all guests. The property also provides a banquet hall, vending machine, business center, and free self-parking. Additional guest services include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe-deposit box. The hotel is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible throughout, with accessible parking, an accessible registration desk, and accessible pool facilities. Service animals are permitted and exempt from fees.
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property does not allow pets other than service animals. Major airports including LAX and Las Vegas are approximately 150–200 miles away, while the local Inyokern airport is roughly 20 miles distant with car rental and taxi services available. The hotel maintains an overall guest rating of 4 out of 5, with 80.1% of guests recommending the property.
Location & nearby attractions
Ridgecrest City Hall - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Kerr McGee Community Center - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Petroglyph Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Maturango Museum - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Kern County Dog Park - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
China Lake Museum - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Leroy Jackson Park Sports Complex - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Rural Health Clinic - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Cerro Coso Community College - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
China Lake Golf Course - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Trona Pinnacles - 21.3 km / 13.3 mi
Sequoia National Forest - 23.5 km / 14.6 mi
Searles Dry Lake - 33.1 km / 20.6 mi
The preferred airport for Best Western China Lake Inn is Inyokern, CA (IYK) - 18.8 km / 11.7 mi
Rooms
Dining
Complimentary breakfast.
Amenities & features
Getting here
Check-in & check-out
- 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
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
- This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Pet policy
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Pets are not allowed. With the exception of ADA animals.
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Know before you go
- Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
- Children 13 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- For details on Best Western's privacy policy, visit www.bestwestern.com/privacy.