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Best Western China Lake Inn

400 South China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Gym
Laundry
Free Breakfast
Non-Smoking
Parking

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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

With a stay at Best Western China Lake Inn in Ridgecrest, you'll be a 4-minute walk from Ridgecrest City Hall and 7 minutes by foot from Kerr McGee Community Center. This hotel is 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from Sequoia National Forest and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Kern County Dog Park.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 52 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Dining

Complimentary breakfast.

A complimentary full breakfast is served daily.

Amenities & features

Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

Major airports are LAX and Las Vegas-both are approximately 150-200 miles from our location. The local airport is Inyokern. It is approximately 20 miles from Best Western. Taxi Service and Car rentals are available.
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Outside free parking.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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)
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.
Contactless check-out is available

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.