The Padre Hotel
1702 18th St, Bakersfield, CA, USSee what's available
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About this property
The Padre Hotel is a 3.5-star independent property located in downtown Bakersfield, California. Situated just a 2-minute walk from Fox Theater and 12 minutes on foot from Dignity Health Arena, the hotel places guests near major cultural and entertainment venues. The Kern County Museum and Buck Owens Crystal Palace are each under 2 miles away.
The hotel offers 112 guestrooms, including 60 suites, each featuring memory foam beds with down comforters, flat-screen televisions with cable programming, and iPod docking stations. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is provided in all rooms. Bathrooms include designer toiletries and hair dryers. Guest comfort ratings average 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Dining options include Farmacy Cafe, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee, with room service available during limited hours. The Art Deco property provides a 24-hour fitness center, rooftop terrace, and complimentary wireless internet throughout. Additional amenities include concierge services, wedding services, conference space spanning 5,005 square feet across 4 meeting rooms, spa services, and luggage storage. The hotel is wheelchair accessible with accessible meeting spaces and assistive listening devices available.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Dogs up to 25 pounds are welcome, with a maximum of one pet per room; service animals are allowed and exempt from restrictions. The property maintains a 24-hour front desk and offers valet parking for an additional fee. Bakersfield's proximity via BFL airport makes The Padre Hotel accessible for both leisure and business travelers.
Location & nearby attractions
Fox Theater - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Clinica Sierra Vista - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Unity Church - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Community Health Initiative - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Dignity Health Arena - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Fresenius Medical Care at San Joaquin Community Hospital - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Mercy Hospital Downtown - Bakersfield - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Bakersfield Museum of Art - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
McMurtrey Aquatic Center - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Kern County Veterans Memorial - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Kern River - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Kern County Museum - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Buck Owens Crystal Palace - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Sam Lynn Ballpark - 3 km / 1.9 mi
The nearest major airport is Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field) - 9.9 km / 6.2 mi
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Amenities & features
Getting here
BFL
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
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 fire extinguisher
- 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 are welcome.
- all sizes allowed
Fees & policies
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $8 to 18 per person Valet parking fee: $18 per night (in/out privileges) Pet fee: $50 per pet, per stay (maximum $100 per stay) Service animals are exempt from fees Rollaway bed fee: $20 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
- Contactless check-out is available.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Padre Hotel?
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - anytime. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is The Padre Hotel located?
The Padre Hotel is located at 1702 18th St, Bakersfield, CA, US.
What attractions are near The Padre Hotel?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Fox Theater - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Clinica Sierra Vista - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Unity Church - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Community Health Initiative - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Dignity Health Arena - 1 km / 0.6 mi Fresenius Medical Care at San Joaquin Community Hospital - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi Mercy Hospital Downtown - Bakersfield - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi Bakersfield Museum of Art - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi McMurtrey Aquatic Center - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi Kern County Veterans Memorial - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi Kern River - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi Kern County Museum - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi Buck Owens Crystal Palace - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi Sam Lynn Ballpark - 3 km / 1.9 mi The nearest major airport is Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field) - 9.9 km / 6.2 mi
How do I get to The Padre Hotel?
BFL Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What dining options are available at The Padre Hotel?
Enjoy a meal at Farmacy Cafe or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11 AM for a fee.
What amenities does The Padre Hotel offer?
The Padre Hotel features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Gym, Restaurant, Spa, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly.
What are the rooms like at The Padre Hotel?
Stay in one of 112 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Partially open bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Is The Padre Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, The Padre Hotel is pet-friendly. all sizes allowed.
What fees should I know about at The Padre Hotel?
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $8 to 18 per person Valet parking fee: $18 per night (in/out privileges) Pet fee: $50 per pet, per stay (maximum $100 per stay) Service animals are exempt from fees Rollaway bed fee: $20 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
What should I know before staying at The Padre Hotel?
Contactless check-out is available.