Holiday Inn Express Bakersfield by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.2 (1132 reviews)
4400 Hughes Lane , Bakersfield , US
+1 661-833-3000

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms and common areas
Good breakfast (many mentions)
Comfortable beds and room furnishings
Nice pool area
Ample/free parking
Friendly/professional staff (many reports)
Good value for price
Convenient nearby food/options
Cons:
Occasional rude reception or smoking staff
One serious unresolved deposit/refund complaint
Noise issues (train/freeway) for some rooms
Broken front door reported
Pool lacks sunbeds/shade and some outdoor furniture is old
Some rooms have dated carpets/older decor
Breakfast can be crowded/replenishment issues or removed early

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Repeated positive mentions: ‘very clean’, ‘net en schoon’, ‘cleanest’, rooms and common areas praised across many reviews.
Service
7.4
Mixed reports: several reviewers praised friendly and professional staff and security, but there are notable complaints about rudeness at reception, smoking staff, and an unresolved deposit/refund issue.
Location
7.8
Mixed sentiment: convenient for relatives and parking and near food options, but some found it off the main route, near a freeway/train noise, and one report of a broken front door.
Room Quality
8
Generally comfortable and clean with good beds and chaise lounges reported, though a few comments note dated carpets or slightly older furnishings.
Amenities
8
Positive mentions of a nice pool and ample parking; some negatives about pool lacking sunbeds/shade and older outdoor furniture.
Value for Money
8.5
Several guests noted good quality for the price, free ample parking, and adequate bedding; one major negative around withheld deposit impacts perceived value for that guest.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Breakfast frequently praised as very good and abundant, though some mentioned crowded service/replenishment issues and early removal of breakfast items.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall positive stay reports dominate: many guests would return or recommend, highlighting cleanliness, comfort, breakfast and staff professionalism despite some isolated negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:03

Property Description

Convenient Location and Recreational Activities
Located just a 12-minute drive from downtown Bakersfield, California and Kern City Golf Course, the Holiday Inn Express Bakersfield offers a perfect blend of convenience and leisure. Guests can enjoy on-site amenities such as a putting green, basketball court, gym, jacuzzi, and outdoor pool.

Comfortable Rooms and Modern Amenities
Each spacious room at the hotel is equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, and coffee maker, ensuring a comfortable stay. The warmly decorated rooms feature free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and a work desk, providing both relaxation and productivity.

Delicious Breakfast and Nearby Attractions
Start your day with a delicious breakfast buffet including omelets, sausage, and Arabica bean coffee. With attractions like Valley Plaza Mall and California State University Bakersfield in close proximity, there's no shortage of entertainment options nearby.

Book your stay at the Holiday Inn Express Bakersfield today for a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BFL

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Door Width: 82
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1132 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 7.4
Location: 7.8
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 8.6
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David • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Emeric • couple • fr
8
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • couple • us
10
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Dewayne • couple • us
9
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Gauri Shankar • extended_group • gb
10
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Bartlomiej • couple • pl
3
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • us
6
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Bernadett • family_with_children • hu
10
Ajánlom!
Pros:

Tiszta,rendezett! Szuper reggelivel!

Cons:

-

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Araceli • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Everything very clean and nice so comfortable

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Bryan • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Castaneda • couple • us
10
It was great no issues
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • us
10
Above expectations
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Not a thing could have been better

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Jean-Luc • family_with_children • fr
8
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Bruce • couple • fr
8
Pros:

Bon petit dej

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Bill • family_with_children • us
6
Pros:

Breakfast

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Diaz • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Very clean and the pool area was nice

Cons:

The receptinist was very blan didn't even say anything about the inconvenynce of having to use the back door in order to check-in.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Lucio • couple • us
8
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Nelson • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Front door broken

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Sophie • couple • nl
8
Goed voor 1 nachtje
Pros:

Ontbijt wat erg lekker

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Sylvia • couple • us
9
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee