Padre Hotel

Hotels
9 (915 reviews)
1702 18th Street , Bakersfield , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Central location
Excellent restaurant
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noisy club environment

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Some comments regarding cleanliness issues like peeling paint and dirty carpets.
Service
9.75
Staff received high praise for being friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.75
Convenient and central location with access to nearby restaurants and attractions.
Room Quality
8.25
Rooms generally clean and comfy but noted some areas needing renovation.
Amenities
8.25
Some amenities lacking, like bathroom essentials but decent restaurant offerings.
Value for Money
9.25
Fair prices for restaurant and quality of stay justifies good value.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Highly praised, particularly the breakfast and restaurant service.
Overall Experience
9.25
Overall very positive experiences reported by many guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 22:35

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
The Padre Hotel in Bakersfield, California offers modern style guest rooms with designer headboards, 32-inch flat-screen TVs, and iPod docking stations for a comfortable stay.

Dining Experiences
Indulge in culinary delights at the Brimstone Bar with its hardwood floors and billiards, or enjoy live piano music at the Prospect Bar. For a unique experience, head to the rooftop deck of Prairie Fire and unwind at the outdoor patio bar.

Convenient Location
Situated less than a mile from Rabobank Arena, Theater & Convention Center, and within walking distance to attractions like The Crystal Palace and Fox Theater, Hotel Padre is the perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Book your stay now and experience luxury and convenience at Hotel Padre in Bakersfield, California.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 21 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

The Prospect Lounge is open to the public on Friday and Saturday nights from 9 pm - 1:30 am. The Prospect Lounge features a live DJ and is in the lobby. Due to the high volume of the music, hotel guests are notified of the noise prior to check-in and, if available, offered quieter rooms from the lounge. Due to the layout of the building, these rooms are limited and are offered on a first-come, first-serve basis only.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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for US$20 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs USD 10 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 915 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Gloria Moreno solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Kenny Beal couple us
7
Pros:

Decent stay.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Margaret solo_traveller us
7
Easy in and out for a quick one night stay.
Pros:

Easy access. Quiet even in am with traffic on busy street. Good food.

Cons:

Out of bottled water in lobby.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Tourist42266366569 NONE
10
Padre Hotel 5 stars!
Pros:

Great job Padre hotel!! From checking in to checking out fabulous service. Bradee was fantastic. She paid attention and addressed all of our needs, as well as handled everything patiently and with a smile. Thank you for making us feel welcome and for great service.

Kind regards, Flora Pletman

2026-06-23 via Tripadvisor
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Qualseth couple us
10
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Leslie couple us
10
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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jenniferdF443UJ Business
10
My favorite work get away!!
Pros:

I have been traveling to Bakersfield for over 8+ years for buinsess and was lucky to have found the Padre hotel! The rooms are so yummy, I feel like I am in another country on a big vacation not a work trip! In fact, I purchased the sheets they are so comfy! the decor, the food, the staff are all 5 star. Thank you for making my work trips not feel like work but like coming to my favorite get away!
Jennifer D

2026-06-20 via Tripadvisor
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pennylJ4738KZ NONE
10
Awesome Experience
Pros:

The Padre is a wonderful hotel that always makes you feel welcome. This was our date night spot for years, before we moved away, and we were excited to return and stay there.

2026-06-19 via Tripadvisor
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Alan couple us
10
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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A5994FJismaelm NONE
10
First time visiting
Pros:

Great experience
Great service
Everyone was nice and friendly looking forward to our next visit . Totally recommend anyone to stay here

2026-06-18 via Tripadvisor
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dvalle2 NONE
10
Staycation
Pros:

Stayed at the Padre Hotel recently and had a great experience. The hotel has a lot of character and a cool downtown vibe that makes it feel different from the typical chain hotels. The room was clean, comfortable, and well kept, and the staff was friendly from check-in to check-out. I also enjoyed the restaurants and atmosphere around the property. Whether you’re visiting Bakersfield for work or a weekend getaway, the Padre is a great place to stay. Looking forward to coming back.

2026-06-17 via Tripadvisor
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Izabela solo_traveller pl
8
Pros:

Dobry standard hotelu. Wygodne łóżko. Personel uprzejmy i pomocny.

Cons:

Łazienka oddzielona od pokoju szybą, którą można zasłonić jedynie firanką (przynajmniej my nie znalezlismy żadnej rolety) przez którą i tak właściwie wszystko widać (nie tylko prysznic, ale nawet korzystanie z WC) - mało komfortowe....

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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stevenfY6296JR NONE
4
Anniversary gone wrong
Pros:

When we arrived for our anniversary evening, we utilized the valet service. The valet was super helpful and very courteous to us. We made our way to the front desk, and we're delighted to find that the customer support was brilliant. Check-in was easy, and we made our way up to the room. Phone walking in the room we noticed the cleanliness of it all, remarking at what a beautiful woman was. Even with the shower voyeurism lol.

We had some time to kill before dinner, so we decided to lounge about, however, that's when we noticed the issues. The bed is entirely too hard, and felt like we were laying on a stiff board. The water reservoir for the toilet would occasionally, every 5 to 10 minutes, lose water level. The float in the back would sink down, causing it to try to refill. When this happened, the mechanism would shrink loudly for about 10 seconds.

With our dinner reservation coming due, we made our way downstairs and informed the front desk of the issue with the toilet. There was no reason to complain about the bed, it was what it was. The staff assured me that they would have a maintenance person investigate. My wife and I made our dinner reservation, and returned with hopes of the toilet being fixed.

Upon initial return, we heard no noises. However, after about an hour after our return, the noises returned. We resolved ourselves to just endure the noise, putting on ocean sounds on our phones to drown it out. Sleep was very hard to come by.

In the morning, we enjoyed a nice breakfast and coffee at the downstairs cafe. The valet were very prompt with retreating our vehicle, and we left.

I am so sorry to say, there is a very unlikely chance that we will return. My wife and I understand that this may have been an isolated incident, however, it did affect our anniversary and we left slightly disheartened.

2026-06-15 via Tripadvisor
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Storyteller591515 NONE
2
Unfortunately, That Expensive Remodel Is Now Run Down
Pros:

We have stayed numerous times in a Head Honcho Suite and one time in the Farmer's Daughter's Suite. Before this stay - every stay had been delightful, comfortable, and relaxing. I am so disappointed to see that the rooms are now run down, dirty, torn draperies, mildew around sink and faucets, brown water spewed out of the tub, cheap paper coffee cups (when they used to have lovely mugs to sit and enjoy a morning coffee in bed) with generic garbage coffee. This is in addition to shampoo, body wash, and conditioner being attached to the shower (in a "suite" no less) - because, obviously that's safe and sanitary (I know we've all seen and heard the horror stories). The bed was hard and noisy, pillows were flat, and the sheets were scratchy. One of the things we had always enjoyed at The Padre were the plush beds - to the point we based our own bed at home on this level of comfort. This is extremely disappointing to see the lack of basic maintenance and cleanliness especially for the cost of this room. We won't be returning. It ruined an anniversary.

2026-06-15 via Tripadvisor
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ProwlerBrian NONE
10
Gem in the Middle of Bakersfield.
Pros:

Great little gem in the middle of town. Wonderful restaurant - friendly and helpful servers/bartender. Front desk staff were great. No hassles, perfect.

2026-06-13 via Tripadvisor
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Georgina couple gb
9
Great, would recommend
Pros:

Great hotel in Bakersfield.
Large comfortable room, good bar and restaurant on the ground floor.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Cassie couple us
10
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Melissa couple us
10
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Isaac couple us
8
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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pokerbear Friends getaway San Mateo, California
2
Beware the Reservation System at this Hotel
Pros:

Worst reservation system ever. No cancellation policy for any reason. Only a suspected off-shore call center. Can't get in touch with them, won't accept the reservation number. It's through a horrible company call Reservation Stays. I would never book at the Padre again after this experience. Unacceptable treatment.

2026-06-03 via Tripadvisor