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Bakersfield Lodge

Experience Bakersfield Lodge, a budget-friendly hotel offering clean rooms, free Wi-Fi, free parking, and gated security. Enjoy great service and modern amenities in a central location at 1219 S Union Ave, ideal for visitors seeking comfort and convenienc

1219 S Union Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93307, United States View on map
6.8/10
Average Based on 79 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced value and practical comforts

Visitors highlight reasonable pricing and attentive service amid a no-frills setting, with some caution advised due to the neighborhood.

Guests often praise

  • Affordable rates providing good value for the price.
  • Friendly and helpful customer service experience.
  • Clean, updated rooms featuring new TVs with streaming options.
  • Gated property offering a sense of security.
  • Flexible check-out times without early pressure.

Worth knowing

  • Located in an area considered less safe by some guests.
  • No on-site restaurant, fitness center, or pool facilities.
  • Rooms have tile floors and lack microwaves.
  • Free Wi-Fi and parking are available but amenities remain basic.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking budget-friendly accommodation in Bakersfield.
  • Visitors prioritizing a clean, quiet, and straightforward stay.
  • Those needing convenient access to local museums and attractions.
  • Guests comfortable with a simple lodging experience without extra amenities.
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About this property

Welcome to Bakersfield Lodge

Bakersfield Lodge stands as a practical and straightforward option for travelers seeking comfort without unnecessary frills. Located on South Union Avenue in Bakersfield, California, the lodge offers a modest rating of 3.4, reflecting a blend of value and basic hospitality. Its gated premises provide a sense of security in an area known for its challenges, which many guests find reassuring.

Guests frequently praise the lodge for its fair pricing and accommodating staff. Reviews highlight the peaceful atmosphere despite the location, with no pressure on early check-outs—a welcome relief for many travelers. The rooms, while simple, are described as clean and updated. Offering new televisions equipped with YouTube and Bluetooth, Bakersfield Lodge subtly merges modern convenience with affordability.

Though amenities are limited—featuring free Wi-Fi and parking but lacking a pool, restaurant, or fitness center—the lodge caters well to visitors focused on exploring nearby recreational attractions and sightseeing spots. Its tile floors and gated environment reinforce a no-nonsense approach, focusing on essential comfort and safety.

In essence, Bakersfield Lodge offers a grounded, honest lodging experience for guests prioritizing value and security over luxury. It captures the spirit of Bakersfield’s hospitality—unpretentious yet dependable—and stands out as a pragmatic choice for those who want a peaceful stay within a reasonable budget.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking

Not available at this property

Pool
Restaurant
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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G Mann Nov 16, 2025
10

Very nice. Don't press you in the am to pay. Good price, good people, gated. Prob your best bang for your buck . New tvs with YouTube and Bluetooth. Tile floor...no microwave tho

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Tyler Sep 18, 2025
8.0

For being in the bad unsafe location it’s in, this place is reasonably priced. Great customer service, clean rooms, looks updated, gated in, don’t press you to check out at 6am, it was peaceful. Best place to stay on union.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Bakersfield Lodge

Bakersfield, California, USA

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Bakersfield 55 min Walk
  • South Union & Amador 1 min Walk
  • South Union & Adams 2 min Walk
  • Meadows Field Airport 17 min Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in California. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

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Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

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