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Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central

2.5 star property
Travelers can energize at the 24-hour fitness center or relax with a fresh coffee in the lobby of this centrally located Bakersfield hotel

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Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central in Oleander-Sunset offers thoughtful amenities like continental breakfast and dry cleaning. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, extended parking, attentive staff, and 24/7 gym access.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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25-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility, Hearing)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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25-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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Good
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Oleander - Sunset, a neighborhood in Bakersfield, Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central is near the airport. Buck Owens Crystal Palace and Fox Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bowlero Bakersfield and Regal Edwards Bakersfield. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at McMurtrey Aquatic Center or Dignity Health Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with skydiving and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Bakersfield travel guide
Map
1017 Oak Street, Bakersfield, CA, 93390

What's nearby

  • Kern River
    Kern River
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Buck Owens Crystal Palace
    Buck Owens Crystal Palace
    1 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Unity Church
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Fox Theater
    4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
    5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bakersfield Station
    4 min drive
  • Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dutch Bros Coffee
    4 min walk
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    11 min walk
  • McDonald's
    8 min walk
  • Jack in the Box
    3 min walk
  • Panera Bread
    15 min walk

About this property

Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central

Hotel near California State University-Bakersfield
At Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Extended parking, express check-out, and express check-in
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 93 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 25-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1998
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central located?

Located in Oleander - Sunset, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mercy Hospital Downtown - Bakersfield, Kern River, and Community Health Initiative. Buck Owens Crystal Palace and Clinica Sierra Vista are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 691 out of 1108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 1108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1108 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

mauricio a

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NICE PLACE, CLEAN , SECURE, FRIENDLY STAFF.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Super clean, quiet, safe, many restaurant options fairly close. Dutch Bros coffee walkable. Breakfast 6-10AM. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rimvydas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good modern rooms, comfortable beds, auto AC/heating.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hector

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great room, really comfortable bed simple but good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Terry

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Easy check in, well located for a traveler overnight. The room was clean and the towels and bedding were nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

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Very friendly staff. Clean rooms and pretty good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Rakesh

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Disliked: Staff & service
Nothing spectacular; clean place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s a nice and clean place to stay. Staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Arthur

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Nice clean place, VERY SAFE neighborhood. Pleasant and friendly staff. I’d stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

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Clean, quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

YI-JEN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good free breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Josie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Front desk was the best. Staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very bright, clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Madan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking felt safe, food variety can be more
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Our room was great. Good location off the I-5.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mauricio a

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, and Pluto tv availability .staff is great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was nice and glad the hotel was pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Gail

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Very nice hotel. I especially liked the bed. Very comfortable. Nice quick breakfast and friendly service. I will come again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!! Including the location. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel was very friendly and helpfull, the breakfast was like a continential breakfast but there's was good and healthy choices. The room was very nice and clean and there was a security guard patroling the hotel making sure our car was safe. I wiould stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place in a good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mauricio a

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025