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Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central

2.5 star property
Hotel in Bakersfield with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility) | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Fitness facility
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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility) | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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25-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower) | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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25-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1017 Oak Street, Bakersfield, CA, 93390

What's nearby

  • Buck Owens Crystal Palace - 1 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Fox Theater - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mechanics Bank Arena - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Kern County Fairgrounds - 4 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • California State University-Bakersfield - 6 min drive - 5.0 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
  • ‪Circle K - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Beanies Coffee Roaster - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central

Hotel located in Oleander - Sunset
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
  • An elevator, a TV in the lobby, 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

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
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)

Property is also known as

Hampton Inn Bakersfield-Central
Hampton Inn Hotel Bakersfield-Central
Bakersfield Hampton Inn
Hampton Inn Bakersfield - Central Hotel Bakersfield
Hampton Inn Bakersfield-Central Hotel
Hampton Inn Bakersfield Central
Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central Hotel
Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central Bakersfield
Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central Hotel Bakersfield

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 at Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central?

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 Camelot Park, Mercy Hospital Downtown - Bakersfield, and Kern River. Community Health Initiative and Buck Owens Crystal Palace are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 658 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1033 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1033 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Artemio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was tranquil, and the atmosphere was incredibly peaceful. The staff is exceptionally friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was friendly and security on site was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here and will continue to do so while in town visiting family!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This property was OK. The room was quiet and the breakfast was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gut für eine Zwischenübernachtung nach Las Vegas.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to freeway
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEVAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for a quick stay on a long drive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Check in staff member was delightful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ulysses

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cómodo, limpio y atentos
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Struttura bellissima Comoda area caffè e the e possibilità di utilizzare il microonde Camera grande e pulita
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

blanca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and staff was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right off the highway, clean, friendly staff. Basic breakfast and a night time security guard outside.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ORALIA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to right off the 99 highway. Clean, large room and free breakfast. Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night after our visit of Sequoia National Park. For us it was perfect, also the breakfast was nice.
Room
Bathroom
Shower
Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time that we stay at the Spark and both times have been an awesome stay with the family. We will continue to use it if we go out to Bakersfield.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The service great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Guadalupe

Super nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nameeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Here for a short business trip and it was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gaetano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tutto positivo
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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