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Kernville Inn

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A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a television mounted on the wall. - Kernville Inn (Kernville)
A view from a window with a green railing, overlooking a street with a yellow school bus, cars, and a grassy area with trees. - Kernville Inn (Kernville)
A well-maintained grassy area with trees, a building with a red facade, and a clear sky. - Kernville Inn (Kernville)
A motel with a swimming pool, a parking lot, and a mountainous backdrop. - Kernville Inn (Kernville)
A room with a wooden ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a bed with a mattress and pillows, a TV, and a window with blinds. - Kernville Inn (Kernville)
Kernville Inn provides amenities like a terrace and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a headboard, bedside lamps, a bedside table, a TV, and a window with blinds.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a small table, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a brown blanket, a TV mounted on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Fireplace

A room with a bed, a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a chair, a TV, and a chandelier.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A compact room with a bed, a kitchenette, a wooden cabinet, and a small table.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a window with blinds.

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, a door, and a window with blinds.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, River View

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a nightstand, a lamp, a picture on the wall, and a window with blinds.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A compact hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a window with blinds.

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with blinds.

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard Area

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a television, and a small table with water bottles.

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Courtyard Area

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Courtyard Area

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub, Corner

A compact room with a bed, wooden dresser, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub, Corner

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cabin MOUNTAIN VIEW

  • Sleeps 10

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Kernville is home to Kernville Inn. Silver City Ghost Town and Giant Sequoia National Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Audubon Kern River Preserve and Kern River. Sierra South Mountain Sports and Nuui Cunni Native American Intertribal Cultural Center and Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Kernville travel guide
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11042 Kernville Road, Kernville, CA, 93238

What's nearby

  • A mountainous landscape with autumn-colored trees and a valley.
    Cannell Trail
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A forest with tall trees, a dirt path, and a small stream.
    Sierra South Mountain Sports
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A lake surrounded by dry, hilly terrain with sparse vegetation.
    Lake Isabella
    4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • The Kern Valley Museum
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kernville Chamber of Commerce
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Restaurants

  • Pizza Barn
    6 min walk
  • Primo's
    9 min walk
  • Kernville Saloon
    3 min walk
  • Big Blue Bear
    3 min walk
  • Kern River Brewing Co.
    8 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Ski passes

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during December, January, February, and March:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October

Frequently asked questions

Does Kernville Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Kernville Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kernville Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Kernville Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Kernville Inn located?

Situated in Kernville, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Kern River, Cannell Trail, and Sierra South Mountain Sports. The Kern Valley Museum and Kernville Chamber of Commerce are also within 10 minutes.

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

Kernville Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 270 out of 444 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 444 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 444 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 444 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 444 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good beds and view of the river
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great adventure. The Kernville Inn is beautiful, central, comfortable and accommodating! Staff is lovely, rooms are spacious and clean and the town of Kernville and the river are right outside your door.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice. The place is a little dated but is kept really clean. You can walk to everything in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of parking and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming inn right in the heart of Kernville. Staff were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little spot near the river. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and good AC. Close to river and shopping stores.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet. Very comfortable. Loved the outside picnic table to sit and listen to the river. Very simple check in/check out process. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect. Room was clean. Matt, Tamber and Natalie were so friendly and helpful. Pool and recreation were well maintained. It was a very fun stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is right by the river and in the middle of town convenient to dining and walking around town. Weekend nights are really loud in the area because of music and karaoke outside in the camps or the bars in the street so use the earplugs that you see in the front desk.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in a breeze. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome stay! Very comfortable and staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Teena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating staff..loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location great staff. Right next to the water! We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff/proprietors, clean room with all the required amenities. Overall a nice place to stay. We will definitely choose to come here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Parking was good, room and air conditioning were good. We booked our room last minute, but the hotel was obviously not full, yet we were given a room towards the back and very, very small. The location is the best, walking distance to everything. I would recommend staying here, but we just weren’t happy with the room we were given.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice suite with a great patio. Check in was easy and straightforward. If I was staying longer the dishwasher being out of service would have been a bummer but otherwise everything was functional.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking easy, quiet. comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Rowena

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Kern Inn in Kernville

The place is beautifully located and near downtown as everything from the Kern River to the diners and shops are within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and down home country decor. Walking distance to the river and food, shopping and saloons.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay here when up in Kernville. Friendly staff, clean rooms, convenient location, great pool, convenient parking. You will love it here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kute in Kernville

Really nice little place. Clean, cute, and centrally located. Definitely worth a stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older place but well maintained and very clean. Staff is awesome! 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I checked in late and was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025