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Whispering Pines Lodge

2.5 star property
Motel in Kernville with free parking

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Studio | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Studio | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Property grounds
River View Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Front of property
Whispering Pines Lodge, surrounded by nature's serenity, offers a playground for kids and a seasonal outdoor pool for all to enjoy. With free in-room WiFi, express check-out, barbecue grills and wedding services on site - plus helpful staff that guests rave about - this lodge provides the perfect blend of relaxation and recreation.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Tomorrow

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River View Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

River View Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Mountain View King | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Mountain View King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Mountain View King + Single | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Mountain View King + Single

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Creekview Kitchenette | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Creekview Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King & Couch Suite - Jacuzzi | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, fireplace

King & Couch Suite - Jacuzzi

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
13745 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA, 93238

What's nearby

  • Kernville Chamber of Commerce - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sierra South Mountain Sports - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Brush Creek - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kern River Valley Historical Society - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Kern Valley Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Inyokern, CA (IYK) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Barn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kern River Brewing Co. - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Airport Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Primo's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kernville Saloon - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Whispering Pines Lodge

Property highlights
Whispering Pines Lodge provides a playground and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, barbecue grills, and outdoor furniture
  • Smoke-free premises, a banquet hall, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as fireplaces and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Private yards, separate sitting areas, and mini fridges

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

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless 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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, and a smoke detector
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from March 01 to October 31
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Property is also known as

Whispering Pines Lodge Motel
Whispering Pines Lodge Kernville
Whispering Pines Lodge Motel Kernville

Frequently asked questions

Does Whispering Pines Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Is Whispering Pines Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Whispering Pines Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whispering Pines Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Whispering Pines Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whispering Pines Lodge located?

Situated in Kernville, this motel is steps from Sequoia National Forest and Kern River. Kernville Chamber of Commerce and Sierra South Mountain Sports are also within 10 minutes.

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