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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ridgecrest - China Lake by IHG

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A free breakfast buffet, a gym, and a 24-hour business center are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ridgecrest - China Lake by IHG. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a glass shower enclosure, and a towel rack.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a glass shower enclosure, and a towel rack.

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view, and a wall-mounted lamp.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a glass shower enclosure, and a towel rack.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

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Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a glass shower enclosure, and a towel rack.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

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

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A modern bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and shower.

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A modern bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and shower.

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Ridgecrest is home to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ridgecrest - China Lake by IHG. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sierra Nevada Conservancy and Petroglyph Park, while Maturango Museum and China Lake Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Leroy Jackson Park Sports Complex, or consider a night out at Kerr McGee Community Center. Visit our Ridgecrest travel guide
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1010 N China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA, 93555

What's nearby

  • Four jets flying in formation with smoke trails.
    Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Maturango Museum
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Leroy Jackson Park Sports Complex
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kern County Dog Park
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Ridgecrest City Hall
    6 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field)
    132 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Ven A Communal Eatery
    15 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    6 min walk
  • Starbucks
    8 min walk
  • Ale's Steakhouse & Bar
    19 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,950 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ridgecrest - China Lake by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ridgecrest - China Lake by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ridgecrest - China Lake by IHG?

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

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ridgecrest - China Lake by IHG?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ridgecrest - China Lake by IHG located?

Situated in Ridgecrest, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Ridgecrest Regional Hospital and Rural Health Clinic. Maturango Museum and China Lake Museum are also within 1 mi (2 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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ridgecrest - China Lake by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 279 out of 406 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 406 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 406 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 406 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 406 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay. Quiet and clean. Traveled with my daughter's and we had zero issues. Breakfast options were amazing. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean with friendly staff Loved the soap and shampoo/conditioner provided in room best ever!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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No problems. Clean and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room. Great staff. Would stay there again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was very well maintained. Room was really clean, comfy bed and nice shower. Great breakfast included. Staff was kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was good but we have to hear some noisy sound from air conditioner in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Hotel was nice and clean, the room and shower was clean, very nice place too stay with a good hot breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, pretty place. Lovely breakfast. We had everything we needed. And to be greeted with warm chocolate chip cookies when we checked in was the icing on the cake!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Enjoyed our stay

Comfortable beds, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic hotel and staff! The staff are friendly and welcoming, the hotel is very clean and nicely renovated and the attached restaurant is well priced and convenient. We had a great stay along with our dog and would choose this hotel 100% of the time!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Our room was upgraded to a suite and the staff was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff members were friendly and I loved the work out room….used it every morning!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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Breakfast was good but simple. Pool was clean but cool which made morning swims more chilling. Would recomend hitting the pool in the later afternoon.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good breakfast options
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast iopyions were great all weekend. Room was spacious and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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One of the nicest, cleanest hotels Ive stayed at in years. This hotel is 3 years old but still looks brand new. Great job by maintenance and cleaning staffs!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our favorite place to stay when visiting family in Ridgecrest
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The beds were amazingly comfortable !!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel is very nice. Beds were comfortable. Rooms were very clean. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean hotel with morning breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Super quiet and very clean. Staff was friendly and the breakfast was convenient and amazing for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was nice, clean, well managed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean hotel with decent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay. Very clean and quiet rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024