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Kernville Inn

2.5 star property

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Lobby
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Terrace/patio
BBQ/picnic Area
Courtyard
Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | In-room dining

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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11042 Kernville Road, Kernville, CA, 93238
  • Place, Cannell Trail
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sierra South Mountain Sports
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kernville Chamber of Commerce
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Fireplace | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Patio | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard Area | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Courtyard Area | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub, Corner | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Kernville Inn

Along with a seasonal outdoor pool, this motel has laundry facilities and express check-in. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, barbecues and a picnic area are on-site.
Kernville Inn offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Kernville motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Kernville Inn, you're just a quick walk from Kern River. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and a vending machine
  • Steps from Sequoia National Forest and Cannell Trail
As a guest of Kernville Inn, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Kernville Inn also features a vending machine, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kernville motel.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 lift

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. 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.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.

Property is also known as

Kernville Inn Motel Kernville
Kernville Inn Motel
Kernville Inn Kernville
Kernville Inn Motel
Kernville Inn Kernville
Kernville Inn Motel Kernville

Kernville Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 252 out of 422 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 422 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 422 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 422 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 422 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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

Teena

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

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Diana

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The walls at the hotel are paper thin. We could hear people talk
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again! Great property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

German

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
the greatest place ever!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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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
Verified

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

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

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was on top of things, friendly too.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great place

Always love staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great quite place in a beautiful small town
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint, great views.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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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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

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I checked in late and was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our first time here. Such a convenient little spot to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay to visit sequoia national forest
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Salvador

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall had a pleasant stay, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023