River Oaks Travel Guide
Bakersfield
Popular places to visit
Buck Owens Crystal Palace
You can enjoy a show at Buck Owens Crystal Palace on your trip to Bakersfield. Visit the cosy cafes or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Dignity Health Arena
Catch an event at Dignity Health Arena during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Outlets at Tejon
During your trip to Arvin, you can do some window-shopping at Outlets at Tejon. Discover the mountain views and restaurants in this family-friendly area.
California State University-Bakersfield
Explore the campus of California State University-Bakersfield during your travels in Bakersfield. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Kern County Fairgrounds
Take the family on an outing to Kern County Fairgrounds during your trip to Bakersfield. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this relaxing area.
Bakersfield College
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Bakersfield College during your travels in Bakersfield. Visit the cosy cafes or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Bakersfield Scavenger Hunt: Resilient Bakersfield
Top hotels in River Oaks
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
Nice and clean hotel, a little bit old but well maintained. The staff were also nice and friendly. I did not try their breakfast, but there are many restaurants around. Also a Costco is just not far from the hotel. In general, I had a good experience there and will stay again if I am in the ...
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Clean and comfortable rooms
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South
Really, just a working ice machine would be nice, but other than that this is a decent place to stay for the price.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
The Padre Hotel
The valet service was easy and convenient…and once I walked into the lobby I knew I had made the right choice! The staff were amazing…from Jennifer at check in and the room was spotless and they had everything I needed for a comfortable stay! I would book it again!
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield
No breakfast provided. Breakfast with coffee and a few listings is available for charges .
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield South
Good
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around River Oaks
Country Rose
Country Rose might not have many top sights, but The Park At River Walk and Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Southern Oaks
Southern Oaks might not have many top sights, but Ming Seven Golf Course and The Park At River Walk are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Kern City
When in Kern City, you can plan a visit to Valley Plaza Mall and Buck Owens Crystal Palace, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
West Park Community
West Park Community might not have many top sights, but Buck Owens Crystal Palace and Fox Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Rosedale
You might make a stop by Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall while you're exploring Rosedale.
Eagle Ranch
While there might not be top attractions in Eagle Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Links at Riverlakes Ranch Golf Course and Buck Owens Crystal Palace.
