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A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a reception desk, a pharmacy sign, and a staircase.

A bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a bar counter stocked with various bottles.

A building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a blue awning.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a bar area in the background.

1. The Padre Hotel

Downtown Bakersfield, 0.3 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Lauren

Rp2.240.818

Rp2.514.610 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating areas, and a bar.

A modern hotel room with a large sliding door leading to a shower area, a bed with a view, a desk with a chair, and a small stool.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table, and umbrellas.

A poolside area with outdoor seating and umbrellas.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield Central

West Park Community, 2.6 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Genoa

Rp1.940.037

Rp2.172.841 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel entrance with a covered walkway, outdoor seating area, and a landscaped garden.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden desk with drawers, a leather armchair, a grey sofa, and a large window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, multiple seating arrangements, and a patterned carpet.

A modern retail area with shelves stocked with snacks and beverages, and two large refrigerators.

3. Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield

2.6 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

E'vette

Rp1.999.309

Rp2.239.757 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A spacious lobby with two yellow armchairs, a central staircase, and a glass entrance.

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and cheese.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

A compact hotel room with a desk, office chair, bed, kitchenette, and a ceiling fan.

4. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

2.5 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Daniel

Rp1.786.993

Rp2.005.334 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A Springhill Suites Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, tables, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central table. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall, and there is a floor lamp providing additional lighting.

A modern restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a central fireplace, and a decorative wall with sconces.

5. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield

2.8 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Matthew

Rp1.789.647

Rp2.008.314 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a glass facade.

An outdoor patio area with a pool, lounge seating, and a fire feature.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a large TV screen.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.

6. Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center

Downtown Bakersfield, 0.9 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Julia

Rp2.530.099

Rp2.839.237 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern conference room with glass walls, a wooden table with benches, and a green carpet.

A modern lounge area with a large flat-screen TV, yellow rocking chairs, and a green carpet.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A refrigerated section with various frozen food items and a microwave.

7. Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central

Oleander - Sunset, 2.1 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Dina

Rp1.639.256

Rp1.835.966 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and a modern chandelier.

A modern reception area with a dark wood wall, a reception desk, and a coffee station.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a view of a pool and palm trees through the glass door.

8. Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2.6 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Angela

Rp1.754.817

Rp1.969.228 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small round table, and a balcony with a pool view.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and chairs, a dining table, and a large TV screen.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and high ceilings.

A gazebo with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a swimming pool.

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

2.5 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Brad

Rp1.864.842

Rp2.092.696 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, a sofa, and a staircase.

A hotel lobby with a red sofa, a coffee station, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a coffee table, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a bathtub.

10. Comfort Suites Bakersfield

2.7 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Benjamin

Rp1.673.575

Rp1.931.138 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern lounge area with two armchairs, a small round table, and a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace.

An outdoor patio with a grill, seating, and a fire pit.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating area, and a large window.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large TV screen.

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Bakersfield

West Park Community, 2.8 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Hazel G

Rp2.767.185

Rp3.105.291 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large screen.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a corner market, and a decorative wall piece.

An outdoor patio with green chairs and tables, a stone fire pit, and a yellow wall.

A bar area with a long counter, four wooden bar stools, and a large window with sheer curtains.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield Central

2.6 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

denise

Rp1.937.030

Rp2.173.704 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden flooring, a chandelier, and a telephone booth.

A gym with exercise equipment, a red patterned carpet, and a mirror reflecting the room.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, sofas, and a dining area.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a patterned carpet.

13. Best Western Plus Hill House

Downtown Bakersfield, 1 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Cameron

Rp1.831.049

Rp2.050.774 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, red chairs, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a window with curtains.

A large, multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a central entrance and multiple wings.

A spa lift and a pool area with a sign indicating no diving and no pool lift.

14. Hilton Garden Inn Bakersfield

2.7 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Sabrina

Rp1.726.483

Rp1.937.431 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A Holiday Inn & Suites building with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of the sunset through large windows.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, and stationary bikes.

15. Holiday Inn & Suites Bakersfield by IHG

3 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Abigail

Rp1.751.607

Rp1.965.625 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a small round table.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and abstract wall art.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirrored wall, and a treadmill.

16. Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North

West Park Community, 2.6 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Jesus

Rp1.167.738

Rp1.310.417 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

17. Truestay Inn

West Park Community, 2.6 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Ricky

Rp1.003.193

Rp1.123.576 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, green walls, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel with a prominent 'TAY' sign, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A hotel room with a dining table, a sofa, a TV, a kitchen area, and a large window with curtains.

18. Extended Stay America Suites Bakersfield Chester Lane

West Park Community, 2.7 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

serge

Rp1.194.101

Rp1.340.068 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A vending machine with a water dispenser and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a bathroom with a towel rack, and a nightstand with a phone and a lamp.

A two-story motel with a blue and white exterior, numbered 1350, featuring a large '6' entrance sign, a balcony on the upper floor, and a parking lot in front.

A hotel reception desk with a large sign reading "We'll leave the light on for you."

19. Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - Convention Center

West Park Community, 2.5 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Samantha

Rp908.536

Rp1.019.471 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and abstract wall art.

A lush garden with various plants and trees, a neatly trimmed hedge, and a metal fence.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a phone, and a mirror.

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a large plant, a flat-screen TV, and a reception desk.

20. SureStay by Best Western Bakersfield Central

2.3 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Jeremiah

Rp1.217.632

Rp1.363.748 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Padre Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,037 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield Central	9.4 Exceptional 550 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View

Top Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science Hotel Reviews

Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"Nice and clean"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield Central

8/10 Good

"The hotel was pretty clean and staff was friendly The only negative remark I have is that the bath towels are old and thin. Need to replace these already"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield

10/10 Excellent

"Thank you. We had a great stay!"

Hyatt Place Bakersfield

10/10 Excellent

"Clean property"

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield South

8/10 Good

"The laundry was amazing and the rooms clean only issue was a roach on the bathroom wall when using it in the morning."

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science?

Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science is located in a family-friendly area of Bakersfield known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 30 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science?

Adjacent to Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science, The Padre Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Another good option is Best Western Plus Hill House, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

How many hotels are there close to Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science?

Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science.

What can I see and do near Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Bakersfield Museum of Art and Kern County Museum. You can enjoy live performances at Fox Theater and Buck Owens Crystal Palace. Create some family memories at McMurtrey Aquatic Center and Kern County Fairgrounds.

How can I get to Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science?

If you're taking a train into town, Bakersfield Station is the closest stop to Downtown Bakersfield. There might not be many public transport options close to Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science hotels

1. The Padre Hotel

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield Central

3. Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield

4. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

5. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield

6. Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center

7. Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central

8. Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

10. Comfort Suites Bakersfield

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Bakersfield

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield Central

13. Best Western Plus Hill House

14. Hilton Garden Inn Bakersfield

15. Holiday Inn & Suites Bakersfield by IHG

16. Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North

17. Truestay Inn

18. Extended Stay America Suites Bakersfield Chester Lane

19. Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - Convention Center

20. SureStay by Best Western Bakersfield Central

Compare popular hotels close to Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Top Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science Hotel Reviews

Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield Central

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield

Hyatt Place Bakersfield

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Bakersfield South

Other attractions near Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science

Dignity Health Arena

Fox Theater

Unity Church

Bakersfield Museum of Art

McMurtrey Aquatic Center

Kern County Veterans Memorial

Kern County Museum

Sam Lynn Ballpark

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