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

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The Padre Hotel

The Padre Hotel

The Padre Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Bakersfield, 0.3 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Staff are friendly beds are so comfortable beautiful bar and restaurant convenient coffee shop every thing was awesome definitely returning "
United States
Christina
The price is ฿4,994
฿5,604 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
The Padre Hotel
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Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center

Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center

Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Bakersfield, 0.9 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Jesse
The price is ฿4,460
฿5,005 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center
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Best Western Plus Hill House

Best Western Plus Hill House

Best Western Plus Hill House
2.5 star property
Downtown Bakersfield, 1 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Room was clean, well maintained and great location to downtown. Staff was excellent, courteous and very accommodating to our needs."
United States
Gustavo
The price is ฿3,250
฿3,640 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Best Western Plus Hill House
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Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central

Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central

Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central
2.5 star property
Oleander - Sunset, 2.1 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1085)
"Great place to stay at in Bakersfield."
United States
Brian
The price is ฿2,807
฿3,144 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Spark by Hilton Bakersfield Central
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Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield Central

Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield Central

Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield Central
2.5 star property
West Park Community, 2.6 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (328)
"Clean rooms, great amenities, breakfast was amazing, and staff was always helpful when needed!"
United States
Salena
The price is ฿3,322
฿3,721 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Bakersfield Central
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Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield

Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield

Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield
3.0 star property
2.6 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Very comfortable bed and extremely helpful staff"
United States
Ken
The price is ฿3,549
฿3,976 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield
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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG
2.5 star property
2.5 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Clean rooms staff nice breakfast good "
United States
Jose Rosario
The price is ฿3,361
฿3,771 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Bakersfield Central by IHG
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1514)
"Rooms are very comfortable and conveniently located. Staff was super friendly. "
United States
Regina
The price is ฿3,116
฿3,496 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Comfort Suites Bakersfield

Comfort Suites Bakersfield

Comfort Suites Bakersfield
2.5 star property
2.6 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Room was clean and staff was courteous. The breakfast was good as well."
United States
Vanessa
The price is ฿3,166
฿3,647 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Comfort Suites Bakersfield
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"The room was clean, the breakfast was good!"
United States
dawn j
The price is ฿3,643
฿4,088 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bakersfield
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3.0 star property
2.6 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1388)
"It was a really great stay "
United States
Rickiya
The price is ฿3,471
฿3,895 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield Central

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield Central

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield Central
2.5 star property
2.6 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (792)
"Great property!"
United States
Matthew
The price is ฿3,577
฿4,014 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bakersfield Central
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Residence Inn by Marriott Bakersfield

Residence Inn by Marriott Bakersfield

Residence Inn by Marriott Bakersfield
3.0 star property
West Park Community, 2.8 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (664)
"Gated hotel , safe area , clean area, next to many restaurants and stores … close to freeway … "
United States
What’s
The price is ฿4,245
฿4,763 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Residence Inn by Marriott Bakersfield
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Hilton Garden Inn Bakersfield

Hilton Garden Inn Bakersfield

Hilton Garden Inn Bakersfield
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"We love staying here anytime we visit Bakersfield "
United States
Josefina
The price is ฿2,878
฿3,230 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Bakersfield
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North

Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North

Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North
2.5 star property
West Park Community, 2.6 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Great staff nice peaceful rooms"
United States
Porscha
The price is ฿2,776
฿3,116 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham Bakersfield North
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Holiday Inn & Suites Bakersfield by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Bakersfield by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Bakersfield by IHG
3.0 star property
3 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"A good quiet option in an area with about 10 hotels right near each other, and very affordable. Had a great burger at the restaurant too."
United States
Erik
The price is ฿3,455
฿3,877 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Holiday Inn & Suites Bakersfield by IHG
Studio, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
Extended Stay America Suites Bakersfield Chester Lane

Extended Stay America Suites Bakersfield Chester Lane

Extended Stay America Suites Bakersfield Chester Lane
2.5 star property
West Park Community, 2.7 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Front desk staff were very friendly. The room was very roomy and the mini kitchen was a pleasant surprise. Price was very reasonable."
United States
Daniel
The price is ฿2,120
฿2,379 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Extended Stay America Suites Bakersfield Chester Lane
Coffee service
Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - Central

Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - Central

Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - Central
2.0 star property
Oleander - Sunset, 2.6 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
7.4 out of 10, Good, (49)
"Clean room, Pet friendly - staff worked with me on the deposit I did not have full amount - as well as with booking online not having to check out and back in."
United States
Terri
The price is ฿1,727
฿1,934 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - Central
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Quality Inn & Suites near Downtown Bakersfield

Quality Inn & Suites near Downtown Bakersfield

Quality Inn & Suites near Downtown Bakersfield
2.5 star property
2.6 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
7.2 out of 10, Good, (933)
"Room was very clean and comfortable "
United States
xiomara
The price is ฿2,269
฿2,652 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Quality Inn & Suites near Downtown Bakersfield
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
California Inn and Suites Bakersfield

California Inn and Suites Bakersfield

California Inn and Suites Bakersfield
2.0 star property
West Park Community, 2.7 km from Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science
6.8 out of 10, (956)
"Horrible place "
United States
Hugo Fernando
The price is ฿1,727
฿1,993 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
California Inn and Suites Bakersfield
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science Hotel Reviews

Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent
"clean room"
GILBERT 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

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Dignity Health Arena

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Fox Theater

3.7/5 (292 reviews)
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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 26 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 26 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 Kern County Museum and Bakersfield Museum of Art. You can enjoy live performances at Fox Theater and Buck Owens Crystal Palace. You'll have countless hours of family fun at McMurtrey Aquatic Center, Camelot Park 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.