Southern Oaks Travel Guide
Bakersfield
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A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Resilient Bakersfield
Top hotels in Southern Oaks

The Padre Hotel
"Weekend Noise: Heads up if you're staying over the weekend—the Prairie Rooftop Bar hosts parties with loud music until 11 PM. Early Morning Alarm: We were woken up at 6 AM by an alarm left set on the nightstand digital clock. In all our hotel stays over the years, we've never had this happen before. ..."
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Hourglass Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South
"this was my worst experience stay at a motel. Housekeeping was rude and unclean. I always had to cleany own room. No supplies were ever restocked I had to ask security for supplies. Hotel receptionist was rude. I will never book at this property again and will let my close friends and relatives know ..."
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bakersfield North

Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield
"Very clean Hotel. Comfortable and friendly staff"
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Hyatt Place Bakersfield
Where to stay in Southern Oaks

Downtown Bakersfield
If you're spending some time in Downtown Bakersfield, Dignity Health Arena and Fox Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Wheeler Ridge
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Wheeler Ridge. You might consider stopping by Outlets at Tejon while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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.

Oleander - Sunset
Though Oleander - Sunset may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dignity Health Arena and Kern County Fairgrounds.






