Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - Central
350 Oak St, Bakersfield, CA 93304, Bakersfield, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.4 / 5
Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - Central is a basic, roadside-style motel set off the Blue Star Memorial Highway at 350 Oak St in Bakersfield. Rooms are brightly colored with simple decor and include complimentary Wi‑Fi, flat‑screen TVs, and minifridges. On-site conveniences noted include free morning coffee, an outdoor pool, and parking. The motel sits close to local attractions such as MB2 Entertainment Bakersfield (about 1.0 km away) and Jastro Park (about 1.5 km away), with the Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science roughly 2.6 km away. Cultural options like the Bakersfield Museum of Art are also nearby (about 3.2 km). It can work well as a practical base for quick stays in central Bakersfield rather than a resort-style property.
Best for
Best for budget-minded travelers needing a simple, short stay with essentials like free Wi‑Fi, parking, and in-room minifridges. It also suits visitors who want quick access to central Bakersfield attractions such as MB2 Entertainment Bakersfield and the Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science.
Travel tips
If you’re planning museum time, the Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science (about 2.6 km) and Bakersfield Museum of Art (about 3.2 km) are relatively close, while bigger outdoor destinations like The Park at River Walk (about 8.1 km) and CALM (about 16.0 km) are farther out. Because the property is located off a highway, driving is typically the most practical way to reach surrounding points of interest. For a nearby low-effort outing, Jastro Park is about 1.5 km away.
What guests say
Guests frequently mention good value for quick, short stays and often call out clean rooms and friendly, helpful staff. Service experiences appear mixed, with some reports of staff being exceptionally kind and responsive, and at least one account describing an unresolved issue with room problems/refunds. Location perceptions vary, with some guests noting the surrounding area isn’t ideal. Maintenance concerns also appear, such as a leaking bathtub faucet affecting comfort overnight.
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