Bakersfield Luxury & Cheap Travel Deals On Airport Hotels
Bakersfield named for Colonel Thomas Baker was earlier called Kern Island, founded for its gold and oil deposits. Today the city's economy relies on agriculture, petroleum extraction & refining and manufacturing. Bakersfield, a sunny city has long, hot summers marked by brief, cool winters.
Downtown Bakersfield does not have a towering skyline. The few tall buildings are not more than 10 stories high and include Bakersfield Marriott Hotel and Padre Hotel. Notable attractions in downtown are Rabobank Arena, the McMurtrey Aquatic Center, Bakersfield Museum of Art, Fox Theater and a nightlife district.
Bakersfield Beach Park is a key recreational spot. The city offers excellent outdoors fun too. You can raft or swim in Kern River or explore hiking trails. Indoors entertainment includes the Buck Owens Crystal Palace - heart of country music.
Look for conveniently located hotels at Bakersfield - gateway to the San Joaquin Valley in central California. Many ideally located chain hotels will have you very comfortable. Whether you’re here for work or a vacation most cheap airport hotel deals ensure complimentary shuttle service as well as complimentary wireless Internet facility.