THE PADRE HOTEL ^{* * *}

Located in downtown Bakersfield, the Padre Hotel is a contemporary Western-style hotel dating back to 1928. It's close to the Rabobank Arena, the theater and convention center, and the Bakersfield Museum of Art. The colorful rooms feature flat-screen TVs, and some have walk-in showers with rainfall showerheads. Suites also include a whirlpool bath. The establishment offers two chic bars, one with a pewter ceiling, as well as an upscale grill restaurant, a café and a nightclub. Wi-Fi is free and parking is available. The hotel also offers services such as air conditioning, laundry service and a business center. Check-in and check-out times are 4:00 pm and 11:00 am respectively.