I no longer live in Bakersfield, but come back for business and family.
I stayed here in August 2018 (9 nights) and then January 2019 (ended up being 14 nights).
The Hill House is clean, I feel secure (stayed on the 2nd floor), parking is good, well-lit, fenced. Mini fridge and microwave help make it a good value. Room was roomy, nice sized TV, seemed well-insulated (unit did not turn on/off much). Shampoo, conditioner, soap, lotion (all in wall dispensers) are of medium quality - not a deal breaker. Mattress and sheets felt fine, I slept well. Oh, the towels were excellent !
Breakfast is fine- not too much food and people are nice. Lobby coffee is good and strong.
Newspaper (the daily local paper) - was there the first 2 days, then didn't see it again.
Very interesting to the different languages of guests. I heard French, a Slavic language, some sort of Scandinavian, etc.
All the staff that I interacted with were polite and professional.
This is my place to stay in Bakersfield!
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