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Whispering Pines Lodge

Property class: 2.5

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov

Explore the area

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13745 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA, 93238
  • Place, Kernville Chamber of Commerce
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Sierra South Mountain Sports
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, The Kern Valley Museum
    ‪20 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Creekview Kitchenette

A room with wooden ceiling and walls, a fireplace with a mantel, a dining table with chairs, a door, and a window with blinds.

Creekview Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Mountain View King + Single

A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Mountain View King + Single

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for River View Room

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

River View Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with white and brown bedding, a nightstand, a bedside table, a mirror, and a radiator.

Studio, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Mountain View King

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Mountain View King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Resort View

A living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a lamp, and framed pictures on the walls.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Resort View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Kernville

At Whispering Pines Lodge you'll be within steps of Sierra Nevada Conservancy and Kern River. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and balconies. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, barbecues and a picnic area. Added amenities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, express check-out and wedding services. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Kernville motel include Kernville Chamber of Commerce and Sierra South Mountain Sports.
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What's nearby

  • Kernville Chamber of Commerce - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sierra South Mountain Sports - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cannell Trail - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Kern Valley Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sequoia National Forest - 25 min drive - 24.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Barn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kernville Saloon - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Primo's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Big Blue Bear - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Kern River Brewing Co. - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Whispering Pines Lodge

Whispering Pines Lodge offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Kernville motel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Wedding services available
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Whispering Pines Lodge offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Kernville motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 March and close on 31 October.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Whispering Pines Lodge Motel
Whispering Pines Lodge Kernville
Whispering Pines Lodge Motel Kernville

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Whispering Pines Lodge?

Whispering Pines Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Whispering Pines Lodge?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whispering Pines Lodge on 22 Nov 2026 start from NZ$201, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Whispering Pines Lodge?

Yep, Whispering Pines Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Whispering Pines Lodge have a pool?

Whispering Pines Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from March 01 to October 31).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Whispering Pines Lodge?

No, Whispering Pines Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Whispering Pines Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Whispering Pines Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 331 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 331 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 331 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 331 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 331 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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It’s always a pleasure staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay, will be staying there again on our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great room and really nice pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very peaceful and wonderful staff. Conveniently located to everything river access is great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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That’s a great spot! Comfortable bed, cute rooms. My kids and I had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Beautiful, rustic charm. Great location. Helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
Very informative and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful lodging right on the river. Very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice staff, attentive to our needs
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful stay at Whispering Pines Lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everyone was so friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really nice and quiet place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice place to stay, comfortable and clean. Staff was exceptionally friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was the first time we stayed here! Everything was great and we will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Juanita at the front desk was very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Close to town!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We came to Kern to watch the jets on the sidewinder and not only did the jets not disappoint, the place was immaculate. Will be our forever stay when we come to Kern.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We’re going back again,we loved it 👍
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff, wonderful location close to town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Whispering Pines is an amazing place to stay for a little mountain getaway🌲🌲 The staff are great people and extremely helpful. Close enough to town to be convenient but away enough that you feel like you’re alone in nature💙
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, wonderful views
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suggest this for families
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025