We were hoping for a restful, friendly, special birthday weekend, and that's exactly what we found at the Sequoia Lodge!!! Ron and Deanna were perfect hosts, and the property is expertly maintained. It has the perfect flavor for the area!! We will return!!! Thank you Ron and Deanna!!! read more

We stayed here right after July 4th weekend. The motel was great, everything we needed and a decent price. My only complaint is about their ice machine. It was broken or something and there was never ice. It was pretty darn hot the few days we stayed. The owners would go out and get ice, but I kept having to ask them about the ice. Owner said he had to go to Bakersfield to get a piece to get it fixed. read more

Wonderful place to stay while in Kernville. I've stayed a few times and this was by far the best experience I've had! The new managers, Ron and Deanna, were friendly and professional. I called the front desk to ask if they had decaf coffee ( there wasn't any in the room ) and they offered to go to the store to get some for me. I spent a lot of time outside and every time either walked by, they would ask how everything was and if I needed anything. I highly recommend Sequoia Lodge and will definitely be returning. read more

This place is great. I've stayed here more than 3 times and its always clean, professional, and cost effective. The rooms are charming and this is by far the best place around Kernville, CA. Also the owners are always very friendly. It is our go to spot for our swimming hole trips to the area. The next best place in the area would be the Kern Lodge. I've stayed at both and Sequoia is the best. read more

Dunno why Aubrey down there gave 3 stars for being given a kitchenette but this place is a 5 star for sure. The staff is wonderful, location is wonderful, and it's right on the kern and you're just outside of the business district so u dont have to hear the cover bands playing on a Saturday night. Hotel is very clean, dish/on demand or whatever on the tv, wifi, everything u need, this is the place! read more

This is a fantastic place to stay for the weekend. We went up at the beginning of October for a fall fishing trip. If it were not for the small fish that we caught it would have been a stellar weekend. The management will bend over backwards for you as a customer. Early and late check-in are possible if everything is ready on there part so don't hesitate to ask. This place is right on the river and right in the middle of town. read more

I believe it was Ron and Deanna were super nice. Ron was very helpful in talking about things to do and things going on around town. The room was and smelled super clean! Any issues that did come up they were always available to answer any questions. read more

This place did not disappoint!! Friendly service, super clean rooms which we could tell was newly redone and just a couple miles out town where it's nice and quiet. Would def stay here again!! read more

We love this place. Stay here every year and it just keeps getting better. Diana did everything to make our stay perfect. The lodge is clean and they have everything you need for a great vacation. Can't wait to come back next summer with the family. This is the only one place to stay in Kernville. Thanks again for everything. read more

I've stayed at a few other places in Kernville, but have to say the Sequoia Lodge is my favorite and the place I've consistently gone to for the last 15 years. The rooms and premesis are very clean and the owners are really nice. I like the outdoor patios they have with BBQs and water misters for when it is hot. The river is 100 feet from the lodge and the fishing is great since it's one of the stocking points by the fish hatchery. It's also a good starting point to go tubing and just down the river if a popular swimming spot where the river pools pretty deep. There is a general store right across the street which is super convenient for snacks, drinks, fishing supplies etc, and they also serve good breakfast and lunch from their mini-restaurant. The lodge has a relaxing atmosphere and is just an overall great place to stay while enjoying the Kern River. read more

I've stayed here twice in the last three weeks and really liked it. Quiet, clean and spacious. I'm always concerned about getting stuck next to loud, partying neighbors and this did not occur. Additionally, we had wi-fi service in the room, refrigerators and friendly proprietors. There is no cell signal available from the motel, but...so what. One caveat though: Don't eat at the restaurant across the street, Cheyennes. read more

I was calling to see if they had a room available for September 2nd for 2 people and the person who answered informed me that they were completely booked. A friend and I wanted to stay before making our big trip with the family.as she finished telling me that they were booked. I tried to ask her if they had any available rooms for a party of 15 people for next weekend or the one after and she ended up hang up. I then tried calling a couple more times which she kept hanging up the phone on me and eventually , she would just lift the phone up and wouldn't say anything. I would say "hello and would immediately hang up. What type of customer service is that? There is no reason for her to hang up. I have been going up to the river for years and have stayed at this lodge before and have never experience anything like this. I will discontinue to stay at this hotel, no one deserve to be treated the way she treats her customers. read more

The managers are like family, very sweet and accommodating! The sheets were soft, beds nice, housekeeping barely noticed, but done just on time, the spaciousness of the rooms was awesome, great water pressure, etc etc. Every amenity you can imagine is here (even cutting boards!) and we were really really happy! read more

Last minute trip called the same day for registration on a thurs. It's more like a motel where you pull up and park in front of your door. I think the cabins run from # 1to 16 . 1 is the closest to the office and the road, 16 has a view on porches over looking the Kern River.the sounds and sights are beautiful. Lots of tables and chairs on porches overlooking the water.also a shed to clean fish and lots of barbecues. You can walk down stairs and the on a path to the river where you can play or fish according to how high the water is. The owners where delightful and very helpful with information. Wish we could have stayed longer,oh well next time. It is truly a hidden jewel, and the beds were comfortable!!!!! read more

First time here!!! Excited!!!! I loved the service.. Room was very clean.. Back of lodge goes to the river! Near a store and very easy access to kernville town! Will definitely come back!!! You guys rock!!!! read more

Unreseasonable and rude managers. Double charged due to a misunderstanding. Refused to reimburse. Foods left under the beds and moths in closet and bathroom.Bed covers smelled sweaty. Plenty of other nice places to stay on the Kern River. Not this one. read more

This place is absolutely charming! Terrific rooms with complete kitchens and comfortable beds. Very nice, helpful staff. It is right on the beautiful Kern River. Perfect for taking pictures or meditation. And there's a 24 hr. that will take you to and from town. We really loved our stay in Kernville thanks in great part to the Sequoia Lodge. read more

I wish I would have taken photos of our room as soon as we went in because this place is a gem! We were here over the weekends for 2 nights on a family weekend trip. The room was super CLEAN and cozy. We were in room #7. The lodge had Direct TV which was great because it kept my little one very entertained while we got ready to head down to the river. I would surely stay here again. Grounds are very clean and well kept. read more

Thank you so much for a wonderful weekend! We brought a large group on motorcyclists and bought out the Lodge. They set up an amazing dinner for us on arrival. Rooms a very clean & very comfortable. It could not have been a more welcoming place read more

Just had one of the best times at this place. Sequoia Lodge is like a gem !! Lodge is right on the Kern River. Fishing is excellent and is only a two minute walk to the river, they have a nice fish cleaning station, clean grounds, friendly staff, BBQ's you can use to cook, rooms are very clean and cutely decorated with fish and a cabin feel. I was amazed also on the patios! We enjoyed a nice fire with other folks that were at the lodge and truly enjoyed ourselves. I give this place 5 stars ! Truly a fisherman's paradise and just a nice place to getaway and enjoy setting at one of the patios and listing to Kern River. Also there's a great store right across that has basically anything you may need or forgotten! And also they make great food for reasonable prices. All in all if your looking for a nice weekend or getaway to the mountains I suggest to give Sequoia Lodge a try ! You want be disappointed!! Bo V Simi Valley CA read more

I have enjoyed staying @ the Sequoia lodge because they have all the amenities of Camping while still the luxuries of a lodge. They have fishing down a trail about 100 feet. You can catch there, clean them, and even cook it if you felt up to it. They offer kitchenettes as well. The rooms are decorated very cute, woodsy, and check in takes only a few minutes. A variety of food is within 10 minutes of the lodge. I plan on returning. They offer a general store across the road too. Great area to relax and enjoy the Kern. read more

We really enjoyed our stay at his lodge. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the sound of the Kern River was relaxing. What I also liked is that it has a DVD player so you can bring your own movies to enjoy. We only spent one night, but our "neighbor" in the next room had already been there a week and had the same opinion as we do. I recommend this place! read more

A wonderful gem of a place. It's quaint and clean, and the river is just about 50 yards away. The lodge had 3 inner tubes for guests to use to float down the river. Also right across the street is a little market that makes yummy breakfast burritos to go. We were only there a night, but already talking about coming back next year. Thank you Keith and Pat (loved the Italian restaurant you recommended). See you next year! read more

This is a beautiful place. We enjoyed our stay. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. The staff was very friendly. A great getaway!

Quaint property right on the water. Very well-maintained property with clean and cozy rooms. The staff worked day and night and it really shows with how the property looks. Brand new barbeques and a fire pit overlooking the river made for a perfect dinner and wine spot. Can't wait to go back! read more

This is an absolutely great place to stay while enjoying the Kern River. The staff was fantastic and the grounds were nice and clean. The rooms were equally comfortable and nice. We have already made our reservations for next year!!!! read more

Came up here awhile ago and I have to say this place is BEAUTIFUL!! I have been meaning to write a review because this lodge is one of a kind! Sarge and Debbie were amazing, from the moment we booked the reservation to the moment we left! The grounds are kept so beautiful and the set up to have a BBQ over looking the river was so peaceful! Great place for a family vacation or just to come and relax! We will be back due to the amazing experience we had! Thanks Sarge and Debbie for making our first trip up to Kernville extraordinary and memorable! read more

Wonderful place, loved it. Sequoia Lodge has great energy, it's right next to the river. Rooms are tiny, air-conditioner is right next to the bed, Wi-Fi is horrible, hardly any room in the bathroom to shower or sit on the toilet, and the walls are thin. However, for the price who can complain. Owner is local, I'd rather save money and support the community than stay at some corporate monster any day. The parking lot is made out of sand and dirt, but it is well-maintained and gives the place an outdoorsy feel. The rooms were incredibly clean, very well-kept, and had a warm and cozy cabin-like feeling. The air-conditioners work so incredibly well, you could practically refrigerate the room if you wanted to. My room initially smelled like it had been blasted with cleaning products which wasn't incredibly pleasant, however I appreciate the effort to clean out whatever funk was there from the night before. Don't expect your fellow travelers staying here to be quiet or the classiest of kin. I gave this place a five because it was so clean, comfortable, cozy, and well-maintained. Loved the cabin in the woods style of interior decorating. Remember, this neck of the woods is hot as hell in summer. read more

Loved this place. The location was great, room was very cozy and clean, and the people were fantastic. Debbie and Sarge are on top of anything you might need, and make you feel very comfortable, like you are staying at a friends place. They also recommended Cheyennes across the street for dinner. You MUST eat there if you stay here, it is some of the best food and nicest people you will find any where. Can't wait to get back up there...Jerry and Leslie from Riverside read more

We were totally surprised. We figured just another small town motel to stay in on the way through, but that wasn't the case at all. This place is really well kept. Our room was very clean and well decorated and didn't look worn at all. The managers introduced themselves and were very friendly and concerned that we were happy. There are tables and chairs overlooking the river, barbecues and even a fish cleaning station. There is a general store across the street that has a grill (also very friendly) and a BBQ place next door that was reported to be good but we didn't try it. A nice surprise and a very reasonable price. Definitely recommended. read more

Deb u are an amazing woman. U always make our vacation so much better with ur smile and great attitude. This is our go to spot everytime! We love the river and love u and Hubby. We look forward to coming and visiting u every year. Place is always clean and have great amenities. Deb keeps it in tip top condition! read more

One of the nicer hotels I've stayed in recently. Clean, nicely decorated and maintained, comfortable bed. Staff/owners were nice. This hotel is maybe 3 miles outside of downtown Kernville (5 minute drive) on a two-lane road. It is adjacent to residential homes, so it is quiet. Across the street is a small mini-mart that serves breakfast (nothing fancy- eggs, French toast, etc), sandwiches, fishing gear, sodas and the usual tourist stuff. Nice outdoor areas for BBQ or River-watching. One thing I liked was the lack of lighting right outside my window (hard to sleep) however people with vision problems may not like it. Seniors with walkers may have a hard time navigating the sidewalk in front of the rooms because it is narrow and interrupted with a step that you use to step up into your rooms- it's not a smooth, level transition like most hotels. Not a problem for people with no mobility issues, however. Once inside the room (a non-accessible/handicap room) there is a decent amount of space to maneuver a walker or wheelchair. There are no grab-bars in the shower (which is solely a shower, not a tub-shower combo). Shampoos, lotion provided. Microwave and coffee/coffee pot and small refrigerator in room. read more

Stayed for the first time over Whiskey Flats weekend and it was a delight! We usually come up in 2 cars so the men can go fishing and so the ladies can go shopping. No need for that here. The river is right behind you! Just a walk down the stairs and you're there. I had read good reviews prior to booking here but I was really impressed when we arrived and checked in. The owners are very nice and extremely attentive. They were helpful in any way possible. Rooms are clean, decently sized and at a reasonable rate. You do get a microwave and fridge in your room. No stove which didn't matter to me since I'm on vacation and don't plan on cooking. But if you insist, there is an area to BBQ and a nice patio area to eat. Parking is good, location is good seeing that you can walk directly across the street to eat or grab some snacks at the liquor store. This place has my vote and I cannot wait to visit again. read more

Just returned from a 2 night stay with my Hubby. Room 6, one King size bed that was soft enough but not like our pillow - top at home...but we are spoiled. Little kitchenettes as you can see from others pictures. Very Clean didn't feel "icky" about using the bedspread...if you know what I mean. Off season time...so we know it would be "slow" and hours of Mrkt across street would be "iffy", but didn't realize they had started to close completely for the winter season now. Makes getting "suddenly needed supplies" a trip backward into Kernville. We are "sorta" Locals and never needed to stay here before but we had been curious for years and decided to give it a go... It's winter, thought there would be an extra blanket either on the bed or in the closet. After reading the Guest Book in the drawer I found that they would have offered it had I asked. The wall heaters are very hard to requlate. Either you are freezing or they run until you feel you are in Florida in August....I know...I was born there...In August. There is no heating vent in the bathroom so you need to keep that door open for heat...and since there is no ceiling fan...well...let's just say I spent some time saying I was sorry to my poor Hubby...as I had not been feeling well. And anything put in the closet will be cold as well... when taken out to use...like your coat...that you put on to keep warm... when you go outside. So for winter maybe not your best bet...but still a great view of the river..... read more

Been staying here for the last several years and it is always consistent in every way. The rooms are clean and neat. The room we get has a small kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator and dishes which makes it great to make meals there instead of going out. Mark and Becky are the managers and they will always be there if you need anything and are very friendly. Perfect place for quiet time, fishing and just hanging out watching the river go by. There are two decks over looking the river with one with a shade cover. It is only a few miles north of Kernville which makes even better because of the quiet and solitude. Across the street is a store with all your needs and they barbeque also. read more

I really loved this place. The managers are just lovely, the area is incredible, and the rooms are cozy. They aren't large rooms, but they are clean and comfortable, and have everything you might need including a small kitchen. There are some great food options nearby like the Cracked Egg for breakfast and a local brewpub for burgers. The river is right outside for those who fish, and there's a great rafting company for those who enjoy whitewater rafting. This place is a great find. read more

My wife and I celebrated our 33rd anniversary at the Sequoia Lodge and had a great stay! In addition to the room coziness and relaxing surroundings that included the Kern River within steps of the Lodge, we loved our hosts Sarge and Debbie. They helped make our stay awesome!!! We will definitely return to the Lodge soon and look forward to seeing our new friends next time. read more

Great for a one night stop. Clean, neat and owner is very friendly and helpful. Location on the Kern river is fantastic. You can get a fantastic breakfast right across the street at the General Store. read more

My husband and I stay there every time we go to Kern River. The rooms are always clean and well maintained. The showers are pretty small but the rooms have everything you need. The grounds are also well maintained. The lodge is right on the river and sometimes you can even catch a fish back there. The staff is always very friendly too. We love this place and will continue to go back every year. read more

My wife and I were delighted by our stay at Sequoia Lodge. The room was very charming and clean. The location is very quiet and peaceful. The Kern river is right there, a few steps away. Enjoy taking a walk by the water, or simply looking over the river as you eat or relax outside. Sequoia Lodge is about 3 miles north of downtown Kernville, and serves as a nice and quiet gateway through the recreational activities/trails [etc.] and scenic spots of the Sequoia National Forest. We are happy to recommend it. read more