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    Wiley's Well Rest Area

    3.1 (22 reviews)
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    Nancy M.

    The signs leading up the rest stop that make you aware of the state prison three miles away are a bit unsettling as they remind you not to pick up hitchhikers. Uhmmm....okay! The rest stop itself is clean and well maintained and we were impressed with the nice tile and immaculate women's room but then the unsettled feeling came back when we went to wash our hands and saw three bullet holes in the mirror. Okay, time to go!

    Orange is the New Black... Or is it a clever disguise?  "Don't stop to pick up hitchhikers."
    Mimi J.

    So, I'm driving Westbound on the 10 returning to Bakersfield from Phoenix and I see a sign by the side of the freeway that says "State Prison next exit". There is another sign affixed to the same pole just below it that says "do not stop to pick up hitchhikers". As if that was something that I wouldn't have thought of on my own. Gee, there's a state prison here and that nice man in the orange jumpsuit looks to be desperately in need of a ride; I think I'd like to jump in and give him a break... Just a few yards down the road I see another sign announcing a rest stop at the next exit (the same exit for those keeping track). Who is the genius who decided to build a rest area at the same exit as a prison? Now, I just finished a large diet butterscotch root beer and a rest stop is quickly becoming more of need than a want causing me to ponder such oddities. What to do? Well, as long as I don't pick up any hitchhikers (that includes scorpions and tarantulas) I should be okay. I sit for a minute in my still running parked car to check the area thoroughly. This is a typical roadside rest area for this part of California - the terrain consists of copious quantities of sand, gravel, and a few scrubby trees but there are a number of covered areas with clean picnic tables - looking good so far. I'll give you an update when I return from the restrooms - wish me luck! Dun - dun - dun. Cue cheesy mystery music from old b-movie So, that was a lot of excitement over nothing. The restrooms are clean, well stocked with toilet paper, and all the stalls have working doors that latch. There is a nice Korean mother and daughter washing their hands at the sink - neither of them are wearing orange. I start to relax, then I see it. The trash can liner is orange. Aren't they usually black? I hear that Orange is the New Black... Clever disguise? You'll have to be the judge. Not sure if I'm just being paranoid or if I'm not making it out of here alive; somebody call for backup.

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    No locks on any of the ladies restroom doors. Pretty dirty . But they did have soap to wash your hands .

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    There were so many flies but it was semi-clean. Stopped on our way back to AZ. Plenty of parking.

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    Nice clean rest stop! Clean restrooms! Everything was clean outside! Nice clean tables if you wanted to eat! I recommend to stop!

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    We needed a nice sleep stop so we don't have to drive back at night We are still four hours away…read morefrom home. Nice clean, big beds and big Tv and included breakfast tomorrow. But there is NO dining nearby. this is on a big open area lot. You have to go back one freeway off-ramp for take away. Simple, and you can get fuel if you need it there. You are at the state border , & prices for fuel drop over 1.00 a gallon if you can wait till Arizona. i would definitely return here. update: A very quiet night of restful sleep on a Hilton Bed. Breakfast included was small omelets and chicken sausage patties. The eggs were good. The coffee was excellent. plenty for the road Hit It!

    For a location, being in the middle of nowhere, and just passing through, this Hampton Inn will do…read morejust fine!!! Amazing customer service with a friendly demeanor, I was greeted with a smile. Being a Hilton Honors Diamond member, I felt valued and recognized with their appreciation. Well-maintained property. The gym and pool areas are well kept and functional. I stayed in Room 333, and it was extremely spacious with a somewhat comfortable bed. I stayed 1 night. Noisy AC, but it works! You want your room super cooler, it does just that. The only issue I really had with my room was that my tub/shower didn't work properly. So, I couldn't use it. Their bathrooms need desperate updating. It is perfectly located near the Arizona State Border. I was visiting a dear friend in Quartzite, Arizona, and it was 30-35 minutes away, not bad. Their free breakfast was just ok, but certain items were not bad, like their fresh fruit and cereals offered were good. They also offer a small snack shop for items like bottled water, chips, certain microwave meals, sodas, cookies, and personal items. It was well stocked. When I checked out, I told the friendly front desk about my shower issues, and they were very apologetic and gave me a small discount on my room rate, which I thought was very appreciated. The freeway noise next to the hotel wasn't too bad. My suggestion..... bring earplugs. Overall, my room and the property were super clean and welcoming! It does need some updating in certain areas. Yes, I would return! Highly recommended! I believe, in the Blythe area, this is the ideal choice for anyone passing through the area!

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