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Whispering Pines Lodge

2.5 star property
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Seasonal outdoor pool
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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13745 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA, 93238
  • Place, Kernville Chamber of Commerce
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Sierra South Mountain Sports
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Brush Creek
    ‪10 min walk‬
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  • Sleeps 2
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  • 1 King Bed

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Whispering Pines Lodge

Motel in Kernville with free parking
Along with a seasonal outdoor pool, this smoke-free motel has express check-out and wedding services. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, barbecue grills, a picnic area, and a banquet hall are onsite. Change of bedsheets is available on request.
Whispering Pines Lodge offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Whispering Pines Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Sequoia National Forest. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a seasonal outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include wedding services
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Steps from Sequoia National Forest and Kern River
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
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.

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

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Fireplace
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open March 01 and close October 31.
  • 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

Whispering Pines Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 220 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 220 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 220 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 220 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 220 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria Riza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love Kernville and Whispering Pines Lodge

Since 2023, we’ve been coming back to Kernville annually. Whispering Pines Lodge is the only place we considered staying at. We’ve travelled to many places, stayed at various hotels/inns/cottages but never stayed in the same place 2x except at Whispering Pines Lodge. It’s like home away from home, a sanctuary when we want to decompress and just relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Valerie at reception was amazing. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice

First time staying here while visiting Kernville. Nice room. We stayed in the couch suite which was plenty of room for me and my family. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Rustic Place to Stay!

Beautiful place to stay! Our room had a fireplace, and a separate shower and tub. We also had a patio that overlooked the water and mountains!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Belinda

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went above and beyond to get our room ready as we arrived early. If you are looking to fish, hike, or commune with nature this is your place. I would recommend staying here any time of the year.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We have stayed here for ywars and as usual, we loved this quaint lodge and qill continue to make this our go to destination.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, nice pool, great view from the balcony
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the seclusion and charm of this lodge. Pool looked immaculate, and the wooded surroundings are ideal for any getaway. Best feature is the patio deck off each room.... beautiful views!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint cabins along river. Kern river brewery just a couple minutes away. We enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family

Love this place

I’ve been trying to come here at least once a year ever since covid…we stayed here once when I was a child and now I have a baby and wanted him to experience this great place I enjoyed with my parents almost 30yrs ago!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

June

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location(patio looking down Kern River) and views and close to restaurants. People we encountered were very friendly. One down side, water was down/shut off the most of second day due to plumbing work for water leak, caused us inconvenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room and nice services, such as the pool. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time & loved the hotel. We'll be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for a quiet retreat in the mountains. The views are spectacular, as you see mountains and the Kern river from pool balconies. We got to see mountains on our balcony. Rooms are quiet and balconies are private. Rooms are spacious and beds are comfy. Lots of parking, and I felt extremely safe. Lots of toiletries, teas, coffee, and water. Easy check in and check out. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place , close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

florina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025