Downtown
Historic hotels like The Padre, steps from the Fox Theater and bars.
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Where to Stay
Pick the right part of town
Four lodging areas compared, with the reason to pick each one.
Southwest
Freeway-close chains near shopping along Ming Avenue and Stockdale.
Northwest
Rosedale-area hotels near Highway 99 and the river parkway.
East / Canyon
Base yourself toward Kern Canyon for rafting and hiking.
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