Hourglass Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection, Bakersfield
About the Hotel
Hourglass Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection is located in Bakersfield, California, near Highway 99 and close to the renowned Buck Owens Crystal Palace concert venue. The hotel offers a range of oversized guest rooms and a relaxing atmosphere with a beautiful garden courtyard and heated outdoor pool. The property is significant for its proximity to cultural attractions such as the Kern County Museum and Buena Vista Museum of Natural History.
Location
Situated just minutes from Buck Owens Crystal Palace and the Kern County Museum, the hotel is ideally located for exploring Bakersfield. Nearby parks such as Buena Vista Park and Yokuts Park provide outdoor activities. The hotel is also conveniently 10 minutes' drive from Bakersfield Amtrak station and 10 km from Meadows Field Airport, offering easy access for travelers.
Rooms
Hourglass Hotel features 165 oversized guest rooms available in three variants: standard rooms with king or queen beds, deluxe suites, and jacuzzi suites. Each room is equipped with modern comforts, including air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and laptop-friendly workspaces. Private bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, rainfall showerheads, and designer toiletries. Suites provide additional space with seating areas for guests to unwind.
Eat & Drink
The hotel's on-site restaurant, Bull Shed Bar and Grill, offers a satisfying dining experience with a variety of menu options. A complimentary continental breakfast is provided daily from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. Guests can also enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, enhancing their dining experience within the property.
Leisure & Business
Hourglass Hotel features extensive leisure facilities, including a large heated outdoor pool, a whirlpool spa, and a fitness center. The garden courtyard offers a serene environment for relaxation. For business needs, the hotel includes four meeting rooms and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property, catering to various requirements for guests.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Snack bar
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa lounge
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were really nice and quite big, but they are in need of a face lift. The service was fantastic, very polite and professional, yet there was a lack of friendliness from the desk staff. The location was convenient with a playground nearby, but it definitely needed a good cleaning. The dining experience was quite good, they had a variety of food items, but the breakfast options were not so hot. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.
The hotel offers medium-to-large sized rooms, moderately furnished with essential amenities. The staff is kind and accommodating, ensuring a pleasant stay. The location is great for families with a nearby playground but the dated decor and cold pool are drawbacks.
The hotel is conveniently located near a corner of the area, providing clean and tidy rooms with essential amenities, although some issues like dampness and a stained ceiling were present. Despite these setbacks, we opted to find a better hotel in a nicer area north of Bakersfield.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were nice and spacious, but not exactly as advertised on the website. However, the on-site bar/restaurant offered delicious food and drinks at reasonable prices. The patio area was a nice touch to enjoy the evening breeze.
My stay at the hotel was pleasant overall. The rooms were spacious with a balcony, but they could use a facelift. The pool was really cold, though. The service from the maids to the front desk was amazing, very helpful and accommodating. The location was convenient with a playground nearby and friendly staff. The dining options were decent but could use more variety.