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Best Western China Lake Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel in Ridgecrest with an outdoor pool and free breakfast

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Exterior
Free daily full breakfast
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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400 S China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA, 93555
  • Place, Kerr McGee Community Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ridgecrest City Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Leroy Jackson Park Sports Complex
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inyokern, CA (IYK)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Living Room)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (with Sofabed) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Family Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Larger Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, Microwave and Refrigerator, Coffee Maker, Hairdryer, Iron and Ironing Board

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Roll in Shower, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Larger Mini 2 Queen Bed Room Upstair Microwave Refrigerator Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Accessible Mobility Accessible Walk in Shower-Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, Microwave and Refrigerator, Coffee Maker, Hairdryer, Iron and Ironing Board

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll in Shower, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Suite-2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Upstairs, Family Room, Sofabed, 2 Flat Screen Tvs, Microwave And Mini-Refrigerator, Full Breakfast

  • Sleeps 5

Two Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Ridgecrest

Located within a 5-minute walk of Ridgecrest City Hall, Best Western China Lake Inn is within a 15-minute stroll of Kerr McGee Community Center. This 52-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Kerr McGee Community Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ridgecrest City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • China Lake Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Maturango Museum - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Leroy Jackson Park Sports Complex - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Inyokern, CA (IYK) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western China Lake Inn

Hotel in Ridgecrest with an outdoor pool and free breakfast
At Best Western China Lake Inn, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a hot tub, a business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
39-inch LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 13 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Best Western China Lake Inn?

This hotel in Ridgecrest is within a 10-minute walk of Ridgecrest City Hall, Kerr McGee Community Center, and Petroglyph Park. You'll also find Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake and China Lake Golf Course within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Best Western China Lake Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Best Western China Lake Inn include a casino?

No, Best Western China Lake Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western China Lake Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is Best Western China Lake Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs and free Internet access.

Does Best Western China Lake Inn have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Best Western China Lake Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Best Western China Lake Inn offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Best Western China Lake Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Western China Lake Inn though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western China Lake Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Best Western China Lake Inn?

The closest major airport to Best Western China Lake Inn is Inyokern, CA (IYK), which is 11.7 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Best Western China Lake Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Best Western China Lake Inn.

Best Western China Lake Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 333 out of 792 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 792 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 792 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 792 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 792 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Avi

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities
Won’t stay here again!!! A dozen reasons that any attentive hotelier would see in a minute.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Darin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greta breakfast , clean room, friendly staff, strong AC.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had to unplug the fridge very noisy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a friendly check in. Hotel is on a busy street I had the ac on and my sleep music on in my app so I didn’t hear a thing. Very clean and comfortable room. Beds very comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

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

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room is great. I also enjoyed the pool area. It’s near a busy road so it was a little noisy in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nini

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Frederik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room, friendly & professional staff. The bed could use a mattress topper though.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, beds comfy and overall great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Prabhuvaram

It’s an old motel remodeled.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florendo

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

Good stopover to Sierra Nevada

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quite and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

VIJAY

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at property was super nice. Breakfast had good spread and well stocked. We chose Ridgecrest as we were visiting Death Valley national park and stay at this hotel and location made it very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Foot noise from room above
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

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

8/10 Good

Walter, Reno

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Love the breakfast, Fitness room, pool, jacuzzi and staff is excellent customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heath, Riverside

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's clean, convenient, well priced. EnjoyedThe staff didn't get much chance to stay long. Great Way point.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bayan

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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