Centrally located in Bakersfield, the Hyatt Place sits in an area that gets roughly 300 days of sunshine a year — which means plenty of opportunities to explore the city with your dog. The hotel is surrounded by Cal State Bakersfield, major hospitals, and local corporations, so everything you need is within a few minutes of your room.

The rooms themselves are comfortable and spacious, with plush beds and separate living areas. If you’re staying longer or want extra space to spread out with your dog, the Cozy Corners include sleeper sofas. You’ll wake up to free breakfast served daily at The Breakfast Bar, where there’s a legitimate spread: fresh fruit, yogurt, granola, eggs, hash browns, waffles, and more than the usual hotel breakfast fare.

When you want something beyond the morning meal, The Placery at the lobby bar has a thoughtfully sourced menu worth trying. The popular burger is solid, and they do good Chicken Caesar Salads and Turkey Pesto Sandwiches if you want to grab something quick or settle in at the bar with a drink. There’s comfortable seating throughout, so you can post up for the afternoon or take food back to your room.

The hotel welcomes dogs — you can bring up to two. They do ask that pets be housebroken, which is a reasonable expectation. Bakersfield gets hot in summer, so plan accordingly if you’re visiting during peak heat season and want to spend time exploring neighborhoods like the downtown arts district or nearby parks. The central location means you won’t waste time getting to different parts of the city, which matters when you’re figuring out where your dog will be comfortable during the day while you handle business or explore.