Sunset Motel

2.0 star property
Motel near Nantahala National Forest in Murphy

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Terrace/patio
Suite | Mini-refrigerator
Aerial view
Suite | Living room | 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Suite | Living room | 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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199 Valley River Avenue, Murphy, NC, 28906
  • Place, Murphy River Walk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Hiwassee River
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Murphy

In shopping district.Your stay at this Murphy motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Murphy River Walk. Hiwassee River and Hiwassee Lake are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Murphy River Walk - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hiwassee Lake - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Murphy Trussel - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hiwassee River - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buck Bald Brewing - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rib Country BBQ - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sunset Motel

Motel near Nantahala National Forest in Murphy
Sunset Motel offers its guests a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Murphy motel.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Sunset Motel offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 14 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 14 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sunset Motel to the airport?

Sunset Motel is 83.8 mi (101-min drive) away from the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Motel?

As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Motel on Oct 30, 2025 start from $114.95, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sunset Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sunset Motel.

Does Sunset Motel offer free breakfast?

Sunset Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sunset Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel (7-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Sunset Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sunset Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Sunset Motel have a pool?

Sunset Motel does not have a pool.

Does Sunset Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Sunset Motel to downtown Murphy?

Sunset Motel is 0.2 mi away from Murphy.