Sunset Motel

2.0 star property
Motel near Taft Chamber of Commerce in Taft

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Exterior
Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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411 4th Street, Taft, CA, 93268
  • Place, Taft Chamber of Commerce
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Taft College
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, West Kern Oil Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Taft

In Taft .With a stay at this Taft motel, you'll be steps from Taft Chamber of Commerce and within a 15-minute walk of Taft College. West Kern Oil Museum is within 2 miles (3 km) and Taft Correctional Institution is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Taft Chamber of Commerce - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Taft College - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Taft City Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • West Kern Oil Museum - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • California State University-Bakersfield - 50 min drive - 38.0 miles

Getting around

  • Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sno White - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Bank Sports Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Asian Experience - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Sunset Motel

Motel near Taft Chamber of Commerce in Taft
WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Taft motel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Sunset Motel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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 (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Sunset Motel Taft
Sunset Taft

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sunset Motel to the airport?

Sunset Motel is 38.8 mi (51-min drive) away from the Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Motel?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Motel on Jun 4, 2026 start from $77, including 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.

What time is check-in at Sunset Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

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 Taft?

Sunset Motel is 0.1 mi away from Taft.

Sunset Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 47 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mickey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly manager. The room was spacious and very clean and comfortable. Had all the basic amenities in the room. Parking was very easy in front of the room and was very safe. Had a very good restaurant next door. Enjoyed the food. Will definitely stay here next time.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and the staff was helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maithanh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable price, convenient, close and easy to entrance to Carrizo Plain National Monument
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and quiet. Everything went well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lots of parking and convenient location. Worth the price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
In fairness, it was a clean room, no issues with bugs. Basic accommodations at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very basic. Very clean. But no hangers, no bathroom towel rack, no coffee maker, no tissues, no bedside electrical outlet. Ice machine out of order. On the plus side There is a refrigerator and microwave.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly at check in. Older place, but very clean and neat. Best part.... I had covered parking right next to my room for my motorcycle.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Homer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute place. Clean room. Firm bed. Friendly staff. Tight parking. Had a frig. and microwave in the room. We were looking for a place to sleep and shower while touring the beauty of Carrizo Plains. 😃🌸🌻 This place did that for us at a great price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Excellent

Clean, comfortable, quiet, safe, friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room a bit drafty, otherwise pleasant stay. Stayed one night and slept well
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bill

At Least They Had The Fox News Channel

What I expected for the cost... So, t’was good nuff 😃👍
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet area, room was really clean. Maybe newer sheets could be of a help. Management A+.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ujjal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and friendly staff. Good room and big bathroom. Value for money. I recommend this motel .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Tina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

If you have to .

Will look for another hotel next time .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Very small hard beds that were advertised as Queen

The owner was nice and polite. However the room and had a very uncomfortable beds. It is in what seems like a shady and scary neighborhood. My therapy pet was afraid to walk around and go to the bathroom in the area even. It seems like The kind of place you go to for an hour to work.
Verified

8/10 Good

RAFAEL

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

Even remote locations are worth it.

Simple, modest, fine, clean, practical. End of the world area of the world but I expected it since I was on a "El Carrizo" desert mission.Kind management. I will come back, RLB
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Sunset a clean hote/motel

I was a little skeptical but really like that the restroom was clean fresh paint ,nice like that very much.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a summer hotel!

Taft is HOT in the summer. This room only had a swamp cooler that kind of worked during the day. The chairs were stained & broke. Though it had a refrigerator & TV that was it. There was no microwave, iron, clock or blow dryer. The closest outlet to the bed was across the room. In order to find the time in the middle of the night you had to get up & go to your phone if it was plugged in. I felt this room was over priced for what was offered.
Verified

8/10 Good

Roy

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

Great place to stay for the night

This family owned hotel is really nice, they are friendly and welcoming. Its small and simple, perfect for my business trip for an overnight stay.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

TAFT!

well... its TAFT! i was out there on my motorcycle riding the Carrizo Plain and exploring Elkhorn Valley (mostly dirt roads, etc), and decided a bed would be nice to sleep in, so i booked a room at this hotel. its got its "charm", Taft is a bit salty, and ruckus, someone knocked on the window in the middle of the night, as if in some sort of code. drag races on the street thru out the night... etc. definitely not a fancy hotel. did i like it? yah! sure. but i'm a bit adventurous? if staying in a hotel is an adventure. there is a good mexican food restaurant next door!
Verified

6/10 Okay

andey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

small town comfort

wasn't fancy but it was perfect to what we needed
Verified

6/10 Okay

Eric

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not Horable

In town for work, Soent 5 days, the location is somewhat load with lots of road noise. The room was clean, bed very hard. Typical road side Motel
Verified

8/10 Good

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Refurbished and Clean

This is an old property but the rooms have been recently been upgraded with all new bathroom, painting, floors polished, flat screen with DirectTV.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Monica

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Basic value for the money.

Hotel is small. They still give you a regular key. When we checked in you have to ring a bell and then since they are renovating the office it's like a make shift office but the staff had our reservation and the staff was friendly. Quick check in. Our windows didn't lock. The unit had no hair dryer nor iron. It has a swamp cooler that was really loud and didn't get cool. It had a mini fridge and microwave but rooms and hotel are really outdated. But is quiet and bed was comfy except for the extremely flat pillows. The maid service came and gave fresh towels and made the bed. It was blocks from things to do in the area and it was quiet at night.