Taft, CA

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Oil well at Taft in the Central Valley, CA
Wooden Bull Wheel from bygone era, Taft Oil Field, California
Silhouette of pump jack in setting sun, Taft, California. May be use as Metaphor for “Sun setting on fossil fuels”
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Taft

Where to stay in Taft

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Ford City

When in Ford City, you can plan a visit to West Kern Oil Museum and Taft City Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ford City
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Best Western Plus Taft Inn

Best Western Plus Taft Inn

2.5 out of 5
203 S 6th Street Taft CA
$167 nightly
The price is $184 total per night from May 27 to May 28
$184 total
May 27 - May 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Taft. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (620 reviews)
Probably one of the nicest places to stay in the area

Reviewed on May 4, 2026

Best Western Plus Taft Inn
Holland Inn and Suites

Holland Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
531 Warren Street Taft CA
$75 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from May 11 to May 12
$83 total
May 11 - May 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Taft. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (348 reviews)
It was okay, but it had a stale kind of smell. But overall, not bad for the price

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026

Holland Inn and Suites
Topper Motel

Topper Motel

2.5 out of 5
101 E Kern St Taft CA
$73 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from May 21 to May 22
$80 total
May 21 - May 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Taft. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Taft ...
9/10 Wonderful! (189 reviews)
The accommodations were comfortable and clean. The staff is so friendly and wants to make your stay a pleasant one. The motel is convenient with a great restaurant right next door. I will stay here again the next time I am in Taft!

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026

Topper Motel
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Spacious 2 story gated home w/ pool & play area.

Spacious 2 story gated home w/ pool & play area.

Bakersfield CA
Stay at this vacation home in Bakersfield. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
The house was exactly as described—clean, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. Everything we needed was provided, and it truly felt like a home away from home.would absolutely come back again

Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026

Spacious 2 story gated home w/ pool & play area.
Bakersfield New NW Home – Fully Furnished & Ready. Upscale + Kitchen Amenities

Bakersfield New NW Home – Fully Furnished & Ready. Upscale + Kitchen Amenities

Shafter CA
Stay at this vacation home in Bakersfield. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Links at Riverlakes Ranch Golf Course and Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
We all loved staying at this house. Very modern yet homey and comfortable. Will stay here again!

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026

Bakersfield New NW Home – Fully Furnished & Ready. Upscale + Kitchen Amenities
The Mayor's House, 5 bedrooms, Modern Luxury Cabin

The Mayor's House, 5 bedrooms, Modern Luxury Cabin

Pine Mountain Club CA
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Pine Mountain Club. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Pine Mountain ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
This was the perfect house to host a few friends to celebrate a birthday. The decks were perfect! We also really appreciated the hosts fast responses to our questions and the fully stocked kitchen with a view of the mountains. A great gem.

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

The Mayor's House, 5 bedrooms, Modern Luxury Cabin
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Taft College

Explore the campus of Taft College during your stay in Taft. Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area.

Taft College

West Kern Oil Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at West Kern Oil Museum in Taft. Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area.

West Kern Oil Museum

Buena Vista Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Taft at Buena Vista Golf Course. Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area.

Buena Vista Golf Course

Taft City Park

Explore the great outdoors at Taft City Park, a lovely green space in Taft. Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area.

Taft City Park

Taft Correctional Institution

Taft Correctional Institution is just one of the places to see in Taft, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area.

Taft Correctional Institution

Taft Chamber of Commerce

Taft Chamber of Commerce is just one of the places to see in Taft, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area.

Taft Chamber of Commerce

Cities near Taft

Bakersfield

Bakersfield

Highway runs across a mountain ridgeline in the California wilderness.

Maricopa

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