Taft, CA

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Oil well at Taft in the Central Valley, CA
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”
A little past it's prime and in need of a neon tuneup, the Fox Theater "is the place to be" in Taft.

Where to stay in Taft

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Ford City

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

Ford City
Western Inn & Suites

Western Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
222 Kern Street Taft CA
The price is ¥11,441 per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
¥11,441
¥12,585 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Taft. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Taft City Park and West Kern Oil Museum are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (135 reviews)
Rooms are clean, not the newest of hotels but upkeep is good. I would definitely stay again

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

Western Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Taft Inn

Best Western Plus Taft Inn

2.5 out of 5
203 S 6th Street Taft CA
The price is ¥25,891 per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
¥25,891
¥28,480 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31
includes taxes & 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (590 reviews)
We stay here on Christmas night. We have done this every year for the past 4 years to spend family time in Taft. The rooms are always clean and comfortable and quiet.

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Best Western Plus Taft Inn
Holland Inn and Suites

Holland Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
531 Warren Street Taft CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥11,441 per night from Jan 31 to Feb 1
¥11,441
¥12,585 total
Jan 31 - Feb 1
includes taxes & 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! (337 reviews)
Great room for the price

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

Holland Inn and Suites
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.
Cozy RV 1Bedroom With Cali King bed, Double bunk beds, 1Bath, Private

Cozy RV 1Bedroom With Cali King bed, Double bunk beds, 1Bath, Private

Taft CA
Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Taft City Park and West Kern Oil Museum are located nearby.
Cozy RV 1Bedroom With Cali King bed, Double bunk beds, 1Bath, Private
SAHARA OASIS - Egyptian Inspired Home in  SW Area in Bakersfield, CA

SAHARA OASIS - Egyptian Inspired Home in SW Area in Bakersfield, CA

Bakersfield CA
Stay at this apartment in Bakersfield. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Icardo Center and Regal Edwards Bakersfield are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
Lots of space. Parking right next to back door. Beautifully decorated. Quiet. Convenient location close to shopping and mechanics arena. Keurig and regular coffee pot was a plus. Master bed had a pretty hard mattress. Other then that we enjoyed our stay and will be back.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

SAHARA OASIS - Egyptian Inspired Home in SW Area in Bakersfield, CA
Spacious 3-bedroom house with pool in a peaceful area in Bakersfield.

Spacious 3-bedroom house with pool in a peaceful area in Bakersfield.

Bakersfield CA
Stay at this vacation home in Bakersfield. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Links at Riverlakes Ranch Golf Course and Buck ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
Comfortable and clean!The kitchen was well stocked.The open floor plan between the kitchen, living room and pool table areas allowed for conversations.Beds were comfortable!The thermostat is controlled remotely by the host.

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

Spacious 3-bedroom house with pool in a peaceful area in Bakersfield.
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.

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Reviews of Taft

3.7
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
8
5 - Excellent 18%
4 - Good
19
4 - Good 42%
3 - Okay
16
3 - Okay 36%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 2%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I live hear but i love how quiet they are

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

small town

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Roots Eatery makes the BEST tri-tip sandwich.

2/5 - Disappointing

Terry

Good jumping off point for Carrizo Plain National Monument but otherwise an ugly oil town with not much going for it.

5/5 - Excellent

AztecPlaya

It is a quiet little town. Everyone I met was very friendly. After the long drive to Taft, I went for a 30 minute walk close to sunset and felt safe walking streets.

5/5 - Excellent

Jan

Nice little town and very quiet. Off the beaten path, which is the way I like it.

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