Taft, CA

Travel Guide

Silhouette of pump jack in setting sun, Taft, California. May be use as Metaphor for “Sun setting on fossil fuels”
Silhouette of pump jack in setting sun, Taft, California. May be use as Metaphor for “Sun setting on fossil fuels”
Superbloom Carrizo
A little past it's prime and in need of a neon tuneup, the Fox Theater "is the place to be" in Taft.
Paying homage to the towns history

Where to stay in Taft

Default Image

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 ¥11,852 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
¥11,852
¥13,037 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
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 ¥26,822 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
¥26,822
¥29,504 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
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
Topper Motel

Topper Motel

2.5 out of 5
101 E Kern St Taft CA
The price is ¥11,591 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
¥11,591
¥12,750 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & 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! (174 reviews)
Very friendly owner, parking easy and safe. Super quiet place

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

Topper Motel
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! (30 reviews)
The apartment was awesome! It was quite large, spacious, clean, and comfortable. The host is definitely onpoint with hospitality and making sure everything was set up perfectly. Great rental!

Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025

SAHARA OASIS - Egyptian Inspired Home in SW Area in Bakersfield, CA
Book now for the holidays! We have Starlink and a cozy wood stove.

Book now for the holidays! We have Starlink and a cozy wood stove.

Pine Mountain Club CA
Book a stay at this golf cabin in Pine Mountain Club. Enjoy a garden, tennis courts, and patios. Popular attractions Pine Mountain Golf Club and Westside Mountain ...
9/10 Wonderful! (83 reviews)
Great communication from host.

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Book now for the holidays! We have Starlink and a cozy wood stove.
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

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.

Cities near Taft

Explore a world of travel with Expedia