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 ￥11,458 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
￥11,458
￥12,604 total
Feb 17 - Feb 18
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! (136 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 ￥25,930 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
￥25,930
￥28,523 total
Feb 17 - Feb 18
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! (592 reviews)
Pretty clean,

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Best Western Plus Taft Inn
Holland Inn and Suites

Holland Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
531 Warren Street Taft CA
The price is ￥11,458 per night from Feb 14 to Feb 15
￥11,458
￥12,604 total
Feb 14 - Feb 15
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
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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.
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! (33 reviews)
Great communication from host and everything was represented well in photos.

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

SAHARA OASIS - Egyptian Inspired Home in SW Area in Bakersfield, CA
Charming 3-bedroom house in lovely Bakersfield with AC, WiFi

Charming 3-bedroom house in lovely Bakersfield with AC, WiFi

2 out of 5
Bakersfield CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Bakersfield. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Gaslight ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Quick to respond to questions.

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Charming 3-bedroom house in lovely Bakersfield with AC, WiFi
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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

4/5(1 review)

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

Taft College

Taft Correctional Institution

5/5(1 review)

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

Taft City Park

5/5(3 reviews)

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

Buena Vista Golf Course

5/5(1 review)

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

West Kern Oil Museum

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

Cities near Taft

Bakersfield

Bakersfield

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