Taft Correctional Institution - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
Getting around
Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King - 11 min walk
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Sno-White Drive-In - 2 min drive
Starbucks - 2 min drive
Chicken of Oz - 2 min drive
About this property
Topper Motel
Topper Motel is a great choice for a stay in Taft. You can splash around at the seasonal outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
31 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Seasonal outdoor pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM
The seasonal pool is open from March to November
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Topper Motel Taft
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Frequently asked questions
Does Topper Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Topper Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Topper Motel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9 AM to 9 PM.
Are pets allowed at Topper Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Topper Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Topper Motel?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. There's a charge of USD 25 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Topper Motel and nearby?
Topper Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Topper Motel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Topper Motel like?
Topper Motel is a short 2-minute walk from Taft City Park and 17 minutes' walk from West Kern Oil Museum.
Topper Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2024
Josephine
Josephine, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 8, 2024
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
Bassam
Bassam, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
bassam
bassam, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2024
Yacoub
Yacoub, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 12, 2024
conveniet classical motel
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Jul 1, 2024
Smelly, itchy bedding, dead roaches in the room.
Brittany
Brittany, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2024
Yu
Yu, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2024
Clean property and the rooms, air conditioning
Raul
Raul, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2024
Great place to stay on an overnight trip
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2024
JAMES
JAMES, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
May 15, 2024
Sewer smell in room, loose toilet....and I mean loose. AC unit quit in the middle of the night...woke up sweaty at midnight…..finished my night's sleep in the front seat of my car.......never again
Aaron
Aaron, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 3, 2024
Quiet Motel in the heart of Taft
Great motel centrally located in Taft. Comfy beds, quiet room and good condition.
Gregory
Gregory, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Apr 23, 2024
Quiet, clean, convenient parking, and friendly service. But there is no shampoo and the refrigerator is broken
Chunyang
Chunyang, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2024
Great customer service, quiet
Maithanh
Maithanh, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 26, 2024
Topper is a no-frills motel in Taft CA. I chose this location to rest overnight for my supernloom photoshoot in the Carrizo Plain. Late check-in and check-out were seamless, the room was clean. My only complaints would be 1/ no drinking water in the room; 2/ the blanket was thin and, with this weather, too cold; 3/ the air conditioner was noisy, and 4/ room service vacuum cleaned the next room around 6-7 am which was too early in the morning. Overall, a decent place to rest for the money.
Vadim
Vadim, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2024
Great place for the money!
Eric
Eric, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Mar 18, 2024
Not great but not the worse either
the hotel is a small little place in a small town. It was clean but nothing above that. the table and chairs to sit on are falling apart and the bed felt like you are sleeping on a piece of plywood. It was the hardest bed I've slept on. Now I do understand its a small town motel but I did expect just a little better.
kevin
kevin, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2024
Only here for a late check in and early departure however it’s clean, quiet and has all that I needed. A little off the main drag, which is where I like to stay.
All in all, just what I was looking for and great value for money.
Merry
Merry, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 5, 2024
Very friendly staff, who kindly gave us an upgrade to a large room with all the facilities we needed. The second best motel of our two week trip!
John
John, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Feb 17, 2024
A bit of occasional traffic noise. Other than that, the place was an excellent value and worth a trip off of I5 to get there.
Rolf
Rolf, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 24, 2023
clean and good service
Ricardo
Ricardo, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2023
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2023
What I liked about Topper motel is that it is family run—not one of those national franchises—and this is what distinguishes it as far as homey feeling, personally invested staff and the feeling of being in a one and only place
Lisa
Lisa, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2023
The property is amazing. I travel to Taft several times a year. I will definitely be back