Motel 8
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About this property
Motel 8 is an independent motel located in Maricopa, CA, offering straightforward accommodations near regional attractions. The property sits within a 10-minute drive of the West Kern Oil Museum and Taft City Park, with Carrizo Plain National Monument 5.6 miles away and Taft Correctional Institution 5.2 miles distant. Guests rate the location 4 out of 5 stars based on 156 reviews.
The motel provides 40 air-conditioned rooms equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen televisions with cable programming. Each room includes a private bathroom with a shower/tub combination, complimentary toiletries, and a hair dryer. Wireless internet access is complimentary, and rooms feature desks, phones, and irons with ironing boards for guest convenience. Guest comfort ratings average 4 out of 5.
Amenities include complimentary wireless internet access throughout the property, a 24-hour front desk, free self-parking, and laundry facilities. A vending machine is available for guest use. The property is smoke-free and single-level with no elevator. Housekeeping is available on request, and service animals are welcome.
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property does not accommodate pets, though service animals are exempt from restrictions. With an overall guest rating of 4.1 out of 5 and an 88% recommendation rate, Motel 8 provides a no-frills option for travelers in the Maricopa area.
Location & nearby attractions
Taft Correctional Institution - 8.3 km / 5.2 mi
Carrizo Plain National Monument - 9 km / 5.6 mi
West Kern Oil Museum - 9.8 km / 6.1 mi
Taft City Park - 10.6 km / 6.6 mi
Taft Chamber of Commerce - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Taft College - 12.3 km / 7.7 mi
The Wildlands Conservancy - 28.4 km / 17.6 mi
Buena Vista Golf Course - 29.4 km / 18.3 mi
Kern River - 31.9 km / 19.8 mi
Tule Elk State Natural Reserve - 36.1 km / 22.4 mi
Kern Country Sheriff's Office - 42.4 km / 26.3 mi
Buttonwillow Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture - 42.5 km / 26.4 mi
Kern County Raceway Park - 42.6 km / 26.5 mi
Buttonwillow Recreation Park - 42.9 km / 26.7 mi
Outlets at Tejon - 48.2 km / 30 mi
The preferred airport for Motel 8 is Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field) - 82.9 km / 51.5 mi
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Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Pet policy
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Know before you go
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.