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Sunset Motel

2.0 star property
Mountain motel with free parking, steps from Nantahala National Forest

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Porch
Reception
Suite | Living room
Suite | Living room
Fireplace

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb

Explore the area

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199 Valley River Avenue, Murphy, NC, 28906
  • Place, Hiwassee Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hiwassee River
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Murphy River Walk
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

About the area

Murphy

At Sunset Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Nantahala National Forest and Murphy River Walk. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Murphy motel include Hiwassee River and Hiwassee Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Valley River Arts - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hiwassee Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hiwassee River - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Murphy River Walk - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Murphy Trussel - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buck Bald Brewing - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rib Country BBQ - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sunset Motel

Mountain motel with free parking, steps from Nantahala National Forest
Sunset Motel offers its guests a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Murphy motel.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Sunset Motel offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 14 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
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, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 14 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Sunset Motel Murphy
Sunset Murphy
Sunset Motel Motel
Sunset Motel Murphy
Sunset Motel Motel Murphy

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sunset Motel?

Sunset Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Motel?

As of 16 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Motel on 17 Feb 2026 start from NZ$183.71, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Sunset Motel?

Yep, Sunset Motel has a free self car park.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Sunset Motel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sunset Motel?

No, Sunset Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sunset Motel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sunset Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Sunset Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 526 out of 677 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 677 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 677 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 677 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 677 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Very convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying at the Sunset Motel. The rooms are SUPER cute and very tidy clean and neat…..and NEET. Staff is excellent and very courteous. Check in and checkout very simple. Will definitely stay with them again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the retro feel of this motel. Town is adorable with a super fun vibe—very walkable for a night out. Cute breakfast basket and you can make coffee in the room. We’ll be back for a longer stay to do some waterfall hikes!
Halloween fun
Mason Bar for dinner/drinks
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was immaculate. Clean and beautifully decorated. So very nice. Better than expected. Also supplied snacks and water. Over and above customer service. Will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Insanely clean. 70's vibe. Good food and drink walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have stayed at the Sunset Inn many times and they never disappoint. We love walking into town and eating at the many good places to eat and enjoy the slow pace of life in Murphy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Elbert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff really nice and helpful, room clean, in really good shape. Shower nice with soap and shampoo.A chair outside o the patio. Two cold bottles of water and a nice breakfast basket in the room. A nice step back in time. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was smooth and right on time. The Lady at the desk came in just before 3 as stated. She offered good advice on travel in the area. The room was clean, in really good shape. Two cold bottles of water in the refrigerator in the room along with a breakfast basket. Bed was comfortable, the area was quiet, the shower was nice. Chair out front to sit on the porch.A nice step back in time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You can’t beat the service and cleanliness. We wouldn’t stay anywhere else when in the area. They always go on and beyond to make you feel welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely room. Clean and comfortable.

Ideal room in a lovely town. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Very nice friendly staff , clean room, the breakfast basket was a nice surprise
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
this is an older facility that has been renovated. Very clean. Newly painted. Basic, but comfortable. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was small but adequate for 1 night. Check in was easy. It's a no frills motel when visiting Murphy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Dahlonega

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everywhere
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean, large, and perfectly adequate for our needs. Staff very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, very clean. AC works well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We discovered Sunset Motel a couple of years ago and couldn’t be happier. Our stays with a large hotel chain are a thing of the past. Here, staff strive to accommodate your every need and make you feel welcome. The rooms are exceptionally clean and the linens get changed every day - something others only provide upon request. We will not stay anywhere else while visiting Murphy, NC
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramona

Fabulous little spot!! Quite,clean…. Just what I needed! Thank you Sunset Motel!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025