Search Motels in Shafter

If you’re having difficulty finding a motel in Shafter, let Expedia help you find a motel or something similar from over 287 lodging options in the larger area. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.

At most motels, you’re likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you’ll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. The word “motel” was invented in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.

Here you’ll find some of Expedia customers’ favorite motels to choose from in the larger area. Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South is located 20 mi (32.2 km) from the heart of Shafter. Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - Convention Center: A snack bar/deli along with freebies like WiFi, parking, and a manager’s reception are available during your stay. Central Shafter is 16 mi (25.7 km) away. Motel 6 Bakersfield, CA - South: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 18.7 mi (30.2 km) from the heart of Shafter. Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5: Central Shafter is 9.9 mi (16 km) away. A terrace along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Motel 6 Buttonwillow, CA Central: 9.9 mi (16 km) from the heart of Shafter. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Some outdoorsy places nearby include The Park At River Walk, Buttonwillow Recreation Park, and Tule Elk State Natural Reserve. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Buttonwillow Raceway Park, Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science, and McMurtrey Aquatic Center. While you’re checking out the area, consider visiting Kern County Raceway Park, California State University-Bakersfield, and Buck Owens Crystal Palace.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Shafter to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 83°F, while the coldest months are December and January with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for Shafter is 9 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Shafter to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field), which is located 14 mi (22.5 km) from the city center. If you’d like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.