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Sunset Motel

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

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Terrace/patio
Suite | Living room
Aerial view
Suite | Living room
Suite | Mini fridge

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 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
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 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
  • ‪Rib Country BBQ - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sunset Motel

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
  • 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 11 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Motel on 15 Dec 2025 start from AU$149.61, 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.

Reviews

Sunset Motel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 518 out of 665 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 665 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 665 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 665 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 665 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. No frills but was perfect for a two night stopover in Murphy. Easy check in and out. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fran

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property. Friendly staff, clean, close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

tina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall everything was awesome like stepping back in time retro 70’s!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good clean & cozy place to stay and very peaceful. The host makes you feel at home. Thanks for everything
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay T

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice quiet night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Very basic no bells and whistle for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lora Buchanan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great service. The young lady at the front desk was friendly and very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, simple and reasonably priced place to stay. Walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great older place to stay. Clean and affordable. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bobby

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect spot to stay! Our room was so clean, and decorated perfectly. Loved the chairs outside to sit & enjoy the evening! 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this motel! Great staff, clean, spacious rooms, fun decor, nice amenities. Boutique in the best possible way. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second stay here. Suggest you choose a room closer to the office- this most recent visit we stayed near the far left end, and unfortunately the hot water never got above warm.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

8/10 Good

Richard, Colorado Springs

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, a block from downtown. Was quiet and enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin, DeBary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Art Deco very qute
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025