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Sunset Motel

2.0 star property

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A covered outdoor seating area with wooden furniture and a colorful patterned rug.
A sectional sofa with white fluffy pillows, a glass coffee table, and a shaggy rug.
Fireplace
A reception area with a wooden counter, a computer, and a window with a view of the outside.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a large window with blinds.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with a blue headboard, white pillows, and a blue patterned bedspread. There are two bedside tables with lamps, a blue chair, and a peace sign decoration on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, a wall clock, and a peace symbol on the wall.

Suite

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

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About this property

Sunset Motel

Express check-out, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this motel. Other amenities include a vending machine.
Sunset Motel offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Sunset Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Nantahala National Forest. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Amenities include a vending machine
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
  • Steps from Nantahala National Forest and 8 minutes by foot from Murphy River Walk
Sunset Motel offers its guests a vending machine and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Murphy motel.

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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
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), key retrieval

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
The front desk at this property is open daily from 3 PM - 9:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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
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Sunset Motel Murphy
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Sunset Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 547 out of 702 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 702 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 702 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 702 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 702 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the charm of this little motel. It had that mid-century modern feel. The location was close to many restaurants in the downtown area. It was a quiet and comfortable room. If you're looking for something different from a chain hotel, this is a great, affordable option in Murphy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff and cute place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great visit to a cool place. We will be back. SOON
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect for me as a solo traveler. I appreciated the extra touches like the complimentary water and breakfast basket. The decor is intentionally retro and fun. No complaints! I'd stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Fun
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

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

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very reasonably priced. Great location. Short walk to restaurants, coffee and shopping. Room was clean and comfortable. We received Breakfast baskets with fruit, granola bars etc… for Saturday and Sunday morning. After coming back from exploring each day we had fresh towels and wash cloths, bed was made and room tidied up. You don’t get that anymore these days unless you ask. They automatically did it. We definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, easy, convenient, clean, affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Small local place to stay.

Always a nice clean local place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love, love, LOVE!!! It is so nice & so so clean!! Very quiet & peaceful! I love the bonfire!! Would def stay again if I was in the area!! 💜💜💜
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fran

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

10/10 Excellent

Pam

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet motel close to shopping, dining, and bar options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024