Running a motel might not sound glamorous at first, but Sunset Motel quickly flips that idea on its head. What begins as a tired roadside stop soon becomes your project – a place you can reshape, redesign and gradually turn into somewhere guests actually want to stay.
Now available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S for £15.74, this laid-back simulation from Efkey Studios and RockGame focuses on creativity, steady progress and the satisfaction that comes from building something up over time.
At A Glance
- Game: Sunset Motel
- Developer: Efkey Studios
- Publisher: RockGame
- Price: £15.74
- Platforms: Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
- Game Type: Simulation / Management
Turning A Motel Around
You start with a property that’s seen better days. Rooms feel worn, layouts are uninspired and there’s a general sense that things have been left untouched for far too long. That’s where you step in.
Every improvement is hands-on. You repaint walls, swap out flooring, bring in new furniture and rethink how each space should feel. Slowly, piece by piece, the motel begins to change, and that transformation is where much of the appeal lies.
There’s no single right way to do things either. You can keep designs simple and functional or lean into something more stylish and eye-catching. The game gives you enough flexibility to experiment and find your own approach.
More Than Just Decorating
While the renovation side is front and centre, there’s a management layer running alongside it. Guests don’t just want nice rooms, they want a good experience.
That means keeping things running smoothly, managing your resources and making sure your decisions actually improve the business. As satisfaction increases, so does your reputation, and that opens up more opportunities to expand and improve further.
Think of this one like House Flipper, but on an even more grand scale.
Small Details, Bigger Picture
Sunset Motel also adds a bit of variety through side activities. You might find yourself working at a car wash, fixing up vehicles or even taking part in a bit of treasure hunting. They’re not the main focus, but they break things up nicely and add a bit more life to the overall experience.
At the same time, expanding beyond just rooms becomes important. Pools, leisure areas and entertainment spaces all contribute to how your motel feels, giving you more ways to shape it into something memorable.
A Place Worth Checking Into
Having already picked up Mostly Positive reviews on Steam since its 2025 release, Sunset Motel arrives on Xbox with a proven formula behind it. The move to console feels like a natural next step, especially for players who enjoy simulation games that favour creativity over pressure.
Sunset Motel isn’t trying to reinvent the genre, but it doesn’t need to. It understands what makes these kinds of games enjoyable – gradual improvement, personal expression and that satisfying moment when everything starts to come together.
If you’re looking for something calm, creative and quietly rewarding, this is one motel that’s well worth spending some time in. The Xbox Store awaits.
