Vagabond Motor Hotel
About this hotel
Suburban Palm Springs hotel in The Mesa with free parking This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a business center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and free newspapers are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Vagabond Motor Hotel offers 117 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request. An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
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Reasons to book
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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Reviews
4.0/5.0
Good(1,195 Reviews)
3.0
In its heyday the vagabon was probably a really cool place. Now it’s a little old and overpriced. But if you want to experience and old fashioned motor inn the the Vagabon might be what your looking for. The staff was friendly
5.0
Room was clean and beds firm. Pool was heated and loved that it was open till 11:00pm. Was nice to come back last and still get a dip in the pool and/or hot tub before going to bed Like that they had pool towels right there too
4.0
Good value and comfortable and convenient. .
4.0
Property was clean, car park was well lit staff were nice and polite.
I go to Palm Springs every year for a golf tournament think this place will be where I’ll stay in the future.
3.0
It was “fine”.
Clean and very basic.
3.0
Lukewarm bath/shower water. No AC/DC outlet next to bed.
5.0
Very pleasant and comfortable!
3.0
Fast and easy check-in. Beds are firm, pillows are small and soft. Amazing water pressure in the shower. Pocket door for the bathroom was very heavy, so my 7 year old couldn’t close it. The room could have used a deep clean, but overall cleanliness was okay. Plenty of parking. Close to stores, restaurants, etc. It worked out just fine for my quick over night stop.
5.0
The room was nice and clean. I would upgrade the showers though. It shower head was not very good and water went from hot to warm to cold all in one shower.
2.0
The worst thing, and the most dangerous thing, was that the shower was very slippery and my almost 80-year-old husband fell. Be sure you have a good non-skid bathmat in place.
Our Room on ground floor wasn't particularly clean, judging from my socks. We had to ask for a different coffee maker and the second one quit too.
The motel was quiet, though, and that's a plus. My family enjoyed the pool, too.
5.0
Not to far from downtown Palm Springs, but not really walkable to stores and restaurants. A little difficult to find. Quiet and clean. Easy parking. Didn't use pool, but pool area looked nice.
4.0
Overall a pretty good stay, but a few things need attention. The shower in our room was very old and it was pretty much impossible to get the temperature of the water adjusted . The toilet flapper wasn't working properly, so quite a few times I had to turn the water off. The picture of the TV was too dark and therefore not usable. Other than that it was a comfortable stay and we'll be back, hoping to get a room next time where everything works.
5.0
We had a good stay at the Vagabond. It’s not fancy but it’s clean with good service and in a great location
4.0
Fastest check in ever. Super clean room. This was a quick overnight stay so I truly just needed somewhere to sleep otherwise would not stay a motel but it was totally fine. Fridge and microwave, clean pool. Nestled against the mountains and a short drive to shops/dining.
5.0
Many bugs itched my arm
5.0
Nothing to complain about, room was clean, nice soft bed, was quiet, everything worked. I'd definitely recommend.
5.0
Helpful staff at front desk, convenient location and cool, retro design. Would stay here again.
5.0
All good, nice and clean.
No view, as you need to close the curtans because people are walking by and they see inside.
I didn't mind...
3.0
Stayed at the Vagabond for 4 nights. Checkin was quick & professional. Room was large with king bed & comfortable. There was a smell on entering the room which seemed to be from cleaning, maybe bleach, but it soon dissipated. Helpful to have a car to get to spots in Palm Springs. There are walkable dining options near the hotel. Plenty of free parking & pool/hot tub on site. Would recommend Vagabond Motor Hotel for a stay in Palm Springs
3.0
Really Great Experience from start to end! Definitely recommend this stay so close to the downtown Palm Springs!
2.0
Comfortable clean no frills motel. Microwave/fridge are appreciated for multi-night stay. Windows don’t open so only option for fresh air is keeping room door ajar. Friendly staff. Good price.
2.0
Rooms were clean and a good size. Staff were friendly and helpful. The pool area was great, the hot tub was so warm and the pool a great temperature. Close to some good eateries. Would stay again.
8.0
Located close to many things including downtown area. Easy in and out including parking and a small elevator. I finicky about water pressure in a shower and that could have been better. Otherwise, if you are looking to spend most of your PS out and about this is convenient and affordable.
10.0
Loved the location. Quiet Very nice property.
8.0
Very basic but good. I'd stay here again. Clean rooms, grounds and pool. Early check in/late check out for fee.
2.0
Horrible smell, rooms smell like smoke. Toilet and shower not properly working.
3.0
This was a spur of the moment one and done. The hotel staff is always helpful and the rooms comfortable and always clean. Close to downtown too.
10.0
I stayed here for the Tour de Palm Springs. It’s a great spot out of the city a bit to ride to the start and away from the crowd. Nothing fancy but clean, fairly inexpensive, and there’s a jacuzzi.
10.0
Staff is great, the pool and pool area was super clean and heated right for swimming, and I love they have an elevator to get to the third floor for coming and going with all my stuff.
8.0
Would stay here again
6.0
No hot water or heat from the heater in the first room given to us……during check in I mentioned that we have stayed here before and came back because I liked the floor to ceiling windows…..the room we got did not have the floor to ceiling window. She moved us to another room which had the floor to ceiling window I liked and hot water- but the heater did not blow hot air….she brought us a portable heater . It was past 11pm and I didn’t want to move to another room so we stayed with the portable heater.
1.0
We booked a premium room, one king bed with mountain view. Upon arriving the hotel at noon. we asked if we could possible check in early because we had perishable items in our car. The hotel receptionist informed us that an earlier check in would be an additional charge of 25 dollars. On the rare occasions that I have arrived previous hotels before 3 p.m. I was either told yes I could check in earlier, or no, I would have to wait until the 3p.m. check in time. I have never been charged an additional fee. But I agreed to this and when the receptionist handed me the key I asked to make sure that it was indeed a room with a mountain view. I was then told that the only rooms with mountain views were the rooms with 2 queen size beds at an additional fee of 10 dollars plus tax. Not sure if this misinformation was the fault of Hotels.com or the hotel its self. In any event the hotel was ok. The pool area is very nice with a beautiful view of the mountains. I think that the management should rethink the 25 dollar extra early check in fee. I could understand it if I was trying to check in at 6 am. I would advise others to find a more customer friendly hotel. There are many other hotels to choose from in Palm Springs. that do not gouge you at the check in.
10.0
Fantastic experience! Clean, easy and comfortable.
6.0
Room was very clean! Spacious and clean. Bed was very comfortable. Dated bathroom but clean. Thin sheet on the bed and nothing else....could use a blanket or a comforter. Nothing around there for food so you will have to drive for groceries and restaurants. Old and dated lighting for makeup purposes in the bathroom. Not so great water pressure in the shower :-(
3.0
Exactly as pictured. Hotel was older but had been updated. Clean, good value for the money. Close to downtown.
10.0
Easy drive from the airport, lots of parking, clean. Everything you need.
8.0
Good view of the moment. Pool and spa were good and well cared for
4.0
The sink in our room was clogged to the point that we had to use the bathtub faucet to brush our teeth and wash up as the regular sink immediately clogged and took hours to drain whenever it was used.
I am sure this situation did not just happen overnight, and I should not have to call to get it rectified. I am sure it has been reported before and not dealt with - sink draining should be checked at each room cleaning. When I checked out I was told that they had had some plumbing problems in my room (222) - Really? You have plumbing problems and still rent out the room without making sure it is dealt with?
To their credit when I returned for another 2-night stay a week later I was upgraded to a two-queen bed room at no extra charge. Ironically in this room the sink drained very well, but the tap constantly dripped. Plumbing does not seem to be the forte of this property. I must say though that the pool and hot tub are great.
10.0
The rooms where clean and easy to check in.
2.0
The stay was good. The room was clean and comfortable. I was there for 2 days and it was stated that there was no room service for 1 or 2 day stays. You would have to make a request for service needed. It was quiet and restful.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Palm Springs?
The average price for a rental in Palm Springs is R 5,462 per night. This rental is R 3,984 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Vagabond Motor Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Vagabond Motor Hotel. Enjoy the water!
Is Vagabond Motor Hotel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Vagabond Motor Hotel?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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