Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South

2.0 star property
Suburban motel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South offers a practical base near the airport. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, use the business center, and relax by the outdoor pool. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected, and on-site laundry adds convenience. Attentive staff helps plan adventures.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Showing 13 of 13 rooms

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
6501 Colony Rd, Bakersfield, CA, 93307

What's nearby

  • Valley Plaza Mall - 5 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Kern County Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Bakersfield Sports Village - 8 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Dignity Health Arena - 9 min drive - 12.5 km
  • California State University-Bakersfield - 11 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • Bakersfield Station - 13 min drive
  • Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South

Motel near the airport
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, laundry facilities and a business centre at Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A TV in reception, a vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 134 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South
Vagabond Inn Motel Bakersfield South
Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South Hotel Bakersfield
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Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South Motel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South located?

Situated near the airport, this motel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Bowlero Bakersfield and 3 mi (4.8 km) from The Empty Space. Valley Plaza Mall and Bakersfield Sports Village are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South Reviews

7.4

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

7.0

Eco-friendliness

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 765 out of 1719 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1719 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 225 out of 1719 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 150 out of 1719 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 275 out of 1719 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lucas

Liked: Staff & service
Good room for the rate and nice dog areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rinat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The place is not terrible for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay for chilling
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved my stay. The rooms are very clean and the price is right.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything's okay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verenise Liseth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very friendly. Comfortable sleep. I do like that their are few options to eat around here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's the best place for chill time and the staff are great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rayanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location ..Walmart is walkable. Friendly staff came here years ago. They’ve cleaned it up a bit more.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Great service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place for overnight stop on a road trip between Death Valley & Sequoia. Pool was refreshing, plenty of food options within walking distance, breakfast was basic but met our needs (waffles, cereal, coffee)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Devontay

Liked: Staff & service
The room smelled heavy of mildew and mold. The people around the property seemed sketchy and unsafe
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to chill the vagabond south
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lucas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay here 3 weeks and you can’t tell me if I can get a room that your WiFi works. Go spend my money with someone else from now on.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rosa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was dirty. The sheets and pillows were sirty. The bathroom looked dirty. Did not look like the pictures. We couldn't stay. We left and lost our money.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Victor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was not a safe environment
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Codie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay quiet, service is great plus theres security walking around at all times .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Fernando

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ground was soo dirty that walking around bare foot left it black. Stains on the bed and curtains, restroom had a dead cockroach on the door
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Staff & service
decline comment
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marc

Disliked: Amenities
Dirty place, AC like a airplane reactor, breakfast, only waffles and cereals.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dirty rooms, breakfast is a joke.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yesenya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Many stores and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025