Vagabond Motor Hotel

2.0 star property
Escape to a relaxing oasis where you can soak up the sun by the pool or plan your next adventure at this convenient retreat.

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Vagabond Motor Hotel offers a refreshing retreat in The Mesa with its outdoor pool, spa tub, and on-site restaurant serving breakfast. As you unwind on the terrace or explore local attractions with tour/ticket assistance, take comfort in knowing guests rave about the helpful staff and ideal location.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Roll-In Shower

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(161 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Mountain view

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located in The Mesa, a neighbourhood in Palm Springs, Vagabond Motor Hotel is in the suburbs and near the airport. Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and Indian Canyons Golf Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Plaza de las Flores Shopping Center and Palm Springs Mall Shopping Center. Check out an event or a game at Agua Caliente Casino, and consider making time for Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, a top attraction not to be missed. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Palm Springs travel guide
Map
1699 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA, 92264

What's nearby

  • Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium featuring a park
    Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
    Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
    2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Boomers! Palm Springs
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Indian Canyons Golf Resort
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tahquitz Canyon
    17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Palm Springs Station
    26 min drive
  • Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tool Shed
    18 min walk
  • Jack in the Box
    16 min walk
  • Koffi
    11 min walk
  • Elmer’s Restaurant
    15 min walk
  • Caliente Tropics Resort Hotel
    4 min walk

About this property

Vagabond Motor Hotel

Hotel near Palm Springs Convention Center
At Vagabond Motor Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a business centre and a hot tub. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, a front desk safe and a vending machine
  • A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket information and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the pool, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 117 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 24.99

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This hotel has specific policies that apply to all Coachella Valley residents.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 34 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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 30.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 24.99 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 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 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Vagabond Motor Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Vagabond Motor Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Vagabond Motor Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Vagabond Motor Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 24.99 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Vagabond Motor Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vagabond Motor Hotel located?

Located in The Mesa, this hotel is steps away from Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium and San Jacinto Mountains. Boomers! Palm Springs and Indian Canyons Golf Resort are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Vagabond Motor Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 469 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 330 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy and the staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a gracious older property with a GREAT pool and friendly fellow travelers and staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

VLADIMIR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool little motel style place , nice pool area and rooms were a good size, very good water pressure
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was clean and had a great pool and hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Helpful staff at front desk, convenient location and cool, retro design. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good pricing...convenient...nearby restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Good budget motel, clean and all facilities you’d need for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for our needs - to be close to a wedding venue and all activities connected to it, Warm, friendly staff and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Rhonda

Pool area is nice and hotel was quiet 5 of 6 nights
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

lessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

BONNIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and close to dining
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property lovely , pool good,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms where clean and easy to check in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in and enjoyable experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location. Quiet Very nice property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking easily accessible. Pool facility is ideal for family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Vagabond has become my go to place! The rooms are so clean and nice! The staff is wonderful!!! The location is perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable and cozy, super clean, friendly staff. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Leanne

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

Loved our stay

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy with our room, it was very clean, it was quiet, the grounds were clean & well maintained, we weren’t able to enjoy the pool area but it looked really nice. Definitely would stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is 5 minutes away from Downtown and museums. Employees in the hotel are friendly. The hotel is clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute, 60's looking motel with a nice pool. Quiet, tucked away from downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024