Vagabond Motor Hotel - Palm Springs

Recently, I stayed at the Vagabond Inn for a total of nine nights as a solo traveler. I really liked it. I was there at what seemed to be a very slow time both for the hotel and Palm Springs generally, so this certainly helped in the hotel being very quiet. It was easy to use the pool and jacuzzi, as other guests there were scarce. The hotel is on the south end of town and super-conveniently located to most things you’d want to do in Palm Springs; it’s also near the Deepwell neighborhood which is full of houses designed by notable architects – a pleasant jog or bikeride area. The first room (322) that I had at the Vagabond was attractively designed in a mid-century mod fashion. The second room (307) was similar, but its bathroom had not been renovated. This room had really the only flaw I encountered in the two rooms, which was a very weak shower. Bed mattresses were a bit too soft for me, but pretty normal for hotel beds. Like some hotels currently, this one was not doing any housekeeping because of Covid. This is a fairly ridiculous excuse, but I did not find it to be a major problem. Likewise, the snack shop by the pool is closed, but given the low number of guests, this is understandable. The pool and jacuzzi are very nice – lots of seating, and a very large jacuzzi. Supposedly, these close at 8 p.m. but fortunately, this did not seem to be enforced. In keeping with another review on here, I note that some kids were using the pool who were not hotel guests – I believe they were friends of the manager. They generally give hostile looks to the guests and sometimes play loud music. During my stay, it was little enough not to be a problem, but the hotel should rethink their policies on this. Overall, very good hotel for reasonable rates.

The staff here was phenomenal. Each one of them were professional, friendly and helpful. We had to find a room at the last minute during a busy time in Palm Springs and they accommodated us even though the hotel looked to be at full capacity. Everything was pleasant during the three day stay. After we checked out we got a call from the office we had left a large amount of money in a drawer and forgot it. They found it and called us to come back and pick it up!!!! The maintenance guy saw it and took it to the office!!!! When in PS we will always check about staying here first. The staff makes this hotel a 10++++++++ THANK YOU !

Vagabond is a three story Motel which has been recently renovated. Pros: It has an elevator, a heated pool and an amazing huge hot tub. The rooms are spacious, table and chairs, Beds are clean and comfortable. Has a refrigerator. Nice a/c system. Cons: carpet on the floor and the toilet/shower room is tiny!! No kettle or tea, just coffee. We were here for 4 nights and just bought our own groceries for breakfast. No where to eat on site. The location is just south of Palm Springs downtown, which is lovely, but about a 25 minute drive from any shopping malls or Outlets. You definitely need a car in Palm Springs. I would highly recommend as a great budget stay. Would stay again.