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Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5

2.0 star property
Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 offers a welcome retreat from highway travel with its refreshing pool and continental breakfast to start the day right.

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Standard Room | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets - Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 (Buttonwillow)
This roadside motel combines comfort with convenience for travelers. Guests can take a cooling dip in the outdoor pool, enjoy the included continental breakfast, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Previous visitors consistently mention the staff's warm, helpful service.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(64 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.0 out of 10
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(41 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Buttonwillow is home to Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tule Elk State Natural Reserve and Buttonwillow Recreation Park, while Gaslight Melodrama Theatre & Music Hall and West Kern Oil Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Buttonwillow Raceway Park or Kern County Raceway Park. Visit our Buttonwillow travel guide
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20638 Tracy Ave, Suite A, Buttonwillow, CA, 93206

What's nearby

  • A group of deer grazing near a lake with mountains in the background.
    Tule Elk State Natural Reserve
    11 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Buttonwillow Recreation Park
    6 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Buttonwillow Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture
    6 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Kern Country Sheriff's Office
    6 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Buttonwillow Raceway Park
    15 min drive - 13.8 miles

Getting around

  • Wasco Station
    30 min drive
  • Bakersfield, CA (BFL-Meadows Field)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • EZ Trip Travel Center
    7 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min walk
  • Starbucks
    8 min walk
  • IHOP
    7 min drive
  • Tita's Pupuseria Restaurante Salvadoreño
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 4:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 pet-friendly?

Yes, Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 located?

Situated in Buttonwillow, this motel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Buttonwillow Recreation Park, Kern Country Sheriff's Office, and Buttonwillow Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture. Tule Elk State Natural Reserve and Buttonwillow Raceway Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 Reviews

7.0

Good

6.2

Cleanliness

6.0

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

5.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 359 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 134 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 179 out of 1008 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Front desk staff were very friendly. Great value for a budget hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peace & quiet. The location was exquisite, close to food & gas, plenty to select from. The motel also provides continental breakfast & great cooffee
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very comfortable for a small room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outdoor pool ac clean nice employees
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lena

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pretty minimal amenities and kind of grungy. The pool was filthy and it was unclear if the comforter on the bed had been washed. The room smelled stale. The breakfast was only coffee, cereal, milk, juice, waffles, and syrup. But the AC worked well and the staff were very kind and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
CLEAN COMFORTABLE ROOM, GOOD PRICE, BREAKFAST WAS SPARSE BUT FOR THE PRICE I CAN'T REALLY COMPLAIN. I WILL STAY THERE AGAIN.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie Mae

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
For the price it's worth it. The staff was very friendly. It's good place to stay just to sleep wash up and go, nothing fancy. Will Stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff pet friendly. No complaints
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The friendly staff ( Stephanie) and breakfast as well as great price, make this place a 10 out of 10 Best and most economical place to stay in Buttonwillow
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Earl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great. The staff were perfect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay. Room clean. Friendly staff. Waffles, Cornflakes and hot drink for breakfast. Quiet and food places on doorstep. Fabulous price. Only letdown was Pool not open and decor looking tired.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Codie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its nice i lo e it there , my room wass right next to pool, so liked that . Also its real chill kick back quiet, peaceful, welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable, and the staff is very warm and welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything and staff was awesone
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Very clean room and quiet. Great staff also!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Shockingly comfortable and well equipped for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were super nice, room smelled good and very clean! Will keep there info in my phone for next trip to California.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Edwin

Liked: Staff & service
Very basic, no frills, third time I’ve stayed there recently. Breakfast - simple but good - open 2am to 9am.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jorge was very helpful and very nice, the room was clean, the breakfast was small, but not bad. The bed was too hard for myself, but my husband loved it. There are several good options around. Good stay for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Deane

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, our stay was disappointing. The property appears very run down and could really use some maintenance. The trash cans around the hotel were overflowing, which made the grounds feel neglected. The exterior would also benefit from a thorough power washing, as it looked dirty and uninviting. The room itself wasn't cleaned with much attention to detail. While the basics seemed to be done, there were several areas that had clearly been overlooked. A little more care and pride in housekeeping would make a significant difference. The one bright spot during our stay was the staff. Everyone we interacted with was friendly, welcoming, and helpful, and they did their best to provide good customer service. With better upkeep, regular maintenance, and more attention to cleanliness, this hotel has the potential to provide a much better guest experience. Unfortunately, based on our visit, I wouldn't choose to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfy room. Quiet and nicely appointed.there we're waffles at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic travel accommodations, had everything we needed. Very good access to food, fuel and the freeway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The pool is closed always! That's the bad part! It's affordable with no deposit,safe area, kind and helpful staff. Has washer and dryer but dryer is broken always.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great. Room had microwave and refrigerator. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly. Check in quick
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025