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Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5

2.0 star property
Motel in Buttonwillow with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Lobby
Front of property
Standard Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free continental breakfast
Terrace/patio
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

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Sep 14 - Sep 15
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Tomorrow

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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.
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Map
20638 Tracy Ave, Suite A, Buttonwillow, CA, 93206

What's nearby

  • Buttonwillow Recreation Park - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Tule Elk State Natural Reserve - 12 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Buttonwillow Raceway Park - 14 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • The Park At River Walk - 25 min drive - 21.3 miles
  • California State University-Bakersfield - 26 min drive - 22.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪EZ Trip Travel Center (One9 Fuel Network) - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Willow Ranch - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Microwaves, daily housekeeping, and desks

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

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

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

Property is also known as

Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 Motel
Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I 5
Motel 6 Buttonwillow North
Vagabond Buttonwillow I 5
Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 Motel
Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 Buttonwillow
Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 Motel Buttonwillow

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5?

As of Sep 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 on Oct 3, 2025 start from $40.99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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 at Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5?

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).

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Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 284 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 150 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 217 out of 1005 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay here on buisness love the accommodation and services great stay great prices been coming here for 6 years now
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and functional. Staff was very friendly. Breakfast options are pretty limited. Overall fair price for what you get
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot for traveling down California. Pretty much what you expect room wise. Bed was comfortable. Water pressure was fine. Great Value and convenient being next to the highway for travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

syed

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty bad smell inside room no good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

This is a real basic hotel for the traveler. It's cheap and No frills. Don't expect much and you won't be disappointed. I've stayed here many times, probably four or five times a year. I haven't had any major issues.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Job

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
None
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Partima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
just by the freeway, clean. Breakfast was very limited- waffle maker, coffee machine, cereal. no egg, no bread. Ate at the Indian Restaurant nearby, great food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

4/10 Poor

Megan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
What you might expect for the price. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

Great Spot for a Break

Great stop to break drive. Pool was clean and refreshing. Room was basic but had all we needed for a great night’s sleep. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a plesent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Aulani

Liked: Staff & service
I’d stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reyna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reyna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything’s nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alwaya a plesent stay great staff and alwaya have abomination
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Takahisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed and sheets were not cleaned
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed here many times. The noise level from I-5 is high, but it is high at the other hotels here as well. Breakfast is limited. Staff is friendly. Ok for a quick overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All good just the noise
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For all you laborers and blue collar workers… breakfast was out by 2 am. Ill take that waffle n coffee. Ty
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Elena

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
for a night for 40 dollars, not bad. From 2 am they offer early coffee and cereal for free. so the option for a long road to stop for the night and go on, good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maksim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Average
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHAWN

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and affordable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sudip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location right off the highway.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Tae Kyoung

This place was not bad
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025