The Vagabond Inn Executive hotel in Sacramento (Old Town) is located just off I-5 and a half block from Old Town Sacramento. From here you can walk to the Capitol, Crocker Art Museum, and Downtown Plaza. Our Old Town hotel is only minutes to the Sacramento Zoo, Fort Sutter and outdoor recreation activities in the Sacramento Area.
Our hotel in Old Town Sacramento serves a daily, complimentary, full hot breakfast, free wireless internet . At the end of a long day take a swim in our pool, soak in our spa, get in a work out in our fitness room or watch cable TV with HBO.
For business travelers, our Business Friendly rooms have ample work space and a large TV with remote control. We also have rooms that are handicap accessible. Please inquire with the hotel about availability. For your added convenience, the free high speed Internet is available in all rooms.
There is a restaurant on the premises and a complimentary shuttle to Sacramento International Airport, train and bus stations.
Great value, friendly people- it's how we do things.
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Local Attractions:
Old Town Sacramento, Capital, Crocker art gallery,
walk along the river, river cruises,railroad musuem
Hotel Reviews for Vagabond Inn Executive Sacramento Old Town
4.0out of 5Based on 155 guest reviews, Very Good
Based on 166 traveler reviews
Value
Rooms
Cleanliness
Service
Excellent
37
Very Good
80
Average
33
Poor
10
Terrible
6
Most Recent Traveler Reviews:
“No frills motel in a good location”
May 17, 2013
travynwa, Atlanta, Georgia | Trip type: Business
I stayed here while on business in Sacramento. The hotel is in a great location to walk to old town and downtown. The property is a little shady... there were...
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I stayed here while on business in Sacramento. The hotel is in a great location to walk to old town and downtown. The property is a little shady... there were random people walking around the parking lot at night and while there is a security entrance on one side, the other side is wide open for anyone to walk in. The rooms are okay and clean. The bed had a nice IKEA feather quilt on it and the TV got a lot of channels, but the A/C unit didn't work consistantly causing the temperature to alternate between really warm and cold, and the shower made a loud screaching noise whenever it was turned on. The free hot breakfast is the highlight of the hotel. The waffles with fresh strawberries are delicious, although I did have to wait about ten minutes for them to replenish the supply when they ran out. It was okay staying here for a few days, but I will be looking for something nicer for my next stay. « less
“Good experience”
May 16, 2013
mcfloridia, Los Angeles, California | Trip type: Family
We had a very good experience at Vagabond Inn in Old Town. The hotel room was clean and neat and looked goodespecially after a hot day of walking in Old...
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We had a very good experience at Vagabond Inn in Old Town. The hotel room was clean and neat and looked goodespecially after a hot day of walking in Old Town. When I needed a hair dryer, the response was quick. I thought the beds were very good also. I got a good night's sleep. The staff was friendly. This was a good motel. I was here with my five year old grandson for two nights and then my daughter drove down from northern CA and had a connecting room and she also thought this was a good choice for a budget motel. It was very close to the railroad museum which was awesome take-in and historical Old Town Sacramento and, for arrival and departure, the I-5 was was right there. I would say that one of the downers would be the cleaning carts, trash in the area of the elevators. I thought that was an unkempt area. I thought it really didn't look good to anyone staying there although those were the only areas where it was messy but the rest of the walkways were clean and neat. The breakfast was very good also with scrambled eggs, sausage or bacon, potatoes and fruit along with waffles, yogurt, breads, muffins and danish. Check in was easy and the clerks were upbeat and very helpful. The price of this hotel was very good and helpful to families and seniors. My daughter and I thought this was a good place to meet for our next get together. « less
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Management response from msacoldtown, Manager
Thank you so much for your postive comments about our Inn. I will certainly look into the situation with the carts and rubbish being left around. We always welcome comments from our guests so we can work on making things better. Hope to see you again when you visit Sacramento.
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“Great location and price”
May 8, 2013
donnaverush, Shaker Heights, Ohio | Trip type: Solo travel
Chose this at the last minute at the airport. A little unsure when I got there so I asked to see a room. The clerk was adorable and immediately gave...
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Chose this at the last minute at the airport. A little unsure when I got there so I asked to see a room. The clerk was adorable and immediately gave me a key, which I saw as a good sign. The room was very clean and quiet so I took it. (I realized that she had given me an inside room, which is a MUST. Otherwise you will have all the freeway noise.) The room was small, but they did everything right: microwave, fridge, down comforter, very comfy bed, plug near bed, exercise room, and they are redoing the pool. Also breakfast! Plus it's right next to Old Town. A great value. Wonderful staff. (You can tell because the one negative comment got a long response from the manager on TripAdvisor.) Half the price of the Holiday Inn across the street. « less
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Management response from msacoldtown, Manager
Its great to hear that the staff took good care of you. Thank you for taking the time to post a review about our Inn. I'm glad you enjoyed the room and our breakfast. Maybe next time you can try our pool and spa. Again Thank You.
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“I would rather not sleep than sleep here”
Apr 27, 2013
Jojoleal | Trip type: Business
I feel it was my own fault for staying here because I should have known better by the number of stars and the price...but I read reviews and people seemed...
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I feel it was my own fault for staying here because I should have known better by the number of stars and the price...but I read reviews and people seemed to feel positively about this hotel. So, I feel compelled to write a review to warn everyone to stay away.
If you have to go to Sacramento, which was my situation, at least treat yourself to something better than the Vagabond. It's primary flaw is that there is so much highway noise that it that it felt like sleeping on the shoulder of the I-5. Literally, it feels like semi trucks are in the room with you. I have to say, I complained about the noise and the very nice receptionist moved my room to something in the back with "less" noise. However, she moved me next to a woman I swear was using meth and would randomly start to sing Whitney Houston songs at the top of her lungs while her dog barked all night. So, if you run into bad luck and have the unfortunate fate of staying here, at least bring ear plugs.
The pictures on the website of the Vagabond actually don't look so bad. But don't be deceived. I'd have to be really high to actually swim in that pool in the middle of the concrete jungle and next to the parking lot with the man tailgating solo out of the back of his pick up truck with hand painted signs about his government conspiracy theories. Everything is a little dingy and don't expect operating ice machines.
When my bathtub clogged and blow dryer did not work, the service at the Vagabond responded immediately to help out. But really, no amount of service and smiles could make up for this rather sad hotel. « less
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Management response from msacoldtown, Manager
Dear Traveler,
We are deeply sorry for the inconveniences that you experienced, especially those that we can control within the grounds of our property.Next time you have a issue with a guest and their pet, please do not hesitate to let us know immediately and we will take immediate action, similar to the attention taken to fix your clogged bathtub and get you a working hair dryer.You probably noticed during you stay that we are working on some renovations to our property, this should help the overall apperance and comfort as we add more security, fresh landscaping, and modern features. Many of our guests report that they enjoy our pool and hot tub, and we invite you to enjoy it if you choose to stay with us again, though we understand it may not work for everyone. We are close to the capital and in light of many events that have occured recently in the news, protestors are popping up everywhere. We are doing our best to prevent them from distrubing our guests on the property grounds.
I had never been to Sacramento before, so I wasn't sure about which Motel to choose. The reason for visiting: The California Railroad Museum. We brought our grandson on the...
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I had never been to Sacramento before, so I wasn't sure about which Motel to choose. The reason for visiting: The California Railroad Museum. We brought our grandson on the Amtrak. It is an older Hotel, but very well kept up. The price was great, as was the service. The staff wasvery helpful and kind. Even being close to the freeway, we weren't bothered by noise. We were in the perfect location because we didn't have a car for almost a week, so we walked everywhere. The buffet breakfast was excellent, not just continental, but scrambled eggs/ham, sausages, potatoes and make your own waffles. I definitely would recommend the Vagabond Inn to anyone who wants to explore old town Sacramento. We will be visiting again. « less
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Management response from msacoldtown, Manager
Thank you for taking the time to post a review about your stay at Vagabond Old Town. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you will come back.
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Room Types - Vagabond Inn Executive Sacramento Old Town
Standard 2 Queen
Two Queen Beds
Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and blackout drapes/curtains help ensure a restful night. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels with HBO are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker, a microwave, and a refrigerator are supplied. The private bathroom has a shower/tub combination, as well as complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A desk, a wake-up call service, and daily housekeeping are among the conveniences offered.
Standard King
One King Bed
Get a good night's sleep with premium bedding, a down duvet, and blackout drapes/curtains. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels with HBO are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker, a microwave, and a refrigerator are supplied. The private bathroom has a shower/tub combination, as well as complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A desk, a wake-up call service, and daily housekeeping are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.
Standard Queen
One Queen Bed
Get a good night's sleep with premium bedding, a down duvet, and blackout drapes/curtains. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels with HBO are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker, a microwave, and a refrigerator are supplied. The private bathroom has a shower/tub combination, as well as complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A desk, a wake-up call service, and daily housekeeping are among the conveniences offered.
Amenities - Vagabond Inn Executive Sacramento Old Town
Air conditioning
Airport Shuttle
Alarm clock
Central location
Complimentary breakfast
Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
Credit card accepted: American Express
Credit card accepted: Discover
Credit card accepted: Diners Club
Electronic key card
Elevator
Facilities for the disabled
Fax available
Fitness and health center
Free local calls
Hairdryer available
Handicap accessible
Ice Maker
Internet - wireless
Internet is Complimentary
Jacuzzi
Microwave in room
Non-smoking rooms
24 hours opened
Office or business center
Pets allowed
Private bathroom in room
Private car parking
Radio in room
Refrigerator
Self controlled heating/cooling system
Shower
Swimming pool - outdoor
Tea and coffee making facilities
Telephone in all rooms
Telephone - Free local calls
Television
TV - Free Cable
TV - Free HBO
Voicemail
Pet Friendly?
Yes! Pets are allowed.
Show Pet Policy$10.00 fee per night per pet, pet friendly rooms only
Airport & Shuttle Information - Vagabond Inn Executive Sacramento Old Town
Sacramento International airport
12 miles) courtesy shuttle 8AM -9PM
$35.00 TO $40.00 TAXI
Airport Shuttle? Yes! There is an airport shuttle.
Local Shuttle Info: Super Shuttle
$14.00
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Based on 166 traveler reviews 
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“No frills motel in a good location”
“I would rather not sleep than sleep here”
“We hit the jackpot with this hotel”
Standard 2 Queen
Standard King
Standard Queen