In Buttonwillow .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this motel, you'll find Buttonwillow Recreation Park and Kern Country Sheriff's Office. Buttonwillow Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture is within 6 miles (10 km) and Tule Elk State Natural Reserve is within 9 miles (15 km).
Buttonwillow Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture - 4 min drive - 7.7 km
Kern Country Sheriff's Office - 4 min drive - 7.7 km
Buttonwillow Recreation Park - 5 min drive - 7.3 km
Kern River - 9 min drive - 21.8 km
Buttonwillow Raceway Park - 10 min drive - 22.9 km
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
Willow Ranch - 8 min walk
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 9 min walk
About this property
Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5
Enjoy free breakfast at this Buttonwillow motel
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a picnic area are also featured at Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5. Self parking is free.
This Buttonwillow motel is smoke free.
60 guestrooms or units
2 levels
4 buildings
Continental breakfast (free)
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Terrace
Outdoor picnic space
No smoking on site
Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 offers 60 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free continental breakfast available daily 4:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Things to do
Outdoor pool
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
Room amenities
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
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 are welcome and stay free
Maximum 2 pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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
Vagabond Inn Buttonwillow North I-5 Reviews
Reviews
6.6
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 309 out of 1003 reviews
10 - Excellent
309
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 1003 reviews
8 - Good
203
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 1003 reviews
6 - Okay
145
Rating 4 - Poor. 143 out of 1003 reviews
4 - Poor
143
Rating 2 - Terrible. 203 out of 1003 reviews
2 - Terrible
203
6.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
5.8/10
Amenities
5.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Gerald
Travelled with partner
Dec 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed at a good price
Gerald
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bonney
Nov 6, 2025
Bonney
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jason
Nov 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfy room. Quiet and nicely appointed.there we're waffles at breakfast.
Jason
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
David
Nov 2, 2025
David
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen
Nov 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great. Room had microwave and refrigerator. Bed was comfortable.
The hotel was adequate. It was great that the breakfast had pancakes and waffles, but there was no syrup or butter. On top of that, the lock failed and we were locked out of our room temporarily very late at night and weren't able to open the lock. Luckily, Gabriel from the night staff was present.
It is important to me to note for the hotel and review that
Gabriel the night manager was excellent-- he was extremely helpful, very courteous, and very professional. We arrived close to midnight, but he was very communicative, and did all he could to resolve the issue. We ended up having to change rooms because the key wouldn't work but Gabriel accommodated us in another room quickly. I cannot thank him enough for all his effort and being such a superstar late at night. I would rate his service at 10 stars.
Thank you so much
Paul
wasnt expecting much but first night checked in and i had to swat 10+ flies. had there not been the flies i woulda thought ok and not be compelled to write this mid review. also they had complimentary waffles but no syrup no butter, nothing. just a plain waffle. and some “coffee” with no cups to use just had to use the small shot glass size cups used for the waffle batter.
We were able to request handicap unit (walk in showerr) upon arrival. Very accomadating(?)
Staff was very friendly and communicated with all guests as we were eating breakfast.
We interacted with 3 staff members while we were there, very friendly.
Robert
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Faye
Business traveller, Travelled with group
Oct 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Older hotel that needs some repairs but it was clean.
Checked in. Stayed fo 15 mins. Check out. Very bad Smell. How come expedia even offer this room. I just check the reviews after we check out. Lots of people have complained about the smell. I ask for refund but was denied. Lesson learned.
Expedia saying they can not refund because hotel doesnt want to. I told them i didnt book with them. I booked with you. They just passing the buck.
I will take more action and will make complaint to authorities.
Ok this place is so worth the buck- 2am breakfast (it really does start at that time). I got up at 6am made waffles with syrup, cappuccino vanilla flavored, and orange juice. The room has good size space -2 beds. I COULDN'T HEAR THE FREEWAY TRAFFIC AT ALL!!! If you normally travel this way please listen to me it's worth what you pay and more! It's so affordable I can't stress this and yeah it's not some fancy place, but you stay here at the best rate just to lay your head for a couple nights your good!- This review is for the seasoned travelers on a budget.