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Vagabond Inn Merced

2.0 of 5
1215 R Street, Merced, CA 95340
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Vagabond Inn Merced
Ranked #13 of 14 hotels in Merced
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Wettingen, Switzerland
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Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

The place is very close to the freeway and to the railway. Ask for a room with windows to other sites, then it is ok. Room was with TV and WiFi. Disappointing breakfast (coffee and sweeties). We've been there at 08.30 a.m. - it was closed!

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SUNIL R, General Manager at Vagabond Inn Merced, responded to this review
21 March 2013

Thank-you for taking the time to review your stay at our hotel. I am happy to hear that your stay was mostly a pleasant one. I apologize that the free breakfast was not what you were looking for; it works for many but we know it isn't for everybody, which is why we worked it out with the 24-hour Denny's... More

Merced, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013

My family and I are new to the City of Merced and we came to Merced because of the cheaper prices on homes. We came to Merced without a place lined up so we chose to stay at a hotel. On 2/20/2013 we chose to stay at the Vagabond Inn. Our experience at this hotel has been fabulous. We have... More

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SUNIL R, General Manager at Vagabond Inn Merced, responded to this review
21 March 2013

Thank-you so much for the positive review. Pleasing our guests is our #1 priority here at Vagabond Inn Merced and nothing makes me happier to hear that we have accomplished that goal with one of our guests. We strive to make all our guests feel comfortable and safe. A good review tells our entire staff/team that we're doing our jobs.... More

Redwood City, California
2 reviews
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

Repeat after me: I WILL NOT STAY AT THE VAGABOND INN. Ever. Don't do it. To do so risks your life and well-being. I recently booked a block of rooms with our bike racing team at the Vagabond Inn. We typically stay elsewhere but that motel was full and this was the only other one that was dog-friendly in Merced.... More

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SUNIL R, General Manager at Vagabond Inn Merced, responded to this review
2 March 2013

Thank-you for taking the time to review our property. I am sorry to see such a poor review, however and you have my deepest apologies for any bad experiences you encountered during your stay here. For the record, that is NOT a common problem on our property. We have many loyal long-time customers who are happy with our accommodations and... More

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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2013 via mobile

I enjoyed my stay at vagabond inn with nice room and free wifi and the gal. AR yang gave me shampoo and also told me about the 10% discount. At the 24 hr Denny's located. Across the parking lot There is also a laundry room for guest to use. Overall. A nice. Place to stay with clean rooms and excellent... More

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SUNIL R, General Manager at Vagabond Inn Merced, responded to this review
25 February 2013

Thank-you so much for your nice review. It always makes me very happy to please my customers and I am very proud of my excellent front desk staff. We look forward to your next stay with us! More

Merced
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 July 2012

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SUNIL R, General Manager at Vagabond Inn Merced, responded to this review
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South Carolina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2012

Standard room design for a hotel in this class. Room was remodeled, clean, with a good bed. Breakfast was minimal. The area was not the best. Low prices bring in a lower class of customers. Merced is a working city, and the guests reflected this. If you are looking for a decent night's sleep at a very reasonable price, then... More

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3 July 2012

Thank for your suggestions. We appreciate your business and we are looking to see you again. We offer clean rooms with free WIFI and onsite guest laundry facilities . thanks again More

Burbank, California
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2012

As noted in another review, this non-smoking room was not a clean smelling room by any means The HotelGuide.com, "Total Cost" is not correct. The "very special breakfast" is a cup of coffee and a small commercial packaged sweet roll. The problem is that I have stayed in many many Vagabond Inns, and this is not even close to their... More

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SUNIL R, General Manager at Vagabond Inn Merced, responded to this review
17 August 2012

Thank-you for taking the time to review our property. We apologize that you weren't completely satisfied with your stay. I don't understand what you mean by total cost (unless you mean that you have to pay tax on top of the rate?) but we add on no extra charges. I also don't know where you read anything about a "special... More

Pico Rivera, California, USA
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

Take own shampoo and conditioner along with all toiletries as none provided except for 2 bar soaps. If only 2 people are staying in the room you will have suffiecient towels as only 2 sets provided. Do not relay on the continental breakfast as coffee and a cookie are not my definition of a continental breakfast. Hotel was decent for... More

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Management response:
13 July 2012

Thank you for your ideas . We always look foward to serve our guest with excellent service with a smile . We provide clean comfortable rooms with free coffee and sweet roll with tea in morning from 6am to 9am. Once again thanks. we now provide shampoo and conditioner at front desk upon request. More

Lancaster, California
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012

Well I stayed her a few days ago, we had a room that was facing the free way. Check in was through a bullet proof window at night, not out of the ordinary but a little unnerving. Of course on the way up the to the room you have some guy just hanging out at the top of the stairs... More

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SUNIL R, General Manager at Vagabond Inn Merced, responded to this review
29 August 2012

Thank-you for taking the time to review our property. I apologize that you had a less-than-satisfactory experience. However, I was never informed of any problems with your stay. Had you notified the front desk, we would have rectified any of these problems immediately. I'm sorry you had to be on the freeway side; you can always request the quiet side.... More

Fresno, California
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7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012

This was a great place to stay for one night. The room was very cheap, and all I wanted was a clean and inexpesive place to stay for one night. My expectations were not high. I do reccommend it if value is what you are looking for. The lady who checked me in at the desk was very accomodating, as... More

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SUNIL R, Front Office Manager at Vagabond Inn Merced, responded to this review
29 August 2012

Thank-you so much for your lovely review. I am very proud of my front desk staff and I am happy to hear that the lady at the front desk was so accommodating to your needs. Our customers' comfort and satisfaction is very important to me. Thanks again and good luck in all your future travels. We hope to see you... More

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Additional Information about Vagabond Inn Merced

Also Known As:
Vagabond Hotel Merced
Merced Vagabond Hotel
Address: 1215 R Street, Merced, CA 95340
Region: United States > California > Merced
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #13 of 14 hotels in Merced
Price range (per night): INR2,593 - 4,745
Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
We are located in Merced right off the freeway for easy access with FREE WI-FI and onsite laundry facilities for guest use with 24 hr staff AT FRONT DESK.WE ARE LOCATED CLOSE TO DINING PLACES -MCDONALDS AND DENNYS OPEN 24 HRS. ... more   less 
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