Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale

2.0 star property
Motel in Sunnyvale with free parking

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Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior
Front of property
Lobby
Free toiletries, towels

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
816 West Ahwanee Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA, 94085
  • Yahoo Headquarters
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Moffett Federal Airfield
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Googleplex
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(55 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Sunnyvale

Located 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Historic Murphy Avenue, Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale is within a 5-minute drive of NASA Ames Research. This 60-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Yahoo Headquarters - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Twin Creeks Sports Complex - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Moffett Federal Airfield - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Shoreline Amphitheatre - 5 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Googleplex - 5 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Bayshore NASA Station - 3 min drive
  • Sunnyvale Station - 5 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Levain - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Macs - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale

Motel in Sunnyvale with free parking
Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and free newspapers. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. This motel also has laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Other standard amenities include free local calls, safes, and desks. Housekeeping is available on request.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale?

Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale?

As of Jul 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale on Jul 25, 2025 start from $81.22, 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.

What is there to do near Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale?

This motel is located in Sunnyvale, close to Levi's Stadium, California's Great America, and Shoreline Amphitheatre. You'll also find Computer History Museum and NASA Ames Research within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale include a casino at the property?

No, Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale offers breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale for a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night.

Does Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale?

The closest major airport to Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 7.8 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is located 16.3 mi away (24-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale?

No, at Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 313 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 173 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 108 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 131 out of 1003 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dennis

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Nice place to stay when I’m in town
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Simon

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Direct highway 101 Access
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice having a Denny's on site
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Foad

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property has bedbugs
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikolaos

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay in hotels in this neighborhood often throughout the year for many years for work. I stay at the Hilton Garden, Larkspur Landing and Best Western all excellent well maintained businesses, Motel 6's in the neighborhood have been hot and cold usually maintenance related issues like no hot water. Vagabond is a poorly maintained property, interior and exterior, this was my first and last time staying. The final insult was the room charge was exorbitant since all other hotels were sold out due to a NVidia conference.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Edgar

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness
The bedding was dirty stained with stuff and they had burn spots like with cigarettes
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Suhasan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Omar

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Rick

Iu
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Anthony

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
old worn out property not maintained run down
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Basic

The curtain didn’t close complete cause it was damaged at the very top. Someone else left their clothes folded in drawer (take that however way you want to…I see it as a customer not being thorough, rather than maid service .. whatever). Everything was pretty basic . There was a fridge and microwave. Fridge gets really cold. My boiled eggs froze but not my can sodas. Laundry room was closed but they had a washer and dryer outside the door. 2 bucks for either load. I would say the best thing was the dennys next door and the mini plazas (including lucky) a few blocks away. Fast food joints everywhere. You’re right next to a gas station too and there’s usually a taco truck there. All in all it was good. Basic with a few trimmings here and there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Bob

Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

ramaganesh

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nino

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The bed was terrible. The bed had a sheet and a blanket that had a million cigarette holes in it. The bed cover was some cheap crap from who knows where. The bathroom had no fan, the faucet was dirty. The heater / air unit had 20 year dirt and dust on it. The room was cold.Everytime someone flushed a toilet you could hear it for 30 sec or more downstairs or on the upstairs floor.. For 76.00 it was a fkn slum. Stay away from the Vagabond hotel on Mathilda ave in S'vale ca.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joel

Traveled with family
It was ok. Ceiling in bathroom was coming down 118
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dobie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to 101. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

STANISLAV

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

Good one!

Comfortable, reasonable price, early checkin. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Overall, decent value for money.

Staff were nice, maid service was attentive once checked in and were friendly. However, room was not properly cleaned before arrival. Property is older, has been remodeled at some point but needs new interior paint and carpeting. Quiet stay, and decent value for money in a convenient area.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025