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Vagabond Inn Executive Pasadena: Traveler Reviews

2.0 of 5
1203 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91106-1843
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Vagabond Inn Executive Pasadena
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Sacramento, California
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Great hotel for business travelers”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 15, 2012

Was in Pasadena recently for business and needed a place to stay that was affordable and close to the Pasadena Convention Center, so I booked at the Pasadena Vagabond Executive. For the rate I got, I was pleasantly surprised by how large the room was. Good high speed internet access in the room and a convenient breakfast (waffles, toast, eggs, etc.) made it perfect for my business trip. Location is very convenient within Pasadena. I would definitely stay here again.

  • Stayed September 2012, traveled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Santa Cruz, CA
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12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“vag·a·bond [vag-uh-bond]: (3) disreputable; worthless”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed August 31, 2012

Cons: Internet does not work well in rooms, space in room is limited, pool is on the sidewalk, room smells like mildew, the AC was blasting with the windows wide open when I arrived, window to room is at stairwell eye-level, lots of road noise.

Pros: I'll update later if I find any. Cheap deal I guess.

Room Tip: Try to get a room not at the stairwell and perhaps ask where internet is strongest.
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  • Stayed August 2012, traveled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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dcatain1, General Manager at Vagabond Inn Executive Pasadena, responded to this review
September 4, 2012
I would like to apologize for your recent experience at our hotel. We
take pride in our property and would like to make sure these issues do
not continue. We have been shampooing the carpets throughout the
property. Your room had been shampooed the morning of your arrival, and
unfortunately the housekeepers had left the windows open and the AC running to air out the room and dry the carpet. They were to return later to check it and close the windows and turn off the AC. Unfortunately we failed to do that. I do apologise for our oversight. This may have led to the displeasing smell you encountered in the room.

If you have any more comments or suggestions regarding your visit, please contact the hotel directly at (626) 449-3170 or by email at vagabondpasadena@gmail.com.
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Chicago, Illinois
2 reviews
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“Absolutely average hotel, but a good bargain”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed August 26, 2012 via mobile

This hotel is absolutely average in most ways. The room was comfortable, but nothing special. It's a little better than average in location; a little worse in its complimentary breakfast. Since the price is a little lower than average for the area, it is an option well worth considering, especially if you are not intending to spend much time at the hotel.

Stayed August 2012, traveled with family
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Phoenix
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Another Great Stay - Loved it!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 26, 2012

This was our fourth stay. The staff is always very friendly and helpful at the reception desk and housekeeping. Mike was very patient with us with all our questions. The room was very clean as usual and the beds very comfortable. Breakfast was good as we expected, make your own waffles, toast, bagels, eggs, cereal, fruit, tea, coffee and juices. The pool was very inviting and we really enjoyed it.
Will definitely stay here again on our next visit to Pasadena.

  • Stayed August 2012, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Dark dingy smelly rooms.”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed August 20, 2012 via mobile

Stayed here for business in Pasadena. First thing I noticed when i walked in was that the room smelled heavily of smoke that someone has made an attempt to cover up. Window blinds were dirty and had holes in them. Walls had unidentifiable stains on them. Stayed on the third floor, but wifi had a very weak signal. There is no way this hotel is deserving of its current rating on trip advisor. Mike at front desk was extremely nice and professional, but the rooms are terrible here. Would not recommend and would not stay here again. It is worth it to pay a little more an stay at one of the other hotels in the area.

  • Stayed August 2012
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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dcatain1, Manager at Vagabond Inn Executive Pasadena, responded to this review
August 26, 2012
I would like to extend my apologize for your recent experience with our hotel. From your review it is difficult to identify exactly which room you were assigned. We do have some smoking rooms and I can only assume that you were assigned to stay in one of our smoking room. We take the cleanliness of our rooms very seriously . We are in the process of replacing our drapes and your room might have been the one that is due to be replaced.

Could you please let us know which room you were commenting on so that we can quickly address the issues you have raised. If you have any other concerns or comments and would like to address them to us directly please feel free to call the property at (626) 449-3170 or by email at vagabondpasadena@gmail.com
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Also Known As:
Vagabond Inn Executive Pasadena Hotel Pasadena
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Vagabond Hotel Executive Pasadena
Address: 1203 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91106-1843
Region: United States > California > Pasadena
Amenities:
Business Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#3 Business Hotels in Pasadena
#6 Family Hotels in Pasadena
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
3 Blocks away from Caltech, close to old town Pasadena shopping area, close to Pasadena business center and the playhouse district. ... more   less 
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