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Vagabond Inn San Jose (SJC Airport): Traveler Reviews

2.0 of 5
1488 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95112
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Vagabond Inn San Jose (SJC Airport)
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Los Angeles, California
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Average Place to Stay”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed July 26, 2012

The location of the Vagabond Inn may be close to the airport however the people who frequent the area bring it down quite a bit. Within the same parking lot is a Dennys Diner open 24 hours. Issue with them is they're slow. Also a 7-11 convenience store on the corner however just to get there you've got the people who cause trouble. Dicey.
Cleanliness of the rooms is good. Televisions are older. Housekeepers are friendly & helpful. There's a pool and laundry as well. Too bad this Inn is located in such a not so nice area.

  • Stayed July 2012
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Good experience”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 1, 2012 via mobile

This worked great as an overnight stop on our way through San Jose. The rooms were large, clean, and seemed to be recently redone. If you were staying longer, you might want to find something in a better neighborhood, but it would be great for an overnight stop. Also, it was a very sparse continental breakfast, but the coffee was good and the staff was friendly.

  • Stayed June 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Benicia, California
1 review
“Excellent Stay!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012

After having a difficult experience with a previous hotel, I immediately found the staff at the Vagabond Inn incredibly friendly which sold me immediately. I called quite a few motels/inns in the area and this was the first where I actually had a conversation with the staff, which is a huge plus in my book. To be perfectly honest, I wanted to write this review before I even stayed, but I knew that I should wait until after my stay was done before I did. But it is safe to say now, that all of my original feelings were true and the Vagabond Inn did not disappoint!

The room itself was your standard, average room, clean and well kept. The bed was quite comfortable, and everything seemed to be in fine working order. If I had any complaint whatsoever about the room, it would be that the refrigerator was not working. Go figure, the first time I ever wanted to use one in a hotel room too.

While the location was a bit far from where I needed to be (the San Jose Convention Center), the train which goes straight there was very conveniently located less than a block down the street, making our trip a whole lot easier.

  • Stayed May 2012, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 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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“Overnight stay in San Jose”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012

When we arrived, the room was nice and clean. We were glad that access to the train was just across the street as we went into Downtown San Jose.

When we got back, we were please to remember that there is a Denny's right next to the hotel.

Though we only stayed overnight, we would have enjoyed an extended stay.

Thanks,

Tony

  • Stayed April 2012, traveled with friends
    • 4 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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Sacramento
1 review
“comfortable stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012

It was a wonderful experience staying in this Vagabond Inn.
You get a very friendly customer service and feel at home.
By the way, I found the location is very convenient because
of nearby Sanjose airport and also nice restaurants within
walking distance.

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  • Stayed April 2012, traveled with family
    • 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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Additional Information about Vagabond Inn San Jose (SJC Airport)

Also Known As:
Vagabond Hotel San Jose
Address: 1488 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95112
Region: United States > California > San Jose
Amenities:
Business Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Best Value Hotels in San Jose
#15 Family Hotels in San Jose
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Modern, two story Motor Inn with restaurant; located off Hwys 880 & 101, near Silicon Valley. ... more   less 
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