Surrounded by the vibrant energy of Stanford University, Best Western Plus Riviera offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet and cozy fireplace in the lobby. Stay active at the gym, connect to WiFi in public areas, or unwind by the outdoor pool.
Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Stanford University Medical Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Stanford University - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Stanford Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 19 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 31 min drive
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 35 min drive
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 55 min drive
Atherton Station - 4 min drive
Palo Alto Station - 11 min walk
Menlo Park Station - 16 min walk
Restaurants
Shake Shack - 8 min walk
RH Rooftop Restaurant - 4 min walk
The Melt - 7 min walk
Blue Bottle Coffee - 5 min walk
True Food Kitchen - 6 min walk
About this property
Best Western Plus Riviera
Best Western Plus Riviera puts you just a 5-minute drive from Stanford University and Stanford University Medical Center. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or visit the fitness center for a workout. Also, San Francisco Bay and Shoreline Amphitheatre are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
37 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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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
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Coffee/tea in a common area
Shared microwave
Water dispenser
Working away
Business center
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free wired internet
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
Also known as
Best Western Plus Riviera
Best Western Plus Riviera Menlo Park
Best Western Plus Riviera Motel
Best Western Plus Riviera Motel Menlo Park
Best Western Riviera
Best Western Menlo Park
Best Western Plus Riviera Hotel Menlo Park
Menlo Park Best Western
Best Plus Riviera Menlo Park
Best Western Plus Riviera Hotel
Best Western Plus Riviera Menlo Park
Best Western Plus Riviera Hotel Menlo Park
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Best Western Plus Riviera?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Riviera?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Plus Riviera?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Plus Riviera?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of USD 25.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Best Western Plus Riviera and nearby?
Best Western Plus Riviera has an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
What's the area around Best Western Plus Riviera like?
Best Western Plus Riviera is a short 2-minute walk from Stanford Shopping Center and 9 minutes' walk from Stanford University Arboretum.
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Reviews
Best Western Plus Riviera Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
8.6
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.4
Staff & service
8.2
Eco-friendliness
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with options like pancakes, waffles, mini omelets, and bacon. (13 reviews)
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Popular mentions
Room
Breakfast
Service staff
Location
Bed
Parking
Bathroom
Shopping
Coffee maker
Shopping center
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2025
I was in the area for a surgery I had to have it Stanford and had to end up staying local for several weeks this hotel was wonderful with Services for food shopping all nearby
Roxanne
Roxanne, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2025
Great stay!
Kayla
Kayla, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
Great place to stay close to Stanford University
Frances
Frances, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
Very clean staff was very friendly. Very convenient location close to Stanford grocery stores and shopping..
Hanoi
Hanoi, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Excelente hotel para los que visiten la zona de la Universidad de Stanford y alrededores…Shopping Mall y restaurantes a una cuadra de distancia, fácil transporte público, la propiedad es tranquila y muy segura
Ricardo
Ricardo, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
Location
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Equipe nota 10
Atendimento incrível, equipe educada, bem humorada
MATEUS
MATEUS, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Staff was great and although this is a very dated property, the rooms were nice & the beds were comfortable.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2025
It was cute, breakfast was amazing, staff were outstanding
Katherine
Katherine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
Location is in great proximity to Medical School campus and Stanford Mall. It's within walking distance to many restaurants and easy available parking as well. Some noise due to proximity to road but clean and comfortable.
bonnie
bonnie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 13, 2025
早餐服務非常好,但是房間隔音太差。
Kuanglin
Kuanglin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2025
Great little spot with fair pricing
It was clean and priced fairly. The rooms are on the smaller side but it was clean and comfortable. Parking is a little tight, if you have a trailer there’s no room for that onsite.
Chino
Chino, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 27, 2025
The beds were so uncomfortable, whenever we moved, you could hear and feel the springs in the mattress. You could also hear all the noise from the passing cars.
Sonia
Sonia, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 5, 2025
Very close to Stanford
Ana
Ana, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 31, 2025
Breakfast was more than a continental but not as good as I hàve had from previous Best Westerns. I love how the toilet paper and tissue were made into flowers :) convenient location near food and other leisure activities.
Roseann
Roseann, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2024
Excellent and friendly staff and clean and comfortable rooms.
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2025
This was a very positive stay. Friendly, clever, and helpful. The breakfast was good. Love it. Will stay again.
Susan
Susan, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2025
Nice
Aykhan
Aykhan, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 25, 2025
Its nice and clean.
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 4, 2025
One Night Stay
Everything was great. Shower pressure was amazing! Parking a little tight.
Janice
Janice, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2024
Nice place to stay and staff are very friendly
Amanda
Amanda, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 3, 2025
Right next to the mall, and there are quiet paths you can take to Downtown Palo Alto and some great restaurants.
The hotel is fine, it’s a standard Best Western. It’s a shame it looks out on El Camino and not on some of the parks or campus around. The old-style elevator is cute, and our kids loved the waffle breakfast; the staff were very helpful with them using the waffle maker.
Oh yeah, the coffee is terrible, but Bluebottle is a short walk away in the mall.
Donal
Donal, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 17, 2025
The train noise is pretty loud. The air conditioner was good. Got really cool in the room.
Midori
Midori, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 13, 2025
Noisy both traffic and staff vacuming or leaf blowing at 7am!
Paul
Paul, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2025
Excellent in every way!
Very clean! Comfortable, updated rooms, great location, and the kindest most accommodating staff in the business. Highly recommend!