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Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

2.5 star property
Hotel within easy reach of Stanford University

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Free daily continental breakfast
Property grounds
Free daily continental breakfast
1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Reception
Experience the warm charm of Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto, located near Stanford University. Enjoy a continental breakfast, take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Pet friendly
  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (8)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self parking
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free toiletries
The current price is CNY1,246
CNY1,439 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
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About the neighborhood

Map
3305 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306

What's nearby

  • Stanford University - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Stanford Stadium - 6 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 16 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 27 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 28 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 59 min drive
  • Palo Alto Station - 5 min drive
  • Atherton Station - 9 min drive
  • California Ave Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbird - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪State of Mind Slice House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hong Kong Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto puts you just a 5-minute drive from Stanford University and Silicon Valley. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10 AM. Also, Stanford University Medical Center and Shoreline Amphitheatre are within a short drive. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 37 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

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 continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • -32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 40.00 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto
Stanford Motor Inn
Stanford Motor Palo Alto
Stanford Motor Hotel Palo Alto
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto Hotel
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto Palo Alto
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto Hotel Palo Alto

Frequently asked questions

Does Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 40.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto and nearby?

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto has a picnic area.

What's the area around Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto like?

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto is in Ventura, a short 1-minute walk from Silicon Valley.

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Reviews

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property is close to many good restaurants, with two great options just steps away. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

6/10 Good

The bed was not comfortable, the bottom sheet didn’t reach the end of the bed. The toilet wobbled. The fan in the bathroom didn’t work. We had to ask for more clean glasses and washclothes. But, it was quiet.
Michele, 7-night trip

6/10 Good

Good
DAER, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Simple but ok
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly and helpful! Came back to a clean and neat room every night.
Belle, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great all around!
Loren, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location, staff friendly
Yingjie, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was so helpful. Area not so good
Glenn, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

The a/c wasn
Bryant, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Room was clean and staff was great. Bed was very firm and uncomfortable, AC took hours to cool down room in a heat wave and we were also right above a smoking section with an infant. Our door wouldn’t open unless you pulled the handle in a very specific way. Breakfast was some pastries, granola bars, oatmeal, and coffee/juice.
Alsatia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was super polite and helpful.
Farin, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great. It is an older property, but well kept and the bed was comfy.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly staff. Room nicer than places that charge twice as much. Would stay there again.
Joseph, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A little outdate. Noise air conditioning
Frances, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The inn keepers where very nice
Jenna, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

D
Gerardo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

No frills but clean and affordable.
Olof Fredrik, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the pool. No chlorine smell and the water was the perfect temperature. Best family owned motel ever
joni, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Extremely friendly and helpful. I highly recommend.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was excellent(Neil).
Ronnie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient

Staff is so friendly and helpful
Lauren, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is very friendly. Bed is comfy. Only problem is traffic on El Camino is pretty loud.
Wayne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Classic motel

Room was fine, a bit tired. Took some experimenting to get a/c balanced; it was certainly cold. Desk staff very nice and helpful.
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

They were very hospitable, making you feel welcomed. Property was older but well maintained. The room was large and had everything you would need.
Jane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Court yard beauty

8/10 Very good

Heat for a family of 4 in the heart of a storm.

Our home had no electricity for 3 days during a major storm. We have a dog so the hotel choices were limited. The people at the front desk were lovely, comfortable beds and warm showers were all we needed. We were close to food as well which was great!
Bettie Anne, 1-night trip