In the heart of Palo Alto, Park James offers a luxurious retreat. Start your day with breakfast at Oak+Violet or unwind with a spa treatment. With in-room WiFi, a 24-hour gym, and fitness classes to get you moving.
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 24 min drive
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 24 min drive
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 36 min drive
Menlo Park Station - 8 min walk
Palo Alto Station - 11 min drive
Atherton Station - 19 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min walk
Philz Coffee - 7 min walk
Saint Frank Coffee - 10 min walk
Coffeebar - 9 min walk
Andytown Coffee Roasters - 3 min walk
About this property
Park James
Park James puts you within a 10-minute drive of Stanford University and San Francisco Bay. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Oak+Violet, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
61 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (1 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Private dining
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Fitness classes
Working away
Meeting room
Conference space (1200 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2018
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Television in common areas
24-hour fitness center
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
65-inch flat-screen TV
Premium satellite channels
Netflix
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Free crib/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Mobile key entry
Special features
Dining
Oak+Violet - This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 75 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 30 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Park James Hotel Menlo Park
Park James Hotel
Park James Menlo Park
Park James Hotel
Park James Menlo Park
Park James Hotel Menlo Park
Frequently asked questions
Does Park James offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Park James 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 Park James?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 75 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Park James?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 30 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Park James?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Park James and nearby?
Onsite recreation at Park James includes fitness classes. Park James also has a 24-hour fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Park James?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Oak+Violet.
What's the area around Park James like?
Park James is a short 8-minute walk from Menlo Park Station and 5 minutes' walk from Menlo College.
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Reviews
Park James Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
9.4
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2026
Great boutique hotel, excellent restaurant, quaint bar with live music, beautiful patio with loungers and firepits, and awesome staff.
Gregory D
Gregory D, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2025
Friendly staff, quality interior decor, amazing location with many high end restaurants nearby
Calvin
Calvin, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 26, 2026
Staff wonderful and great location, room very clean .
The only negatives the restaurant was not open on the night of our stay ( Sunday ) and could hear the traffic .
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2025
Very friendly staff. Clean spacious room.
Very good food and help in the restaurant.
Gail H.
Gail H., 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2026
Very clean room. Comfortable bed. Charming outdoor bar area. Very attentive service that made you feel they cared.
Francisco
Francisco, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Lovely stay - pleasant decor, clean accommodations and delightful staff.
Megan
Megan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Amazing hotel the restaurant was 5 star would absolutely recommend
Robbin
Robbin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2025
Staff was excellent
Cynthia
Cynthia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2025
Very nice & friendly staff
Sheida
Sheida, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2025
Excellent service ‘
Hammad
Hammad, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Mar 2, 2026
The room was great and the staff very helpful but the restaurant, cafe and bar hours were very limited. We arrived at 2pm hungry after a long drive but nothing in the hotel was available. We went out dinner that evening and returned to the hotel for a cocktail but the bar closes at 9pm. On Sunday the main restaurant is closed so no full breakfast/brunch.
Cathleen
Cathleen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
Beautiful, very friendly staff and good food!
Kristen
Kristen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 3, 2025
Great location within walking distance to good restaurants including the hotels very hip restaurant.
William
William, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
Great convenience and location
Danielle
Danielle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
Lovely property and courteous staff
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 30, 2023
Nice room, good food and coffee, friendly staff.
Olivia
Olivia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2025
Outstanding. Great, friendly service - front desk serving as valet. Highly recommended.
Joseph
Joseph, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
The bed was comfortable, the room clean and decorated nicely.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2025
Everyone was super friendly!
Joe
Joe, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2023
Rooms are immaculate, outdoor patio is great and service was superb
William
William, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2024
A great find
Loved this little hotel. A great find with many nice touches and really friendly staff.
Marina
Marina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2025
Nice and friendly staff
Suyash
Suyash, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2025
The staff could not be more friendly and helpful! I love this hotel and am a repeat customer for a reason!!
Suzy
Suzy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2024
Great stay!
The staff was amazing! Very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend Park James hotel