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5.0 out of 5

"Wonderful motel. It was clean, quiet and convenient. The young man in the office was professional, kind and helpful. We would definitely stay here ... " More

By a verified traveler on Thu 26 Jan 2023

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Hotel Description

Motel near Stanford University in Palo Alto

Palo Alto Orchards stay

A stay at this Palo Alto Orchards motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Stanford University and 6 miles (10 km) of Googleplex. Shoreline Amphitheatre and Stanford University Medical Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Business services

This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free internet in public areas. A terrace, a garden, and a snack bar/deli are also on offer.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Non Smoking 1 Queen Room)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$95* Per night/room Mar 22 - Mar 23

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (Non Smoking 1 King Room)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Non Smoking 1 Queen Room- Accessible)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub (Non Smoking 2 Queen Room- Bathtub)

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

The Palo Alto Inn ratings based on 5 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
5.0 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Palo Alto Inn

Everyone (2) Couples (1) Family (1)
5 out of 5

Posted by on Feb 21, 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

Feb 24, 2024 by Customer Care Team

Dear Guest,We appreciate the awesome feedback that you provided. It's great to be on the receiving end of such a wonderful rating and we hope you had an exceptional stay with us. Do let us know if you have any suggestions on how we can make things even better for our guests. We look forward to your next visit! Best Regards,Customer Care Team

5 out of 5
Wonderful motel. It was clean, quiet and convenient. The young man in the office was professional, kind and helpful. We would definitely stay here again!

Posted by , from Chico on Jan 26, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jan 31, 2023 by The Palo Alto Inn Management

Dear BARBARA,We are incredibly grateful that you took the time out to leave us an All-Star review.  It's great to hear that you found our place quiet and peaceful during your stay.We look forward to hosting you again soon for another enriching stay on your next trip to Palo Alto.Kind Regards,The Palo Alto Inn Management

5 out of 5

Posted by on Jan 7, 2022

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5 out of 5
Property had no pool and no kids beds and online they said they did other than that they were great

Posted by , from Palo Alto Ca. on Feb 25, 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 23, 2020 by Customer Care Team

We are thrilled with your review and your perfect rating. It is wonderful to hear that you had such a great stay with us, and that our property was so suitable for your accommodation requirements. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back very soon! Best regards, Customer Care Team at TPAI

5 out of 5
Adorable room, convenient location to shops and freeways

Posted by on Jul 10, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 12, 2019 by Customer Care Team

Dear guest, It sounds as if our hotel was perfect for your needs, and we are delighted that you enjoyed your time with us so much. Thank you for your positive rating; we hope that you will have an opportunity to make a return visit very soon.

Property Features

There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A business center and a meeting room are available. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Palo Alto Inn. Self parking is free. This Palo Alto motel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet , Wireless internet access , High-speed internet access , Internet access (surcharge)

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Free self parking , RV, bus, truck parking

Transport

  • Train station: San Antonio Station (2.1 km / 1.3 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

The Palo Alto Inn offers 23 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Satellite television is provided. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Palo Alto motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

  • In-room dining
  • Television
  • Satellite channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wheelchair accessible

Food & Drink

Room service is available.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - midnight. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - midnight.
Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 17
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • The Palo Alto Inn Motel
  • Days Inn Stanford
  • Days Inn Stanford Motel
  • Days Inn Stanford Motel Palo Alto Area
  • Days Inn Palo Alto Stanford Area Motel
  • Days Inn Stanford Area Motel
  • Days Inn Stanford Area
  • Days Palo Alto Stanford Area
  • Days Stanford Area
  • The Palo Alto Inn Palo Alto
  • The Palo Alto Inn Motel Palo Alto

You should know

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.