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Comfort Inn Palo Alto

2.5 star property
Art Deco hotel near Stanford University

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Exterior
Lobby
Business center
Lobby
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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3945 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Place, Stanford University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Stanford Stadium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Stanford University Medical Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(34 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Palo Alto

Heart of Palo Alto.Your stay at this Ventura hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of San Antonio Shopping Center and Palo Alto VA Hospital. Stanford University and San Andreas Fault Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Stanford University - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Stanford Stadium - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • California Ave Station - 3 min drive
  • Whisman Station - 9 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪State of Mind Slice House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hong Kong Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hobee's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Show De Carnes - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Art Deco hotel near Stanford University
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 300 square feet (28 square meters) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and express check-out are also featured at the business-friendly Comfort Inn Palo Alto. Self parking is free.
  • 1 building
  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 300 sq ft of conference space
  • 28 sq m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Television in lobby
Comfort Inn Palo Alto offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Palo Alto Stanford
Comfort Inn Palo Alto Stanford University
Comfort Inn Stanford
Comfort Inn Stanford University
Comfort Inn Stanford University Motel
Comfort Inn Stanford University Motel Palo Alto
Comfort Inn Palo Alto Stanford University Motel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Comfort Inn Palo Alto to the airport?

Comfort Inn Palo Alto is 12.6 mi (24-min drive) away from the San Carlos, CA (SQL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfort Inn Palo Alto?

As of Sep 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn Palo Alto on Oct 5, 2025 start from $85.02, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Comfort Inn Palo Alto have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Comfort Inn Palo Alto.

Does Comfort Inn Palo Alto offer free breakfast?

Comfort Inn Palo Alto offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Comfort Inn Palo Alto?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino M8trix (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Comfort Inn Palo Alto?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Comfort Inn Palo Alto?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Comfort Inn Palo Alto have a pool?

Comfort Inn Palo Alto does not have a pool.

Does Comfort Inn Palo Alto have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Comfort Inn Palo Alto to downtown Palo Alto?

Comfort Inn Palo Alto is 1.9 mi away from Palo Alto.

Comfort Inn Palo Alto Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 295 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 195 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 108 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1007 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Frank

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The place was been remodeled while we were there. There was a roach in the room. But the staff was good, nice and friendly. I think next time we will look for a better place. My husband is been treated at Stanford Hospital so we will be going back to the town again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Annie Liu

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was very good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tatiana

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place. clean and quiet. i recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoyed my stay. I was well-rested and ready for morning breakfast in a friendly atmosphere!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loisi, East Palo Alto

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia, Fresno

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay clean place and recently updated rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean, breakfast needs an upgrade for the price 8/10
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond, SANTA CLARA

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Tina

The room smells strongly of bleach!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ERIC, SOMERVILLE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was convenient and served its purpose. Breakfast was a nice surprise.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old hotel, the room condition was very poor.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond, SANTA CLARA

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Hector, Pembroke Pines

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Close to Stanford University.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025