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Comfort Inn Palo Alto

2.5 star property
Art Deco hotel near Stanford University

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

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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3945 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Place, Palo Alto VA Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, San Antonio Shopping Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, DVBIC Palo Alto
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(36 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
(28 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Palo Alto

Heart of Palo Alto.With a stay at this Ventura hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Silicon Valley and 2 miles (3 km) of Stanford University. San Antonio Shopping Center and Palo Alto VA Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Mitchell Park Dog Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Nikola Tesla Statue - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • San Antonio Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • DVBIC Palo Alto - 5 min drive - 1.4 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
  • ‪Hong Kong Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Holy Sushi - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪State of Mind Slice House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪4290 Bistro - ‬20 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. Parking is available for a fee.
  • 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

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 9.95 per day; includes in/out privileges)

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Optional extras

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

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 9.95 per day (in/out privileges)

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

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 Feb 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn Palo Alto on Mar 8, 2026 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?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 9.95 per day.

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. 323 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 335 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 183 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 1001 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MARVALEE

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petro

Clean, nice room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and friendly office staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Young man who checked us in was very nice and friendly. It had been awhile since we stayed here and did notice that room had been updated. It's a shame that some people don't take care of things. New fridge was broken inside. Blackout curtain couldn't be raised. Overall the room looks better than before.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jing

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth and Garen, Paso Robles

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food needs to be kept hot, eggs were lukewarm, tater tots were cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No issues, price was great. Extra towels would have been nice but didn’t request any either.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was comfortable with a good bed and full pillows.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tami

Everything was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doria

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless every day we were there. Great breakfast every day! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Diana

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The person at the front desk seemed annoyed to check me in. There were ants in the bathroom. No ironing board, only two hangers, only one desk chair, and an old paper towel from a previous occupant in the microwave. On a more positive note, the staff did bring me more hangers and an extra desk chair.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, the staff polite, and the breakfast very good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location convenient Room was clean. Front office staff professional and helpful. Didn’t have breakfast but noticed it was available.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria agostina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean environment, great staff and proximity to bus stops
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shelby

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The upgrades done at this property were wonderful. Everything was lovely. The beds were so very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy parking but no much nearby, far from freeway
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Toilet and sink drain were both plugged when I checked into the room. I had to unplug the toilet myself. The sink drain wasn't unplugged for two days.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Great cleanliness and breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kiran

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Francois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very practical and affordable motel in the area. Good sized room with fridge et microwave (fridge was noisy and I had to unplug it for more comfort), easy parking. Pretty good breakfast included for the price (fruits, granola, waffle machine, salty options, and of course coffee, juice...) It can be a bit noisy depending on your neighbors, but that wasn't a big issue in practice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel, Marina

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived at the front desk around 11 PM and checked in fairly quickly. That’s where the only good part of my stay ended. When I opened the door to my assigned room, I was greeted by an absolute disaster, the bed was completely unmade, the bathroom was filthy, and there were crumbs scattered all over the floor. It was obvious the room had never been cleaned after the previous guests. Exhausted and frustrated, I went back to the front desk to report it. Instead of taking my word for it, the staff member insisted on verifying it himself, as if I was making it up. Ten minutes later, he returned looking embarrassed and finally admitted the room was indeed dirty. Then, unbelievably, he tried to contact housekeeping to have the room cleaned right then, close to midnight! The idea that I should wait around while someone tidied up a filthy room at that hour was beyond inconsiderate. After another long wait, I was told no cleaning staff were available, and only then was I reassigned to a different room. By this point, it was well past midnight, and my patience was gone. The entire ordeal was handled so poorly, from the disbelief to the lack of urgency or basic courtesy, that I felt completely disrespected as a paying guest. This was one of the worst hotel experiences I’ve ever had. The condition of the rooms and the staff’s response were both unacceptable. I left feeling disgusted and deeply disappointed. I will never stay here again and strongly recommend others look elsewhere
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025