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Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

2.5 star property
Hotel near Stanford University in Palo Alto

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Property grounds
Free daily continental breakfast
Reception
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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3305 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Place, Nikola Tesla Statue
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Stanford University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Palo Alto VA Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Palo Alto

Ventura stay.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. Stanford Stadium and Stanford Maples Pavillion are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Nikola Tesla Statue - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Labyrinth At Grace - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Peers Park Dog Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Stanford University - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Whisman Station - 10 min drive
  • California Ave Station - 18 min walk
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Zareen's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbird - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fambrini's Cafe - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

Hotel near Stanford University in Palo Alto
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto also features a vending machine, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking is free.

This Palo Alto hotel is smoke free.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Palo Alto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea 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.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • -32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless 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

  • Pets: USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 40.00 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Pet deposit: USD 40.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is 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

How close is Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto to the airport?

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto is 12.1 mi (16-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 Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

As of Apr 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto on May 10, 2026 start from $194, including 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 Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto.

Does Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto offer free breakfast?

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

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

Is there free parking at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto have a pool?

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto does not have a pool.

Does Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto to downtown Palo Alto?

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto is 1.5 mi away from Palo Alto.

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 269 out of 528 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 528 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 528 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 528 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 528 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

EDWIN, RALEIGH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Just ok
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

ROBERT, LOUISVILLE

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was safe and easy. Rooms updated and clean with big mini-fridge, microwave and coffee maker. Bathroom stocked with choices for various amenities. TV instructions very clear! Restaurant nearby for dinner. Breakfast was take out items back to room to enjoy with in room coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
In high-priced Palo Alto, the price was very reasonable, and the owner is extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

K

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Tiny room massively overpriced, poorly appointed with an incredibly loud heater.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and comfortable. Parking was very good. The continental breakfast was packaged pastries and coffee-machine coffee. Some fruit and fresh brewed coffee would make it much better. The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness
Great greeting at check in. Rooms are clean but dated. The rooms could use a little updating, painting
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Constance, Salinas

Liked: Cleanliness
All staff was extremely courteous and helpful. The location was the most important thing to me to be close to the hospital. That and I needed the price to be under $200. I will return the next time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

MICHELLE, SAN JOSE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and quiet room. Soft bed. Good for a motor inn.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here three nights while daughter at Stanford Medical and service was excellent, rooms very clean, good bed. The owner of this Inn went above and beyond to accommodate me for extra nights that were not expected. Would recommend this Inn to anyone. I.M
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The woman at the front desk was very kind but very efficient!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Vishaal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms Great hosts at check in
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Astrid

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff is SO nice! The older rooms are clean and everything works fine, which makes for a comfortable stay. We will always stay at the Stanford Motor Inn when get medical care from Stanford!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

DEBORAH, Honolulu

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Old but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lindell

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Everyone was so nice and ready for anything we needed help with. Would return anytime we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Haven’t had breakfast yet, but staff were super nice and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025