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Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

2.5 star property
Hotel near Stanford University in Palo Alto

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Free daily continental breakfast
Point of interest
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
3305 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Stanford University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Stanford Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Stanford University Medical Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Palo Alto

Ventura stay.Your stay at this Ventura hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Stanford University and Stanford University Medical Center. Stanford Stadium and Stanford Maples Pavillion are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Stanford University - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Stanford Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 7 min drive - 2.9 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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zareen's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪State Of Mind Slice House - ‬9 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.

Languages

English

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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

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

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Stanford Motor Inn
Stanford Motor Palo Alto
Stanford Motor Hotel Palo Alto
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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 Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto on Jun 7, 2025 start from $175.5, 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 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. 225 out of 439 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 439 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 439 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 439 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 439 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Tuolumne

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good

Having had to travel out of state for medical care, needless to say I was not in “vacation mode” when we arrived after a long drive. We were kindly greeted and checked in promptly. The rooms are not perfect but are clean, comfortable, and the hotel’s location to Stanford is ideal. We will stay here again without a doubt.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Pete

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice

Nice place, a bit vintage but not unexpected.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful! Came back to a clean and neat room every night.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhihui

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gwendolyn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel is a little run down but it served our purpose. Close to Stanford hospital for an overnight stay. Staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenny Chuck Ling, Los Angeles

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night for a business trip. It was older and didn't feel very clean. It was fine for a one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great all around!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was comfortable and was an easy drive to Stanford. Restaurants were easy walking distance. Its an older property, but what was nice was the interaction with the staff. Both check in and check out clerks were kind and accommodating. Nice people are my favorite people.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff service was exceptional. It was a cold night and I was getting in late, and Neil, the desk clerk, went to my assigned room and turned on the heater for me prior to arrival. This is my go-to hotel for this area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice staff, really nice actually. It’s just old and has the window heater/AC units and they are really loud. No sheets and pillows are old. You get what you pay for but again staff was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Enock

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff were nice. But my card was charged $30 for a cup of coffee they said was complementary.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy

The room was clean. The staff was very nice. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kyndaron

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable bed, clean bathroom, friendly staff. Neal was especially helpful - I requested an upstairs room and he went out of his way to give me and my friend a spacious upstairs room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Vincent, Los Angeles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The Stanford Motor Inn is conveniently located near Stanford University. However, it is just a motel - and exactly what you expect a motel to be. Rooms all face a central parking area and pool, and every room has its own air conditioning unit. All windows have security latches which prevent them from opening more than a half inch. The room felt a bit dated. Our room had new-looking, white duvet covers on the beds. But the bottom (flat) sheet on the bed moved around when you slept, creating a lot of wrinkles (I don't like sleeping on rumpled sheets). Plus, the bottom sheet was just a bit too short, so my feet kept contacting the blanket that they placed under the bottom sheet (which was not a pleasant feeling). All of this could have been solved if they had just used a larger flat sheet for the bottom sheet. The bathroom was decent - the shower water pressure was good and the water got hot quickly. The room also had a microwave oven and refrigerator. The people in the office were pleasant, and they offer packaged pastries and granola bars in the morning. Overall, I'd say that this is a decent, budget motel. Don't expect too much and you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024