The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Stanford University

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Fountain
Bar (on property)
Pet-friendly
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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3901 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Place, Stanford University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Googleplex
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Stanford Shopping Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(108 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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 Shopping Center. Shoreline Amphitheatre and Moffett Federal Airfield are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Stanford University - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Googleplex - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Shoreline Amphitheatre - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • California Ave Station - 3 min drive
  • Whisman Station - 9 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪State of Mind Slice House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hong Kong Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪So Gong Dong Tofu House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Show De Carnes - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

3.5-star hotel near Stanford University
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A fitness center, a terrace, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly The Nest Hotel Palo Alto. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Palo Alto hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2015
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto offers 54 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Palo Alto hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Gym
  • 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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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 fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • 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 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
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, Eurocard, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. 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.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Stanford/Silicon Valley
Quality Inn Stanford/Silicon Valley Palo Alto
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Quality Inn Stanford / Palo Alto Hotel Palo Alto
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Palo Alto Quality Inn
The Nest Palo Alto
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Nest Hotel Palo Alto to the airport?

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto is 12.5 mi (23-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 The Nest Hotel Palo Alto?

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto on Oct 26, 2025 start from $113.0, 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 The Nest Hotel Palo Alto have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto.

Does The Nest Hotel Palo Alto offer free breakfast?

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto?

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

What time is check-in at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Nest Hotel Palo Alto have a pool?

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto does not have a pool.

Does The Nest Hotel Palo Alto have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Nest Hotel Palo Alto to downtown Palo Alto?

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto is 1.8 mi away from Palo Alto.

Reviews

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 645 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1022 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Samantha, Fresno

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing! Quiet, clean, and modern!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LIN

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

dasheen

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

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

noemi

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Going back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean, friendly atmosphere and walking distance to food. Perfect for us!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misael

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

melanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Great Place!

Amazing quick and responsive front desk and cleaning employees happy to give us extras! Very clean, comfortable and wonderful location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very modern and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enrike

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yaudoon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane T

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

ALFONSO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, new, clean. No elevator.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Vusal

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Brielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was a bit dirty but the hotel was in a safe location which I appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025