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Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto

2.0 star property
Motel near Stanford University in Palo Alto

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Property entrance
Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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4234 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Place, San Antonio Shopping Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Palo Alto VA Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, San Andreas Fault Trail
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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1 King Bed Non-Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 King Bed Non-Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Queen Bed Non-Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Double Beds Non-Smoking

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

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Queen Beds Non-Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Palo Alto

Palo Alto Orchards stay.With a stay at this Palo Alto Orchards motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Silicon Valley and 2 miles (3 km) of San Antonio Shopping Center. Stanford University and San Andreas Fault Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • San Antonio Shopping Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mitchell Park Dog Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Rengstorff Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • San Andreas Fault Trail - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • San Antonio Station - 3 min drive
  • Whisman Station - 8 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Idly Express - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪4290 Bistro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪So Gong Dong Tofu House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Teaspoon - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Il Fornaio - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto

Motel near Stanford University in Palo Alto
Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto offers its guests a vending machine and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Palo Alto motel.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto offers 29 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. LED televisions come with satellite channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto to the airport?

Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto is 14 mi (25-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 Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto?

As of Dec 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto on Jan 26, 2026 start from $133.0, 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 Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto.

Does Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto offer free breakfast?

Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Casino M8trix (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto have a pool?

Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto does not have a pool.

Does Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto to downtown Palo Alto?

Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto is 2.6 mi away from Palo Alto.

Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 211 out of 627 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 627 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 627 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 627 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 627 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randy

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

Palo Alto trip motel

Great basic motel that is super clean and comfortable great daily service very friendly staff. Convenient to Stanford and public transportation Would highly recommend and would stay here the next time I am in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yichuan

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great hotel, great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Juliet

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

Clean, convenient, efficient

This hotel was good value, clean and convenient. Check in/out were friendly and efficient. We needed a room with two beds and this place had it at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased and pleasantly surprised with our accommodations. Even though the property was built back in the 1950’s it surly doesn’t show it, a very well kept hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Berkeley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great no-frills spot. Equipment worked, bed was great, very quiet, and good service.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and clean. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've been taking my son to the Children's Hospital, and I've been really impressed with the experience. They often have wonderful deals, and the staff truly goes above and beyond. What touched me the most was when we arrived; the first thing one of the staff members asked was how my day was. It really made me feel supported during a challenging time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

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

Great Place!!!!!

I was doing a craft show down there. And while looking for a hotel, I read the reviews and this hotel had really good reviews. Well if you’re reading this, I’m letting you know that it’s a great place to stay , great value, clean just what we needed.!! Definitely will be using this hotel again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carrie J

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in desperate need of updating. My mattress was at least 30 years old. My microwave was broken. Tiles were broken and carpet was dingy and smelled bad.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Not fancy, but comfortable, clean, nice room amenities (microwave, small fridge, direct tv, bottled water, juice, coffee/decaf, etc.) and very nice, efficient staff. Happy there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

tasha

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

Great little find & Price.

Great lil find! We came down for my GDs Dr. appointment @ Stanford, very close to hospital a couple miles & reasonably priced. Room was clean , comfortable & property was quiet. There were a couple waters, juices & pastries in the room. Check-in was easy , staff & Housekeeping were super friendly. We will definitely stay here for future Dr. Appointments. Thank you .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice staff, easy parking, even at the wee hours of the morning
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service. Front desk attendant was so accommodating and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay for last minute option
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Donnell

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean comfortable room and the room did not have that strong disinfected odor. The light on the desk just stopped working and the toilet did not refill automatically. I had to open the tank and get it started a number of times.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. There is no continental breakfast but they did provide water, danish, and coffee maker and coffee. Nice clean room and for the price I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sigrid

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great. Would definitely stay here again, and recommend if needing a place in the area for a good price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was pleasantly surprised. Reception very welcoming. The room was clean and the property was also clean. All aspects were above standards.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrianna

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