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Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Stanford University

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Free daily continental breakfast
Free daily continental breakfast
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 545
AED 630 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

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3305 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306

What's nearby

  • Stanford University - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Stanford Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 8 min drive - 5.6 km

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
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto provides free continental breakfast and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers, luggage storage, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto offer perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • -32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

Languages

English

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 40.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

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

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Is Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 40.00 per stay and a fee of USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto located?

Located in Ventura, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Stanford University, Stanford Stadium, and Stanford Maples Pavillion. Stanford University Arboretum and Palo Alto VA Hospital are also within 2 mi (3 km). California Ave Station is 18 minutes by foot.

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Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 427 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 427 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 427 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 427 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 427 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

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jared

The staff was very warm and welcoming. The property was old and outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Georges

Liked: Staff & service
Good for this budget
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so helpful. Area not so good
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belle

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

8/10 Good

Gwendolyn

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

8/10 Good

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, all nessities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
D
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loren

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

10/10 Excellent

teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

carrie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I don't want to give a bad review, but the owners are struggling to "improve" this old motel and they just have terrible taste. (My opinion) The room is old. It seems to cater to construction workers on remote jobs - they sit around all evening on a patio and talk loudly (and topics not cool if you had kids around) into the night. Same early in the morning. The owners are extremely friendly and are very proud of the place. I don't want to dampen their enthusiasm or be overly critical - So, I'll just say the price is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Jacqueline

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff but facilities need upgrading, electrical wiring looks dangerous, minimal amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 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

8/10 Good

Deborah

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

6/10 Okay

Kenny Chuck Ling

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

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the friendly staff, the convenient location and it was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald

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

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

Kyndaron

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

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable. Quiet with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I needed a place to stay when a conference hotel overbooked; Stanford Motor Inn was inexpensive and convenient. It’s definitely an older style of motel but the staff is exceptionally pleasant and friendly, and the rooms are clean and well-maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is always great. We've stayed multiple times here. Beds arereally comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jung Ah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is rather old but comfortable and the staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again based on staff and cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

3 nights in Palo Alto

Very basic but adequate motel Bed was too soft for me
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024