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Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

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Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto provides free continental breakfast and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

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A hotel room with a large bed, white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a decorative wreath on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and wall decorations.

Double Room

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

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A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and geometric patterned pillows. There is a nightstand with a lamp, a phone, and a small clock between the beds. The room has a simple, clean design with a dark carpet and abstract art on the walls.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and wall decorations.

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Ventura, a neighborhood in Palo Alto, Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto is near the airport and near a train station. Silicon Valley and Baylands Nature Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include California's Great America and Stanford University Arboretum. Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and Palo Alto Art Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Palo Alto travel guide
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3305 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306

What's nearby

  • A circular building complex surrounded by a cityscape with a sunset in the background.
    Silicon Valley
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A historic building with arches and a tower, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.
    Stanford University
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • A woman walking on a sidewalk with potted plants and buildings in the background.
    Stanford Shopping Center
    6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Nikola Tesla Statue
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Peers Park Dog Park
    2 min drive - 1.1 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
  • Yutori
    1 min walk
  • Starbird
    11 min walk

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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

  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

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?

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 1 mi (2 km) of Silicon Valley and Stanford University. Stanford Stadium and Stanford Maples Pavillion are also within 2 mi (3 km). California Ave Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 589 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 589 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 589 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 589 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 589 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and the parking was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service, clean room with amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This motel is currently under renovation. The outside looks a little bit sketchy but I can see the vision. We got to say inside a freshly renovated room and it was comfortable and clean. Every encounter with a staff member was a good experience. They were friendly, accommodating, and professional. We will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay. Not the Hilton but nice and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were very nice and helpful. The location was safe.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rom
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and bathroom were clean. It had everything we needed for our short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy parking. Higher quality bedding than I was expecting for this price point. Clean and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice and helpful. I think his name was Nate? started with N. front desk guy- he was very welcoming and nice. The property was clean and adequate. I would stay there again. However, I wish they would use matress encasements. I am paranoid about bedbugs and would of felt more at ease if those were used -There were no signs of bugs. I am one of those people who rip off bedding and inspect... again, I would of felt more comfortable seeing those in place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally helpful and friendly folks at the front desk. Location is convenient, walking distance to California Avenue and short drive/bike ride to Stanford. Room was very comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good price for the area. Front desk staff friendly. Yes, some things (like outdoor carpeting) are showing their age, but everything is clean. Simple breakfast available in the office, and pleasant seating outside.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff it was close to Stanford Medical Center however the room had been upgraded and did not have hooks to hang your towels and some of the light fixtures did not work. The room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff is excellent and tried hard to meet our needs. We needed a downstairs unit and they were happy to find one for us. We were only there for one night as we had to be at the hospital early the next morning so we didn’t eat breakfast the next day. The motel is old but our unit was clean, had a refrigerator and a microwave and was reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms Great hosts at check in
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, quiet area, friendly staff and plenty of parking
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, both evening and morning, were exceptional. The property is older but well maintained. Wonderful amenities including refrigerator with freezer, stove, free parking, well placed outlets and complimentary continental breakfast. I appreciate the medical discount offering.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, small room. Friendly, helpful staff. Walls were a little thin, but not too bad.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. It's a family owned since 1973. Still has that 70's look on the outside and some rooms still have that look. They are remodeling their rooms discreetly and they will be doing the same to the exterior. Neil is the owners so and he is very personable he also runs the front desk and is there for his customers. They also have adequate parking,ice machine and a very nice continental breakfast. A great stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was terrific. Very helpful and very kind. My only concern is the stairs to the room. I have trouble with stairs. The staff carried my bags both up and down for me. Getting up the stairs was a challenge. Good restaurants around , clean, not sure I can stay there without having to a ground floor room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room needs renovation Staff were nice and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026