Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

Property class: 2.5

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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
The current price is ￥26,592
￥30,714 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22

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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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 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

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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. Westfield Valley Fair Shopping Mall and Santana Row Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit California's Great America. 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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94306, CA, Palo Alto, 3305 El Camino Real

What's nearby

  • A circular building complex surrounded by a cityscape with a sunset in the background.
    Silicon Valley
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A historic building with arches and a tower, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.
    Stanford University
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • A train station with three trains on the tracks and a blue train in the background.
    SAP Center at San Jose
    27 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Nikola Tesla Statue
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Peers Park Dog Park
    2 min drive - 1.8 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
  • Zareen's
    15 min walk
  • Starbucks
    9 min walk
  • Yutori
    1 min walk
  • Starbird
    11 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
    • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
    • Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and free newspapers
    • 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
    • LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

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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 does it cost to stay at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto on Nov 21, 2026 start from ￥26,592, 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.

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 University Medical Center is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away. 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. 306 out of 602 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 602 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 602 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 602 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 602 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was very helpful and the parking was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent customer service, clean room with amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Was very clean the gentleman that worked at the front desk when we checked in was very good he told us where all the restaurants were at nearby. Very very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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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

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Good place to stay. Not the Hilton but nice and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I had a great stay at this hotel. The room was very nice and clean, and although the hotel is currently undergoing some renovations, it wasn’t a big deal at all and didn’t affect my stay. I really appreciated that the room came with a coffee machine, which was a great touch. The check-in process was quick and easy, and the receptionist was very friendly and welcoming. He even offered me two bottles of water, which I really appreciated after traveling. The only downside was that the AC was a little loud, but other than that, everything was great. I would definitely recommend this hotel and would happily stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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

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Room was kind of old but the staff did offer for me to move on the second night to a newly remodeled room but I wasn't in the room that much and didn't feel it was necessary to pack up and move but it was nice that it was offered to me.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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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

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Clean rom
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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

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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

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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

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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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8/10 Good

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Clean rooms Great hosts at check in
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms, quiet area, friendly staff and plenty of parking
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

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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

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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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10/10 Excellent

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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

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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

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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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10/10 Excellent

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Haven’t had breakfast yet, but staff were super nice and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025