10 Best Motels in Palo Alto: Find Cheap Motels in Palo Alto, CA 2026

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Our top choices for Palo Alto motels

1. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Green Acres

Peter

￥17,211 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

2. The Palo Alto Inn

Palo Alto Orchards

kathy

￥16,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

3. Hotel Parmani

Palo Alto

Claudia

￥15,519 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

4. Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Ventura

Jake

￥16,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

5. Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto

Palo Alto Orchards

George

￥19,137 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

6. Oak Motel Palo Alto

Palo Alto

Armand

￥15,580 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

7. Redwood Creek Inn

Roosevelt

Melanie

￥19,770 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

8. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mountain View

North Whisman

Kristen

￥13,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

9. Palo Alto Lodge

Ventura

Frank

￥27,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

10. Travel Inn

Sunnyvale

Arturo

￥13,389 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

11. Budget Inn Redwood City

Redwood Oaks

Vashti

￥17,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

12. Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale

Sunnyvale

Vladimir

￥14,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

13. Sequoia Inn

Mount Carmel

Victor

￥14,397 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

14. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North

Sunnyvale

KIU

￥15,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

15. Capri Motel

Redwood Oaks

Carlos

￥20,658 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

16. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South

Sunnyvale

Jose H

￥13,430 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

17. LiA Hotel

San Carlos

Christopher

￥15,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

18. Wittle Inn

Heritage District

Maria

￥22,405 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

19. WAFER 450 Hotel

Santa Clara

Alexcia

￥17,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

20. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Belmont

Roman

￥16,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

Creekside Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect place to stay. Only place we stay when in Palo Alto."

Leland Hotel Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent

"This extremely clean hotel has everything you need at a reasonable price. The bed was comfortable, I enjoyed the big screen tv, and I liked that it was easy to get picked up and dropped off by Ubers in the easily accessible car park. The air conditioner can be set to stay on all night by turning off the ‘eco’ function which is great. The check in area was stocked with water, coffee pods, instant oats, and chocolate. The room came with two bottles of water, coffee, and granola bars. I loved the convencime of the in room fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. All the conveniences in a nice location with restaurants in walking distance. The only limitation is that there is not a lot of space to hang up clothes, but there are some hooks near the door and a chair in the room. Highly recommend!"

Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very friendly and helpful. They made my stay very comfortable. The property was well maintained and clean. The complimentary coffee and fruit was a nice touch. The location was also very convenient to the business meetings we had throughout the Silicon Valley area. I would recommend this hotel to others."

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

8/10 Good

"The hotel kinda smells like sushi fish.... cuz the restaurant is right at the ground floor. I could still smell it in the halls. The design/decor is nice but very plain. The shower had a floor with a weird design which won't dry that well and probably prone to mold. Overall it was fine but I would prob stay somewhere else for the price"

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Palo Alto Motels information

Number of reviews	5,904
Accommodation	17 Motels
Lowest Price	￥13,389
Highest Price	￥27,760

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Palo Alto?

Because you'll save on your room, you can make the most of what Palo Alto has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include San Francisco Bay in Palo Alto, as well as Levi's Stadium and California's Great America in the area.

What are motels like?

Motel properties often have free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the weary traveler taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.

What are the best motels in Palo Alto?

Here you'll find some of Expedia customers' favorite motels in the larger area. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto: Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Stanford University. Enjoy access to the fitness center, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North: Free WiFi and a free airport shuttle are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Central Palo Alto is 20.1 mi (32.3 km) away. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 9 mi (14.5 km) from the heart of Palo Alto. Granada Hotel Santa Clara: Central Palo Alto is 11.3 mi (18.1 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Executive Inn Hotel: 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from the heart of Palo Alto. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

How many motels will I find in Palo Alto?

Expedia has 8 low-cost motels in Palo Alto.

What things can I to do in Palo Alto?

As you're exploring the area, check out the college campus and enjoy the picturesque gardens. Visitors to Palo Alto speak highly of its shops and restaurants. Favorite places in and around Palo Alto include San Francisco Bay, Levi's Stadium, and California's Great America. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Silicon Valley, Baylands Nature Preserve, and Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and The EcoCenter.

What's the seasonal weather like in Palo Alto?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Palo Alto to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for Palo Alto is 18 inches.

What are my options for getting around Palo Alto when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Palo Alto to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is located 7.8 mi (12.5 km) away from the city center. You can also search for flights into Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 12.7 mi (20.5 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at California Ave Station or Palo Alto Station.

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Our top choices for Palo Alto motels

1. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

2. The Palo Alto Inn

3. Hotel Parmani

4. Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

5. Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto

6. Oak Motel Palo Alto

7. Redwood Creek Inn

8. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mountain View

9. Palo Alto Lodge

10. Travel Inn

11. Budget Inn Redwood City

12. Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale

13. Sequoia Inn

14. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North

15. Capri Motel

16. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South

17. LiA Hotel

18. Wittle Inn

19. WAFER 450 Hotel

20. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

Creekside Inn

Crowne Plaza Cabana, Palo Alto by IHG

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Leland Hotel Palo Alto

The Cardinal Hotel

Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

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Our top choices for Palo Alto motels

1. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

2. The Palo Alto Inn

3. Hotel Parmani

4. Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

5. Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto

6. Oak Motel Palo Alto

7. Redwood Creek Inn

8. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mountain View

9. Palo Alto Lodge

10. Travel Inn

11. Budget Inn Redwood City

12. Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale

13. Sequoia Inn

14. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North

15. Capri Motel

16. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South

17. LiA Hotel

18. Wittle Inn

19. WAFER 450 Hotel

20. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

Creekside Inn

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