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The Palo Alto Inn

San Jose - Silicon Valley - CA · United States

4238 El Camino RealView location

9.2/10Excellent1,002 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/109.4
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition9.0/109.0
Neighborhood8.6/108.6
Amenities8.8/108.8
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About The Palo Alto Inn

Desfrute da vista de um terraço e de um jardim e aproveite comodidades como Wi-Fi gratuito. As comodidades adicionais deste motel incluem serviços de concierge, área para piquenique e máquinas de venda automática. Faça um lanche na lanchonete/delicatessen ou aproveite o serviço de quarto do motel.

As comodidades oferecidas incluem um business center, check-out expresso e equipe multilíngue. Estacionamento grátis sem manobrista disponível no local. Sinta-se em casa em um dos 23 quartos com geladeiras e micro-ondas. O Wi-Fi gratuito mantém você conectado e a programação via satélite está disponível para o seu entretenimento.

Os banheiros privativos com chuveiro/banheira apresentam produtos de toalete de cortesia e secadores de cabelo. As comodidades incluem cofres e escrivaninhas, além de telefones com chamadas locais gratuitas. As distâncias são exibidas com precisão de 0, 1 milha e quilômetro.

Shopping Center San Antonio - 1, 5 km / 0, 9 mi - Parque Rengstorff - 2, 8 km / 1, 7 mi

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With a stay at The Palo Alto Inn in Palo Alto (Palo Alto Orchards), you'll be a 5-minute drive from Stanford University and 8 minutes from Shoreline Amphitheatre. This motel is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Stanford University Medical Center and 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Santa Clara Convention Center.

Make yourself at home in one of the 23 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls. Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 11:00 AM

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - midnight. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Optional fees
    • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
    • Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM

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

  • Spoken Language

    Hindi

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Silicon Valley 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
San Antonio Shopping Center 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
San Andreas Fault Trail 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Rengstorff Park 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Palo Alto VA Hospital 3.2 km / 2 mi
Los Altos History Museum 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Stanford University 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Stevens Creek Trail 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Stanford Stadium 5 km / 3.1 mi
Stanford Maples Pavillion 5 km / 3.1 mi
Mountain View Farmers Market 5.4 km / 3.3 mi
Shoreline Park 5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Palo Alto Art Center 5.9 km / 3.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 23
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  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift access
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
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  • Newspapers
  • Meeting room
  • Business centre
  • Children playground
  • Picnic
  • Snacks
  • Non-smoking establishment
Meal plans

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDQUADRUPLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDQUA.DX-QN

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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    QUADRUPLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room code: QUA.DX-QN

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE NON SMOKINGDOUBLE • DELUXE NON SMOKINGDBL.DX-NM

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    DOUBLE
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    DOUBLE DELUXE NON SMOKING

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    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE NON SMOKING

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    Room code: DBL.DX-NM

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  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXEDBL.DX-1

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    DOUBLE DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: DBL.DX-1

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  • DOUBLE Accessible-Queen Size BedDOUBLE • Accessible-Queen Size Bed • 1 Bedroom • 30 m²DBL.H6-QN
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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    Accessible-Queen Size Bed

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    Room amenities

    • Hairdryer
    • Housekeeping
    • Satellite TV
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Turndown service
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Safe
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    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Microwave
    • Fridge
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone

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    DOUBLE Accessible-Queen Size Bed

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    Accessible-Queen Size Bed

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.H6-QN

    Room amenities

    • Hairdryer
    • Housekeeping
    • Satellite TV
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Turndown service
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Safe
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Microwave
    • Fridge
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone

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    • Wi-fi
    • Internet access

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  • DOUBLE AccessibleDOUBLE • AccessibleDBL.H6

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    DOUBLE Accessible

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    DOUBLE
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    Accessible

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    Room code: DBL.H6

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS • 1 Bedroom • 30 m²DBL.2Q-DX
    DOUBLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDSPhoto unavailable12 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room amenities

    • Fridge
    • Housekeeping
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Satellite TV
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    • Turndown service
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    DOUBLE DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.2Q-DX

    Room amenities

    • Fridge
    • Housekeeping
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Satellite TV
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Turndown service
    • Safe
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Microwave

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Internet access
    • Wi-fi

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXEQUADRUPLE • DELUXEQUA.DX

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
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    DELUXE

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    QUADRUPLE DELUXE

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    Occupancy
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    Room type
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: QUA.DX

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE KING BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE KING BED • 1 Bedroom • 30 m²DBL.DX-KG
    DOUBLE DELUXE KING BEDPhoto unavailable14 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room amenities

    • Satellite TV
    • Desk
    • Housekeeping
    • Hairdryer
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Fridge
    • Microwave
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    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Safe
    • Turndown service
    • Toiletries

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Internet access
    • Wi-fi

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    The Palo Alto Inn

    DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

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    14 photos

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-KG

    Room amenities

    • Satellite TV
    • Desk
    • Housekeeping
    • Hairdryer
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Fridge
    • Microwave
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Centrally regulated air conditioning
    • Safe
    • Turndown service
    • Toiletries

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Internet access
    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Palo Alto Inn

9.2
Excellent
1,002 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.4 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
9.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.6 /10
Amenities
8.8 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2026
Denise
Beautiful patios and clean rooms. Perfectly located.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Aug 2026
Chris
Super clean and quiet Would stay again
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2026
Conrad
Neat clean
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
26 Jul 2026
Malee
Overall ehh, ok stay, not great. If traveling for a quick one night stay this place might do. But If looking to stay longer, probably would not recommend.
Pros: easy checkin and friendly office staff, Complementary snacks, drinks and water in room, firm bed.
Cons: room looked clean, but when looking closer and wiping, unfortunately, a bit dirty and dusty, Very loud AC unit. Coffee machine dusty from being left open for who knows how long, Beware of noises outside door, even soda dropping from soda machine and neighbors voice carrying through. Free roaming cat on property that they lets out who sits in front of doors early morning meowing for food. No breakfast or even a complementary breakfast for the price you pay and area. Location is in an inconvenient spot. No walkable restaurant, only saw a steakhouse costing an arm and leg. To find restaurants, You have to drive down the terrible stop lights and pedestrian stop lights on literally every single block. Not to mention having to do a U-turn at the forever red light. Best to turn into the The crown hotel and to the light - much faster. Recommend that hotel, they have a bar and restaurant inside. To go food for purchase.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2026
Mary
The property was nicely maintained and the young lady at front desk was genuine and helpful. She came across very sincere, not someone just checking in the next traveler reciting the same lines. She pointed out amenities in a way that made us feel like she wanted us to enjoy our stay.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2026
Johanna
It was a family trip. The room was spacious and clean. The beds were comfortable too.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2026
Lisa
Loved this boutique inn. The flowers on the grounds were so pretty. Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Nice hot shower. Definitely would stay again if in the area.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2026
Kirk
Everything was great!
Self
8/10
Excellent
17 Jul 2026
EDWARD E
AC did not work but temps where reasonable
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2026
Lisa
Very clean and comfortable room. Front desk was very personable and check in was fast!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2026
kathy
Very clean and staff were very friendly. Parking is free too.
Family
8/10
Excellent
16 Jul 2026
Barbara
Needs a fan or air conditioning. V clean, wi fi friendly room.. good tv, comfortable beds, small, ordinary layout. Price and location good.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2026
Pieter
It was great location and the staff was wonderful. Will go back again.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2026
alexander john
Easy access to everywhere we needed to go
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2026
Patrick
Clean modern comfy would go again!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2026
Gilbert
Room is very clean, staff was really friendly. I was able to check in and got my key in less than 1 minute
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2026
Patrick
Well kept older place. The attention to details was nice too see.
Great price for the area.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2026
Jerry
The property is well kept and easily accessible to the local area and regional surrounds. Staff was responsive and housekeeping kept the rooms cleaned daily.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
Gyda
Highly recommend this property, extremely affordable yet very very clean and well managed property - 5 star experience
Family
6/10
Pleasant
22 Jun 2026
Karen
The property is conveniently located and quiet. The room was small but adequate. What I appreciated most about the room was the wonderful showerhead. After a long day of travel and work the shower was a blessing!!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2026
Murugan
good
Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jun 2026
Jonathan
Clean room. On site parking. Convenient location.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2026
linda
Excellent stay at the Palo Alto Inn...clean as a whistle, fantastic location and parking, comfortable bed, polite and friendly staff...if I need to be in the area again, I'm staying here. Wonderful.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2026
Priyanka
Loved the location, convenience, friendly staff and service.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2026
Oscar
Nice
8/10
Excellent
07 Jun 2026
diane
The room was clean and very quiet. The bed was ok for one night but the pillows were very flat. For an older motel it was nice.
Partner
4/10
Poor
02 Jun 2026
Luis M
I had such a hard time with the thermostat. Was stuck on cold all nite. The tv kept stopping and starting the whole nite till I gave up trying
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2026
Andrew
Everything was 5 stars
Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2026
Mary
Clean, comfortable room, and nice bathroom. Nice restaurant within walking distance. I would stay there again.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2026
John
Comfy bed, clean property, friendly staff for a reasonable price.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2026
Divesh
Decent rate, safe area, clean room,and comfortable beds
Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2026
Kendra
Air conditioning works great. We parked our rental car right in front of our room. Very clean room, housekeeping daily, have great manager and staff. Shower pressure is amazing. And have a beautiful little patio for smoking and non smoking peoples. Very close to Horbees and Pasta market. Walking distance.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2026
Arnold
Great location
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2026
Jerry
Its a nice place felt like we were in a wooded area but we were down town.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Nathaniel
A/C affective, Parking always available
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2026
Suzanne
Beautiful landscaping, friendly and helpful staff, comfortable beds, excellent amenities.
Family
8/10
Excellent
01 May 2026
Michael
The room was clean, modern and with all of the basics. I met my husband there for his second night and he assured me that it was clean and didn't smell bad.
Well, my husband can hardly smell anything!

When I arrived and met my husband outside, his clothes had a really funny, not-good smell, like my grandparents old house. And sure enough, it was the room! Now granted, I have a very acute sense of smell, more than most.
Opening the windows to air it out helped a bit. After a while, I got used to it and was able to sleep ok. I did need to wash all of my clothing upon returning home.
It was clean, and the grounds were lovely with planters full of flowers.
And if your nose is like my husband's, you won't even notice the old-building smell!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2026
Phillip
Great place to stay. Clean and affordable. Free snacks and emergency toothbrust and tooth paste. Nice gesture...
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2026
Alysa
This is always a pleasant place to stay.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2026
Tamara
It's always a pleasure staying here the rooms and the property are clean and well kept and the staff is friendly and always accommodating to suit your needs . I highly recommend staying here. Repeat costumer .
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Paula
This place is SO much better than it needs to be. A really sweet classic motel run by people dedicated to great service. Updated, super clean, comfortable, great amenities, and very affordable.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2026
Jon
A Very Enjoyable Stay !
Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2026
Cassidie
Comfy and clean. We enjoyed our stay
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2026
Daniel
Helpful staff. Clean, modern room.
Family
8/10
Excellent
31 Mar 2026
dirk
My best exotic Marigold hotel in Palo Alto!

A well and efficient managed multi-generation family run updated older motel!
Very nice staff, clean, pleasant, everything is well thought through, beautiful flowers, everywhere, and don’t miss the magical lights illuminating at night😃 Charming!
Self
6/10
Pleasant
29 Mar 2026
Michael
Heating A/C was file.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Mar 2026
Aaron
Love the vibe and breakfast
Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2026
William
Clean, quiet, updated, comfortable bed.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2026
Carolyn
Clean room. Parking available. Convenient.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2026
Walter
An excellent place for our overnight stay on a budget. Did all of the basics well. Extra touches demonstrate a genuine concern for the traveler. A firmer mattress would have made the stay perfect. Very good restaurants nearby.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2026
Karina
Nice
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2026
Jessica
My favorite place to say when I’m in town for work!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Mar 2026
JOAN
Absolutely love the Palo Alto Inn!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2026
Jack
Yes
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Mar 2026
Stephanie
Check in and check out was very easy, the room was clean and there was free self parking. It’s very good for the price is it.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
02 Mar 2026
Serena
This was an excellent hotel for the price. We got a small room, but it was in the back so it was nice. Overall, for the price this is a great place to stay.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2026
Joseph
Excellent place and service for the price. Only recommendation would be to have towel racks installed in the bathroom.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Feb 2026
Ethan
Room was very comfortable with lots of space. If the property is ever renovated, I would like to see separation in the rest rooms.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2026
Sarah
Room was clean and well appointed. Bed was kind of hard, but not a problem to sleep on it. Took a shower in the morning which was wonderful.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
04 Feb 2026
Roee
Overall clean and quiet.
8/10
Excellent
03 Feb 2026
Shuang
free water and stacks; walking distance to restaurants; quiet neighbors; carpet not very clean.
Business
8/10
Excellent
31 Jan 2026
Linden
The facilities were nice, clean and the staff was friendly and helpful.
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2026
John
Comfortable room at a good price.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jan 2026
Rachel
Room was very clean and has a ton of great amenities. Check in was super fast and the hotel itself is in a great location.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2026
Ethan
Very nice
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2026
sarah
One night week day stay. Needed a wheelchair accessible room with easy parking which was provided. The room was spacious enough for my son’s wheelchair. Everything was clean and quiet. Person at front seat was kind and efficient. Will choose this hotel next time we travel to Palo Alto.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jan 2026
David
Ready in time. Beautiful, clean room with wonderful staff. Snacks and free water are a plus.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jan 2026
Francis
This place is a wonderful place to stay when visiting the Stanford campus. The room was clean and the staff were friendly and accommodating. We definitely will stay here again!
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
17 Jan 2026
Dominic
Clean private room great location
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2026
Robert
Good location, great customer service.
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2026
Ann
yes
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2026
Mark
Great little spot in Palo Alto. Very reasonable price, clean rooms and comfortable beds. Check in and out was very smooth. Did not have any complaints.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2026
LILY
Room is clean and smells good. Love the snack @the front desk. My highlight is there’s a real flower @the corner of the bed and the bathroom
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2026
Matthew
The best hotel I've stayed at in the Bay. Hotel was so clean, staff was very helpful, and the room was spacious with good amenities. Will be staying here again!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Jan 2026
Hongyan
room clean, staff friendly, amenities fully equipped
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2025
Kate
this was such a cute hotel. The rooms were also new and clean. The staff was amazing. I wasn’t feeling well and I requested for a late check out and the gentleman at the front desk was very sweet and accommodating. With excellent customer service comes a returning customer
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2025
Michael
The room was spotless and well appointed. Great place and for a modest price.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
23 Dec 2025
susan
room was nice and clean

front desk person was super nice.
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Dec 2025
Brian
Room clean, staff great and check in was really quick and easy. I really enjoyed and appreciated the space given here. TY
Business
8/10
Excellent
21 Dec 2025
Dane
Clean room and friendly staff. Beds are older and a little uncomfortable but overall a good place to stay.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Dec 2025
Tiffany
Great spot in Palo Alto. Beautifully renovated and all the amenities at a great price. Wonderful staff as well.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Dec 2025
Jerry
Clean and ready.
Business Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Dec 2025
Leslie
Alway a clean and neat room. I enjoy staying here
Family
2/10
Poor
02 Dec 2025
Dawn
Two nights, no hot water; 4 nights, warm water(shower). This ‘inn’ is a gloried Motel 6. Not worth the ‘discount’. Pay the extra to stay in a reputable franchise hotel.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2025
Michael
Great stay! Thanks!
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2025
Richard
Well run, super clean and friendly staff.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2025
Erin
Perfect place to stay during Stanford football. This is our second stay there and we will stay again next time our team plays against them. It's very clean and convenient.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2025
Nicole
Courteous staff and well-appointed and clean room. Heater worked perfectly, bed was really comfy, very high showerhead and very hot water, and complimentary snacks and water bottles and coffeemaker and microwave in the room. Amazing value for the price. They knew I was staying for multiple nights so they put me on the top floor to mitigate any possible noise. Would definitely stay here again. And free parking!
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2025
Bonnie
Nice amenities, comfortable room, very reasonably priced.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2025
Sergio
This is an excellent place to stay. Best deal in town. Room is clean and staff is friendly and very accommodating. Decided to book another night.
Business Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2025
Mohammed
Great service
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2025
Sarah
Courteous staff, room in fantastic condition, beautiful and very very functional decor, every small detail atteneded to that could make a stay here comfortable. Shocked at how functional and comfortable the room and furniture are.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
22 Nov 2025
Shannon
Pretty clean , nothing spectacular. Pretty uncomfortable bed but good for price & proximity for medical purposes
Business
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2025
Lisa
Clean!
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2025
Suzanne
Friendly staff. Check in was quick. The room was small but so clean and stylish. So many little extras. Comfortable bed and huge TV.
Business Partner
4/10
Poor
09 Nov 2025
Melanie
My room was not clean. Finger prints on the walls, that sort of thing. Bummer because it’s a decent motel and a good value.
Self
8/10
Excellent
07 Nov 2025
Diane
Being on the ground floor this time, we were aware throughout the night of people walking in the room above us.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Nov 2025
Carrie
The room was impeccably clean smelled fresh and staff was very nice
10/10
Exceptional
04 Nov 2025
Carrie
The room smelled clean. The bathroom was nice. The bed was comfortable.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Nov 2025
Mark M
Service is always great at the Palo Alto Inn.
Partner

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