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The Palo Alto Inn

3.0 star property

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Reception
In-room business centre
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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4238 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Place, San Antonio Shopping Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, San Andreas Fault Trail
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Palo Alto VA Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (Non Smoking 1 King Room)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (Non Smoking 1 King Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(58 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Non Smoking 1 Queen Room- Accessible)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub (Non Smoking 2 Queen Room- Bathtub)

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub (Non Smoking 2 Queen Room- Bathtub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Non Smoking 1 Queen Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Palo Alto

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.
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What's nearby

  • San Antonio Shopping Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mitchell Park Dog Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • San Andreas Fault Trail - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Rengstorff Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio Station - 3 min drive
  • Whisman Station - 7 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boba Bliss - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Idly Express - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mendocino Farms - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Slice House - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn offers 23 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite television is provided. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and printers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this motel include concierge services, a picnic area, and a vending machine.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the motel's room service.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in 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
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

Property is also known as

The Palo Alto Inn Motel
Days Inn Stanford
Days Inn Stanford Motel
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Days Inn Stanford Area
Days Palo Alto Stanford Area
Days Stanford Area
The Palo Alto Inn Palo Alto
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The Palo Alto Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 639 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1005 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and well appointed. Great place and for a modest price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was nice and clean front desk person was super nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room clean, staff great and check in was really quick and easy. I really enjoyed and appreciated the space given here. TY
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Dane

Disliked: Amenities
Clean room and friendly staff. Beds are older and a little uncomfortable but overall a good place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great spot in Palo Alto. Beautifully renovated and all the amenities at a great price. Wonderful staff as well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Everett

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernanda

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxann

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and ready.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Francisco

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alway a clean and neat room. I enjoy staying here
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well run, super clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice amenities, comfortable room, very reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwenaelle

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025