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The Palo Alto Inn

3.0 star property

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A motel with a parking lot, a building with a red roof, and a large tree in the background.
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (Non Smoking 1 King Room) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
In-room business center

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $129
$111 nightly
$129 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1

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4238 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Place, San Antonio Shopping Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, San Andreas Fault Trail
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mitchell Park Dog Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (Non Smoking 1 King Room)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(74 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Non Smoking 1 Queen Room- Accessible)

A hotel room with a large bed, a red chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted mirror.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub (Non Smoking 2 Queen Room- Bathtub)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a bookshelf.

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

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

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Non Smoking 1 Queen Room)

A hotel room with a large bed, a red chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted mirror.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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 - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • San Andreas Fault Trail - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mitchell Park Dog Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Stanford University - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Levi's Stadium - 16 min drive - 10.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mendocino Farms - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Catch - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Slice House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Idly Express - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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

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

The Palo Alto Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 670 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1007 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A Very Enjoyable Stay !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alysa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is always a pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOAN

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Absolutely love the Palo Alto Inn!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Love the vibe and breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassidie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfy and clean. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, quiet, updated, comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Clean and affordable. Free snacks and emergency toothbrust and tooth paste. Nice gesture...
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to say when I’m in town for work!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Comfortable room at a good price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean private room great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff. Clean, modern room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, great customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Linden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities were nice, clean and the staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

susan

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