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Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto – Palo Alto, CA
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto – Palo Alto, CA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

Stanford Motor Inn is 2.5 mi from Stanford University. A seasonal outdoor pool is closed for the rest of the year. Guest rooms provide free WiFi and cable TV. A daily free continental breakfast is provided. Each room at the Stanford Motor Inn is furnished with a microwave and a refrigerator. A coffee machine is also provided. Served each day between 07:00 and 10:00 hours in the front desk area, the continental breakfast includes cereal, oatmeal, pastries, juice and coffee. Google headquarters is less than 15 minutes' drive from Stanford Motor Inn. Stanford Hospital is 10 minutes' drive from this motel.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • On-site dining
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room microwave
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning

Reviews

4.3 / 5
Excellent 563 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Friendly staff, easy parking. Higher quality bedding than I was expecting for this price point. Clean and well maintained.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    All the staff were really friendly and helpful. The location was quiet, and I slept well throughout the night. However, some of the facilities need to be upgraded, such as windows, power outlets, and bedding. We also didn't feel comfortable that there was a smoking area next to our room, especially with a 10-year-old boy. Overall, I think this facility is great for a single business trip or a group without kids.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Staff was friendly but hotel is old and dated. Rooms reflect that as well. Fixtures in bathrooms were loose and didn't work great.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very good

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    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.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Just used them for one night. My room was clean, quiet, and staff was friendly.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    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.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Clean room

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The pool was totally empty! The breakfast was nothing much. Room was clean and Beds were comfortable, but the noise from the fan on the heater/ac was keeping us awake all night long every time it came on it was super noisy.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Good place to stay. Not the Hilton but nice and comfortable

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Pleasant

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The room and bathroom were clean. It had everything we needed for our short stay.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very close to Stanford Hospital, good for staying if you’re from out of the area. Fair rates and kind staff

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Room was clean but small. Bedding was smelly unpleasantly. Breakfast was very simple.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Price was very competitive for the area and the location was close by where we needed to be. Older buildings and on a main busy road.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Location Nothing

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The staff was terrific. Very helpful and very kind. My only concern is the stairs to the room. I have trouble with stairs. The staff carried my bags both up and down for me. Getting up the stairs was a challenge. Good restaurants around , clean, not sure I can stay there without having to a ground floor room.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer May 2026

    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.

Frequently asked questions about Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

Does Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto offer parking?
Yes, Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto offers free parking on-site.
Does Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Palo Alto, see business hotels in Palo Alto.
Does Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto have a fitness center?
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto located, and how walkable is the area?
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto is located at 3305 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306. With a Walk Score of 75, the area is rated Very Walkable. Most errands can be completed on foot, with public transit and rideshare easily accessible.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto
  • Stanford University 1.9 mi
  • Stanford prison experiment 2.1 mi
  • Coursera 2.7 mi
  • Googleplex 2.9 mi
  • Ames Research Center 4.1 mi
  • Silicon Valley 4.8 mi
  • Avaya 8.9 mi

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