The Palo Alto Inn

Palo Alto motel in entertainment district

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November 2025

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December 2025

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (Non Smoking 1 King Room) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Located close to Stanford University, The Palo Alto Inn offers a warm retreat with a garden and laundry facilities. Connect to in-room WiFi, grab a snack at the deli, or take advantage of multilingual staff assistance. Guests rave about the overall value and helpful staff.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Room service
Business center
Terrace
Coffee/tea in a common area
Garden
Front-desk safe
Snack bar/deli
Vending machine
Meeting room
Multilingual staff
Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Microwave
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
Terrace

$85 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 14 - Nov 15

Tomorrow

Nov 15 - Nov 16

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

TV

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Microwave

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

TV

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Microwave

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

TV

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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Free breakfast
Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$106 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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About the neighborhood

4238 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306

What's nearby

Palo Alto VA Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
Stanford University - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
Googleplex - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
Shoreline Amphitheatre - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
Stanford University Medical Center - 11 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 18 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 18 min drive
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 30 min drive
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 57 min drive
California Ave Station - 5 min drive
Atherton Station - 12 min drive
San Antonio Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

‪Idly Express - ‬15 min walk
‪4290 Bistro - ‬5 min walk
‪La Salsa - ‬13 min walk
‪So Gong Dong Tofu House - ‬9 min walk
‪Teaspoon - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Palo Alto Inn

At The Palo Alto Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Stanford University and Silicon Valley. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and overall value.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 23 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Contactless check-in available
- Express check-out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless 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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

- Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

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

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service
Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)

What to do

Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

Business center
Meeting room

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Multilingual staff

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace

Accessibility

Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

42-inch TV
Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Laundry detergent

Sleep well

Turndown service
Premium bedding

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Free local calls
Printer
Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave
Free bottled water

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-in between noon and 2:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Palo Alto Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Palo Alto Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Palo Alto Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Palo Alto Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Palo Alto Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Palo Alto Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Casino M8trix (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Palo Alto Inn and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around The Palo Alto Inn like?

The Palo Alto Inn is a short 1-minute walk from Silicon Valley and 18 minutes' walk from San Antonio Shopping Center. Travelers give top marks for the motel's prime location.