Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

Hotel with free breakfast, near Stanford University

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto offers a convenient location near Stanford University with genuine hospitality. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, an outdoor pool in warmer months, and reliable in-room WiFi. Previous visitors consistently praise the helpful, attentive staff.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Parking included
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Tomorrow

Oct 2 - Oct 3

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Double Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

LCD TV

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

LCD TV

2 bedrooms

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Ventura, a neighborhood in Palo Alto, Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto is near the airport and near a train station. San Francisco Bay and Baylands Nature Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include California's Great America and Stanford University Arboretum. Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and NASA Ames Visitor Center are also worth visiting.

Visit our Palo Alto travel guide

3305 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306

What's nearby

Stanford University - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Palo Alto VA Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Stanford Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
Stanford Shopping Center - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
Stanford University Medical Center - 7 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

Whisman Station - 10 min drive
California Ave Station - 18 min walk
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
‪Starbird - ‬11 min walk
‪State of Mind Slice House - ‬9 min walk
‪Fambrini's Cafe - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto

Hotel near Stanford University

Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto provides free continental breakfast and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

You'll also enjoy perks such as:

Free self parking
Luggage storage, free newspapers, and coffee/tea in the lobby
A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff

Room features

All guestrooms at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto offer perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.

Extra amenities include:

Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
-32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

Similar properties

Pool
Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

P8,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

DVD player
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

Picnic area

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

-32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
DVD player

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Microwave
Refrigerator

Air conditioning
Desk
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 40.00 per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Pet deposit: USD 40.00 per stay
Pet fee: USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 40.00 per stay and a fee of USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto located?

Located in Ventura, this hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Stanford University and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Stanford University Medical Center. Stanford Stadium and Stanford Maples Pavillion are also within 2 mi (3 km). California Ave Station is 18 minutes by foot.