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Our top choices for Palo Alto motels

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1. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Green Acres
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,477 reviews)
"Good place to stay for a night!"
United States
Trae
The price is P7,218
P8,351 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and surrounding tall trees.

2. The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
Palo Alto Orchards
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Helpful Front desk staff and good value"
United States
Devon
The price is P6,045
P6,982 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
The Palo Alto Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a television, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

3. Hotel Parmani

Hotel Parmani
2.0 star property
Palo Alto
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Helpful staff at this location in close proximity to Stanford campus"
United States
Peter
The price is P5,306
P6,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Hotel Parmani
A room with a wooden floor, a round mirror with a decorative frame, and a light switch on the wall.

4. Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (485 reviews)
"The staff very kindly."
United States
Richard
The price is P5,648
P6,524 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a moon in the sky.

5. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mountain View

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mountain View
3.0 star property
North Whisman
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean rooms and super close to the venue!"
United States
Ken
The price is P5,021
P5,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mountain View
A building with a parking lot and a sidewalk.

6. Oak Motel Palo Alto

Oak Motel Palo Alto
2.0 star property
Palo Alto
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Property very clean and updated paint and furniture and bedding. Breakfast quite minimal."
United States
Rich
The price is P6,151
P7,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Oak Motel Palo Alto
A patio area with outdoor seating and blue umbrellas.

7. Redwood Creek Inn

Redwood Creek Inn
2.5 star property
Roosevelt
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (700 reviews)
"Good value for the money. Breakfast was very disappointing, but you get what you pay for."
Canada
Christopher
The price is P6,830
P7,714 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Redwood Creek Inn
A well-lit room with a large window, a framed certificate on the wall, a seating area with a patterned chair, and a small table with magazines.

8. Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto

Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto
2.0 star property
Palo Alto Orchards
7.8 out of 10, Good, (659 reviews)
"Staff was very professional and helpful, room was spotless and comfortable. Housekeeping was consistent, friendly and highly efficient."
United States
Holly
The price is P6,150
P7,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a mirror.

9. Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale

Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale
2.0 star property
Sunnyvale
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place u try and see"
United States
Gabriel
The price is P5,200
P5,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a telephone, and a window with blinds.

10. Travel Inn

Travel Inn
2.5 star property
Sunnyvale
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,012 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a quick trip!"
United States
Stacy
The price is P4,745
P5,338 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Travel Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

11. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South
2.0 star property
Sunnyvale
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great spot ! Ample safe parking and walking distance to some gas station convenience stores and chain restaurants. Less than 2 miles from Caltrain station and downtown Sunnyvale. Great deal! Would be happy to stay here again!"
United States
Tomasso
The price is P4,970
P5,601 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with lamps, and artwork on the walls.

12. Budget Inn Redwood City

Budget Inn Redwood City
2.0 star property
Redwood Oaks
6.4 out of 10, (590 reviews)
"Nothing is unique in this hotel is Duty the toilet is not working and I ask the manager and them give the tool for me fixed they are very rude and the television doesn’t work and they don’t to fixed"
United States
Carlos Alexander
The price is P6,558
P7,404 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Budget Inn Redwood City
A television set on a wooden cabinet with a microwave on top.

13. Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Redwood Oaks
5.6 out of 10, (44 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. Perfect for solo trips where you need to sleep somewhere. "
United States
Carlos
The price is P7,217
P8,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Capri Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a door.

14. Sequoia Inn

Sequoia Inn
2.0 star property
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
6.8 out of 10, (745 reviews)
"Dirty towels , holes in bathroom walls, feels unsafe"
United States
diane
The price is P6,496
P7,516 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Sequoia Inn
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15. Palo Alto Lodge

Palo Alto Lodge
3.0 star property
Ventura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (25 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Frank
The price is P36,678
P42,363 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Palo Alto Lodge
A multi-story residential building with balconies, a parking area, and a sign about dog waste.

16. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North
2.0 star property
Sunnyvale
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"This location is very nice. The front desk staff is pleasant and helpful. Will stay here again."
United States
Steve
The price is P5,020
P5,657 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North
A hotel room with two beds, each with red and white bedding, a checkered floor, and framed pictures on the wall.

17. LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
San Carlos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,130 reviews)
"Great place for the night stay!"
United States
David
The price is P4,345
P5,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
LiA Hotel
A modern two-story house with a black front door, white-framed windows, and a red front porch.

18. Wittle Inn

Wittle Inn
2.5 star property
Heritage District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (312 reviews)
"We enjoyed our overnight stay. It is a comfortable room in a convenient location."
United States
Ann
The price is P7,845
P8,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Wittle Inn
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a swimming pool, and a building with a white facade.

19. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
2.0 star property
Belmont
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,700 reviews)
"Liked clean room, staff, parking"
United States
jose
The price is P5,232
P6,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
A hotel sign with the name "WAFER 450 HOTEL" and a parking lot with several cars.

20. WAFER 450 Hotel

WAFER 450 Hotel
2.0 star property
Santa Clara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (807 reviews)
"All was wonderful at the motel."
United States
marie
The price is P6,202
P7,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
WAFER 450 Hotel
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto

AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was nice and the staff was really friendly. Claudia is awesome, she’s super sweet and nice"
Priscilla 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto

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Palo Alto Motels information

Number of reviews
5,941
Accommodation
17 Motels
Lowest Price
P5,082
Highest Price
P42,363

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Palo Alto?
Because you'll save on your room, you can make the most of what Palo Alto has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include San Francisco Bay in Palo Alto, as well as Levi's Stadium and SAP Center at San Jose in the area.
What are motels like?
Motel properties often have free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the weary traveler taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.
What are the best motels in Palo Alto?
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Stanford University and Silicon Valley. Enjoy access to the fitness center, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi. The Palo Alto Inn: Free WiFi, free parking, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Stanford University and Silicon Valley.
How many motels will I find in Palo Alto?
Expedia has 8 low-cost motels in Palo Alto.
What things can I to do in Palo Alto?
As you're exploring the area, check out the college campus and enjoy the picturesque gardens. Visitors to Palo Alto speak highly of its shops and restaurants. Favorite places in and around Palo Alto include San Francisco Bay, Levi's Stadium, and SAP Center at San Jose. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Silicon Valley, Rodin Sculpture Garden, and Baylands Nature Preserve. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and The EcoCenter.
What's the seasonal weather like in Palo Alto?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Palo Alto to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for Palo Alto is 18 inches.
What are my options for getting around Palo Alto when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Palo Alto to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is located 7.8 mi (12.5 km) away from the city center. You can also search for flights into Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 12.7 mi (20.5 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at California Ave Station or Palo Alto Station.