The Palo Alto Inn

3 stars
4238 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306, United States
Palo Alto, CA
+1 650 493 4222
8.8
Very good
based on 1104 reviews
1,104 reviews
Sun 08.03
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Mon 09.03
1 room, 2 guests
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₪227
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Deluxe room
₪227
King room
₪251
Queen room
₪283
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Overview

Situated in Palo Alto, The Palo Alto Inn is within a 35-minute drive of San Francisco International Airport and offers a swimming pool. It also features an express check-in and check-out feature, a 24-hour reception and a BBQ/picnic area.

A wide range of personalised services are available for guests of The Palo Alto Inn, like a ticket service and a concierge. Additionally, the multilingual staff are available to offer local information.

Rooms at the hotel are modern and offer a DVD player. They provide a private bathroom, ironing facilities and a refrigerator.

The hotel is within a half-an-hour walk of San Antonio Caltrain Station. California's Great America and Stanford University are close by.

Latest deals for The Palo Alto Inn

Sun 08.03
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Mon 09.03
Double room
No inclusions
1 twin bed
₪418
nightly with VAT
Standard room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
₪445
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
₪1,094
nightly with VAT
King room
No inclusions
1 king bed
₪251
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
₪268
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 king bed
₪295
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room
No inclusions
1 king bed
₪227
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 queen bed
₪228
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 queen bed
₪229
nightly with VAT
Queen room
No inclusions
2 queen beds
₪283
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 queen bed
₪293
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 queen bed
₪342
nightly with VAT
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including VAT but not including other taxes and fees.

Amenities at The Palo Alto Inn

  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business center
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Elevator
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible parking
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Public transport tickets
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Microwave
  • Snack bar
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Lockers
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Streaming service
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Smartphone dock

Outdoor

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Balcony

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • First-aid kit
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Safe

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Pants press
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Tumble dryer

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental
  • Cycling

Reviews of The Palo Alto Inn

8.8
Very good
1104 verified ratings
Wonderful
635
Very good
209
Good
110
Okay
54
Fair
42
Mediocre
29
Poor
25

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the cleanliness of the rooms and the good location of the hotel. However, there were significant complaints regarding the value for the price, with some guests feeling misled by the hotel's presentation. Safety concerns were also raised due to disturbances from other guests. Overall, while some found it a hidden gem, others felt it fell short of expectations, especially in terms of amenities and comfort.
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Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Value for Price3.5 out of 10
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2022
Super clean, well kept and friendly.
2.0
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Anonymous, Jun 2016
Pros (+) It was in a pretty good location since it does have a Palo Alto address and is right on El Camino Real. But, it is not right in the heart of Palo Alto near downtown or Stanford. They do offer a free b...
Cons (-) EVERYTHING! This is a total "bait and switch". The website presents a cute, quaint hotel both through the photography/logo and language that is used. It is anything but. I looked in the closet and saw...
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Location

4238 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

What's nearby

  • San Antonio Shopping Center1.1 km
  • Hewlett-Packard Company2.2 km
  • PARC2.4 km
  • Shoreline Park4.1 km
  • Green Gables4.2 km
  • Baylands Nature Preserve4.2 km
  • Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center4.3 km
  • Palo Alto Art Center4.3 km
  • Rinconada Park4.3 km
  • Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo4.5 km
  • Stanford Stadium4.6 km
  • Stanford University4.8 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at The Palo Alto Inn

  • Where is The Palo Alto Inn located?

    The Palo Alto Inn is located at 4238 El Camino Real, 4.2 km from the center of Palo Alto. San Antonio Shopping Center is the closest landmark to The Palo Alto Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Palo Alto Inn?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Palo Alto Inn.

  • Does The Palo Alto Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Palo Alto Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Palo Alto Inn from the airport?

    The Palo Alto Inn is 17.8 km from San Jose. The Palo Alto Inn is 32.8 km from San Francisco.

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Distance to airport

9.2
4.2 km
San Jose
17.8 km

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