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 1152 reviews
1,152 reviews
Thu 04.06
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Fri 05.06
2 guests, 1 room
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₪207
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Nightly total
Deluxe room
₪207
King room
₪227
Standard room
₪279
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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.

8.8
Very good rating
Based on 1,152 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Palo Alto Inn

Thu 04.06
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Fri 05.06
Standard room
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₪279
nightly with fees
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₪402
nightly with fees
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₪586
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
1 queen bed
₪207
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₪224
nightly with fees
1 king bed
₪232
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Double room
1 twin bed
₪378
nightly with fees
King room
1 king bed
₪227
nightly with fees
1 king bed
₪398
nightly with fees
Queen room
1 queen bed
₪288
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
₪321
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
₪353
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

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
1152 verified ratings
Wonderful
662
Very good
219
Good
115
Okay
55
Fair
43
Mediocre
31
Poor
27

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's cleanliness, convenient location, and friendly service. The beds were generally comfortable, and the hotel offered good value for the price. Some minor issues were noted, such as thin walls and limited breakfast options, but overall the hotel met expectations for a pleasant stay.
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Cleanliness9.5 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort8 out of 10
Value for Price7.5 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2022
Super clean, well kept and friendly.
2.0
Poor
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 bag of chips and free water (Kirkland brand) in the room. And, there is a coffee maker if you need it.
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 an old, used "Days Inn" paper cup (why has the closet not been cleaned out!!!), and it made sense. This must be a former Days Inn. The rooms are motel-style where they open into a parking lot. They f...
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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

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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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9.2
4.2 km
San Jose
17.8 km

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