Mon 6/29
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Tue 6/30
2 guests, 1 room
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$98
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
$98
Queen room
$103
Standard room
$166
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Overview

Traveling can be stressful and when tourists come to the Palo Alto area, they are just looking for a little Zen for themselves. This is why the Zen Hotel is a great place for travelers. The name says it all! This hotel is peaceful and eco-friendly. In the Palo Alto area, it has become one of the most popular stays for travelers. It has 37 rooms, a free hot breakfast, fitness center, complementary welcome snacks, business center, free parking, laundry, and is located near Stanford University.

The rooms here are extremely comfortable and guests of the Zen Hotel will truly feel like they have found the most relaxing place in the world. The rooms feature climate control, flat screen television, mini fridge, Starbucks coffee, bottled water, work desk, plush mattress, and microwave. The mood here is calm and the rooms will help the guests of the hotel to enjoy their stay and get the stresses of life off of their minds.

With Stanford University being right around the corner, guests will find so many attractions, eateries, and shopping areas nearby. It is easy to find something to do here, but it is also very easy to just relax while guests are here. Guests who want to venture out can check out Broines Park, Monroe Mini-Park, Immersion Spa, CineArts at Palo Alto Square, and Sarah Wallis Park.

Guests of the Zen Hotel will find their inner peace after spending just a few days here. Booking is simple, but because this is such a small hotel, rooms may sell out so it is imperative to book early.

8.7
Very good rating
Based on 973 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Mon 6/29
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Tue 6/30
Double room
1 twin bed
$180
nightly with fees
King room
bed type unknown
$171
nightly with fees
Queen room
1 queen bed
$103
nightly with fees
Standard room
bed type unknown
$166
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
$98
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 Zen Hotel Palo Alto

  • Fitness center
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

Basics

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Shower chair
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Adapted bath
  • No smoking
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Higher-level toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Pants press

Things to do

  • Winery tours
  • Hiking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Game room
  • Golf

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Health and safety

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

Outdoor

  • Grill
  • Picnic area
  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Dining

  • Breakfast in the room
  • Dining table

Family friendly

  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

8.7
Very good
973 verified ratings
Wonderful
602
Very good
194
Good
87
Okay
29
Fair
30
Mediocre
15
Poor
16

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally praised the hotel for its cleanliness, convenient location near Stanford and local amenities, and decent breakfast options. The staff was often described as friendly and helpful. However, noise from adjoining rooms and outside traffic was a common complaint, as was the unexpected parking fee. Some guests noted issues with room amenities like TV malfunctions and soft beds, but overall the hotel provided good value for the price.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Location8.5 out of 10
Breakfast8 out of 10
Parking2 out of 10
Noise Level1.5 out of 10
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2.0
Poor
Adrian, Sep 2022
They did not give me a room and sent me to a different hotel. I didn’t feel like I was being treated like a paying customer and it felt more like I should had been the one charging for my presence and not the other way around.

Location

4164 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

What's nearby

  • San Antonio Shopping Center1 mi
  • Hewlett-Packard Company1.1 mi
  • PARC1.4 mi
  • Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center2.3 mi
  • Green Gables2.3 mi
  • Palo Alto Art Center2.4 mi
  • Rinconada Park2.4 mi
  • Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo2.4 mi
  • Baylands Nature Preserve2.5 mi
  • Stanford Stadium2.5 mi
  • Shoreline Park2.6 mi
  • HP Garage2.7 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

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November
February
$198
$144
Cheapest month to stay with an average 51% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 22% rise in price.
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When to book a room at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto, plan to stay on a Friday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $115, while the most expensive was $308.
  • How long should you stay at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

  • Where is The Zen Hotel Palo Alto located?

    The Zen Hotel Palo Alto is located at 4164 El Camino Real, 2.3 miles from the center of Palo Alto. San Antonio Shopping Center is the closest landmark to The Zen Hotel Palo Alto.

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

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto.

  • Does The Zen Hotel Palo Alto offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Zen Hotel Palo Alto offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Zen Hotel Palo Alto from the airport?

    The Zen Hotel Palo Alto is 11.3 miles from San Jose. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto is 20.1 miles from San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Zen Hotel Palo Alto hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto in Palo Alto and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Zen Hotel Palo Alto.

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2.3 mi
San Jose
11.3 mi