Stanford Motor Inn
2 stars

Stanford Motor Inn

3305 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306, United States
Palo Alto, CA
See location+1 650 493 3153
From
$142
Cheapest

rate per night

7.9
Good
based on 404 reviews
404 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
$142
Standard room
$173
Double room
$175

Photos of Stanford Motor Inn

Overview

Hotel with free breakfast, near Stanford University This smoke-free hotel features coffee/tea in a common area, a 24-hour front desk, and free newspapers. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area and a vending machine. Housekeeping is available on request. Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Palo Alto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.
7.9
Good rating
Based on 404 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Stanford Motor Inn

Thu 9/18
Fri 9/19
King room
1 king bed
$142
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$159
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$164
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
$175
nightly with fees
2 double beds
$178
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$197
nightly with fees
Standard room
bed type unknown
$173
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$177
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$180
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 Stanford Motor Inn

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Shower chair
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Basics

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

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom

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

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • TV
  • DVD player

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Bedroom

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

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Dining

  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Vending machine (drinks)

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Things to do

  • Golf

Pool

  • Heated pool

Reviews of Stanford Motor Inn

7.9
Good
404 verified ratings
Wonderful
164
Very good
80
Good
80
Okay
32
Fair
22
Mediocre
12
Poor
14

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the cleanliness and friendly service of the hotel. The location was convenient, and many found the value for price to be good. However, some guests noted issues with the breakfast options and the size of the rooms, suggesting that improvements could be made in those areas.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Location8.5 out of 10
Value for Price8 out of 10
Breakfast3 out of 10
Room Size2.5 out of 10
Sort by:Most recent

Show reviews that mention

Filters

All filters

Filters

Review rating
Traveler type
Time of year

Score by provider

All reviews

8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Jun 2019
Pros (+) Great staff, attentive and friendly. The beds were comfortable. The pool was very nice with the flowering vines and the children enjoyed swimming. Very central and there were good food options close by.
Cons (-) The motel seemed busy but the guests seemed to be there just to sleep. The pool wasn’t really used the two nights we stayed except by my family and it seemed unattended, leaves in the bottom of it and dead insects floating atop it. The breakfast was very thoughtful but wasn’t really taken advantage of by most of the guests and seemed as though it had been around for awhile. The comforter had a sta...
Read more

Location

3305 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

What's nearby

  • Hewlett-Packard Company0.7 mi
  • PARC1.4 mi
  • Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center1.5 mi
  • Rinconada Park1.6 mi
  • Palo Alto Art Center1.6 mi
  • Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo1.6 mi
  • Stanford Stadium1.7 mi
  • HP Garage1.8 mi
  • Green Gables1.9 mi
  • San Antonio Shopping Center1.9 mi
  • Stanford University1.9 mi
  • St. Thomas Aquinas Church2 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

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

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Stanford Motor Inn

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

July
March
$177
$225
Cheapest month to stay with an average 24% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 55% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Stanford Motor Inn

Price per night. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
Average nightly price per month
Average nightly price

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Stanford Motor Inn

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Stanford Motor Inn, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in July and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Stanford Motor Inn, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Stanford Motor Inn was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $193, while the most expensive was $193.
  • How long should you stay at Stanford Motor Inn? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.
See more tips

FAQs when booking at Stanford Motor Inn

  • Where is Stanford Motor Inn located?

    Stanford Motor Inn is located at 3305 El Camino Real, 1.5 miles from the center of Palo Alto. Hewlett-Packard Company is the closest landmark to Stanford Motor Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Stanford Motor Inn?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Stanford Motor Inn.

  • Does Stanford Motor Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Stanford Motor Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Stanford Motor Inn offer free parking?

    Yes, Stanford Motor Inn offers free parking.

  • How far is Stanford Motor Inn from the airport?

    Stanford Motor Inn is 12.1 miles from San Jose. Stanford Motor Inn is 19.1 miles from San Francisco.

  • Does Stanford Motor Inn have a pool?

    Yes, Stanford Motor Inn has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Stanford Motor Inn hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Stanford Motor Inn 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 Stanford Motor Inn 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 Stanford Motor Inn.

See more FAQs

Nearby hotels and places to stay

3-star hotel
24% cheaperPalo Alto Lodge7.7 Good (11 reviews)0.03 miWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Coffee machine$119+
3-star hotel
33% cheaperLeland Hotel Palo Alto7.7 Good (521 reviews)0.06 miWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Coffee machine$106+
2-star hotel
41% cheaperHotel Parmani7.6 Good (577 reviews)0.11 miWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Coffee machine$92+
3-star hotel
27% cheaperCreekside Inn8.4 Excellent (1,644 reviews)0.14 miOutdoor pool, Fitness center, Bar/Lounge$114+
2-star hotel
41% cheaperHotel Parmani7.6 Good (577 reviews)0.11 miWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Coffee machine$92+
3-star hotel
33% cheaperLeland Hotel Palo Alto7.7 Good (521 reviews)0.06 miWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Coffee machine$106+
3-star hotel
31% cheaperThe Palo Alto Inn8.7 Excellent (1,051 reviews)1.21 miRoom service, Free Wi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker$108+
3-star hotel
28% cheaperThe Nest Hotel Palo Alto8.3 Excellent (696 reviews)0.45 miFitness center, Bar/Lounge, Room service$113+
3-star hotel
Homewood Suites by Hilton Palo Alto9 Excellent (258 reviews)1.38 miOutdoor pool, Fitness center, Free Wi-Fi$166+
3-star hotel
Dinah's Garden Hotel8.8 Excellent (1,066 reviews)1.28 miOutdoor pool, Restaurant, Bar/Lounge$176+
3-star hotel
31% cheaperThe Palo Alto Inn8.7 Excellent (1,051 reviews)1.21 miRoom service, Free Wi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker$108+
3-star hotel
26% cheaperThe Zen Hotel Palo Alto8.7 Excellent (874 reviews)0.88 miFitness center, Free Wi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker$115+

Good to know

Value for money

Distance to city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.1
1.5 mi
San Jose
12.1 mi

Not what you’re looking for? Find thousands of other hotels, flight deals, car rentals and package deals with KAYAK.