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The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
2 stars

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

4164 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306, United States
+1 650 493 4492
From
$97
Cheapest

rate per night

8.5
Great

based on 828 reviews

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Thu 6/6
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Fri 6/7
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Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
King room
Standard room

About The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi, Breakfast, and Parking for free

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.

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Latest deals for The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Thu 6/6
Fri 6/7
Deluxe room
1 queen bed
bed type unknown
2 double beds
Standard room
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
King room
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
Queen room
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
bed type unknown
Double room
1 queen bed
2 queen beds

*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

  • Fitness center
  • 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

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
  • 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
  • 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

Services and conveniences

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

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Game room
  • Golf

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Complimentary breakfast

Outdoor

  • Grill
  • Garden

Dining

  • Breakfast in the room
  • Dining table

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

8.5
Very goodBased on 828 verified guest reviews
8.4Solo
8.4Couples
8.6Friends
8.6Families

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2.0 Poor
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.
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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Clean, good breakfast, very helpful staff
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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Nice room at an excellent rate Paid more for other places in the vicinity that were not nearly as nice as the Zen

Location

4164 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

What's nearby

  • San Antonio Shopping Center1 mi
  • Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center2.3 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
  • Hoover Tower2.6 mi
  • HP Garage2.7 mi
  • Stanford University2.7 mi
  • Nature Gallery2.7 mi
  • Arboretum Grove2.8 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 The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Low season

December

High season

January

Average price (weeknight)

$228

Average price (weekend night)

$164
Cheapest month to stay with an average 37% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 44% 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 The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

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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 December and July.
  • 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 Saturday. 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 $120, while the most expensive was $351.
  • 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.

  • Does The Zen Hotel Palo Alto offer free parking?

    Yes, The Zen Hotel Palo Alto offers free parking.

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

    The Zen Hotel Palo Alto is 11 miles from San Jose. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto is 20.4 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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Good to know

Value for money

8.7

Distance to city center

2.3 mi

Nearest Airport

San Jose

Distance to airport

11.3 mi