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Our top choices for Palo Alto motels

Exterior

1. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Green Acres
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,445 reviews)
"Good breakfast, helpful staff, clean rooms."
United States
Peter
The price is Rp2.113.363
Rp2.445.055 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Exterior

2. The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
Palo Alto Orchards
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean and staff were very friendly. Parking is free too."
United States
kathy
The price is Rp1.598.150
Rp1.845.863 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
The Palo Alto Inn
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

3. Hotel Parmani

Hotel Parmani
2.0 star property
Palo Alto
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"I like the location, it was a plus"
United States
Claudia
The price is Rp1.382.947
Rp1.723.256 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hotel Parmani
Interior

4. Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (466 reviews)
"A charming little spot with wonderful staff."
United States
Jake
The price is Rp1.769.823
Rp2.044.146 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
Reception

5. Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto

Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto
2.0 star property
Palo Alto Orchards
7.8 out of 10, Good, (654 reviews)
"A great little El Camino Motel, right price, good service, clean and quiet."
United States
George
The price is Rp1.859.208
Rp2.147.385 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto
Front of property

6. Oak Motel Palo Alto

Oak Motel Palo Alto
2.0 star property
Palo Alto
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Good quality price balance"
United States
Armand
The price is Rp1.575.142
Rp1.819.289 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Oak Motel Palo Alto
Courtyard

7. Redwood Creek Inn

Redwood Creek Inn
2.5 star property
Roosevelt
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (677 reviews)
"Very clean facility in a nice location. It's definitely an older motel but very well maintained. Only complaint is that our bed was much harder than we like."
United States
Melanie
The price is Rp1.964.182
Rp2.218.445 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Redwood Creek Inn
Pool

8. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mountain View

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mountain View
3.0 star property
North Whisman
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Close to family and across the street is a market with great tacos!"
United States
Kristen
The price is Rp1.515.970
Rp1.670.606 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mountain View
Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

9. Palo Alto Lodge

Palo Alto Lodge
3.0 star property
Ventura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (25 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Frank
The price is Rp3.700.539
Rp4.274.122 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Palo Alto Lodge
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

10. Travel Inn

Travel Inn
2.5 star property
Sunnyvale
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Helpful, kind, good location and near lots of restaurants!"
United States
Arturo
The price is Rp1.335.412
Rp1.502.383 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Travel Inn
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

11. Budget Inn Redwood City

Budget Inn Redwood City
2.0 star property
Redwood Oaks
6.4 out of 10, (576 reviews)
"Staff was nice, air conditioning worked and wasn’t loud. The parking was convenient and felt safe"
United States
Vashti
The price is Rp1.868.146
Rp2.109.017 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Budget Inn Redwood City
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

12. Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale

Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale
2.0 star property
Sunnyvale
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The host was very nicr"
United States
Vladimir
The price is Rp1.452.060
Rp1.651.444 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

13. Sequoia Inn

Sequoia Inn
2.0 star property
Mount Carmel
6.8 out of 10, (730 reviews)
"Good place 👍"
United States
Victor
The price is Rp1.528.483
Rp1.771.812 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Sequoia Inn
Exterior

14. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North
2.0 star property
Sunnyvale
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Convenient location"
United States
KIU
The price is Rp1.519.366
Rp1.711.969 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North
Desk, free WiFi

15. Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Redwood Oaks
5.6 out of 10, (44 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. Perfect for solo trips where you need to sleep somewhere. "
United States
Carlos
The price is Rp2.055.855
Rp2.317.932 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Capri Motel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

16. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South
2.0 star property
Sunnyvale
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Our stay was very pleasant in every way. Small room but cozy and clean."
United States
Jose H
The price is Rp1.337.021
Rp1.506.852 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

17. LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
San Carlos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,107 reviews)
"Clean rooms and hotels located in a decent area"
United States
Christopher
The price is Rp1.460.537
Rp1.708.024 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
LiA Hotel
Interior entrance

18. Wittle Inn

Wittle Inn
2.5 star property
Heritage District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (306 reviews)
"All was perfect . Thanks"
United States
Maria
The price is Rp2.234.625
Rp2.514.043 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Wittle Inn
Exterior

19. WAFER 450 Hotel

WAFER 450 Hotel
2.0 star property
Santa Clara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (754 reviews)
"Came with my family, the room is nice and clean"
United States
Alexcia
The price is Rp1.766.605
Rp2.008.481 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
WAFER 450 Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

20. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
2.0 star property
Belmont
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,667 reviews)
"Convenient location if you are traveling to that part of the valley. SF not too far either."
United States
Roman
The price is Rp1.506.975
Rp1.767.947 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

el PRADO

el PRADO

10/10 Excellent
"Nice hotel with super clean rooms. Service from staff is very good! Balcony is great! High recommend!"
Uppili 1-night trip
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el PRADO

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Palo Alto Motels information

Number of reviews
4,795
Accommodation
17 Motels
Lowest Price
Rp1.502.383
Highest Price
Rp4.274.122

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Palo Alto?
By saving on your room price, you can enjoy all that Palo Alto has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include San Francisco Bay in Palo Alto, as well as Levi's Stadium and California's Great America in the area.
What are motels like?
Motels often offer free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Motels made their debut in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the tired traveller driving along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in Palo Alto?
These are some of our customers' top motels in the larger area. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto: Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Stanford University. Enjoy access to the fitness centre, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North: Free WiFi and a free airport shuttle are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Central Palo Alto is 20.1 mi (32.3 km) away. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 9 mi (14.5 km) from the heart of Palo Alto. Granada Hotel Santa Clara: Central Palo Alto is 11.3 mi (18.1 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Executive Inn Hotel: 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from the heart of Palo Alto. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
How many motels should I expect to find in Palo Alto?
Expedia has 8 economical motels in Palo Alto.
What things can I to do in Palo Alto?
As you're exploring the area, explore the university campus and enjoy the picturesque gardens. Visitors to Palo Alto speak highly of its shops and restaurants. Favourite places in and around Palo Alto include San Francisco Bay, Levi's Stadium and California's Great America. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Silicon Valley, Baylands Nature Preserve and Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and The EcoCenter.
What's the seasonal weather like in Palo Alto?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Palo Alto to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Palo Alto is 460 mm.
What are my options for getting around Palo Alto while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Palo Alto to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is located 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.), which is 12.7 mi (20.5 km) away. To explore the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at California Ave Station or Palo Alto Station.

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