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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, (1,444 reviews)
"It was great for our stay, I would recommend this hotel."
United States
Kelly
The price is HK$747
HK$865 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great spot"
United States
RuthAnn
The price is HK$570
HK$659 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Palo Alto Inn
Room

3. Hotel Parmani

Hotel Parmani
2.0 star property
Palo Alto
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"I like the location, it was a plus"
United States
Claudia
The price is HK$613
HK$763 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hotel Parmani
Front of property

4. Oak Motel Palo Alto

Oak Motel Palo Alto
2.0 star property
Palo Alto
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Everting Nice"
United States
Orlando
The price is HK$660
HK$762 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Oak Motel Palo Alto
Interior

5. Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (468 reviews)
"A charming little spot with wonderful staff."
United States
Jake
The price is HK$619
HK$715 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
Reception

6. 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, (656 reviews)
"A great little El Camino Motel, right price, good service, clean and quiet."
United States
George
The price is HK$815
HK$942 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto
Courtyard

7. Redwood Creek Inn

Redwood Creek Inn
2.5 star property
Roosevelt
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (682 reviews)
"Clean room"
United States
Angelica
The price is HK$833
HK$941 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great clean room for simple overnight stay!"
United States
Allan
The price is HK$721
HK$795 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mountain View
Room

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 HK$1,181
HK$1,364 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Palo Alto Lodge
Room

10. Budget Inn Redwood City

Budget Inn Redwood City
2.0 star property
Redwood Oaks
6.4 out of 10, (578 reviews)
"Staff was nice, air conditioning worked and wasn’t loud. The parking was convenient and felt safe"
United States
Vashti
The price is HK$819
HK$925 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Budget Inn Redwood City
Room

11. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South
2.0 star property
Sunnyvale
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Our stay was very pleasant in every way. Small room but cozy and clean."
United States
Jose H
The price is HK$586
HK$661 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South
Room

12. Travel Inn

Travel Inn
2.5 star property
Sunnyvale
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff, close to stores and quiet!"
United States
Arturo
The price is HK$564
HK$635 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Travel Inn
Room

13. Sequoia Inn

Sequoia Inn
2.0 star property
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
6.8 out of 10, (734 reviews)
"Just okay"
United States
Joseph
The price is HK$670
HK$777 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Sequoia Inn
Room

14. Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale

Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale
2.0 star property
Sunnyvale
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"I had a very pleasant stay"
United States
Marcos
The price is HK$623
HK$709 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale
Room

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 HK$901
HK$1,016 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Capri Motel
Exterior

16. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North
2.0 star property
Sunnyvale
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Convenient location"
United States
KIU
The price is HK$706
HK$795 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North
Room

17. LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
San Carlos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,117 reviews)
"Clean rooms and hotels located in a decent area"
United States
Christopher
The price is HK$663
HK$775 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
LiA Hotel
Interior entrance

18. Wittle Inn

Wittle Inn
2.5 star property
Heritage District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (310 reviews)
"It was very spacious. the staff are very helpful and friendly!"
United States
Cennuo
The price is HK$980
HK$1,102 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Wittle Inn
Exterior

19. WAFER 450 Hotel

WAFER 450 Hotel
2.0 star property
Santa Clara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (762 reviews)
"Came with my family, the room is nice and clean"
United States
Alexcia
The price is HK$737
HK$838 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
WAFER 450 Hotel
Room

20. Silicon Valley Inn

Silicon Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Belmont
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (719 reviews)
"Everything was good and clean, I personally love this place for the prices and for the easy check in process"
United States
Jason
The price is HK$948
HK$1,088 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Silicon Valley Inn
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Weeklong business trip. Very comfortable room and surprisingly quiet. The rooms are cleaned daily, which you don’t see much these days. Very convenient location and the free parking is very nice."
Stephen 6-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Creekside Inn

Find out more about Palo Alto

Palo Alto Motels information

Number of reviews
9,144
Accommodation
17 Motels
Lowest Price
HK$635
Highest Price
HK$1,364

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 5-minute drive of Stanford University and Silicon Valley. 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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