"The motel seemed overpriced, but it was clean and convenient to Stanford. The room door didn't close all the way, and the bathroom door stuck. The sink drained slowly, and the water pressure in the shower was poor.2018-11-16"
"Good rates. The environment was quiet and peaceful, and the staff was friendly. I highly recommend this motel.2023-06-12"
"Our motel room was cut off by a strange foyer entrance. The carpet was worn and dirty. We noticed many areas of the building with wear and tear. Consider other options.2023-02-13"
"The room was comfortable and quiet, but the faucet ball was loose and there was mold in the shower. The motel clerk was cold but efficient. Breakfast was mediocre. Don't expect too much.2022-06-05"
"The room was clean, the staff was friendly, and breakfast was great. Don't hesitate to stay at this motel.2023-12-06"
"The motel room was nice and comfortable, and the bathroom accommodated my wheelchair. Good shower. I plan to stay here again.2020-10-11"
"The hotel was clean, and I loved the Asian feel and the attention to detail. The room was quiet and peacefully decorated. Breakfast was outstanding. Stay here.2019-04-07"
"Great location. I didn't like the lack of privacy in the bathroom since there was a curtain instead of a door. I could hear conversations from neighboring rooms and dance music from a late-night club. The free afternoon wine was nice, and the complimentary breakfast exceeded my expectations. Bring ear plugs to this hotel.2017-08-12"
"I loved this hotel. Great location, great price, and nice personnel. Stay here.2015-09-23"
"The hotel and room were nice and clean. Great place to stay.2020-06-25"
"Worth the price. The hotel room had a nice king bed, a sofa bed, and a kitchen. I just loved it. Awesome complimentary breakfast with a variety of choices. The pool was amazing and clean. Free parking, too. We'll definitely come back.2016-09-08"
"The hotel was nice, clean, and out of the way in a quiet area. The restaurant was convenient and good. We'd stay again and recommend it.2017-11-11"
"An older but comfortable hotel. Clean room with a comfortable bed, and the grounds were nice. The employees were friendly and helpful. I'd stay here again.2017-11-01"
"The staff was helpful, and the restaurant was fantastic. Stay at this hotel; you'll love it.2023-05-22"
"The hotel staff was excellent. All my requests were handled quickly and efficiently. I liked the noon checkout time.2021-05-31"
"Convenient to Caltrain and the shuttle bus to the medical school. Close to downtown. My room was a bit dark. The hotel clerks and restaurant workers were really helpful and pleasant. No shuttle to the airport.2018-08-27"
One of the biggest attractions in the city is the Stanford Shopping Center Mall near downtown Palo Alto.
Palo Alto hotels are along CA 82, El Camino Real, and clustered downtown, near Stanford University, and Stanford Research Park. The Four Seasons Hotel is near US 101, Exit 403 and the Palo Alto Airport.
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How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot – because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
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The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.
