Park James

Travelers balance relaxation and adventure at Park James, where rejuvenating spa treatments complement hearty breakfasts at Oak+Violet restaurant

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Dates

January 2026

21

February 2026

Bar (on property) - Park James (Menlo Park)

Park James offers a luxurious retreat in downtown Palo Alto. Guests start with breakfast at Oak+Violet, enjoy spa treatments to rejuvenate, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. The hotel also features a 24-hour gym and fitness classes to keep visitors active.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Gym
Parking available

includes taxes & fees

23 Jan - 24 Jan

Check prices for these days

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Frette Italian bed sheets

Blackout curtains

25 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Frette Italian bed sheets

Blackout curtains

25 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Frette Italian bed sheets

Blackout curtains

25 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Frette Italian bed sheets

Blackout curtains

22 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

33 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

33 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Menlo Park, Park James is near a train station. Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and Mariners Point Golf Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit California's Great America and Stanford University Arboretum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nazareth Ice Oasis or Stanford Stadium. Visit our Menlo Park travel guide

1400 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA, 94025

What's nearby

Stanford Shopping Center
3 min drive - 1.8 km
Menlo College
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Music@Menlo
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Kepler's Books
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Allied Arts Guild
4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

Menlo Park Station
8 min walk
San Carlos, CA (SQL)
17 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's
6 min walk
Philz Coffee
7 min walk
Drunken Monk
1 min walk
Coffeebar
9 min walk
Andytown Coffee Roasters
3 min walk

About this property

Park James

Luxury hotel near Stanford University

Consider a stay at Park James and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Oak+Violet, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Fitness classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; the property also has a bar and conference space. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Other perks include:

Valet parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
Express check-in, a porter/bellboy and luggage storage
A 24-hour front desk, a front desk safe and concierge services
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff

Room features

All 61 rooms offer comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.

Extra amenities include:

Hypo-allergenic bedding, Frette Italian sheets and free cots/infant beds
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
65-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix and premium channels
Mini fridges, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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includes taxes & fees

31 Jan - 1 Feb

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Electric car charging station on site
Valet parking on site (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

Oak+Violet

Things to do

24-hour gym
Fitness classes
TV in common areas

Family friendly

In-room cot
Mini-fridge
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services

Business services

1,200 square feet of conference space
Meeting room

Outdoors

Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

1 building
4 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 2018
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Free cot
Frette Italian sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

65-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
Netflix

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Mini-fridge

More

Air conditioning
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Mobile key entry
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75, per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 75 per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Deposit: USD 100 per day

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Valet parking fee: USD 30 per night (in/out privileges)
Pet deposit: USD 75 per stay
Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Park James Hotel Menlo Park

Park James Hotel

Park James Menlo Park

Park James Hotel

Park James Menlo Park

Park James Hotel Menlo Park

Frequently asked questions

Is Park James pet-friendly?

Yes, Park James allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. There's a deposit of USD 75 per stay and a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Park James?

As of 21 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Park James on 23 Jan 2026 start from AU$307.56, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Park James?

Valet parking is available for USD 30 per night.

What time is check-in at Park James?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Park James?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Park James located?

Situated in Menlo Park, this luxury hotel is steps from Silicon Valley and within 3 mi (5 km) of Stanford University and Stanford University Medical Center. Menlo College and Stanford Shopping Center are also within 2 miles (3 km). Menlo Park Station is 8 minutes by foot and Atherton Station is 19 minutes.

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Park James Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

14 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very friendly staff. Clean spacious room. Very good food and help in the restaurant.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hammad

2 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Excellent service ‘

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

20 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Staff was excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheida

30 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very nice & friendly staff

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

8 June 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Lovely stay - pleasant decor, clean accommodations and delightful staff.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robbin

22 June 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Amazing hotel the restaurant was 5 star would absolutely recommend

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

12 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Outstanding. Great, friendly service - front desk serving as valet. Highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

William

3 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location within walking distance to good restaurants including the hotels very hip restaurant.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

20 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great convenience and location

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful, very friendly staff and good food!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

30 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lovely property and courteous staff

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzy

3 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff could not be more friendly and helpful! I love this hotel and am a repeat customer for a reason!!

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

1 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Everyone was super friendly!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Olivia

30 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice room, good food and coffee, friendly staff.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suyash

28 Feb 2025

Nice and friendly staff

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

12 Nov 2024

The bed was comfortable, the room clean and decorated nicely.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina

21 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great find

Loved this little hotel. A great find with many nice touches and really friendly staff.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

25 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

The staff was amazing! Very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend Park James hotel

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

19 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rooms are immaculate, outdoor patio is great and service was superb

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

7 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great place to stay in Menlo Park. Room was very clean and surprisingly quiet given that it is located on a busy street.staff was very friendly and helpful. Coffee was put out very early (4:30am) in the lobby which was great for those of us on EST Coast Time! Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025