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The Cottages Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers enjoy a garden-view breakfast buffet before exploring Stanford University's vibrant campus life just steps from The Cottages Hotel

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Guests at The Cottages Hotel start their day with a breakfast buffet surrounded by gardens. The property offers practical amenities like free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities. The seasonal outdoor pool provides a refreshing break between visits to nearby Stanford University.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Single Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Map
1704 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA, 94027

What's nearby

  • Menlo College - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Music@Menlo - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kepler's Books - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Allied Arts Guild - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Atherton Station - 14 min walk
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Philz Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Drunken Monk - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coffeebar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Andytown Coffee Roasters - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Cottages Hotel

Hotel near Stanford University
Consider a stay at The Cottages Hotel and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a firepit and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a 24-hour business centre.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A water dispenser, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine
  • A gift shop and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 50-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from April to October

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cottages Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cottages Hotel?

As of 5 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cottages Hotel on 18 Jan 2026 start from AU$253.40, 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.

Is The Cottages Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cottages Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cottages Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Cottages Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cottages Hotel located?

Situated in Menlo Park, this hotel is steps from Silicon Valley and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Stanford University. Menlo College and Stanford Shopping Center are also within 2 miles (3 km). Atherton Station is 14 minutes by foot and Menlo Park Station is 15 minutes.

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Reviews

The Cottages Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 453 out of 488 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 488 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 488 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 488 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 488 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well run hotel with friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a gem. Very comfortable and cozy with a great staff, excellent breakfast and thoughtful amenities. And the 24-hour availability of free, quality coffee drinks is a huge bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, excellent staff, well appointed !!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy our stays here
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, meticulous, and quiet…. Throw in 24/7 coffee and free breakfast, I’ll definitely return. Way better that the 5 star resorts I’ve stayed in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about “The Cottages” is superb.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shellee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a small boutique property that is truly a luxurious hidden gem.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, cute place! Nice breakfast. Will definitely choose this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay at.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denisse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MF

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable hotel in central location. Great amenities and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel A Rossini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are like new, free breakfast is really good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDREA

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

A great stay in Menlo park CA

Breakfast was great and offered good diversification in choice. The spaces for gathering or privacy were outstanding the staff was first rate, so courteous and helpful.
A very successful weekend at The Woodside Horsepark
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is so fresh with lots of options to eat. I feel safe and its always quiet. Love to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicely appointed rooms and property. Walkable location to restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meyvi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and made me feel safe. Breakfast was good too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Amenities
One of the best places I ever have stayed for that cost. Immaculate, great breakfast , updated rooms, nice surroundings. You won’t be disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Najla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, clean, friendly staff. Easy to park and access your room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025