The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Art Deco motel with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

The Zen Hotel offers a peaceful stay near Stanford University in Palo Alto. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, an on-site gym, and a garden. Multilingual staff assist with luggage storage and other needs, creating a relaxed atmosphere appreciated by previous visitors.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Laundry
Housekeeping

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Tomorrow

Oct 20 - Oct 21

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

HDTV

Pillow-top bed

Blackout curtains

Fan

26 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

HDTV

Pillow-top bed

Blackout curtains

Fan

27 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchenette

Fridge

Dining table

49 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

HDTV

Pillow-top bed

Blackout curtains

Fan

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

HDTV

Pillow-top bed

Blackout curtains

Fan

22 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

HDTV

Pillow-top bed

Blackout curtains

Fan

27 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Fridge

HDTV

Pillow-top bed

Blackout curtains

Fan

28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (2 Queen Beds)

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchenette

Fridge

Dining table

64 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Non Smoking, Kitchen (3 Queen Beds)

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Fridge

Dining table

63 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds

About the area

Located in Green Acres, a neighbourhood in Palo Alto, The Zen Hotel Palo Alto is near theme parks. Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and Golfland USA are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Francisco Bay and Baylands Nature Preserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Levi's Stadium or PayPal Park. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course and golf lessons nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails.

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4164 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306

What's nearby

Palo Alto VA Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Stanford University - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Googleplex - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Stanford Stadium - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
Stanford University Medical Center - 9 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

San Antonio Station - 3 min drive
Whisman Station - 8 min drive
San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
‪State of Mind Slice House - ‬12 min walk
‪Hong Kong Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
‪4290 Bistro - ‬12 min walk
‪So Gong Dong Tofu House - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Motel near Stanford University

A free breakfast buffet, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto. Free in-room WiFi and a gym are available to all guests.

Additional perks include:

Free self-parking
Express check-out, a front desk safe and a TV in reception
Luggage storage, multilingual staff and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and location

Room features

All guest rooms at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto feature comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Heating and fans
Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
37-inch HDTVs with satellite channels
Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

Gym
TV in common areas

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area

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
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

2 floors
3 buildings
Art Deco architecture
Built in 1970
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Slippers
Towels provided

Entertainment

37-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
IPod dock

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Desk chair
Fan
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Safe
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Hotel Zen

Zen Hotel

Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Zen Palo Alto

Townhouse Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto Motel

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Zen Hotel Palo Alto pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

As of 19 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto on 24 Oct 2025 start from AU$174.65, 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 The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Zen Hotel Palo Alto located?

Located in Green Acres, this motel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Silicon Valley and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Stanford University. San Antonio Shopping Center and San Andreas Fault Trail are also within 2 miles (3 km). San Antonio Station is 28 minutes by foot.