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18 Sept - 20 Sept
In two weeks
25 Sept - 27 Sept
In one month
9 Oct - 11 Oct
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6 Nov - 8 Nov

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, (1,460 reviews)
"It was great for our stay, I would recommend this hotel."
United States
Kelly
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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, (1,003 reviews)
"Great spot"
United States
RuthAnn
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
The Palo Alto Inn
Room

3. Hotel Parmani

Hotel Parmani
2.0 star property
Palo Alto
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I like the location, it was a plus"
United States
Claudia
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great"
United States
Maritchel
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Oak Motel Palo Alto
Reception

5. 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 AU$168
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto
Interior

6. Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (471 reviews)
"A charming little spot with wonderful staff."
United States
Jake
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
Courtyard

7. Redwood Creek Inn

Redwood Creek Inn
2.5 star property
Roosevelt
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (687 reviews)
"nice"
Canada
Abhinav
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Redwood Creek Inn
Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8. 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 AU$324
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Palo Alto Lodge
Pool

9. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great clean room for simple overnight stay!"
United States
Allan
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mountain View
Room, 1 King Bed

10. Travel Inn

Travel Inn
2.5 star property
Sunnyvale
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Good location"
Canada
George
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Travel Inn
Exterior

11. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North
2.0 star property
Sunnyvale
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"One of the few Motel 6 that are awesome, clean good looking rooms"
United States
Cruz
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North
Room

12. Budget Inn Redwood City

Budget Inn Redwood City
2.0 star property
Redwood Oaks
6.4 out of 10, (582 reviews)
"Staff was nice, air conditioning worked and wasn’t loud. The parking was convenient and felt safe"
United States
Vashti
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Budget Inn Redwood City
Room

13. 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 AU$181
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Capri Motel
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

14. Sequoia Inn

Sequoia Inn
2.0 star property
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
6.8 out of 10, (738 reviews)
"Just okay"
United States
Joseph
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Sequoia Inn
Room

15. 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 AU$125
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale
Room

16. 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 AU$130
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South
Room

17. LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
San Carlos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,121 reviews)
"Great place for the night stay!"
United States
David
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
LiA Hotel
Interior entrance

18. Wittle Inn

Wittle Inn
2.5 star property
Heritage District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (311 reviews)
"It was very spacious. the staff are very helpful and friendly!"
United States
Cennuo
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Wittle Inn
Exterior

19. WAFER 450 Hotel

WAFER 450 Hotel
2.0 star property
Santa Clara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (776 reviews)
"Room was very nice"
United States
Matt
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
WAFER 450 Hotel
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

20. Sterling Inn

Sterling Inn
2.0 star property
Santa Clara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"Very plesant stay"
United States
Camila
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Sterling Inn
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

8/10 Good
"Clean room. Nice breakfast. Great outdoor space!"
Jill 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

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Palo Alto Motels information

Number of reviews
3,193
Accommodation
17 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$113
Highest Price
AU$324

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 SAP Center at San Jose 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. Sterling Inn: 13.3 mi (21.5 km) from the heart of Palo Alto. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, 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 SAP Center at San Jose. 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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