Stanford Motor Inn

Friendly staff, clean atmosphere, parked at the door to my room, perfect! PET FRIENDLY TOO

Staff was excellent. Extremely helpful and friendly. Very clean non smoking room. Pricing was similar to nearby hotels that were much newer and or more recently renovated. The room layout with two doubles was a little odd with one bed partially blocking the entry to the washroom and bathroom. It is a neat little place though and it looks like they’re just trying to make the most of a facility that was built a long time ago. Which for me is ok. The parking is a little tight if you’ve got a larger vehicle. Good stay and really not too loud for being right on the edge of el Camino. Not top of the list for the price but I wouldn’t be apposed to staying again.

The room was clean and comfortable. Parking was very good. The continental breakfast was packaged pastries and coffee-machine coffee. Some fruit and fresh brewed coffee would make it much better. The staff was very friendly.

No real air conditioner, noisy, pool closed because it was unsafe for use. Explained to check-in staff that the lodging was unacceptable and we could not stay there. The staff person agreed to cancel the reservation and refund our money but over a week later, still have not received the refund. Messaged the property multiple times but no response. HORRIBLE PLACE THAT STEALS YOUR MONEY - DO NOT STAY!

Perfect parking. Extremely unhealthy breakfast. Kind of goes with the territory as a retro experience. I like it.

My stay began with the warmest welcome from the front desk staff. After I settled into my small, cramped but clean and comfortable room, I immersed myself in the warm waters of the small pool. I had a very hard time convincing myself to get out of the pool because the water was perfect. My room was away from the busy thoroughfare, so I never heard any street noise. The bed and pillows felt like sleeping on a warm cloud. The motel itself is an old facility with some recent upgrades. It is priced correctly for what it offers. I will stay again for sure!

Loved the pool. No chlorine smell and the water was the perfect temperature. Best family owned motel ever

Absolutely adorable owner and staff. Too bad the pool is not usable.

Low p[riced for a reason, but it was safe and parking was plentiful. Most rooms have larger beds but I selected the lowest rate for the room with 2 twin beds. I slept in one, and it was good enough. However, I could hear the guest snoring in the room above mine.

Office very helpful. Pool was closed for repair, got an email ahead about it.

Would stay again based on staff and cleanliness

Excellent friendly staff. Great location for Stanford medical facilities. Clean and safe. Pet friendly.

Clean rooms Great hosts at check in

The room was clean and comfortable. Parking was very good. The continental breakfast was packaged pastries and coffee-machine coffee. Some fruit and fresh brewed coffee would make it much better. The staff was very friendly.

I needed a place to stay when a conference hotel overbooked; Stanford Motor Inn was inexpensive and convenient. It’s definitely an older style of motel but the staff is exceptionally pleasant and friendly, and the rooms are clean and well-maintained.

there was poop smeared all over toilet and on handle

Staff was very friendly and helpful! Came back to a clean and neat room every night.

The staff was great. Didn’t like the rug, which was filthy. Everything connected with extension cords. Furnishings old and grubby. Bed uncomfortable.

The room was clean. The staff was very nice. I would definitely stay there again.

The staff is SO nice! The older rooms are clean and everything works fine, which makes for a comfortable stay. We will always stay at the Stanford Motor Inn when get medical care from Stanford!

Room was clean and staff was great. Bed was very firm and uncomfortable, AC took hours to cool down room in a heat wave and we were also right above a smoking section with an infant. Our door wouldn’t open unless you pulled the handle in a very specific way. Breakfast was some pastries, granola bars, oatmeal, and coffee/juice.

Tiny room massively overpriced, poorly appointed with an incredibly loud heater.

This is an old property and somewhat run down. The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable if you like a soft bed. The air conditioning was effective but noisy when it continually recycled. Fortunately it was cool enough that I could turn off the cooling function. It is okay if you are on a budget, however, I would pay a little more for a little better.

The staff was very friendly and the room was great. The bed was extremely comfortable. Also, room was very quiet. Will definitely stay there again.

Pro: Good value. Comfortable vibe without chain hotel mediocrity. Reminiscent of long family trips including the warm and friendly staff. I enjoyed the change of pace. Very convenient to Page Mill Rd area of Palo Alto. Con: Didn’t sleep all that well. Noise from El Camino Real & bed needed an upgrade.

Fan was extremely loud, TV broken, door lock broken. The front desk staff tried very hard to support, but should not have been put in that situation.

The Stanford Motor Inn is conveniently located near Stanford University. However, it is just a motel - and exactly what you expect a motel to be. Rooms all face a central parking area and pool, and every room has its own air conditioning unit. All windows have security latches which prevent them from opening more than a half inch. The room felt a bit dated. Our room had new-looking, white duvet covers on the beds. But the bottom (flat) sheet on the bed moved around when you slept, creating a lot of wrinkles (I don't like sleeping on rumpled sheets). Plus, the bottom sheet was just a bit too short, so my feet kept contacting the blanket that they placed under the bottom sheet (which was not a pleasant feeling). All of this could have been solved if they had just used a larger flat sheet for the bottom sheet. The bathroom was decent - the shower water pressure was good and the water got hot quickly. The room also had a microwave oven and refrigerator. The people in the office were pleasant, and they offer packaged pastries and granola bars in the morning. Overall, I'd say that this is a decent, budget motel. Don't expect too much and you won't be disappointed.

The bed was not comfortable, the bottom sheet didn’t reach the end of the bed. The toilet wobbled. The fan in the bathroom didn’t work. We had to ask for more clean glasses and washclothes. But, it was quiet.

A little outdate. Noise air conditioning

Nice staff, really nice actually. It’s just old and has the window heater/AC units and they are really loud. No sheets and pillows are old. You get what you pay for but again staff was awesome

Excellent friendly staff. Great location for Stanford medical facilities. Clean and safe. Pet friendly.

very friendly office staff, efficient cleaning staff and very close to Stanford Hospital, which is why we are here.

Great location. Staff were nice. But my card was charged $30 for a cup of coffee they said was complementary.

No real air conditioner, noisy, pool closed because it was unsafe for use. Explained to check-in staff that the lodging was unacceptable and we could not stay there. The staff person agreed to cancel the reservation and refund our money but over a week later, still have not received the refund. Messaged the property multiple times but no response. HORRIBLE PLACE THAT STEALS YOUR MONEY - DO NOT STAY!

Everyone was so nice and ready for anything we needed help with. Would return anytime we are in the area.

Staff was very friendly and helpful! Came back to a clean and neat room every night.

Staff service was exceptional. It was a cold night and I was getting in late, and Neil, the desk clerk, went to my assigned room and turned on the heater for me prior to arrival. This is my go-to hotel for this area.

The staff is SO nice! The older rooms are clean and everything works fine, which makes for a comfortable stay. We will always stay at the Stanford Motor Inn when get medical care from Stanford!

Super friendly staff. I stay there every time I need a place to stay. It’s clean, quit, has a microwave and a refrigerator. It meets all my needs!

I love this place. As I was checking out, I heard another guest saying the same. You should not expect a luxury hotel. It is a clean, honest hotel in the middle of one of the most expensive places on the planet. What really sets this place apart is the staff. They are so warm and friendly that it immediately sets you at ease. I cannot say enough nice things about this place. Nearly 20 years ago, when we were starting our organization at Stanford, we came here. Over the years, we have always come back. Even as we have grown, this is my favorite place to stay near Stanford. Thank you to the whole team!

Staff was so helpful. Area not so good

Excellent friendly staff. Great location for Stanford medical facilities. Clean and safe. Pet friendly.

very friendly office staff, efficient cleaning staff and very close to Stanford Hospital, which is why we are here.

Okay this is a hotel from the '60's but is in a nice and convenient location (on bus 22 route 1.5 miles to Stanford) and close to many restaurants from Thai, French, Italian, of course Mexican and more. Walkable to California Ave where many restaurants are on a closed street. Had a good time and staff very pleasant.

Just an average overpriced hotel in a sketchy neighborhood

Pro: Good value. Comfortable vibe without chain hotel mediocrity. Reminiscent of long family trips including the warm and friendly staff. I enjoyed the change of pace. Very convenient to Page Mill Rd area of Palo Alto. Con: Didn’t sleep all that well. Noise from El Camino Real & bed needed an upgrade.

Good value and convenient location. Friendly staff.

The Stanford Motor Inn is conveniently located near Stanford University. However, it is just a motel - and exactly what you expect a motel to be. Rooms all face a central parking area and pool, and every room has its own air conditioning unit. All windows have security latches which prevent them from opening more than a half inch. The room felt a bit dated. Our room had new-looking, white duvet covers on the beds. But the bottom (flat) sheet on the bed moved around when you slept, creating a lot of wrinkles (I don't like sleeping on rumpled sheets). Plus, the bottom sheet was just a bit too short, so my feet kept contacting the blanket that they placed under the bottom sheet (which was not a pleasant feeling). All of this could have been solved if they had just used a larger flat sheet for the bottom sheet. The bathroom was decent - the shower water pressure was good and the water got hot quickly. The room also had a microwave oven and refrigerator. The people in the office were pleasant, and they offer packaged pastries and granola bars in the morning. Overall, I'd say that this is a decent, budget motel. Don't expect too much and you won't be disappointed.

The hotel is a little run down but it served our purpose. Close to Stanford hospital for an overnight stay. Staff is very friendly.

Great stay in Palo Alto-close to the sights and parks of the area for family entertainment and then the concert at Stanford. For the overall cost, the property was great and quiet and we appreciated the drink service in the lobby area and free breakfast.

Room was clean and staff was great. Bed was very firm and uncomfortable, AC took hours to cool down room in a heat wave and we were also right above a smoking section with an infant. Our door wouldn’t open unless you pulled the handle in a very specific way. Breakfast was some pastries, granola bars, oatmeal, and coffee/juice.

The room was clean and comfortable. Parking was very good. The continental breakfast was packaged pastries and coffee-machine coffee. Some fruit and fresh brewed coffee would make it much better. The staff was very friendly.

Great location. Staff were nice. But my card was charged $30 for a cup of coffee they said was complementary.

Perfect parking. Extremely unhealthy breakfast. Kind of goes with the territory as a retro experience. I like it.

The location was perfect for our business. The staff were very helpful and friendly. This is a cute and comfy place with a great bed. Good value for the price. Simple breakfast provided, but close to a full breakfast restaurant. We will be returning.

It was amazing and family friendly. It was exactly what my family needed, it was really a home away from home. The staff were so friendly. We enjoyed the breakfast. The cleaning including changing of bedings were done everyday.

Great stay in Palo Alto-close to the sights and parks of the area for family entertainment and then the concert at Stanford. For the overall cost, the property was great and quiet and we appreciated the drink service in the lobby area and free breakfast.

Desk staff was very nice but in the room tub faucet ran all night, bed was rock hard. AC was loud and cycled on and off frequently, and continental breakfast wasnt attractive or worth the calories