Name: Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
Address: 251 El Camino Real, San Carlos, California, United States of America, San Carlos, California, US
Price range: $114–$306 per night
Rating: 8.58

What guests think

At Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA, guests frequently praise clean, comfortable rooms, friendly service, and a convenient location near Caltrain, highways, and dining, with the bonus of easy, free parking and practical amenities.

Feedback on the complimentary breakfast is mixed, with several guests finding it tasty and varied while others report limited choices or hot items served lukewarm. Several reviews also mention the indoor pool being closed and occasional signs of age or minor maintenance problems. Noise experiences vary: many found rooms quiet despite the nearby train, while a few cite thin walls, upstairs footsteps, or loud AC. Overall, it suits travelers seeking practical comfort and convenience over extensive amenities.

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Facilities

Guests appreciate the ample free parking. Several note the indoor pool is closed, plus occasional facility limitations (elevator capacity, limited laundry hours, gym not 24/7) and signs of age.

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Madeleine

Jan 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Plumbing problems, roaring motorcycles, room door braced open with plastic spring when I tried to check in. Free parking was nice, breakfast standard, elevator inadequate for guests and service. Nice staff.

8

Kay

Dec 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Good location, easy parking, quiet

4

Michael

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We booked this hotel due to it advertising an indoor pool, we probably wanted to book one down the street but the indoor option sold us. The pool is NOT open and they do not give any notice when booking or even upon arrival. The breakfast was okay, very very limited options. Wouldn’t go back.

10

Martha

Aug 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was very convenient. Free parking!

4

Richard

Jun 19, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I was very disappointed the the hotel pool was closed permanently. I called two days before our reservation and they told me that the pool was open and it was being cleaned once a week not daily which I think a public pool should be. I wouldn’t have stayed there if the pool was closed

6

Amir

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Did not have public restroom

4

Ted

Jun 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Laundry needs to be open later. Average room with a FILTHY floor.

10

Ceciley

Jan 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was really nice as were the rooms. They were very clean and comfortable. Just what I needed for one night. Waffles were super yummy too!! Parking is free and easy… that’s a huge bonus!

6

Michael

Jul 27, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

This hotel gave the impression of a property being stripped of value by a private-capital firm. The out-of-service swimming pool in particular; the cheap noisy refrigerator in the room; the minimal and unappetizing offerings at breakfast bar. Staff seemed unhappy. On the plus side: good sound insulation especially from traffic and train; walkable to downtown.

10

Aquasia

May 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The hotel is of a smaller size and the rooms are inside facing the front desk which made me feel safer as a solo traveler! 24/7 coffee and complimentary snacks. The shower is great and room is very nice. The only thing that I wish was that the gym was 24 hours. Otherwise it was a wonderful experience and I will definitely be back!!

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Cleanliness

Most reviews describe rooms and common areas as very clean or spotless. A small number report lapses such as a dirty floor, pests, or hair and stains.

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10

Lonnie

Dec 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room spotless, all amenties great. No complaints here.

4

Sandra

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

We found the room to be in need of a good refresh and cleaning. Window latch coming off, security door latch loose, cover to AC controls came off in our hand. Bathroom walls were stained, bathroom door needed a cleaning and paint job, handle to toilet kept coming off. Furniture scratched and bed had an annoying squeak, Comforter under the top sheet was full of hair. Breakfast was a joke, no fresh fruit i.e., berries or bananas. No jam for toast, no yogurt and the coffee was horrible. Went out for coffee daily. Also, the cushions in the breakfast room were dirty and stained. Needless to say, we will find other accommodations on our next trip to the area, to management, try getting out from your office and inspect what you expect.

10

Chris

Dec 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Yes yes clean room

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Ted

Jun 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Laundry needs to be open later. Average room with a FILTHY floor.

10

Steven

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Yes very clean great staff awesome breakfast

10

Amber

Dec 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and spacious room. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Location was perfectly positioned near dining and highway. Will stay here again!

10

loris

Oct 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was spacious clean. I believe it was upgraded. We will definitely come back again!!! My husband and I were both very pleased with the hotel, it’s staff and is cleanliness.

4

King

Jun 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The bathroom had a roach crawling around

4

Daniel

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Standard outdated room for the price. After 2 nights I woke up with Bed Bug bites all over the backs of my legs. Very disappointed, won't be returning

10

Suzette

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It was well kept and clean. I was very comfortable there. I was not expecting the very nice breakfast that was available with alot of choices and tasted great. I would stay there again without question. The only issue we had was that the toilet seat in our room was loose and I didn't tell them about it because I didn't feel it was a big deal. Then forgot to mention it when we checked out.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious, comfortable, and quiet, with modern walk-in showers and in-room amenities like a fridge, microwave, and Keurig. Some mention thin walls, noise from neighbors, older or uncomfortable mattresses or pillows, weak water temperature/pressure, or loud AC.

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Gloria

Dec 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Modern walk in shower (looks new), whisper quiet room(which surprisingly faced Cal Train ) never heard a peep! Comfortable bed...mini fridge, Krueger coffee and microwave! Will rebook for pur next visit.

8

Rhianna

Jul 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I liked the hotel overall, however the property was very noisy, echoey, the walls are thin, we couldn’t sleep passed 7am without hearing everyone in the hotel talking and making waffles.

10

Greg

Nov 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was quiet and bed was comfortable. Hotel was kept up in good condition. The motel is next to a commuter rail line, but the trains were electrified and made very little noise. Overall a great value.

8

Stephanie

Jan 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean and comfortable. It was quiet and the bathroom was updated with a walk in shower. They use reusable containers for the shampoo, soap and lotion which I really appreciate. The only thing I didn’t care for the breakfast. Good coffee and tea but the rest of the breakfast was not so great. But I would stay there again because the rest is so good. Free parking too which is uncommon in the Bay Area.

10

Anita

Aug 29, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Very clean property. Cal Train runs right behind the property. If you are a light sleeper, consider earplugs or noise cancelling EarPods. I don’t mind the sound of it going by. Only last a few seconds do but others that are sensitive may.

8

Richard

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, mattress was comfortable, and no noise from street and blackout curtains were amazing. Pillows were not very good, and the shower water pressure was the worst part of the stay. All in all, still a good place and my wife and I would stay again.

6

Laurel

Jan 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Water did not ever get hot, bed actually had broken springs, blackout blinds falling off rail. The staff are great, but some capital upgrades are needed. Frankly disappointing.

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Frank

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The bed was miserable: worn down on the sides with a ridge in the middle. The two chairs provided, looked and felt like throwaways. Nice clean place needs to spend some money on furniture.

6

Jacqueline

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The beds are not comfortable. They need to replace the mattresses. Not a good nights rest.

4

Ge

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very old & loud air conditioner can woke you up multiple times during the night. An Old alarm also went off at 4am the morning. Can’t sleep in that hotel.

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, helpful, and efficient, with smooth check-in. A few guests experienced inconsistent responses or issues with housekeeping or management.

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Stephanie

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We always stay at The Country Inn and Suites whenever we go to San Carlos which is about 3-4 times a year. It's our favorite. The beds are comfortable, it's quiet, safe, free parking, good breakfast, coffee and tea available all the time. The staff is very accommodating and friendly. I highly recommend it!

10

ROBERT

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was a breeze, VERY nice young man from Georgia got us set up and upgraded us to a suite. Nice stay.

10

Janice

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

First impression at registration was great! Joel was extremely courteous, friendly and efficient. The room was clean with plenty of towels in bathroom (not just one per person as with most hotels). It was convenient for our purpose.

10

David

Aug 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk staff was excellent both on the phone beforehand and in person during the stay. An all around pleasant experience.

10

Helmut

Oct 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I didn’t expect this: Super nice Staff, clean, quick everything, great value over all: Lluvia and Jasmin greeted us with a big smile and answered all questions with quick and competent answers. Jose was quick to let us borrow a scale to make sure our suitcases weren’t too heavy. Best Hotel experience in years!

10

Amber

Dec 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and spacious room. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Location was perfectly positioned near dining and highway. Will stay here again!

10

Mark

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff helpful. Especially Jasmine. Cheerful and accomodating.

10

Joanne

Apr 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was friendly, clean room and premises, easy check-in and check out, and awesome breakfast. I would come back.

2

Deontae

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The stay was not the best experience the first room that I got put in had blood on the curtains so I had to go ask for a different room. The different room started out OK however through the night that was the constant smell of marijuana. At 10 in the morning while I was not fully clothed the housekeeping burst through the door two hours before checkout time. When I went to let the front desk know in the morning the woman named Lori or Laura did not seem to concern about my complaint and stated well if you would have said something in the moment we would have been able to do something she had a strong lack of compassion. Also the free breakfast was horrible but the orange juice and apple juice was pretty good

6

Gregory

Dec 27, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Had exceptionally clean rooms and rooms were in perfect condition. Not a single blemish. Downside was the manager - he definately needs some anger mangement training. My wife had asked if our room could be cleaned because it was missed. We had the do not disturb sign on and then removed it right after breakfast. The manager got extremely angry and said she was lying. An appropriate response would have simply been to say "sorry about that, here's some towels and we'll make sure to get your room tomorrow". Get some mental health help for this guy.

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Location

Location is convenient for Bay Area travel, near Caltrain, highways, and dining, and many find the area safe and walkable. A few note street darkness at night or minor train noise.

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John

May 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location was excellent for our purposes.

10

jennifer

Jul 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We started staying at this hotel 2 years ago and visit 3-4 times a year. We love how convenient the location is and the businesses close by. There are a few fast food places and a gas station. The hotel has a nice selection of drinks and snacks. The breakfast was very diverse and filling. The rooms are always clean and comfortable. The staff is very nice and helpful.

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Shawn

Oct 19, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The main street the hotel is on is quite dark at night. Would not recommend walking for food around after sundown.

10

Kimberly

May 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I was pleasantly surprised staying here after reading some reviews that weren’t too favorable. The staff was friendly, room was quiet considering being right on El Camino real. Plenty of parking, facility was clean outside and inside. Walking distance to several fast food places as well as cheese steak restaurant and a ramen place that was sadly closed. Walking distance to Cal Train station. Car wash next door which was a bonus as car needed to be washed.I would definitely stay here again if in the area.

8

Tracey

Jun 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location! Large room and quiet.

8

Kay

Dec 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Good location, easy parking, quiet

8

Gang

Jul 7, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

This hotel is located between SF airport and Palo Alto so it is very convenient to go either directions via 101. Free parking with sufficient parking spaces. Walking distance to many good dining options. The hotel is remodeled a little so it looks kind of new. The room is spacious and clean, while the mattress is not the best quality. Shower and bathroom is really nice.

10

Vilja

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

It was my 3rd stay. We love the neighborhood, shops and restaurants are within walking distance, especially car-free Laurel Streets with outdoor dining.

10

Sacora

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Hotel was great. So close to the train station that could get you from San Francisco to San Jose. Lovely Bistro down the street and the staff were very good.

10

Amber

Dec 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and spacious room. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Location was perfectly positioned near dining and highway. Will stay here again!

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Dining

Breakfast is frequently described as good with decent variety, but several reviews cite limited selection or hot items not kept warm. Overall quality is acceptable but inconsistent.

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Kenji

Sep 7, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

breakfast is free but there are only bagels, pancakes, coffee and some scramble egg/potates.

10

Kathleen

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff was very friendly, and the complimentary breakfast was really good.

8

Sanjay

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

nice place. good breakfast

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Stephanie

Sep 11, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was very nice and the bed was so comfortable! Everything was very clean and updated. We enjoy staying here whenever we come to San Carlos. The only thing that I was disappointed with was the complementary breakfast. There used to be many more choices and this time the food was cold on one of the mornings we ate there. Otherwise I highly recommend Country Inn & Suites

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Steven

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Yes very clean great staff awesome breakfast

10

Sandra

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful stay. The amenities in the room are great (ex: magnifying mirror, sink outside toilet area). Breakfast choices were varied. Location was convenient.

10

William

Jun 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice to have the included breakfast, but the quality was not good and even though the food was in supposedly heated containers, it was not even warm. Fix that and you’re top rated in my book…!!!

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Bonnie

Dec 19, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Associates very friendly and helpful. Only complaint is that the breakfast items were not hot. Ended up only having bagel and juice.

10

Bharat

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I had such a great experience during my stay here! The hotel was extremely clean and well-kept, with all the amenities I needed. The front desk staff were welcoming and kind. Breakfast was tasty with plenty of choices to start the day off right. Overall, everything exceeded my expectations, and I would definitely choose to stay here again!

8

Lynn

Apr 19, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

No more 'homemade' cookies, now a very small bag of chips. Staff very polite and friendly. Six day stay, five /bacon, one w/ sausage. All other breakfast items were the same each day, No water available at breakfast Have stayed several times, would stay again. Very quiet..

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Month	Average price
January	$137
February	$159
March	$149
April	$152
May	$158
June	$201
July	$181
August	$174
September	$149
October	$159
November	$122
December	$124

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17 $212	18 $127	19 $114
20 $114	21 $226	22	23 $263	24 $154	25 $118	26 $118
27 $127	28 $209	29 $236	30 $256

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $127	2 $118	3 $128
4 $129	5 $256	6 $245	7 $269	8 $186	9 $136	10 $147
11 $151	12 $236	13 $282	14 $282	15 $174	16 $118	17 $118
18 $128	19 $260	20 $282	21 $306	22 $136	23 $118	24 $118
25 $129	26 $163	27 $200	28 $217	29 $127	30 $118	31 $118

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