Top Motels in Palo Alto in 2026

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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. The Palo Alto Inn : Free WiFi, free parking and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Stanford University and Silicon Valley.

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A landscaped garden with a palm tree, bamboo fence, and a small shrub.

1. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Green Acres

Klaus

฿3,714 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and surrounding tall trees.

2. The Palo Alto Inn

Palo Alto Orchards

Rafael

฿2,985 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a television, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

3. Hotel Parmani

Palo Alto

Cristyn

฿3,504 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A room with a wooden floor, a round mirror with a decorative frame, and a light switch on the wall.

4. Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Ventura

Hunter

฿3,285 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A parking area with a tree in bloom, a yellow car, and a building in the background.

5. Oak Motel Palo Alto

Palo Alto

violet

฿3,291 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A well-lit room with a large window, a framed certificate on the wall, a seating area with a patterned chair, and a small table with magazines.

6. Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto

Palo Alto Orchards

Holly

฿3,788 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

7. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South

Sunnyvale

Tomasso

฿2,821 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Dec - 5 Dec

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a telephone, and a window with blinds.

8. Travel Inn

Sunnyvale

Stacy

฿2,778 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

A building with a large tree in front, a mailbox, and a well-maintained garden with flowers.

9. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mountain View

North Whisman

Athindran

฿3,245 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A patio area with outdoor seating and blue umbrellas.

10. Redwood Creek Inn

Roosevelt

Eva

฿4,113 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with lamps, and artwork on the walls.

11. Budget Inn Redwood City

Redwood Oaks

Leoni

฿4,306 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A television set on a wooden cabinet with a microwave on top.

12. Capri Motel

Redwood Oaks

Carlos

฿4,339 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a mirror.

13. Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale

Sunnyvale

Vladimir

฿2,870 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a door.

14. Sequoia Inn

Oak Knoll - Redwood Park

Ruth

฿4,008 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a dining area, a TV, and a window with curtains.

15. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North

Sunnyvale

Steve

฿3,205 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A room with two leather chairs, a small table with jars, and a window with a view of the street.

16. LiA Hotel

San Carlos

Joy

฿3,087 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a swimming pool, and a building with a white facade.

17. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Belmont

Marcos

฿3,298 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A hotel sign with the name "WAFER 450 HOTEL" and a parking lot with several cars.

18. WAFER 450 Hotel

Santa Clara

Tanvir

฿3,760 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern two-story house with a black front door, white-framed windows, and a red front porch.

19. Wittle Inn

Heritage District

Ann

฿4,706 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

20. Silicon Valley Inn

Belmont

Alejandro

฿4,647 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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Learn more about Palo Alto

Silicon Valley's heart offers visitors the chance to tour Stanford's iconic campus and stroll University Avenue's tech-inspired shops. Bike the flat, tree-lined areas where garage startups became tech giants, then hike the rolling hills of Foothills Park when you need a break.

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A university campus with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and buildings with red-tiled roofs.

Top reviews in Palo Alto

The Palo Alto Inn

Palo Alto Orchards

10/10 Excellent

alexander john

Redwood Creek Inn

Roosevelt

10/10 Excellent

Was here visiting San Fran for two nights. That good we stayed a third night. Reception sorted it and we even kept the same room. Very spacious rooms, extremely comfy bed and great parking facilities. Air conditioning unit worked a charm. Breakfast in the morning was touch and go, starts at 6am and finishes at 9:30am but the reception guy usually kept it open a bit longer. Pastries, waffles, toast and cereal. Coffee and juice. Usually empty by the time we got in at 9am, again reception...

Kerry

Hotel Parmani

Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto

Palo Alto Orchards

8/10 Good

Sue

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mountain View

North Whisman

10/10 Excellent

We stayed here as we were going to a concert at the amphitheatre. The room was clean and spacious, the bed wasn't the comfiest & the room was a little dated, which we expected from the advertisement pictures and the low cost. The surrounding area was nice and it was close to the concert we were going to. Breakfast was nice, my only grumble is that it finished at 10am despite check out being 11am. The pool looked clean, although we didn’t use it. Staff were friendly - they let me have a postcard...

Emily

A multi-story building with balconies, a staircase, and potted plants.

Convention Center Inn and Suites

Downtown San Jose

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Frequently Asked Questions

How many motels should I expect to find in Palo Alto?

Expedia has 8 economical motels in Palo Alto.

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?

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. The Palo Alto Inn: Free WiFi, free parking and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Stanford University and Silicon Valley.

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, Rodin Sculpture Garden and Baylands Nature Preserve. 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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Our top choices for Palo Alto motels

1. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

2. The Palo Alto Inn

3. Hotel Parmani

4. Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

5. Oak Motel Palo Alto

6. Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto

7. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South

8. Travel Inn

9. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mountain View

10. Redwood Creek Inn

11. Budget Inn Redwood City

12. Capri Motel

13. Vagabond Inn Sunnyvale

14. Sequoia Inn

15. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North

16. LiA Hotel

17. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

18. WAFER 450 Hotel

19. Wittle Inn

20. Silicon Valley Inn

Learn more about Palo Alto

Top reviews in Palo Alto

The Palo Alto Inn

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

How many motels should I expect to find in Palo Alto?

What can I expect from a motel trip to Palo Alto?

What are motels like?

What are the best motels in Palo Alto?

What things can I to do in Palo Alto?

What's the seasonal weather like in Palo Alto?

What are my options for getting around Palo Alto while staying in a motel?