The most run-down motel I've ever stayed at. The dingy green carpet has to be original from the 1970's and the bed covers are equally old. I can't understand the excellent ratings on tripadvisor. Really? All experiences surely are relative. At $140 for a double, it wasn't exactly cheap and it definitely should have been better. More

I stayed here for one week while I underwent health procedures at a nearby facility. The owners were amazing! From the day I called to make my reservations a few weeks before my stay to the day I left, everything was great. They even offer a reduced rate (which you can ask for) if you let them know you are... More

Basic aging motel in the less appealing part of Palo Alto, not really very close to Stanford and University Ave. etc. I guess the price is appropriate for the area but i would consider staying in a neighboring community like mountain view. Easy to travel a few miles on the main road. Staff are fine, more an issue with physical... More

Let's face it, this isn't the Beverly Hills Hilton. The decorations, wall paintings outside and some even in the room are high kitsch at best or really tacky depending on your mood. But the place is clean, the rooms are outfitted with TV, DVD, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, iron, hair drier, and free wifi. Be warned that the free "breakfast"... More

We choose this Inn when the reservation clerk asked if we were coming to Palo Alto for Doctor appt at Stanford and were offered a reduced rate. Driving through the entry is a trip back to the days when hotels actually had a motor court. Grounds were cute, reminded me of old Italy. Walking into our room, my immediate impression... More

If you would like well-lit, well-maintained, super-staffed, easy access, under-$100 motel close to Stanford, the Stanford Motor Inn will fit the bill. My experience with telephone reservations was a delight, with the cheery desk clerk offering check-in "as early as you need." When I arrived in California and worked late at my client's, the hotel had held my room even... More

The rooms are nice and the rates are reasonable, but that's true of many small hotels. What sets the Stanford Motor Inn apart is their incredible service. I've only ever dealt with two people behind the front desk (and I've been here over 2 weeks now), and I've never had an interaction with either of them that was less than... More

With my work relocation to Palo Alto my family and I have had nothing but "exceptional" service and accommodation during our stay. The staff really go out of their way to be helpful and make everything as comfortable as possible. The rooms are very clean, the staff very professional, friendly, service prompt. Great place to stay!! More

We stayed at the motel for approximately one week. The rooms were nice and clean and the service and hospitality was absolute great. I can definitely recommend the Stanford Motor Inn. /Ken More