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The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

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

An outdoor patio with two wicker chairs, a round table, and a large umbrella.

A modern living room with a large window, a potted plant, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair.

A breakfast buffet with a sign listing items like kale, banana, apple, organic yogurt, and pineapple.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Laundry room
Housekeeping

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Explore the area

4164 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306

Place, Mitchell Park Dog Park
‪20 min walk‬
Place, San Antonio Shopping Center
‪3 min drive‬
Place, San Andreas Fault Trail
‪3 min drive‬
Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
‪21 min drive‬

Room options

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside lamp, a clock, and an exit sign on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Exceptional

26 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a framed picture on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Wonderful

27 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Exceptional

49 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free Wi-Fi

A hotel room with a bed, two wall-mounted lamps, a framed picture of a waterfall, and a framed picture of a hat.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Excellent

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free Wi-Fi

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Wonderful

22 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Free Wi-Fi

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Excellent

27 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
Free Wi-Fi

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Excellent

28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a plant.

Suite, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (2 Queen Beds)

Exceptional

64 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free Wi-Fi

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and red accents, a bedside table with a remote control, and a window with curtains.

Suite, Non Smoking, Kitchen (3 Queen Beds)

Wonderful

63 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Room

Sleeps 4
Free Wi-Fi

Two Queen Beds

28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

Room

Sleeps 4
Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto places you in the heart of Palo Alto, steps from Silicon Valley and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Stanford University. Highlights at this Art Deco motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Green Acres motel include Stanford Stadium and Shoreline Amphitheatre.

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What's nearby

Mitchell Park Dog Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
San Antonio Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
San Andreas Fault Trail - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
The Labyrinth At Grace - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Nikola Tesla Statue - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

San Antonio Station - 3 min drive
Whisman Station - 8 min drive
San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

Taco Bell
‪Yutori - ‬19 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
Chili's Grill & Bar
‪Pacific Catch - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness centre, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Zen Hotel Palo Alto.

This 3-star Palo Alto motel is smoke free.

37 guestrooms or units

2 levels

3 buildings

Built in 1970

Buffet breakfast (free)

Dry cleaning

Self-service laundry

Front desk (24 hours)

Express check-out

Staff members are multilingual

Storage area for luggage

Front desk safe

Garden

BBQ grill(s)

Outdoor picnic space

Newspapers in lobby (free)

Television in lobby

No smoking on site

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto offers 37 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 37-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Palo Alto motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

No on-site parking available

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

Gym
TV in common areas

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

2 floors
3 buildings
Art Deco architecture
Built in 1970
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Slippers
Towels provided

Entertainment

37-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
IPod dock

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Desk chair
Fan
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Safe
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

As of 15 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto on 30 Aug 2026 start from NZ$216, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Zen Hotel Palo Alto family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and a picnic area, it's no surprise that The Zen Hotel Palo Alto is a hit with families.

Does The Zen Hotel Palo Alto serve breakfast?

You bet, our guests love the free buffet breakfast here! Offered daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

No, The Zen Hotel Palo Alto does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

All excellent I’ll need staying again in the future

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

Verified review

6/10 Okay

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

21 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excelente hotel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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Payment types

Important information

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