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San Carlos Inn

Property class: 2

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A covered walkway with potted plants and a view of a street.
A motel with a parking lot, a black pickup truck, and a building with a red-tiled roof.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A reception area with a marble counter, a computer, and a plant.
A bathroom with a sink, toilet, mirror, and shower.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct

Explore the area

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1140 Morse Blvd, San Carlos, CA, 94070
  • Place, Burton Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of San Carlos History
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Stanford University
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A bedroom with a bed, two framed pictures on the wall, a bedside lamp, and a door to another room.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

A bedroom with a floral bedspread, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a round table.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

San Carlos

At San Carlos Inn you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Museum of San Carlos History and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Hiller Aviation Museum. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this San Carlos motel include San Francisco Bay and Stanford University.
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What's nearby

  • Burton Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Museum of San Carlos History - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • San Francisco Bay - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Filoli - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Stanford University - 14 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • San Carlos Station - 11 min walk
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Town - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dumpling & Dough - ‬5 min walk

About this property

San Carlos Inn

San Carlos Inn offers its guests express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This San Carlos motel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
San Carlos Inn offers 10 accommodations with air conditioning. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

This San Carlos motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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San Carlos Inn Motel
San Carlos Inn San Carlos
San Carlos Inn Motel San Carlos

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at San Carlos Inn?

San Carlos Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at San Carlos Inn?

As of 26 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Carlos Inn on 2 Oct 2026 start from NZ$183, 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 parking available at San Carlos Inn?

Yep, San Carlos Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to San Carlos Inn?

The closest beach to San Carlos Inn is Half Moon Bay State Beach (17.7 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at San Carlos Inn?

No, San Carlos Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at San Carlos Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at San Carlos Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

San Carlos Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 395 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 395 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 395 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 395 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 395 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was available and close to shops
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to rest
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
LOTS OF STORES TO GO TO PLENTY OF PARKING
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good enough for an affordable stay. Midway between SFO airport and Palo Alto where Stanford U located. Very convenient with lots of shops around such as Trader Joe. I will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick check in; good room that has everything essential.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms economical stay on-site parking mini fridge microwave amenities friendly very friendly staff quiet evenings local local business nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in, big spacious room, good location, friendly staff, really goood price !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Near railroad tracks, and big dumpsters, resulting in big noises, which were especially disruptive in the early morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking very convenient. Staff friendly. Heater/air conditioning worked well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, quiet, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was good. Air was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good amenities, great location. Great price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old school little quite place great staff and location cant be beat
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a small place and the furniture looked a little dated. But it was quite and next to some nice shopping areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, courteous staff, great location. Nice amenities. Great low price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would not stay here. The towels and sheets were not clean. I could not get my room changed because no one was answering at the front desk. Even for a budget motel this bad.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location, amenities. Good for low price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I go their often ! its like home . I travel 80 miles for 40hrs work . So happy san carlos inn and their caretakers are there , when i shelter . Love them . local business , near downtown amenities , on site parking , rooms street level two bed rooms if required , apr 20, 2026
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, accommodating staff, great location. I stayed for over a month looking for an apartment. I was very comfortable. I would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Small but comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and owner was curteous.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Clean neat room. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025