Palo Alto Lodge

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Stanford University

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Reception
Garden
Front of property
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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3339 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Place, Stanford University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Stanford Shopping Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Stanford University Medical Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Business Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Palo Alto

Located in Ventura within 2 miles (3 km) of Stanford University, Palo Alto Lodge is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Stanford Shopping Center. This 18-room, 3-star motel has in-room conveniences like microwaves, coffee makers, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • Stanford University - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Stanford Stadium - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Googleplex - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 8 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 8 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Whisman Station - 10 min drive
  • California Ave Station - 17 min walk
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪State of Mind Slice House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbird - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hong Kong Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Palo Alto Lodge

Motel with free parking, near Stanford University
Guests staying at Palo Alto Lodge have access to express check-out, a porter/bellhop, and a garden. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
42-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Porter/bellhop

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1949
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 17 and younger (only guests older than 17 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay and unit size

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

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
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Samsung Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Samsung Pay.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Berbeda Place Motel
Berbeda Place
Berbeda Place
Palo Alto Lodge Motel
Palo Alto Lodge Palo Alto
Palo Alto Lodge Motel Palo Alto

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Palo Alto Lodge?

Palo Alto Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Palo Alto Lodge?

This motel is situated in Ventura, just steps from Silicon Valley. You'll also find Shoreline Amphitheatre and Stanford Stadium within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Palo Alto Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Palo Alto Lodge feature a casino?

No, Palo Alto Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Palo Alto Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Palo Alto Lodge good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like Egyptian cotton sheets as well as a nature reserve and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Palo Alto Lodge have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Palo Alto Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Palo Alto Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Palo Alto Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Palo Alto Lodge.

Does Palo Alto Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

What is the closest airport to Palo Alto Lodge?

The closest major airport to Palo Alto Lodge is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 12.1 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is located 16.3 mi away (28-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Palo Alto Lodge?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Palo Alto Lodge.

Reviews

Palo Alto Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming updated property. Felt nice and comfortable. Nothing wrong.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jackie, Temple City

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taiqing

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and cozy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully updated with unique design details and one of the most pleasant hotels I’ve stayed at.   Also has a modern outdoor patio that makes it a very relaxing area.   Great place for a business stay, nice and knowledgeable staff, very clean and quiet, great location minutes from Stanford University and Cal Ave.  They are still making further improvements.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Samuel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite and safe
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Nice!

Definitely not your typical branded box chain with the same look everywhere you go. Well-maintained boutique property that has motel bones but updated rooms that are very clean, comfy, and modern. Overall a great place to rest your head after work!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best Place! I have been coming to Palo Alto for years now on business to Stanford and this is one of my favorite places to stay! Extremely clean, quiet, safe, edgy sense of mid century modern room design, nicely landscaped grounds with exotic plants (I loved the cute pelican fountain at the check-in window - that's a newbie for me). No road noise could be heard in my room in the back building except for birds chirping in the early morning hours which is a huge bonus for those business travelers who know of this hidden gem. Other hotels nearby are entirely right on El Camino and no amount of white noise/noise cancelling devises, ear buds, and insulation will solve the issue. This motel and the family who runs are both amazing! Like the saying goes, don't judge a book by it's cover!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was small but extremely clean and well-organized, including a USB port hub on the bedstand. The entrance is on a busy street but the property itself is hidden and quiet. The hotel is run by a very nice and personable family. A good value, especially for Palo Alto. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inside of the room is clean. However no clean up of trash for people who stays many days.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Cute place, nice little room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Becky

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was clean, bright and even though not very spacious it was still very comfortable. The gentleman at the front desk was very kind. I liked how through the speaker on the phone they sent a reminder to check out instead of coming to knock on the door. That feature was the best I’ve seen on any hotel as far as check out routines go. If your just passing through town and need a place to sleep comfortably then this is the spot. Very conveniently located too. HThank you Berbeda!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Bengt, Danderyd

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022