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Creekside Inn

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Stanford University
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Exterior
Property grounds
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Suite, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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3400 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Place, Nikola Tesla Statue
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Palo Alto VA Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Stanford University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬
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Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio, Tower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 King Bed | Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 427 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

  • 214 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Pool View

Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Pool View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 498 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Basic Room, Multiple Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Double Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Down comforters, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Palo Alto

Located in Barron Park, Creekside Inn is adjacent to Silicon Valley and within 2 miles (3 km) of Stanford University. This 136-room, 3.5-star hotel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Nikola Tesla Statue - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Peers Park Dog Park - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Stanford University - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • The Dish Trailhead - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Whisman Station - 9 min drive
  • California Ave Station - 20 min walk
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪State of Mind Slice House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hong Kong Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Holy Sushi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Guys - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Creekside Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, near Stanford University
At Creekside Inn, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Elevator
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 17.50 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Fitness center access
  • Health club access
  • Parking
  • Pool access

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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 cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Creekside Inn?

Creekside Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Creekside Inn?

As of Dec 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Creekside Inn on Jan 25, 2026 start from $179.0, excluding 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.

What's there to see near Creekside Inn?

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

Will I be able to park at Creekside Inn?

Yes, there is accessible parking and electric car charging available.

Does Creekside Inn include a casino on the premises?

No, Creekside Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Creekside Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Creekside Inn?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a down comforter, a rainfall showerhead, and bathrobes.

Does Creekside Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does Creekside Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Creekside Inn serves free continental breakfast each morning from its cafe.

Will Creekside Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Creekside Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does Creekside Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Creekside Inn?

The closest major airport to Creekside Inn is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 12.2 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is located 14 mi away (20-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Creekside Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Creekside Inn.

Creekside Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1088 out of 1646 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 371 out of 1646 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1646 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1646 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1646 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Arthur

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Thin walls. Easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

INGRID, Whittier

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room that it was assigned to us had a strong humidity odor like when you recently get the carpet clean. We left the door open to let the air out but it didn’t work. I called the front desk and the operator told me that he was going to call me back but, instead the handyman was there to give to the key to another room without any communication so we had to move. The room wasn’t smelly but when trying to make a cup of coffee the coffee maker didn’t work, finally one of the reasons that I booked this hotel was because it is advertised with a heated pool but it was not and when I asked the gentleman at the front desk where I could get the towels to go to the swimming pool he told me that it was better to bring the ones from my room because they didn’t have always towels there likely they did but we couldn’t use the swimming pool. List: Humidity smell room Broken coffee maker False advertisement regarding heated swimming pool.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Picturesque location, room was a bit dated but clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Trai

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is good but no elevator for heavy suitcases.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Clean and comfortable room with nice amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff,great setting!!Felt like a little resort . Loved it!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kacie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was booked in the wrong room, some glitch with an upgrade they said. My confirmation email said I booked a queen queen room but I was given a king room and when I let front desk know I needed two beds I was informed there were no rooms available with two beds. I was in town for surgery, already very stressed, Not great. Would’ve been good to at least be offered a discount. That aside, I’ve stayed here a few times and really like this place. Feel like I found a hidden gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I stayed in one of the older buildings for my second stay at Creekside. The room smelled terrible musty and a little like pet urine. The air conditioner is an older unit and was so loud.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea, Springville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. The rooms were clean. The bed was comfortable except for the sheets they were low threat and and rough. It was clear these were the least expensive sheets you could find. We went to your hotel because of friend recommended it who goes to your facility regularly due to getting a heart transplant at Stanford. He told me the price was reasonable and when I looked at the ratings it was higher than the Hilton hotel. But I leave there are a lot of people like "the princess and the pea". We don't like to sleep in rough sheets and these were rough, with little thread balls likely due to their long use. I recommend you put a little bit more $ in your sheet budget. I probably would have given it 2 but people were really nice and the grounds haf beautiful flowers. I did see a rat not a mouse going through the plants and I think that's going to be problem whenever there are lot of planters, flowering plants and bushes ,etc. So I recommend not to leave your doors open for any length of time. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Darlene, Malibu

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is pleasant, service great and cleaning excellent, but we were given a room directly across from the trash and next to the steak house. The smell when we opened our door was trash mixed with steak, which was not pleasant at all. Area is nice and again, very clean property. Just shouldn't use rooms across from the trash.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaunna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shavon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Yotam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Just ok

The hotel is nice and clean, the campus pretty peaceful. But the room itself is dated, a classic bay area 50's building feeling.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend. Rooms were very nice, large and clean. The staff was extremely friendly and helped in any way they can. Best part of it was that since we have stayed here a few times while in town they surprised us and upgraded us to the VIP room at no charge. Staying here next time in town for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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