Oak Motel Palo Alto

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Silicon Valley

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Front of property
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior entrance

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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4279 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Place, San Antonio Shopping Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, San Andreas Fault Trail
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Palo Alto VA Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Palo Alto

Oak Motel Palo Alto places you next to Silicon Valley and within a few miles (5 km) of other popular attractions like Stanford University. This 42-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • San Antonio Shopping Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rengstorff Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • DVBIC Palo Alto - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • San Andreas Fault Trail - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Antonio Station - 2 min drive
  • Whisman Station - 7 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boba Bliss - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Idly Express - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Catch - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪4290 Bistro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Salsa - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Oak Motel Palo Alto

Motel with free parking, steps from Silicon Valley
Guests of Oak Motel Palo Alto enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-out. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations. This motel also has laundry facilities.
Guests can enjoy TVs and stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 1 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Oak Motel Palo Alto?

Oak Motel Palo Alto provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Oak Motel Palo Alto?

As of Dec 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oak Motel Palo Alto on Dec 22, 2025 start from $77.49, 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 do within easy reach of Oak Motel Palo Alto?

This motel is located in Palo Alto, just steps from Silicon Valley. You'll also find Stanford Stadium and Computer History Museum within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Oak Motel Palo Alto?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Oak Motel Palo Alto include a casino?

No, Oak Motel Palo Alto doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Oak Motel Palo Alto?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Oak Motel Palo Alto?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as an outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Oak Motel Palo Alto?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Oak Motel Palo Alto have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Oak Motel Palo Alto offers breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Oak Motel Palo Alto allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Oak Motel Palo Alto.

Are there connecting rooms at Oak Motel Palo Alto?

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

How close is the airport from Oak Motel Palo Alto?

The closest major airport to Oak Motel Palo Alto is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 13.5 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is located 13.8 mi away (26-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Oak Motel Palo Alto?

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