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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(104 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

7.0 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Inspiration)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Carlos

Within a short walk of Museum of San Carlos History, LiA Hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Hiller Aviation Museum. This 34-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.

What's nearby

  • Museum of San Carlos History - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hiller Aviation Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Stanford University - 14 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 16 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Levi's Stadium - 22 min drive - 22.5 miles

Getting around

  • Millbrae Station - 23 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Kazoku - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Town - ‬7 min walk

About this property

LiA Hotel

Motel in San Carlos with free parking
Guests of LiA Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage and securing valuables. This smoke-free motel also has a vending machine.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: USD 50.00 per stay

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
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

LiA Hotel San Carlos
LiA Hotel
LiA San Carlos
LiA Hotel Motel
LiA Hotel San Carlos
LiA Hotel Motel San Carlos

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at LiA Hotel?

LiA Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to LiA Hotel?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the motel's location in San Carlos, and it's within a short 11-minute walk of Museum of San Carlos History. You'll also find San Mateo County Event Center and Fox Theatre within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at LiA Hotel?

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

Does LiA Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, LiA Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at LiA Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at LiA Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this motel include a kitchenette, premium bedding, and free Internet access.

Are there hot tubs at LiA Hotel?

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

Does LiA Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, LiA Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will LiA Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at LiA Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at LiA Hotel?

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

How far is the airport from LiA Hotel?

The closest major airport to LiA Hotel is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is within a mile. Another top airport is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is located 13 mi away (23-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at LiA Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at LiA Hotel.

LiA Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 635 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1010 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

kevin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Konstantinos

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent little gem,35 mins outside of the center of SF. Clean, very well maintained and well eqquiped. Everyone at the reception were amazing, polite and very organized. Will be coming back.Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mykyta

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a rating of 8.6 out of 10, which is considered excellent, but it didn’t quite meet my expectations. It felt old and a bit cheap. I’d give it a 6 out of 10.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduard

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

vladimir

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was fine for an older motel, better than a motel 6. The location in San Carlos is surrounded by silicon valley so you got Menlo Park is a few minutes away Palo Alto isn't far San Jose and it's really cute Little Saigon district is lots far at all. I had pho in Little Saigon and then headed to the motel and got a good night's sleep. The shower was by good temperature and water pressure and for the money it was great value. The level of service by the family of managers was just great. I arrived a little late, perhaps a little after 11:00, and they weren't cranky.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanna

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really love it
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As advertised. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is just a block away from the start of Downtown San Carlos
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was really friendly and easy to check in and out
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I made reservations and paid whole amount . When I arrived the manager of hotel said that they don’t have any available rooms. This was terrible time for me. Because I have never had the same experience. I hope the hotel. come will return my money back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shokhjakhon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had everything we needed for a quick overnight stop. If you’re a light sleeper, noise from other units might be bothersome. Recommend staying on second level so no one is above you. Clean and comfortable and felt safe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025