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

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

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, Filoli
    ‪12 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
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Carlos

Within a short walk of Museum of San Carlos History, San Carlos Inn is within 2 miles (3 km) of Hiller Aviation Museum. The 10 rooms at this motel include refrigerators, microwaves, and TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Burton Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Museum of San Carlos History - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Filoli - 12 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Stanford University - 14 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Levi's Stadium - 30 min drive - 21.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Highlands Sports Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min walk
  • Jamba
  • ‪Sushi Kazoku - ‬7 min walk

About this property

San Carlos Inn

San Carlos Inn features free WiFi in public areas and express check-out. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and phones. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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 elevator
  • 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 available
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

  • 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include 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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at San Carlos Inn?

San Carlos Inn offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Aug 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Carlos Inn on Aug 16, 2026 start from $120, 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.

What's there to see close to San Carlos Inn?

This motel is located in San Carlos within a short 12-minute walk of Museum of San Carlos History. You'll also find San Francisco Bay and Silicon Valley within a short drive.

Is there parking available at San Carlos Inn?

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

Does San Carlos Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, San Carlos Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at San Carlos Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at San Carlos Inn?

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

Does San Carlos Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, San Carlos Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will San Carlos Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at San Carlos Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at San Carlos Inn?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from San Carlos Inn?

The closest major airport to San Carlos Inn 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 (24-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at San Carlos Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at San Carlos Inn.

San Carlos Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 387 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 387 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 387 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 387 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 387 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jone

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

Derrall

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

8/10 Good

Christine Sunita Smith

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeenchen

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

Jeenchen

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

10/10 Excellent

KIM

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Terry

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

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

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

Apolinar

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

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, quiet, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christi

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

10/10 Excellent

KIM

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christi

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

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

8/10 Good

Christi

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christi

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Barbara A

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

10/10 Excellent

James

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

8/10 Good

Terry

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was polite. Room is "no frills" but very clean. Parking was easy and right in front of my room. Quiet, clean and comfortable for those not looking for extras.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

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

8/10 Good

Terry

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean, parking was easy and felt safe here, theres also a shopping center just around the block. Simple room had everything we needed for a comfortable overnight stay and staff was nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025