Comfort Inn Palo Alto

2.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Lobby
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Cleanliness standards

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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3945 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Stanford University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Stanford Stadium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Stanford University Medical Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(31 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Palo Alto

Located in Ventura, Comfort Inn Palo Alto is within 2 miles (3 km) of sights such as San Antonio Shopping Center and Palo Alto VA Hospital. This hotel has 70 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Stanford University - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Stanford Stadium - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • California Ave Station - 3 min drive
  • Whisman Station - 9 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪State Of Mind Slice House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪So Gong Dong Tofu House - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn Palo Alto

Art Deco hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Comfort Inn Palo Alto features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations. Additional amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 300 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station

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
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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
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 smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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. 
  • 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 smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Palo Alto Stanford
Comfort Inn Palo Alto Stanford University
Comfort Inn Stanford
Comfort Inn Stanford University
Comfort Inn Stanford University Motel
Comfort Inn Stanford University Motel Palo Alto
Comfort Inn Palo Alto Stanford University Motel

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Comfort Inn Palo Alto?

Comfort Inn Palo Alto offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfort Inn Palo Alto?

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn Palo Alto on Jun 25, 2025 start from $184.49, 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 can I see near Comfort Inn Palo Alto?

This hotel is situated in Ventura, close to Shoreline Amphitheatre, Stanford Stadium, and Computer History Museum. You'll also find Stanford Shopping Center and San Antonio Shopping Center within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Comfort Inn Palo Alto?

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

Does Comfort Inn Palo Alto include a casino on the premises?

No, Comfort Inn Palo Alto doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Comfort Inn Palo Alto?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Comfort Inn Palo Alto?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Comfort Inn Palo Alto have a hot tub?

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

Does Comfort Inn Palo Alto have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Comfort Inn Palo Alto offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Comfort Inn Palo Alto allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Comfort Inn Palo Alto though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Comfort Inn Palo Alto?

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

Where is the closest airport to Comfort Inn Palo Alto?

The closest major airport to Comfort Inn Palo Alto is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 12.6 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is located 16.8 mi away (29-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Comfort Inn Palo Alto?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Comfort Inn Palo Alto.

Comfort Inn Palo Alto Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 285 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 354 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 110 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1004 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Delia

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tatiana

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alma

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kristina, Los gatos

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee A

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben, Visalia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There was a lot of construction going on other than that room was nice beds were comfortable and so were pillows
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bathtub was not clean. Paint peeling off wallpaper and worn linoleum.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
staff went well above the 5 star service rating available
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ruth

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Thanh

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nour

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Esther

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quick stop spot. Beds were comfortable and the space was clean. Staff was polite. Breakfast offered warm as well as cold options: waffle maker, scrambled eggs, sausages, taters, cereal, toast, coffee and hot water with filtered water dispenser. Shower dispensers were pretty awesome, dispensing pretty good quality shampoo and conditioner. If only they could add body wash in the shower and hand soap at the sink. Bedding and bath lineyn were crisp. Door did not seal well as it let in lots of light and noise. First floor was louder in the early morning with guest foot traffic than we would have liked but I guess expected for local commuters. We would stop here again just ask for a 2nd floor room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice property near Stanford

I come to Palo Alto once a month. My quest for a clean, comfortable, safe, relatively new, and acceptably priced accomodations near Stanford (preferably with some form of light breakfast) has repeatedly left me disappointed. Of the many I have tried, this property comes the closest to my quest .... I will return. Nicely and I am guessing recently remodeled, my room was spotless and cheery. Black out shades also made it a good sleep. Breakfast was the typical, but the eggs actually had flavor and the sausage was tasty. My one disappointment was the minimum number of outlets and absence of any USB or C. This could be resolved with updated table lamps that include outlets so it is possible that is available in some rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

I would stay here again

Easy to find, plenty of parking, and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was quite adequate and met our expectations. Bed was comfortable with nice sheets. The room is very dated and somewhat worn. Motel is in process of updating rooms. We had room towards back so it was quiet. It took 18-20 minutes easy commute to get to Stanford Hospital.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

6/10 Okay

Courtney

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alireza

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ana Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Anima

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay at Comfort Inn Palo Alto! It was kept very clean and we had a very comfortable stay. The hotel is also located near some dining options that are easily walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025