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Oak Motel Palo Alto

Property class: 2

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A building with a parking lot and a sidewalk.
A residential swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a concrete deck.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and storage containers on a white countertop.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a microwave, and a small cabinet.
A motel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a parking lot with a handicapped parking space.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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4279 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Place, Silicon Valley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, San Antonio Shopping Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, San Andreas Fault Trail
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a microwave, and a small cabinet.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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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 free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Silicon Valley - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • San Antonio Shopping Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • San Andreas Fault Trail - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Mitchell Park Dog Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Stanford University - 6 min drive - 2.9 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

  • ‪Pacific Catch - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mendocino Farms - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Slice House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Boba Bliss - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Oak Motel Palo Alto

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available on weekends 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • 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

Oak Motel
Oak Motel Palo Alto
Oak Palo Alto
The Oak Motel Palo Alto Hotel Palo Alto
Oak Motel Palo Alto Motel
Oak Motel Palo Alto Palo Alto
Oak Motel Palo Alto Motel Palo Alto

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 Oct 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oak Motel Palo Alto on Oct 18, 2026 start from $114, 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 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 Shoreline Amphitheatre and Stanford Stadium 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. Wheelchair-accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available.

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.

Is Oak Motel Palo Alto a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like free wired internet as well as an outdoor pool and free breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Oak Motel Palo Alto?

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

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

Oak Motel Palo Alto offers free continental breakfast on weekend mornings 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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Oak Motel Palo Alto?

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

Oak Motel Palo Alto Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 219 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 134 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 108 out of 1000 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay, very tidy, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
best
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cheap place to stay. Very clean and nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

This is a modest motel with some odd inconsistencies room to room. Whatever, the big plus of Oak Motel is its location location location. Nice little swimming pool too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It’s an old building, but clean and very comfortable. I always stay there when I go to the Bay Area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a convenient place to stay and best when the rates are under $90.00 a night. The door to the front desk should not be locked during business hours, unless they have security issues.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So the bathroom is all little dated but the surrounding area is great and the place is quiet. There was a giant 65 in tv in the room so if you like to watch tv this is the hotel for you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

The breakfast was nothing special.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel is an oldie but a goodie and bargain. It's clean, the staff was accommodating and polite. I had no trouble parking. If you are in and out for the night this place is fine.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one place I look forward to staying and better than where I am at. The thermostat must remain on for it to work.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Large room, clean, patking right in front, nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The thing that I value the most in hotels is that they are quiet. This hotel was extremely quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, nice staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice rooms, nice staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good place to stay. Easy to commute
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ac and heat worked. Good parking. Cozy sleep.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful, friendly, and understanding when I had issues with the key cards and retrieving personal items from the room that I had forgotten. I was grateful to have received an upgraded room on the lower level. I enjoy staying here more than where I am living. Carpet is always better, when available.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easy to get to.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay!

Amazing stay right next to the pool! Checkin was very easy and fast!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay and quite
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024