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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
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Lobby
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
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
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Stanford Stadium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Stanford University Medical Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 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

  • Stanford University - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Stanford Stadium - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 9 min drive - 4.0 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 Apr 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn Palo Alto on May 3, 2025 start from $89.49, 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 Googleplex and Shoreline Amphitheatre. You'll also find Stanford Stadium and Stanford Shopping Center within a short drive.

Is parking available on site 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.

Are there hot tubs at Comfort Inn Palo Alto?

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

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 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. 276 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 357 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 196 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 111 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1001 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

Yong

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Oliver

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Old hotel

Old hotel. Wall paper coming off is several places. Had to call the office to turn on the heater.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Hrand

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

8/10 Good

Margaret

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The property is in a good proximity to the Stanford surgery center. But the room is old. It was a little noisy walls are thin. Breakfast was good. Parking was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

S THOR

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

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Beds are old and uncomfortable spring beds. Need to be replaced. Bathrooms need an exhaust fan
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

WEI

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yangqi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Skye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mahdi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Raymond

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Virginia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness
I’m like
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

eddie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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