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The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

2.5 star property
Art Deco motel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Suite, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (2 Queen Beds) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is SAR 371
SAR 430 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (2 Queen Beds) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (2 Queen Beds)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Non Smoking, Kitchen (3 Queen Beds) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Non Smoking, Kitchen (3 Queen Beds)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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4164 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306

What's nearby

  • Palo Alto VA Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Stanford University - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Googleplex - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Stanford Stadium - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 9 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio Station - 3 min drive
  • Whisman Station - 8 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪State Of Mind Slice House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪So Gong Dong Tofu House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Salsa - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hobee's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Motel near Stanford University
A free breakfast buffet, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto. Free in-room WiFi and a gym are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe, free newspapers, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 37-inch HDTVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1970
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Hotel Zen
Zen Hotel
Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Zen Palo Alto
Townhouse Hotel Palo Alto
The Zen Hotel
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto Motel
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto Palo Alto
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto Motel Palo Alto

Frequently asked questions

Is The Zen Hotel Palo Alto pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Zen Hotel Palo Alto located?

Located in Green Acres, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of San Antonio Shopping Center, Stanford University, and Googleplex. San Andreas Fault Trail and Palo Alto VA Hospital are also within 2 mi (3 km). San Antonio Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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The Zen Hotel Palo Alto Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 727 out of 1054 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 1054 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1054 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1054 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1054 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and close to Stanford. It met all our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yucong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is close to Stanford campus z and close to freeway. Breakfast is good quality and room is clean and spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great motel. very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When I need to go to UCSF or Stanford, I always stay here at the Zwn Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jenifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean .. I stay here a lot because I travel to Stanford every 6 months
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the close proximity to many restaurants. The room was dated but clean, bed comfortable. We would recommend for the price point
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Susana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, in a good price range, quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Klaus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service, staff incredible, convenient location...
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite place to come when we’re in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and kind staff who helped me make my stay the best possible experience. One hundred percent I reccommend staying here for business or leisure
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Many walkable places in a great neighborhood. Will visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place to stay!
Nice place to stay for a quick trip. Free breakfast and parking are a good perk.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kethsana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicely remodeled clean and quiet. Very nice hotel for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Shoichiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Not bad.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Zen Hotel stands out as a very pleasant place to stay. We particularly liked the esthetic touches, large quiet rooms and breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Christine

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
BREAKFAST IS VERY SIMPLE AND EVERY DAYS ARE THE SAME
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice setting, friendly staff, clean comfortable room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff at the Zen are very nice people! I would stay again!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfortable bed, and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and updated motel very close to Stanford.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ruth

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Terrible hotel, loud and cracks in door
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is conveniently located to restaurants. Nice area to take a walk, property is nice & cozy looking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024