The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Motel in Palo Alto, CA
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this motel
Art Deco Palo Alto motel in Green Acres with free breakfast
Along with a fitness center, this smoke-free motel has dry cleaning and laundry facilities. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, express check-out, and free newspapers are onsite.
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto offers 37 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 37-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a fitness center.
Along with a fitness center, this smoke-free motel has dry cleaning and laundry facilities. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, express check-out, and free newspapers are onsite.
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto offers 37 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 37-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
This Palo Alto motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Map of Palo Alto, CA
Available Rooms
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Beds not specified • 280 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Beds not specified • 286 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Beds not specified • 532 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Beds not specified • 306 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Beds not specified • 240 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Ratings and reviews
4.0 / 10.0
This is a very nicely renovated motel. Due to the the age of the property, the room is larger than most Bay Area hotels. Four stars because it's not a luxury hotel, but it's very nice and a great value.
5.0 / 10.0
Nice setting, friendly staff, clean comfortable room
5.0 / 10.0
Nice setting, friendly staff, clean comfortable room
5.0 / 10.0
Nice rood, good neighborhood convenient location
4.0 / 10.0
It’s a small hotel, but nice.
4.0 / 10.0
It’s a small hotel, but nice.
3.0 / 10.0
This appears to be a renovated hotel. The doors were not properly aligned so there were big gaps at places. Fortunately, it was a warm day so no cold to seep into the room. The breakfast was good and the place overall was quiet. The bathroom was tiny. The bed was comfortable and the tv channels had good selections. There was a Walgrens right across the street which was helpful.
5.0 / 10.0
always excellent
3.0 / 10.0
This appears to be a renovated hotel. The doors were not properly aligned so there were big gaps at places. Fortunately, it was a warm day so no cold to seep into the room. The breakfast was good and the place overall was quiet. The bathroom was tiny. The bed was comfortable and the tv channels had good selections. There was a Walgrens right across the street which was helpful.
5.0 / 10.0
Quite and reasonable price
5.0 / 10.0
Quite and reasonable price
5.0 / 10.0
Our stay was just what we needed: a clean, quiet, spacious room with a mini-frig and micrwave. The Zen was in a quiet area but near major streets. The included breakfast was a notch above the norm. We would easily stay here again if back in this area.
5.0 / 10.0
Our stay was just what we needed: a clean, quiet, spacious room with a mini-frig and micrwave. The Zen was in a quiet area but near major streets. The included breakfast was a notch above the norm. We would easily stay here again if back in this area.
5.0 / 10.0
Great location. Room was quiet. Beds and pillows were very comfortable. Very nice staff. Easy parking.
5.0 / 10.0
Great location. Room was quiet. Beds and pillows were very comfortable. Very nice staff. Easy parking.
5.0 / 10.0
Had a great stay here at this motel. Room was very clean, modern bathroom, slept well! Mini fridge too. Free breakfast was pretty standard with a couple hot items like eggs and sausage. The side parking area seems tight but I had no problems. Will definitely stay again if in the area.
1.0 / 10.0
I was locked out of my room for 4 hours in the middle of the night. My key would not work. The clown at the front desk was completely useless. He could not open the door with his key fab he couldn’t or wouldn’t make me a new key. So I had to wait outside my room in the cold for the manager to wake up he did not respond when he was called. The next day true manager threatened to kick me out because I was upset about what happened. I should have been comped for the stay I wasn’t. So unprofessional and rude all the staff except for the cute girls that work furring the day they are very good at their jobs. And there was a cockroach in my room
5.0 / 10.0
Had a great stay here at this motel. Room was very clean, modern bathroom, slept well! Mini fridge too. Free breakfast was pretty standard with a couple hot items like eggs and sausage. The side parking area seems tight but I had no problems. Will definitely stay again if in the area.
10.0 / 10.0
Though the appearance of hotel from outside looks not modern, the rooms are clean and well maintained. The breakfast was decent. Overall, for the price it is excellent.
8.0 / 10.0
The unit was clean and quiet with the exception of the heat/air conditioning unit it simple the older wall unit and they just make noise
10.0 / 10.0
Very nice. Close to Stanford.
5.0 / 10.0
This is the best of California stay. No frills, just wonderful value for the price, centrally located, CLEAN and designer efficient. All the amendities and a real homemade BREAKFAST.
5.0 / 10.0
This is the best of California stay. No frills, just wonderful value for the price, centrally located, CLEAN and designer efficient. All the amendities and a real homemade BREAKFAST.
10.0 / 10.0
The property is in a good location and has a calm inviting vibe. The Walgreens next door is convenient. The breakfast is excellent.
10.0 / 10.0
This is our first season as a Stanford football family and I’m so glad we stayed here . We look forward to coming back . Clean rooms and even a store close by incase you forget any necessities
10.0 / 10.0
Very convenient location. Close to Shoreline. Good breakfast. Comfy beds. The only issue was toilet did not flush great.
3.0 / 10.0
There was NOTHING ZEN about this hotel. It's basically a Motel that is super clean , spotless.
However, I don't know why they call it Zen? No plants, gardens, water fountains, chimes, etc....
10.0 / 10.0
The hotel was centrally located for our activities. Safe, quiet, and convenient. No working TV in the exercise room, but other than that, no complaints.
3.0 / 10.0
Carpet was wet the whole stay by exit door.
3.0 / 10.0
There was NOTHING ZEN about this hotel. It's basically a Motel that is super clean , spotless.
However, I don't know why they call it Zen? No plants, gardens, water fountains, chimes, etc....
8.0 / 10.0
Quiet room, microwave and refrigerator, great staff, great breakfast
10.0 / 10.0
Friendly staff. Nice and confortable beds. Very clean room and bathroom.
3.0 / 10.0
Carpet was wet the whole stay by exit door.
10.0 / 10.0
This inn is clean, spacious & well located. Great value too.
10.0 / 10.0
This inn is clean, spacious & well located. Great value too.
10.0 / 10.0
This place is great for the price point! The room was very neat and clean! Would come back in a heartback.
10.0 / 10.0
This place is great for the price point! The room was very neat and clean! Would come back in a heartback.
4.0 / 10.0
Very clean. Breakfast is nice (not amazing though). Restaurants/cafes are a bit far.
4.0 / 10.0
Very clean. Breakfast is nice (not amazing though). Restaurants/cafes are a bit far.
10.0 / 10.0
It's nice, quite, decent hotel near Stanford. Recommend.
FAQs
How much does this motel cost compared to others in Palo Alto?
The average price for a rental in Palo Alto is $328 per night. This rental is $180 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this motel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this motel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this motel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Zen Hotel Palo Alto pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this motel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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