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Red Cottage Inn

3.0 of 5
1704 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025
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Ranked #1 of 8 hotels in Menlo Park
4.5 of 5 stars 98 Reviews
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  • El Camino Real(5)
  • Friendly and helpful(4)
  • Palo Alto(3)
  • Private patio(3)
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Maroa R
San Francisco, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 27, 2012

I stayed at the surprisingly affordable Red Cottage Inn while attending a private event in Atherton. On the outside it's just a regular motel, but the rooms are clean, well-furnished and obviously recently updated. Nothing super-fancy, but certainly everything I needed! Not only that...I left some clothes in the closet when I checked out. They immediately e-mailed me to let... More

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jimandstacyh
columbia
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6 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 30, 2011

We found this location last minute and what a find. It was comfortable and very pleasing. We would stay here again! More

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adventuregirloregon
oregon
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4 reviews
7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 18, 2011

When I first pulled into the parking lot I was thinking I had made a terrible mistake booking a room there. The girl at the front desk was efficient but not overly nice and the "lobby" wasn't anything special so I was still a bit leery as I was walking to my room. Once I got to my room I... More

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IHSIndian
Leesburg, Virginia
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3 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 26, 2011

In Aug, 2011, we stayed here for 5 nights while our son swam at Jr. Nationals at Stanford. So much better than a big hotel. Quiet. Grounds are beautiful. The breakfast buffet had lots of choices. Front desk staff was always cheerful. The room was clean but not huge. The bathroom was nice size; there was a very large refrigerator... More

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Dick G
Menlo Park, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 17, 2011

I am a resident of Menlo Park and have used the Red Cottage for guests visiting the area and for business. The property is very well kept with nice garden areas and a very peaceful pool area. The rooms are extremely well done and the beds are very comfortable. Customer service is top notch and each guest is well-looked after.... More

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230green
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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10 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 25, 2011

When I booked the room, I wasn't quite sure what to expect as usually we stay a "name brand" properties. The Red Cottage went beyond our expectations. The rooms were very clean with wonderful amenities including in room refridge and microwave. Breakfast was the usual continental, but everything was replenished promptly. Staff was always pleasant and helpful Although we didn't... More

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Maria L
Clemson, South Carolina
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3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 20, 2011

This hotel is a small, clean, well maintained two-story hotel with cheerful, modern rooms. The beds were comfortable; the bathroom had a large tile shower; a mini fridge & microwave are included; and there is a nice and quiet outdoor pool area. The continental breakfast was simple but adequate and the staff was helpful and friendly. I will stay there... More

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TravelsWithC
Santa Barbara, CA
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 13, 2011

My son and I stayed here while he was attending a camp at Stanford. I was concerned that it would be too much like a motel, but I was very pleasantly surprised! The place was charming, the rooms were extremely clean, appliances looked like they were new, and we had a little fenced back patio that was private and comfortable.... More

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LeaSD
San Diego, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 25, 2011

My mother was in the hospital 3 weeks - this was the third hotel I tried and the last - called Red Cottage first when she had a return hospital visit. While there a few hotels closer to the hospital it was still very close and it was MUCH quieter than the others I had tried as its lots is... More

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M-man11
Santa Rosa, CA
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89 reviews
349 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2011

So we shall. Although it is certainly well located for business travelers, the Red Cottage Inn is not in walking distance of either Menlo Park or Redwood City. In addition, the stretch along El Camino Real has no shoulder. But for those attending graduation, business meetings, or wanting a means to relax, this is certainly a solid choice. There are... More

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Address: 1704 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025

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