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Quality Inn Stanford / Palo Alto

2.0 of 5
3901 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Formerly Howard Johnson Express Inn - Palo Alto)
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Quality Inn Stanford / Palo Alto
Ranked #18 of 23 hotels in Palo Alto
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Dayton, Ohio
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

I had to make plans relatively quickly for a job interview. Almost all of the better hotels were booked or were out of my price range. I was comparing this with others in the same range (Comfort Inn, Stanford Inn, Travel Lodge, Mermaid Inn) and am glad that I picked this one. While driving by the others once I got... More

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Stanford, California
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6 hotel reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

Don't expect a 4-star hotel quality or anything like that from a Quality Inn, but I must say that this one surpasses the other branches' standard. The staff is always blunt and rude, but the room is usually pretty nice. It is not that big, but believe it or not, it looks newer than the Sheraton nearby. They also serve... More

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San Diego, CA
2 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013 via mobile

This is one of the worst hotels I have ever stayed at. How they managed to get a AAA rating bewilders me. Rooms are tiny and dingy. The pillows were not standard. They were tiny throw pillow sized. I had to request regular pillows. If you have the misfortune of being on the first floor, you will hear every footstep,... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

A colleague recommended this place and likes it. My standards must be a lot higher because I thought this hotel had dingy rooms. The place is old with the door panel needing weatherstripping to the point that you can almost see in between the gap in the door to the parking lot, that's not really very secure. The bottom of... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 9, 2013

We stayed at this hotel a few years ago and it was a little iffy (room a bit smelly, kind of dingy), but there were things we liked about it (helpful manager, free breakfast, quiet, big rooms, plenty of parking), so we decided to try it again this Christmas. I don't know if we just had a better room or... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 14, 2012

Strategic location gives this motel more customers since its near to stamford. Nice and big room with coffee maker, new 42" led tv and new air heaters. A lot of parking space and easy access to major routes. Staffs are quiet friendly, the check in process was quick and i was quiet happy the way we were welcomed to the... More

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Pleasanton, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 8, 2012

We came here for Stanford medical appt and preferred it to the Comfort Inn we stayed at last time. We found the price is better and the room was nicer and quieter. First of all, they gave us a Stanford patient discount which helped. Also, we were told that the farther we book in advance the lower the price. Our... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed October 27, 2012

I was visiting Standford and Palo Alto for business. This Quality Inn was well-located and comfortable. For just $85 a night I had a great room with all the needed amenities, hot breakfast included. The TV is a flat screen with all the ports for your laptop, tablet, phone, or whatever. What is nice about this location is that it... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 10, 2012

I've stayed at Quality Inns & Suites in many cities. Overall, I'd say they are pretty consistent. The Stanford/Palo Alto location, were I've been staying the past couple of days, fits the mold. Clean rooms, nice staff, good breakfast, plenty of parking, and decent pricing. If I'm in the area again, I'd definately consider staying here again. The location is... More

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2012

I stayed to visit my daughter at Stanford. The place was very nice; no complaints. The people running the inn were very friendly and truly seemed to care to make the experience as good as possible.

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Also Known As:
Quality Inn Stanford / Palo Alto Hotel Palo Alto
Quality Inn Stanford / Palo Alto Hotel
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Palo Alto Quality Inn
Address: 3901 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Formerly Howard Johnson Express Inn - Palo Alto)
Region: United States > California > Palo Alto
Amenities:
Business Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #18 of 23 hotels in Palo Alto
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Quality Inn Stanford - Palo Alto is a centrally located Silicon Valley hotel offering exceptional value, comfortable lodging, and package deals. Nearby attractions include Stanford University, Paramount's Great America, and Moffett Field. ... more   less 
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