The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

3 stars
4164 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306, United States
Palo Alto, CA
8.7
Very good
based on 892 reviews
892 reviews
Fri 14/11
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Sat 15/11
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
$161
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
$161
Queen room
$172
Standard Room
$180
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Overview

The Zen Hotel provides comfortable 3-star accommodation in Palo Alto. It also features a 24-hour reception, an express check-in and check-out feature and laundry facilities.

There are a variety of facilities at The Hotel Zen that guests can enjoy, such as a dry cleaning service, luggage storage and a fitness centre. In addition, the multilingual staff are available to offer assistance.

The rooms at The Zen Hotel have a refrigerator and all the necessities for an enjoyable stay. Guests can unwind in the welcoming seating area.

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto is a convenient base to explore California's Great America and Stanford University. San Antonio Caltrain Station is within a 30-minute walk.

8.7
Very good rating
Based on 892 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Fri 14/11
Sat 15/11
Standard Room
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$180
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$331
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$352
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Deluxe room
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$161
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$172
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$186
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Double room
1 twin bed
$318
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King room
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$320
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1 king bed
$407
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Queen room
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$172
nightly with fees
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$222
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$223
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

  • Fitness centre
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible parking
  • Adapted bath
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Kitchen

  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Hand sanitiser in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Delivered food is securely covered
  • First-aid kit
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Bathroom

  • Higher-level toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Radio
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box

Things to do

  • Bicycle hire
  • Game room
  • Golf
  • Hiking

Outdoor

  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Grill

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Dining

  • Breakfast in the room
  • Dining table

Family friendly

  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

8.7
Very good
892 verified ratings
Wonderful
549
Very good
180
Good
80
Okay
28
Fair
28
Mediocre
12
Poor
15

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally enjoyed their stay, highlighting the cleanliness and quality of the breakfast. However, some experienced issues with service, particularly in terms of assistance and treatment from staff.
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Cleanliness10 out of 10
Breakfast9.5 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
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2.0
Poor
Adrian, Sept 2022
They did not give me a room and sent me to a different hotel. I didn’t feel like I was being treated like a paying customer and it felt more like I should had been the one charging for my presence and not the other way around.

Location

4164 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

What's nearby

  • San Antonio Shopping Center1.6 km
  • Hewlett-Packard Company1.8 km
  • PARC2.3 km
  • Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center3.7 km
  • Green Gables3.8 km
  • Palo Alto Art Center3.8 km
  • Rinconada Park3.8 km
  • Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo3.9 km
  • Baylands Nature Preserve4 km
  • Stanford Stadium4.1 km
  • Shoreline Park4.1 km
  • HP Garage4.4 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

  • Where is The Zen Hotel Palo Alto located?

    The Zen Hotel Palo Alto is located at 4164 El Camino Real, 3.7 km from the centre of Palo Alto. San Antonio Shopping Center is the closest landmark to The Zen Hotel Palo Alto.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto.

  • Does The Zen Hotel Palo Alto offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Zen Hotel Palo Alto offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Zen Hotel Palo Alto offer free parking?

    Yes, The Zen Hotel Palo Alto offers free parking.

  • How far is The Zen Hotel Palo Alto from the airport?

    The Zen Hotel Palo Alto is 18.2 km from San Jose. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto is 32.3 km from San Francisco.

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8.8
3.7 km
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18.2 km

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