The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

4164 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306 United States (USA) near Exit 20 on I-280 (~4.2km)
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3.0 Star Property
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4.0/5

Based on 445 guest reviews

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  • Free complimentary breakfast
  • Gym is available on property
  • 37 rooms in hotel
  • 2 floors in hotel
  • 3 suites in hotel
  • Check-in time: 3:00 pm
  • Groups/Meetings rating of 7.5/10

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Check Rates1 King Bed Living Room - Free WiFi Kitchen Sofa Bed Dining Area Air Conditioned
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Check Rates1 Queen - Free WiFi, Microwave, Refrigerator, Coffeemaker Desk Hair Dryer
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Check Rates2 Queen Beds Air Conditioned Free WiFi Premium Cable TV, Microwave Toiletries
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Check Rates2 Queen Beds Refrigerator, Microwave
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Check RatesAARP Senior Rate 1 Queen - Free WiFi, Microwave, Refrigerator, Coffeemaker Desk Hair Dryer
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Check RatesAARP Senior Rate 2 Queen Beds Air Conditioned Free WiFi Premium Cable TV, Microwave Toiletries
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Check RatesAARP Senior Rate King Bed Living Room - Free WiFi Kitchen Sofa Bed Dining Area Air Conditioned
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Check RatesCAA AAA Rate - 1 Queen - Free WiFi, Microwave, Refrigerator, Coffeemaker Desk Hair Dryer
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Check RatesCAA AAA Rate King Bed Living Room - Free WiFi Kitchen Sofa Bed Dining Area Air Conditioned
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Check RatesDeluxe 1 Queen Bed
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Check RatesDeluxe Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds
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Check RatesDeluxe Room 1 Queen Bed Refrigerator, Microwave
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Check RatesDeluxe Room 2 Queen Beds
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Check RatesGovernment Rate King Bed Living Room - Free WiFi Kitchen Sofa Bed Dining Area Air Conditioned
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Check RatesID Required 1 Queen - Free WiFi, Microwave, Refrigerator, Coffeemaker Desk Hair Dryer
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Check RatesID Required 2 Queen Beds Air Conditioned Free WiFi Premium Cable TV, Microwave Toiletries
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Check RatesMilitary Rate 1 Queen - Free WiFi, Microwave, Refrigerator, Coffeemaker Desk Hair Dryer
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Check RatesStandard Room, King or Two Doubles
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Check RatesSuite 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave
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Check RatesSuite Kitchen 3 Queen Beds
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Check RatesSuperior Room 2 Queen Beds Air Conditioned Free;wifi Premium Cable TV, Microwave Toiletries
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Local Attractions

Stanford University. Stanford Medical Center. Palo Alto VA. Shoreline Amphitheater. Sillicon Valley. Great America.

Verified Reviews of The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Pleasant!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Just a nice setting! Neat, comfortable, friendly and well maintained.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
10-Sep-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Sep 07 to Mon Sep 08 2025 at a $109.00 average nightly rate.
"Clean Affordable Hotel"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Clean hotel, staff is good, inexpensive.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
04-May-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 02 to Sun May 04 2025 at a $99.00 average nightly rate.
"Excellent Hotel"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The room and grounds were great.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
13-Nov-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Nov 06 to Wed Nov 13 2024 at a $160.43 average nightly rate.
"Very Pleasant"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Very helpful, clean, nice place to stay, good breakfast.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
18-Oct-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Sep 29 to Tue Oct 01 2024 at a $147.90 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 445 guest reviews

Property Description

The Zen Hotel features a combination of 37 rooms and suites. We are centrally located near Stanford University, Stanford Medical Center, Sillicon Valley, Palo Alto VA and Shoreline Amphitheater.The Zen Hotel finished a millionare renovation at the beginning on 2010, featuring asian inspired decor throughout all the rooms. Complimentary breakfast, parking and high speed internet are some of the many highlights at The Zen Hotel

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 3:00 pm
Check Out: 11:00 am
Year of Last Renovation: 2009
Floors: 2
Rooms: 37
Corridors: All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 37
Handicap Rooms: 2
Suites: 3
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 0
Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.4 Km
Dist. to Nearest Gym: 4.8 Km
FEMA Approved: Yes
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Individual: by 4pm the day prior of check-inGroup: 21 days (May vary depending on the group size)
Nightly Parking: 0
Total Taxes: 12.00%
Total Misc Fees: ï¿¥0.00 CNY
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Occupancy Tax: 12.00%

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Car rental
  • Central location
  • Charge for early check out
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Electronic key card
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry valet service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Quiet location
  • Refrigerator
  • Shower
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

San Jose Airport, 10 miles, no shuttle provided, one way taxi around $45.

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

Previously known as:
Townhouse Inn

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FAQs about The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Zen Hotel Palo Alto have?

There are 37 rooms in the property.

Can I get a AAA rate at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: CAA AAA Rate - 1 Queen - Free WiFi, Microwave, Refrigerator, Coffeemaker Desk Hair Dryer

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

Yes, they have stay dates that support Senior hotel discounts. Example room type: AARP Senior Rate 1 Queen - Free WiFi, Microwave, Refrigerator, Coffeemaker Desk Hair Dryer

Is there a gym at The Zen Hotel Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

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