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The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Stanford University

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Fountain
Bar (on property)
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Pet-friendly

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
The current price is €102
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(103 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Located in Ventura, a neighbourhood in Palo Alto, The Nest Hotel Palo Alto is near a metro station. Stanford University and Stanford Shopping Center are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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3901 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306

What's nearby

  • Stanford University - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Googleplex - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Shoreline Amphitheatre - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 8 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • California Ave Station - 3 min drive
  • Whisman Station - 9 min drive
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪State of Mind Slice House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hong Kong Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hobee's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪So Gong Dong Tofu House - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

Hotel near Stanford University
Located close to Shoreline Amphitheatre and Stanford Shopping Center, The Nest Hotel Palo Alto provides a free breakfast buffet, a free manager's reception and concerts and live shows. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a firepit.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out and evening entertainment
  • Luggage storage, outdoor furniture and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 54 rooms boast comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2015
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Stanford/Silicon Valley
Quality Inn Stanford/Silicon Valley Palo Alto
Quality Stanford/Silicon Valley
Nest Palo Alto Hotel
Nest Palo Alto
Quality Inn Stanford / Palo Alto Hotel Palo Alto
Quality Inn Palo Alto
Palo Alto Quality Inn
The Nest Palo Alto
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto Hotel
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto Palo Alto
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto Hotel Palo Alto

Frequently asked questions

Is The Nest Hotel Palo Alto pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto?

As of 21 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto on 4 Sept 2025 start from €102.46, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is The Nest Hotel Palo Alto located?

Located in Ventura, this hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Stanford University and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Stanford Shopping Center. Shoreline Amphitheatre and Moffett Federal Airfield are also within 6 mi (10 km). California Ave Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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The Nest Hotel Palo Alto Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 618 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Clean quiet room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margarit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyrylo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was phenomenal. It was cheap, room was modern and comfortable. It is a motel style establishment but an extremely good one. The bathroom lighting and shower was the best out of all the places on our recent trip (10+ hotels).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean E.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The complimentary breakfast was nice. The staff was kind and accommodating, especially Phillip and Alex.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing! Quiet, clean, and modern!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Going back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean, friendly atmosphere and walking distance to food. Perfect for us!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very modern and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

ALFONSO

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well located in Palo Alto.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is wonderful. Love staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is a cute property. However, the walls are thin! We stayed on the first floor and could hear the people above us walking around and in the bathroom. It woke us up.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brielle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was a bit dirty but the hotel was in a safe location which I appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute safe, clean hotel, friendly service, good location. Breakfast was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Nice clean hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

vivian

Always pleased when I stay at The Nest
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Taylor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room didn’t have a working ac was 78 degrees room was not cleaned properly. It was a premium king suite. They downgraded our room was never offered a partial refund, in fact they refused to reimburse us the difference in room prices.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was quite and modern
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

denise

Liked: Cleanliness
Outdoor sitting for breakfast nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Glorious stay ♡♡♡ Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025