The Cottages Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Menlo Park with free breakfast and 24-hour business centre

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Courtyard
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$382
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept

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1704 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA, 94027
  • Stanford Shopping Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Stanford University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Stanford University Medical Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Single Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Menlo Park

At The Cottages Hotel you'll be 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Stanford University and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Stanford University Medical Center. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, free self-parking and a 24-hour business centre. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Menlo Park hotel include San Francisco Bay and Shoreline Amphitheatre.

What's nearby

  • Menlo College - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Stanford Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Stanford University - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Stanford Stadium - 7 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Atherton Station - 14 min walk
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Philz Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Drunken Monk - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Barebottle Brewing Company - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coffeebar - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Cottages Hotel

Hotel in Menlo Park with free breakfast and 24-hour business centre
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly The Cottages Hotel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Menlo Park hotel.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
The Cottages Hotel offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Menlo Park hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Cottages Hotel?

Yep, The Cottages Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cottages Hotel?

As of 22 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cottages Hotel on 26 Sept 2025 start from AU$382.36, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Cottages Hotel?

The closest beach to The Cottages Hotel is Elmar Beach (22.6 km).

Does The Cottages Hotel have a pool?

The Cottages Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from April to October.

Does The Cottages Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, our travelers can't get enough of the free buffet brekkie here! Offered daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Cottages Hotel?

No, The Cottages Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Cottages Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Cottages Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.