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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept

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3901 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
  • Stanford University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Googleplex
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Stanford Shopping Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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

Palo Alto

At The Nest Hotel Palo Alto you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Stanford University and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Stanford Shopping Center. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and concierge services. Other amenities include a free manager's reception, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Ventura hotel include Shoreline Amphitheatre and Moffett Federal Airfield.

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

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪State of Mind Slice House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hong Kong Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hobee's - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Stanford University
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A fitness centre, a terrace, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly The Nest Hotel Palo Alto. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Palo Alto hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2015
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto offers 54 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Palo Alto hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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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: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, Eurocard and Barclaycard. 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 window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto?

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 1 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto on 6 Sept 2025 start from AU$196.40, 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.

Is parking available at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto?

Yep, The Nest Hotel Palo Alto has a free self car park.

What makes The Nest Hotel Palo Alto a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto.

Does The Nest Hotel Palo Alto serve breakfast?

Sure does, free buffet brekkie is available on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto?

No, The Nest Hotel Palo Alto does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Nest Hotel Palo Alto?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 625 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1015 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

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated the great customer service from staff, very clean room and amenities. I definitely recommend this place, and will return to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, clean & the check in staff were wonderful. Great Location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place but, saturday noght felt like the walls were paper.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabiola

Liked: Staff & service
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was glorious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Aditya

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

guadalupe

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

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

denise

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Baltazar

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service

I liked it, but…

I liked it, but it lacked basic amenities like a fridge, ice machine. Small room and I could hear my neighbors. I would stay here again but hopefully they offer more.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this property in Palo Alto is really good. The breakfast served in the office was OK, nothing special. But I will go back there on next visit to Palo Alto.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

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

10/10 Excellent

Namiko, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Minimal and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with group
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

vivian

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

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025