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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
Lobby sitting area
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Courtyard
Guests at The Cottages Hotel start their day with a breakfast buffet surrounded by gardens. The property offers practical amenities like free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities. The seasonal outdoor pool provides a refreshing break between visits to nearby Stanford University.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$400
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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

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About the area

Located in Menlo Park, The Cottages Hotel is near a metro station. Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and Poplar Creek Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Francisco Bay and Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stanford Stadium or Stanford Maples Pavillion.
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1704 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA, 94027

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

  • ‪Philz Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Barebottle Brewing Company - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Drunken Monk - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coffeebar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Borrone - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Cottages Hotel

Hotel near Stanford University
Consider a stay at The Cottages Hotel and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a firepit and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a 24-hour business centre.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, a gift shop and a water dispenser
  • A vending machine and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 50-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and coffee/tea makers

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

Pets not 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from April to October

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cottages Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

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

As of 13 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cottages Hotel on 19 Sept 2025 start from NZ$400.09, 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 The Cottages Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cottages Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cottages Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Cottages Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cottages Hotel located?

Situated in Menlo Park, this hotel is steps from Menlo College and within 3 mi (5 km) of Stanford University and Stanford University Medical Center. Stanford Shopping Center and Portola Art Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km). Atherton Station is 14 minutes by foot and Menlo Park Station is 15 minutes.

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The Cottages Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 400 out of 431 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 431 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 431 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 431 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 431 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay at.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adela

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

10/10 Excellent

Najla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, clean, friendly staff. Easy to park and access your room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Foziah Ibrahim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, clean, friendly staff. Easy to park and access your room. Nice sitting area inside and out side the building. I loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Chia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is pretty nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ophelia

Food choices were ok, Bed was comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service & location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a lovely quaint hotel! Nice staff, comfortable rooms, lovely breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ani

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean, good parking and front desk service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Musette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great remodel. Picturesque. Pool is inviting and great temp. Very lush and well designed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I visit Palo Alto a couple of times a year and have decided to stay here every time. The rooms are clean and thoughtfully designed, the grounds are beautiful, and parking is easy. Can’t ask for much more. Looking forward to staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeong Hwan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained room with quality service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful location. Beautiful property. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

maleena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Breakfast was great and rooms were super clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent 24/7 coffee station. Room was clean and modern. Close to all main places in Menlo Park and Stanford.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious room. Great breakfast. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing staff and great breakfast selection. Room is comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was super clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cherry helpful staff. Good full breakfast. Very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL LOUIS JR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was beyond impressed with the staff and property. We will continue to stay in this hidden gem.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is a little gem in Menlo Park. Exceptionally clean, very well maintained, nice staff, little touches like complimentary coffee and breakfast were a hit with our group. By far one of the best places we’ve stayed in the Bay Area! Will definitely revisit!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025