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Stanford Park Hotel

100 El Camino Real | Menlo Park, CA 94025-5292  [SEE MAP]Menlo Park, CA  [SEE ADDRESS]
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Recent guests liked the locally sourced cuisine and heated swimming pool
Recent guests thought the rooms were a bit outdated
A few blocks from Stanford University, the Stanford Park Hotel makes a lasting impression on business travelers due to its work-friendly services and facilities, which include high-speed internet access, a business center, dry-cleaning services and town car service. Although the decor comes across as a bit dated to some previous visitors, a fitness center and a heated swimming pool are still available, and the concierge has a stash of iPads and Nooks available to borrow. Guest rooms, which are often described as "comfortable" and "classic," house amenities like flat-screen TVs and ROAM bath products. Previous visitors agreed that once you get past the old-fashioned design, there's a lot to love about the Stanford Park Hotel: The staff is commended for always being friendly and helpful, and the in-house restaurant, Menlo Grill, earns a thumbs-up for its health-conscious comfort food.
A few blocks from Stanford University, the Stanford Park Hotel makes a lasting impression on business travelers due to its work-friendly services and facilities, which include high-speed internet access, a business center, dry-cleaning services and town car service. Although the decor comes across as a bit dated to some previous visitors, a fitness center and a heated swimming pool are still available, and the concierge has a stash of iPads and Nooks available to borrow. Guest rooms, which are often described as "comfortable" and "classic," house amenities like flat-screen TVs and ROAM bath products. Previous visitors agreed that once you get past the old-fashioned design, there's a lot to love about the Stanford Park Hotel: The staff is commended for always being friendly and helpful, and the in-house restaurant, Menlo Grill, earns a thumbs-up for its health-conscious comfort food.
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Location
Menlo Park, CA
Hotel Class
4.0-star
Property Type
Hotel, 163 rooms
Primary View
City center
Style
Traditional

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Business
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  • 4.0Hotel Class
  • GOODCritic Rating

Tripadvisor Traveler Rating

Tripadvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 1449 reviews Based on 1449 reviews
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Critic Reviews

  • AAA/CAA Four Diamond Awards 2020
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Guest Reviews

A hotel's guest rating is calculated using data provided under license by Tripadvisor. A total of 1449 have reviewed the Stanford Park Hotel, giving it a rating of 4.5, on a scale of 1-5.

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Tripadvisor Travel Rating: Tripadvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 1449 reviews 4.5 (based on 1449 reviews)
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Guest Rooms

All guest rooms at the Stanford Park are spacious with workspaces and seating areas. Accommodations boast modern amenities like HD flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi and wired high-speed internet.
  • Free Wall Street Journal newspaper delivered to guests daily
  • Each room also has an umbrella for guests to use

Standard room size: 430 square feet

  • Premium channels
  • Workspace/desk
  • Minifridge
  • Bathrobes/slippers
  • Minibar
  • Shower/tub combo
  • Separate shower
  • Separate tub
  • Internet
  • Wireless internet
  • Free internet
  • Fee for internet usage
  • Guest rooms with patios and balconies
  • Adjoining rooms available
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Location & Parking

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Situated just a half-mile from Stanford University and Stanford University Medical Center, the Stanford Park Hotel is located near Palo Alto and Silicon Valley in a neighborhood called Menlo Park. The hotel sits across the street from the Stanford Shopping Center, which houses nearly 150 stores, including Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale's and Nordstrom, as well as gardens, a street market and art by California artists. The hotel offers free shuttle service to the surrounding area.
  • El Palo Alto Tree, the second largest tree in California and a historical landmark, is located just behind the hotel
  • Mineta San Jose International Airport around 17 miles southeast; San Francisco International Airport is located 20 miles north
  • Parking covered under nightly amenity fee
  • 24-hour valet parking (free)
  • 24-hour self-parking (free)
  • Airport shuttle
  • Car service (free)

Within walking distance of:

  • Bus stop
  • Restaurants
  • Movie theater
  • Train station
  • Beach
  • Theater
  • Subway/metro stop
  • Grocery store
  • Shopping
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Dining

The Stanford Park Hotel’s signature restaurant, The Menlo Grill Bistro & Bar, is a classic American grill with a menu made up of regional dishes that utilize seasonal ingredients. The restaurant also has a wide selection of craft brewed beer and wine by the glass. Menlo Grill is open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night fare.
  • Barista at the Park offers Starbucks coffee and specialty drinks, as well as a wide selection of grab-and-go items
  • Cookies and afternoon wine reception included in amenity fee

Number of restaurants: 1

Cuisine Types: American

  • Fine dining
  • Casual dining
  • Quick service cafe/coffee shop/marketplace
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • 24-hour room service
  • free breakfast
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Pool

The Stanford Park Hotel’s swimming pool is set among the property’s garden and fountains. The 50-foot-long heated pool and whirlpool are open year-round. The pool area also has a dry sauna and a Jacuzzi.
    • Lap pool
    • Wading pool
    • Lazy river
    • Family pool
    • Infinity pool
    • Whirlpool/hot tub
    • Adults-only pool
    • Lifeguard on duty
    • Poolside service
    • Waterslide
    • Deck chairs or cabanas
    • Pool bar
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    Fitness

    The Stanford Park Hotel has a 24-hour fitness center, which houses a variety of cardio machines and weight-training equipment. The fitness center also has free weights and a stretching room. Many of the machines have built-in TVs.
    • Hotel’s "borrow-a-bicycle" program allows guests the opportunity to explore the local area at their leisure on retro-style bikes, many of which are named for famous Stanford alumni, including Condoleezza Rice
    • Concierge can provide directions to some of the area's best trails for runners
    • Weight equipment
    • Cardio equipment
    • Yoga mats
    • Free fitness classes
    • Premium fitness classes (with fee)
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    Business

    The hotel has a basic business center with a computer workstation, laser printer and high-speed internet access. The business center is available to guests 24 hours. For meetings and events, the Stanford Park Hotel houses 10,000 square feet of space.
    • Hotel has staff on-site to assist with audiovisual needs
    • Hotel can also provide projectors, screens, flip charts and sound systems for meetings

    Number of meeting rooms: 5

    • Business center
    • Meeting rooms
    • Meeting and event planners available
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    Wedding

    Whether a couple is looking for a picturesque outdoor ceremony or a classic ballroom setting, the Stanford Park Hotel has a venue that is likely to fit the bill. The hotel’s two-level courtyard, which is landscaped with an array of flowers, trees and sculptures, is ideal for outdoor events.
    • The hotel’s on-site planning team works with couples and vendors
    • A variety of wedding packages are available

    Maximum wedding guest capacity: 90

    • Hotel hosts weddings
    • Outdoor space for weddings
    • Wedding planners available
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