Stanford Terrace Inn

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531 Stanford Ave
Palo Alto, CA 94306

(650) 857-0333

www.stanfordterraceinn.com

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Hours:: Mon-Sun. 12:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.

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Laura S.

Orange County, CA

5/4/2009 1 photo

My brother got the genius genes ... he goes to Stanford. He also puts on an amazing fashion show that was on his campus on 5/2/09. I wasn't going to miss this show - so I got a hotel room here for Saturday night.

For $109 a night, I was impressed with this place. It doesn't have a restaurant/lounge or a sea of palm trees when you approach it (like it's counterpart The Stanford Park Hotel down the street at $189 a night), but it does have:
-Easy, Underground Parking
-Friendly Staff
-Clean Pool
-HUGE rooms.
-Really nice bathrooms.
-A "green" policy for their sheets/towels. They don't replace them unless you request it. I thought this was pretty cool.
-Starbucks next door & Wahoo's within walking distance across the street
-Free Breakfast in the AM
-They let me check in early and check out late.

Overall, I highly recommend this hotel and when I come back to visit my scholar of a brother, I'll probably stay in this hotel again.

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Comment from Michael H. of Stanford Terrace Inn 7/1/2009

WOW... your review rocked. Concise, digestible bullet… More »

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Olivia L.

Sacramento, CA

10/29/2009

The devil is in the details and in this case, neither devil nor detail was forgotten here. Absolutely AMAZING service and details, and awesome amenities.

Since Laura S already mentioned all the key bullets, I won't repeat them but add to a bit.

-A workout room (not the biggest, but hey, it will do)
-A Japanese-like Zen garden
-The most amazing continental breakfast with make-your-own waffles! Hint from staff: take the ripest banana you can find from the fruit bowl, mash it up in the batter cup and then stir the batter in. Let the waffle machine go for a few seconds longer than the beep (if you like your waffles a little on the toasty side) MMMmmmm, delicious!!

-Great full-length closet mirrors
-The most comfortable beds you can imagine!!

I wasn't in need of any emergency supplies (like toothbrush, etc.) so I can't say for certain, but I think if you forget these items at home, they will charge you for them, since they have little travel packs of such items available in the room for $3 and $4.

Also, the bathroom is a little cramped and awkward, having mostly to do with the way the door opens but it's no big whoop. (Wow, I just went in a slang time machine, back to awkward pre-teen years.)

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Lillian B.

San Francisco, CA

7/30/2009

Overall, I highly recommend this hotel.

For the price, about $110 a night, you get what you need and can't beat the location (proximity to Stanford). There's a small and clean pool, the rooms are spacious, and there's free wifi, parking, and continental breakfast. The staff is accommodating and friendly, and if you don't rent a car there's a shuttle to take you places nearby.

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Adam M.

Oakland, CA

Updated - 8/4/2009

It may have just "felt" noisy because of the wedding being the night before. Three years later, my head still hurts. :)

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5/29/2006
Holy shix-nit. One of the best midline hotels I have exper stayed at. Super Belgian Waffle… Read more »

Comment from Michael H. of Stanford Terrace Inn 7/16/2009

Cheerio kind sir with the kind words! Not sure what morning… More »

Catherine H.

San Francisco, CA

9/29/2007

Lovedit lovedit lovedit!

My ex and I checked out of the Coronet Motel down the street (see my review) and cut our reservation short...it was THAT bad. Decided to splurge here and it was totally worth it. When we checked in, we were upgraded to the Green room, meaning air purifier, filtered shower and sink water, biodegradable soaps/lotions/shampoos, and recycling bin. I'm kinda of a neurotic recycler/environmentalist, so that made me happy!

LOTS of space, very nice amenities, very comfortable bed and sheets, tv, and bathrobes! Room also includes a mini fridge and microwave, which was really convenient for us since we brought back dinner leftovers. Also, there is a workspace desk so people can actually get work done, and the armchairs were fabulously comfortable. The place was very clean!

They outdo themselves with such a generous and delicious continental breakfast, complete with belgian waffles, cereal, eggs, real orange juice, fresh fruit, English muffins, toast, etc. I don't think I've ever had a continental breakfast this good! Wish I had brought my swim suit too, the pool looked very inviting. They also have cookies and lemonade, and a computer in the lobby for you if you need to get on the Internet. Very practical, cozy, and not over the top or pretentious. Would definitely stay here again if I had the money :(

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Comment from Michael H. of Stanford Terrace Inn 7/1/2009

We are beaming with pride in regards to your review! Sure we… More »

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Emily L.

New York, NY

4/21/2006

The Stanford Terrace Inn is on the southeast corner of the Stanford campus and is a shining example of the kind of experience I would like from a hotel. Practical, but not institutional. Elegant, but not hoity-toity. It is cozy and comfy and provides gracious service and special extras that elevate the guest experience.

The rooms are nicely decorated and furnished with plush beds, cozy chairs, and a comfortable work area. The complimentary continental breakfast in the morning rocks. (Make your own waffle! Mmmmm...waffles). Spend the afternoon lounging around the pool, take a quick dip and then recharge with a couple of fresh-baked cookies provided by the staff.

Sure beats the Motel 6 down the street...

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Comment from Michael H. of Stanford Terrace Inn 7/16/2009

A wee bit late - let's call it 3 years, & for that we might… More »

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Across the street from the Stanford campus, you'll find the Stanford Terrace Inn, an oasis of unexpected elegance. In the midst of Silicon Valley, you'll discover a tradition of old world hospitality.

The hotel is clearly the preferred stop for Stanford's family, including of course, visiting parents of students who find that they can stroll back and forth from the hotel to campus.

Here, Tuscan murals adorn the walls, evoking a timeless sense of luxury. Our secluded garden setting and sun-drenched patio makes it easy to unwind. Or perhaps relieve the stresses of the day in our heated pool. Inside your over-sized guest room, you'll find all the modern conveniences.

Complimentary cable TV, high-speed Internet access, and a desk large enough to get some real work done.

All at a price that's pleasantly surprising.

History

Established in 1964

After World WAR II Stanford University and all the greater Palo Alto area were part of the explosive growth of population and inventive technology that propelled the economy and set up the need for hotel rooms, and thus the development of the Tiki Inn (now Stanford Terrace Inn).

The Tiki was in the South Pacific post-war style trend of the day with exotic faux Polynesian décor certain to please the herons. It was a romantic setting, unusual for the peninsula, and while thus finding a niche market among romantic partners both local and travelers, its main success was in serving the growing numbers of visitors to the campus and to the Stanford Research Park which had begun to unfold on Stanford land south of California Avenue.

Ultimately the hotel showed signs of fatigue and it was clear that a significant remodeling and refurbishing was in order and at about that time (1982) the present owner group took over the hotel.

Meet the Manager: Barbara P.

Barbara P is a Certified Hotel Administrator (CHA) and has been the General Manager of the Stanford Terrace Inn since 1991. It can be easily said that The Stanford Terrace Inn is what it is today because of her. Props also go out to the owners, who have given her the reins and the purse strings to allow her to unleash her creative powers and admirable people skills to keep it relevant, exciting, comfortable and at the same time making it a great place to work. She started to stand out immediately after recycling containers were placed in every room. This was 1991. Green? What's Green? Barbara knew "Green" before most people knew it was not just a color. We have now been certified for 6 years by the county. Barbara has worked in every position over her career
and has the ability to make a staff member feel like they are special; because that is what she truly believes. She is a mentor, a teacher, a shoulder to cry on (and believe me, its a wet shoulder) and most importantly a Leader.

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