At The Cottages Hotel, start your day with a breakfast buffet in the garden and stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Take advantage of laundry facilities, unwind at the seasonal outdoor pool or visit the nearby Stanford University.
Stanford University Medical Center - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
Stanford Stadium - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
Getting around
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 14 min drive
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 26 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 28 min drive
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 44 min drive
Palo Alto Station - 9 min drive
Atherton Station - 14 min walk
Menlo Park Station - 15 min walk
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
When you stay at The Cottages Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Stanford University and San Francisco Bay. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and buffet breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Also, Stanford University Medical Center and Shoreline Amphitheatre are within a short drive. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
28 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Water dispenser
Working away
24-hour business center
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Facilities
Garden
Seasonal outdoor pool
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
1 on-site accessible parking spaces
Hand-held showerheads
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch LED TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free long-distance and local calls
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from April to October
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at The Cottages Hotel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Cottages Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Cottages Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Cottages Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Cottages Hotel and nearby?
The Cottages Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.
What's the area around The Cottages Hotel like?
The Cottages Hotel is located a short 2-minute walk from Menlo College. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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The Cottages Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
10/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.8/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, substantial, fantastic, and excellent with a wide variety of options. (70 reviews)
Free and plentiful parking was a convenient perk for guests. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2025
Comfortable hotel in central location. Great amenities and staff.
MF
MF, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Wonderful staff. Facility has everything you need. New well appointed rooms. Beautiful courtyard and pool. Excellent free breakfast and coffee.
Rachel
Rachel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2025
Such a lovely quaint hotel! Nice staff, comfortable rooms, lovely breakfast!
Karlie
Karlie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
Great hotel with pool.
Great smaller hotel with nice rooms and good morning breakfast. Very nice professional staff. This will be my go to in Menlo Park.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Great stay!
Brian
Brian, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Nice property. Breakfast was great and rooms were super clean
Clean, spacious room. Great breakfast. Friendly staff.
Anna
Anna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
Perfect stay
Stayed two nights in conjunction with knee surgery at Stanford and was perfect. Had a single room before surgery and double after, both were extremely comfortable and comforting. Lovely piece of property close to Stanford and other amenities. Great breakfast and price, too. It almost turned a knee replacement into a lovely two-day getaway!
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2025
I was beyond impressed with the staff and property. We will continue to stay in this hidden gem.
MICHAEL LOUIS JR
MICHAEL LOUIS JR, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
Great cherry helpful staff. Good full breakfast. Very quiet.
Dyan
Dyan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
What’s not to like
Love this undiscovered gem. Really nice rooms, a great hot breakfast included, a pool, gym and free use of a washer and dryer!
Deborah
Deborah, 17-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
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!
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2024
Perfect location
Great breakfast
AREthusa
AREthusa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
The Cottages Hotel is strong on service, extremely clean and comfortable and amazingly quiet (thanks to being set back from El Camino Dr). The location is a bit removed from downtown Menlo Park, so perhaps best for those with a car or who don't mind being one of the few people walking along busy roads. I would happily stay here again.
James
James, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 26, 2025
Everything was great! The rooms were stylish, clean and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and the staff was very accommodating. We will definitely return next time we are in the area.
Kimberly
Kimberly, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Great location, great breakfast
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
My family had a wonderful stay.
Alexis
Alexis, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2025
One of our favorite hotels. It’s so convenient, especially if you’re attending Menlo College events.
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
Super cute place
Felix
Felix, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Great hotel! We came to watch our nephew play baseball for Menlo College. We parked at the hotel and walked to the game.
Highly recommend this hotel!
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2024
It was great a place!
Ruiming
Ruiming, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 25, 2025
Clean place, friendly staff, decent breakfast, nothing special otherwise.
Fernando
Fernando, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
We loved spending our night at this amazing hotel . The staff were very pleasant and they made you feel like their own.