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Our top choices for San Carlos motels

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1. LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
San Carlos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,097 reviews)
"Clean rooms and hotels located in a decent area"
United States
Christopher
The price is ₹7,656
₹8,953 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
LiA Hotel
Exterior

2. San Carlos Inn

San Carlos Inn
2.0 star property
San Carlos
7.2 out of 10, Good, (386 reviews)
"( self )Parking available Ground floor rooms Shopping , dining , EVERYTHING , closeby ,walking distance weather in july warm"
United States
KIM
The price is ₹8,037
₹9,238 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
San Carlos Inn
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

3. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
2.0 star property
Belmont
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,648 reviews)
"Convenient location if you are traveling to that part of the valley. SF not too far either."
United States
Roman
The price is ₹7,806
₹9,164 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
Exterior

4. Studio 6 Belmont, CA – San Francisco - Redwood

Studio 6 Belmont, CA – San Francisco - Redwood
2.0 star property
Belmont
7.6 out of 10, Good, (423 reviews)
"Great well appointed kitchenette. Nice pool & hot tub."
United States
Robert
The price is ₹8,904
₹10,408 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Studio 6 Belmont, CA – San Francisco - Redwood
Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

5. Silicon Valley Inn

Silicon Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Belmont
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (715 reviews)
"Everything was good and clean, I personally love this place for the prices and for the easy check in process"
United States
Jason
The price is ₹10,647
₹12,218 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Silicon Valley Inn
Courtyard

6. Redwood Creek Inn

Redwood Creek Inn
2.5 star property
Roosevelt
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (670 reviews)
"Very clean facility in a nice location. It's definitely an older motel but very well maintained. Only complaint is that our bed was much harder than we like."
United States
Melanie
The price is ₹11,826
₹13,357 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Redwood Creek Inn
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

7. Sequoia Inn

Sequoia Inn
2.0 star property
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
6.8 out of 10, (730 reviews)
"Sejal was amazing!! She is the best staff member ever. 5 star experience."
United States
Youssef
The price is ₹7,035
₹8,169 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Sequoia Inn
Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

8. Hotel Belmont

Hotel Belmont
2.5 star property
Belmont
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (274 reviews)
"Amazing stay."
United States
Mario
The price is ₹9,730
₹11,166 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hotel Belmont
Desk, free WiFi

9. Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Redwood Oaks
5.6 out of 10, (44 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. Perfect for solo trips where you need to sleep somewhere. "
United States
Carlos
The price is ₹10,999
₹12,401 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Capri Motel
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

10. Budget Inn Redwood City

Budget Inn Redwood City
2.0 star property
Redwood Oaks
6.4 out of 10, (571 reviews)
"Staff was nice, air conditioning worked and wasn’t loud. The parking was convenient and felt safe"
United States
Vashti
The price is ₹9,095
₹10,270 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Budget Inn Redwood City
Exterior

11. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Green Acres
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,421 reviews)
"Loved the breakfast buffet!"
United States
John
The price is ₹10,678
₹12,354 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Interior

12. Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto

Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (461 reviews)
"A charming little spot with wonderful staff."
United States
Jake
The price is ₹8,757
₹10,114 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Glass Slipper Inn - Stanford Palo Alto
Front of property

13. Oak Motel Palo Alto

Oak Motel Palo Alto
2.0 star property
Palo Alto
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the place is quiet during the night. The AC needs to be colder."
United States
Antonia
The price is ₹8,135
₹9,396 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Oak Motel Palo Alto
Exterior

14. Deluxe Inn

Deluxe Inn
2.0 star property
Cherryland
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (114 reviews)
"Nice place to stay And cheap"
United States
Carlos
The price is ₹6,587
₹7,246 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Deluxe Inn
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

15. Hotel Parmani

Hotel Parmani
2.0 star property
Palo Alto
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I like the location, it was a plus"
United States
Claudia
The price is ₹8,087
₹10,014 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Hotel Parmani
Exterior

16. The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
Palo Alto Orchards
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean and staff were very friendly. Parking is free too."
United States
kathy
The price is ₹7,294
₹8,424 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
The Palo Alto Inn
Reception

17. Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto

Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto
2.0 star property
Palo Alto Orchards
7.8 out of 10, Good, (650 reviews)
"Nice"
United States
Denise
The price is ₹9,947
₹11,489 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Americas Best Value Inn Sky Ranch Palo Alto
Free WiFi, bed sheets

18. Studio 6 Hayward, Ca – Silicon Valley Gateway

Studio 6 Hayward, Ca – Silicon Valley Gateway
2.0 star property
Hayward
7.2 out of 10, Good, (80 reviews)
"The shops were nearby"
United States
Annie
The price is ₹9,234
₹10,729 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Studio 6 Hayward, Ca – Silicon Valley Gateway
Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

19. Palo Alto Lodge

Palo Alto Lodge
3.0 star property
Ventura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (24 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Frank
The price is ₹19,607
₹22,647 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Palo Alto Lodge
Front of property

20. Sea Breeze Motel

Sea Breeze Motel
2.0 star property
Rockaway Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (297 reviews)
"Great location, 8 minute walk to the beach. Great amenities including free delicious breakfast and free margarita!"
United States
Christopher
The price is ₹19,136
₹22,245 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Sea Breeze Motel
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Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

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San Carlos Motels information

Number of reviews
5,844
Accommodation
69 Motels
Lowest Price
₹7,246
Highest Price
₹22,647

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Carlos?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what San Carlos has to offer. In the area, popular places to visit include San Francisco Bay.
What are motels like?
Motel properties often offer free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the tired traveller driving along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in San Carlos?
These are some of our customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. LiA Hotel: Stay within a 10-minute drive of San Mateo County Event Center and Silicon Valley. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North: Free WiFi and a free airport shuttle are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Central San Carlos is 12.4 mi (20 km) away. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from the heart of San Carlos. Granada Hotel Santa Clara: Central San Carlos is 19.1 mi (30.8 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto: 9.9 mi (16 km) from the heart of San Carlos. Enjoy access to the fitness centre, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi.
What can I do in San Carlos?
Enjoy the restaurants and coffee shops in this family-friendly area while you're sightseeing. People visiting San Carlos like its shops and bars. Some outdoorsy places nearby include San Francisco Bay, Coyote Point Park and Bayfront Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo, NASA Ames Visitor Center and NASA Ames Research. Other places worth a visit include Museum of San Carlos History and Hiller Aviation Museum.
What's the seasonal weather like in San Carlos?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in San Carlos to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for San Carlos is 466 mm.
What are my options for getting around San Carlos while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around San Carlos to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is located 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from the city centre. Otherwise, look for flights into San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is 10.3 mi (16.5 km) away. To see more of the larger area, hop on a train at San Carlos Station.

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