Recharge in style after exploring nearby attractions like Stanford Shopping Center. Savor your continental breakfast then challenge family to table tennis for some friendly fun.
Hotel Lucent, near Stanford University Medical Center and Stanford University, offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast, a cozy garden, and an arcade/game room. Enjoy the convenience of free in-room WiFi and unwind on the tranquil terrace or get active at the gym. Guests praise Hotel Lucent's helpful staff.
Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford - 4 min drive
Stanford University Medical Center - 4 min drive
Stanford University - 4 min drive
Stanford Stadium - 5 min drive
Getting around
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 21 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 24 min drive
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 34 min drive
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 54 min drive
Atherton Station - 4 min drive
Menlo Park Station - 6 min walk
Palo Alto Station - 20 min walk
Restaurants
Philz Coffee - 6 min walk
Saint Frank Coffee - 6 min walk
Starbucks - 6 min walk
Coffeebar - 9 min walk
Cafe Borrone - 5 min walk
About this property
Hotel Lucent
At Hotel Lucent, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Stanford University and Stanford Shopping Center. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
47 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free covered onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Pool gate
What to do
Pool table
Table tennis
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
Fitness center
Arcade/game room
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
49-inch LED TV
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Free crib/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Designer toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Hotel Lucent Menlo Park
Hotel Lucent
Lucent Menlo Park
Mermaid Hotel Menlo Park
Hotel Lucent Hotel
Hotel Lucent Menlo Park
Hotel Lucent Hotel Menlo Park
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Lucent offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Lucent does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Lucent?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Lucent?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Lucent?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Hotel Lucent and nearby?
Hotel Lucent has a fitness center and an arcade, as well as a garden.
What's the area around Hotel Lucent like?
Hotel Lucent is located on the Strip in Downtown Menlo Park, a short 6-minute walk from Menlo Park Station and 14 minutes' walk from Stanford Shopping Center.
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Hotel Lucent Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
Kind and accommodating staff
michael
michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
Great location
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Feb 6, 2025
Struck out on this one
I wouldn't repeat or recommend. For $300+ I got a remodeled motel 6, with stained carpet and a dirty toilet. The pics were pretty mis-leading, to me anyway. The bed was comfortable at least. If I wasn't so tired & short on time I would have went somewhere else.
Aaron
Aaron, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2024
Convenient, good value , polite and friendly staff.
Albert
Albert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 6, 2024
Nice hotel and comfortable stay.
TAKASHI
TAKASHI, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 6, 2025
Not like our visits before
Have stayed here before but this time had no hot water for a day and a half. The problem was that no said a thing. Will look into other places the next time we are up in Menlo Park.
Michael J
Michael J, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2024
Great reception
Reza
Reza, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
Nice place!
This is our go-to hotel in the area. My grandkids live a few blocks over and we always stay here. It is consistently clean, quiet and comfortable. The spa/jacuzzi is always a treat and the in room coffee machine is great but the prize goes to the 24hour free Coffee/Tea/Hot Chocolate machine in the lobby! Love it!
Randee
Randee, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2024
Very pleasant stay
There were very few guests on the weekend. The agent at the desk was great--very friendly. Everything was very nice and clean. Beautiful lap pool/spa. Very nice.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
Family Visit
Just needed our normal quiet, convenient place to sleep & shower for two nights while attending a family event in Menlo Park.
Dency
Dency, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2024
Great hotel very clean and cozy!! Recommend this hotel!!
Jasmine
Jasmine, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 10, 2024
Very basic accommodations in a super noisy location at a relatively high price.
Robin Karla
Robin Karla, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2024
Really clean, comfortable and affordable. Friendly staff and great parking area
Laetitia
Laetitia, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 27, 2024
Location is great. Walkable to supermarket and lots of dining option nearby. Close to Stanford University.
Changsheng
Changsheng, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2024
Nice and clean!
Ciara
Ciara, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 27, 2024
Was good, complimentary parking. The complimentary breakfast was good too.
hima
hima, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 29, 2024
Very close to Stanford stopping center and about 8min drive to Stanford campus. I like the breakfast.
Jingsheng
Jingsheng, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 16, 2024
Motel level hotel.
Ismo
Ismo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2024
Wonderful place, very friendly, everybody was so kind, it has everything and great breakfast
William
William, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 20, 2024
Great free breakfast
Analuisa
Analuisa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2023
Great hotel
PAMELA
PAMELA, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2024
Everyone is curious and kind. Check in was very easy, room is very clean and the property has a lot of very nice Amenities!
Juliet
Juliet, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2024
Great motel with a cool coffee maker in the lobby. Easily walk to Menlo Park train stop, Stanford Shopping Center, Stanford University.
Willa Michelle
Willa Michelle, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2023
great stay , definitely recommending to friends and i will stay again !!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 23, 2024
Warning small beds! Great friendly people and loc
Good things
Breakfast, pool table, friendly people, great location, great parking
Bad things
Mold in bathroom and shower was disgusting, not given replacement towels when used ones were take, full beds instead of queens.