Hotel Lucent, near Stanford University and its Medical Center, offers continental breakfast, a cozy garden, arcade/game room, free in-room WiFi, a tranquil terrace, and a gym. The helpful staff ensures a pleasant stay.
Located in Menlo Park, Hotel Lucent is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay, while Shoreline Amphitheatre and Computer History Museum are cultural highlights. Stanford Shopping Center and Stanford University are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Menlo Park travel guide
727 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA, 94025
What's nearby
Stanford Shopping Center
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Stanford University
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Menlo College
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Stanford University Arboretum
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Allied Arts Guild
19 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Menlo Park Station
6 min walk
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)
24 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
6 min walk
Philz Coffee
6 min walk
Saint Frank Coffee
6 min walk
Coffeebar
9 min walk
Cafe Borrone
5 min walk
About this property
Hotel Lucent
Family-friendly hotel near Stanford Shopping Center
Located close to Stanford University Medical Center and Stanford University, Hotel Lucent provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. In addition to an arcade/game room and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
An electric car charging station, a TV in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Lucent boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
49-inch LED TVs with premium channels
Refrigerators, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
Electric car charging station on site
Free covered self parking on site
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Gym
Table tennis
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
In-room crib
In-room refrigerator
Pool gate
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
1 building
2 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Free crib
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bathtub or shower
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
49-inch LED TV with premium digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Lucent pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Lucent?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Lucent on 24 May 2026 start from AED 515, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Lucent?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hotel Lucent?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Hotel Lucent located?
This family-friendly hotel is located in the city center, within 1 mi (2 km) of Stanford Shopping Center and Stanford University. Stanford University Medical Center and Facebook Campus are also within 6 mi (10 km). Menlo Park Station is 6 minutes by foot and Palo Alto Station is 20 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Lucent Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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.
Last minute booking. Clean Room. Free breakfast. Family Friendly. Friendly staff. Hotel is 2 stories w/no elevators, however hotel staff will gladly carry your luggage up/down stairs. Price was reasonable considering the area/demographics.
This was a great hotel! It is small but they offer so much fun activities. Stayed for valentines weekend and it was super nice. The bed was firm, the bathrooms were super nicer. I will 100% be coming back
The lady at the front desk was very nice and helpful, rooms are great, property and breakfast great!
Jayd
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Michelle
24 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent hotel, nothing fancy. Good for short stay, close to stores and shopping center. They ran out of hot chocolate our entire stay.
Michelle
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth M
25 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Check in staff was super helpful and nice! The room was well laid out and the heater is to figure out.
Elizabeth M
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Reagan
24 March 2026
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Arrived at tail end of heatwave and hotel HVAC could not provide enough AC power to be comfortable; staff indicated that half of the AC units were not working. Carpet in room had stains. Shower had black mildew and after use gave off strong odor. Noise of El Camino Real moderate, our room faced that street. We used ear plugs.
Breakfast and common areas are in good shape. Long hottub enjoyable.
Location perfect for all things Menlo Park and upper half of Palo Alto.
Staff was cordial. Carpet in the room was vacuumed but stained. Small portions of the carpet near the bed were sticky. Coffee machine in breakfast lounge said it needed cleaning. Generally expect better maintenance and care at this expense level.
Friendly and helpful staff. Close to nearby stores if you’re missing anything for your trip. Lots of convenient restaurants that are walkable distance.
The exercise equipment was in great condition, the outside areas were very nice. The location to Stanford Hospital was great too! Lots of dining options within walking distance and a grocery store was right around the corner.
Kelly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kerri Michael
17 December 2025
Hotel Lucent was AMAZING!! Jeanni made the entire stay unforgettable, she was so kind and accommodating!! It’s people like her that make a stay incredible, and because of her we will always go back anytime we are at Stanford or in the area! She went above and beyond for my son & I, and we are so grateful to her for all of her help! We weren’t expecting to stay in the area, but due to an emergency came up to Stanford without any extra clothes or toiletries, and Jeanni made sure we had toothbrushes, toothpaste, water, and even coffee, hot chocolate and tea!! Hotel Lucent was clean and comfortable and so welcoming!! She even turned the heater