Hotel Lucent

Hotels
8.1 (360 reviews)
727 El Camino Real , Menlo Park , US
+1 650-521-0024

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Heating
Garden
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Cleanliness in common areas
Cons:
Uncomfortable beds
Broken amenities
Room issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.4
Mixed reviews; issues with ants, dust, and humidity in some rooms.
Service
9.4
Staff were consistently described as friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.9
Conveniently located with close access to shops and attractions.
Room Quality
6.9
Some rooms had problems like uncomfortable beds and broken amenities.
Amenities
7.9
Good amenities like breakfast and charm, but issues with some facilities.
Value for Money
8.4
Generally good value, but some amenities did not function properly.
Food and Beverage
7.9
Breakfast was appreciated, though there were some service issues.
Overall Experience
8
Overall satisfaction with the stay despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 20:05

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Hotel Lucent offers elegantly designed guest rooms with modern amenities such as a 49-inch LCD TV, a mini-fridge, and a coffee machine. The spacious rooms also feature a comfortable seating area for relaxation.

Relaxation and Recreation
Guests can unwind in the hot tub or stay active at the on-site fitness centre. For entertainment, the hotel provides a billiards room and outdoor activities like table tennis. The inviting fire pit area is perfect for cozy evenings.

Convenient Location
Located just 5 minutes from Stanford University, Hotel Lucent is also close to Stanford Shopping Center. With free WiFi, daily breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk, this property ensures a seamless stay for all guests.

Book your stay at Hotel Lucent for a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SJC

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 360 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.4
Service: 9.4
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 6.9
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 8.4
Food and Beverage: 7.9
Overall Experience: 8
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NICOLA • couple • us
10
2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Marcia • couple • us
10
Convenient, clean and comfortable
Pros:

Friendly at check-in. Location & facilities are awesome.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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armando • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Alyssa • couple • us
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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eriberto • couple • us
10
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Rodney • couple • us
10
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Leonia • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Staff was very friendly, and helpful. Breakfast was good. Clean.

Cons:

Had a cooling fan which worked well due to the AC was being fixed, but were not able to lock windows

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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CHIACHEN • solo_traveller • tw
8
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Gulanyan • family_with_children • us
5
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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G7212SGrahulr • Business
8
Overall Decent
Pros:

Overall, good experience.
Pros:
1. Just next to Safeway so a great location.
2. On site parking available.
3. Small perks such as water dispenser (which usually is not available anywhere). Free Starbucks drinks, yet limited choices.
4. Small swimming pool and fireplace

Cons
1. My AC was not working and I had to adjust with loud portable AC. They just had no other option.
2. Breakfast choice was almost zero. It’s for namesake but that is true almost everywhere.
3. Single bed was too small. I am 5’11 yet my legs would always hang out

2026-08-14 • via Tripadvisor
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Brenda • couple • us
10
The Hotel Lucent is a beautiful "boutique hotel" in the heart of Menlo Park.
Pros:

We stayed at the Lucent on two occasions on this trip. The first was for 8 nights, 7/11-7/19. The second was for 2 nights, 7/31-8/2. This property/ parking felt very safe and secure. I am a coffee drinker and appreciated the 24-hour coffee service. The complimentary breakfast was satisfactory. Safeway is right next door! The location to Stanford Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, was very convenient. Depending on traffic, door to door we could be there within 7 minutes. We did enjoy the quick walk to all the fabulous restaurants and shopping Main Street, Menlo Park. Eve and the entire team at Hotel Lucent made us feel at home (like family) during our stay. The firepit seating and spa/pool courtyard area is charming!!! The fitness center is set up just right for a quick workout.

Cons:

Adjusting to a higher humidity level the room had a tendency to smell a little "damp" when you first walk in.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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1aritrag • Business
10
Very Good Independent Hotel
Pros:

Was pleasantly surprised by the property. Very beautiful internal courtyard with a fire pit and hot tub. Extremely friendly staff and great breakfast.

2026-07-31 • via Tripadvisor
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Amarpreet • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Janet • extended_group • au
9
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Christoph • solo_traveller • at
2
Sehr laut (Tag und Nacht)
Pros:

Das Personal war sehr bemüht .

Cons:

Die Lage an dem Tag und Nacht mit intensiven Auto- und LKW-Verkehr extrem lauten Camino reale ist ein Albtraum. Es gibt nur wenige Einbettzimmer „nach hinten hinaus“

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Rosie • family_with_children • us
10
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • family_with_children • us
1
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Boris Ochoa • solo_traveller • ec
10
Pros:

The hotel rooms were amazing. The breakfast was nice.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Boris Ochoa • solo_traveller • ec
10
Pros:

All was good and convenient. Close to Stanford University.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
A
Aurélien • family_with_children • be
8
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee