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The Creekside Inn, hotel in Palo Alto

Nestled on 4 landscaped acres in Palo Alto, California, just one mile from Stanford University, this completely smoke-free inn features convenient services, such as complimentary electric car charging...

8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
859 reviews
Price from$209per night
The Palo Alto Inn, hotel in Palo Alto

Located a mile off the Central Expressway, this hotel is just a minute’s drive from the San Antonio Shopping Center. It features free Wi-Fi access.

8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
1,017 reviews
Price from$95per night
Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel, hotel in Palo Alto

Only 5 minutes’ drive from Stanford University and Central Palo Alto, Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel features an outdoor pool and an on-site bar and restaurant.

7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
342 reviews
Price from$557per night
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto, hotel in Palo Alto

An indoor pool is featured at this Palo Alto Hilton. Free WiFi, modern amenities and elegant décor is featured in all rooms. Shoreline Amphitheater is 10 minutes’ drive.

8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
410 reviews
Price from$335.58per night
Crowne Plaza Cabana Hotel, an IHG Hotel, hotel in Palo Alto

Providing free scheduled shuttle service to sites within a 5-mile radius, this hotel located in Palo Alto, California is a short drive from Paramount's Great America theme park.

8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
231 reviews
Price from$347.70per night
Cardinal Hotel, hotel in Palo Alto

Built in 1924, this historic Palo Alto hotel is just 1 mi from Stanford University. Guests can enjoy dining at Bistro Maxine, located next door.

8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
226 reviews
Price from$215per night
el PRADO, hotel in Palo Alto

Located in Central Palo Alto, el PRADO offers contemporary guest rooms with GLink iPhone and Android docking stations. A state-of-the-art fitness center is located on site.

9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
205 reviews
Price from$659per night
Homewood Suites by Hilton Palo Alto, hotel in Palo Alto

Offering an outdoor pool and a hot tub, Homewood Suites by Hilton Palo Alto is just 4.4 mi from Facebook's headquarters and 2.7 mi from Stanford University. Free WiFi is conveniently available onsite....

8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
98 reviews
Price from$327.90per night
Kasa Palo Alto, hotel in Palo Alto

Located halfway between San Francisco and San Jose in Palo Alto, California, this hotel offers convenient, complimentary amenities just 1.9 mi from Stanford University and minutes from shopping and...

8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
341 reviews
Price from$211.19per night
The Westin Palo Alto, hotel in Palo Alto

Next to Stanford University in Palo Alto, this Silicon Valley hotel features on-site dining and a modern fitness center. All guest rooms have a flat-screen cable TV.

8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
98 reviews
Price from$647per night
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Palo Alto's best hotels with breakfast

  • The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 787 reviews

    Decorated in Asian decor, The Zen Hotel is in Palo Alto, California. This eco-friendly hotel provides free Wi-Fi and a gym, and rooms include iPod docking stations.

    The on-site manager was very helpful and flexible.

  • Crowne Plaza Cabana Hotel, an IHG Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 231 reviews

    Providing free scheduled shuttle service to sites within a 5-mile radius, this hotel located in Palo Alto, California is a short drive from Paramount's Great America theme park.

    Gave us an extra breakfast for my kids. Pool was beautiful.

  • The Creekside Inn
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 859 reviews

    Nestled on 4 landscaped acres in Palo Alto, California, just one mile from Stanford University, this completely smoke-free inn features convenient services, such as complimentary electric car charging...

    It was excellent for my purpose. Did not need more.

  • Hotel Citrine, Palo Alto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 80 reviews

    Located in Palo Alto, 2 miles from Shoreline Amphitheatre, Hotel Citrine, Palo Alto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a shared lounge...

    Close to venue, close to food outlets and gas stations.

  • Homewood Suites by Hilton Palo Alto
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 98 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and a hot tub, Homewood Suites by Hilton Palo Alto is just 4.4 mi from Facebook's headquarters and 2.7 mi from Stanford University. Free WiFi is conveniently available onsite.

    Cleanliness, nice staff, large rooms and breakfast.

  • Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 66 reviews

    This modern hotel is conveniently located within 1640 feet’ walk of Palo Alto Caltrain Station and Stanford University. Plush bathrobes and free WiFi are provided in guest rooms.

    light, airy , clean and very chilled atmosphere. staff were excellent and helpful .

  • The Westin Palo Alto
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 98 reviews

    Next to Stanford University in Palo Alto, this Silicon Valley hotel features on-site dining and a modern fitness center. All guest rooms have a flat-screen cable TV.

    The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable

  • Hotel Keen
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 198 reviews

    Located in downtown Palo Alto, at Stanford University, this boutique hotel features 37-inch flats-screen cable TVs in each room. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

    Nice Chic hotel in a prime area downtown Palo alto

Hotels located in the center of Palo Alto

  • Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 64 reviews

    Located 3 mi from Stanford University, this boutique hotel features a rooftop lap pool and a spa with a steam room. It features an on-site restaurant. All rooms offer a 42-inch flat-screen TV.

    Room is clean, staff are friendly, food is delicious

  • Graduate Palo Alto
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 97 reviews

    Located in Palo Alto, 6.3 miles from Shoreline Amphitheatre, Graduate Palo Alto has accommodations with free bikes, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Great location. Very clean and good receptive staff

  • Kasa Palo Alto
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 341 reviews

    Located halfway between San Francisco and San Jose in Palo Alto, California, this hotel offers convenient, complimentary amenities just 1.9 mi from Stanford University and minutes from shopping and...

    There was no breakfast. Clean, comfy and pleasant

  • Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 342 reviews

    Only 5 minutes’ drive from Stanford University and Central Palo Alto, Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel features an outdoor pool and an on-site bar and restaurant.

    Beautiful pool, loved the balcony and hearing the fountain.

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What Guests Said About Palo Alto:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    Palo Alto is a cute city with tons of things to do.

    Palo Alto is a cute city with tons of things to do. Plenty of food options to eat at, tons of shopping, and events to go to. It is a little bit more on the pricey side but worth the visit. The farmer's market is one of our favorite things to do on Sunday when we visit.
    Christian
    United States of America
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Stanford University was nice.

    Stanford University was nice. I spent most of my time in the library, but the architecture was nice. The city is extremely expensive for food. Restaurants were very pricey, and even groceries were costly. There is a lot of homelessness and people living in campers. It is not the nightmare that San Francisco is, but it is tragic to see such affluence and poverty side-by-side.
    Travel reviewer
    Canada
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Palo Alto is an affectionately weird mix of California...

    Palo Alto is an affectionately weird mix of California egalitarianism and Silicon Valley Venture Capitalism. I only come to the city for health care at Stanford Medical Center, which is world class, all the way!
    Gary
    United States of America
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    It was a good hotel, very comfortable but if you want a meal...

    It was a good hotel, very comfortable but if you want a meal in the evening or weekend forget it. The hotel does not serve meals during those times. I will go to the Courtyard next time I am in the area.
    Thomas Arthur
  • 10
    Scored 10

    We needed a place to stay close to Stanford and Coronet...

    We needed a place to stay close to Stanford and Coronet Motel was perfect. If we need to return, we will definitely stay there again. We were so pleased with the size of the room which included a breakfast table, sofa, desk and private bedroom. It is not new, but very clean and well kept up.
    Bobby
    United States of America
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    The Stanford University campus is worth a visit and a guided...

    The Stanford University campus is worth a visit and a guided tour if you can book one. The Baylands nature preserve is a beautiful place to take a walk or just relax. Shopping and eating at the Stanford Shopping Mall with its variety of large and small shops is delightful.
    Reid

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Palo Alto

  • From $172.10 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 593 reviews
    This motel really exceeds expectations for the budget. Very clean and comfortable. If you are only one or two people I recommend the King room vs 2 beds. Has a separated bed area and living area with sofa, reducing street noise. Also small kitchenette - almost a suite. The staff were super helpful and flexible with several changes in bookings, one change in room. The location is perfect - close to Stanford and to California Ave with many restaurants etc. My second stay and I will return next time in Palo Alto.
    Amanda
    United States of America
  • From $185.32 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 227 reviews
    This is a 50's style motel that has been updated. It sits off the main road of El Camino Real with a courtyard of big oak trees and patio chairs. There is a nice pool and the area around the pool is well furnished. There is always a big jug of water with ice for refreshment. We had a corner room which was quite large and comfortable. Breakfast is brought to your door and was mostly continental, i.e. fruit, yogurt, bagel, etc. It is close to downtown Mt. View, Palo Alto, and Stanford. The value was excellent.
    Richard
    United States of America
  • From $1,364.94 per night
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 21 reviews
    This hotel is really top tier. All the employees, especially the ones at the reception treat you really like guests and not only like customers. The service is outstanding. The room is very probably the best I've been at a hotel. Everything is very comfortable and very clean. Definitely best bath room ever. The restaurant is very good, also the pantry is always filled with great food and beverages. This hotel really lives up to the all inclusive concept. Thank you for the great time there!
    Jochen
    Germany
  • From $450.93 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 940 reviews
    Dinah’s was such a lovely surprise. The pictures on Booking.com do not do the rooms justice at all. I felt like I was in a resort and the rooms were very spacious with great amenities. The hotel in general was peaceful and I felt very much at home. The staff were all so kind and helpful and even let me do an early check-in which I really appreciated. I will be visiting them again.
    madonna
    Nigeria
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 198 reviews
    John and Briana at the front desk were amazing , kind and very professional. The hotel is perfect for the price and location. My room was nice , clean and modern with a good TV set. Keep in mind this is not a luxury hotel. It’s great for the price and I feel they have attention to detail and great service. ( Coffee at the lobby is fantastic).
    Juan
    Colombia
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 859 reviews
    I liked everything. great bed, assortment of pillows including down, friendly staff, small but well kept pool area, lovely continental breakfast, quiet and clean, nice shower head and toiletries, frankly everything you would get in a luxury hotel but for a budget price. I highly recommend if you need to visit the Stanford campus.
    Lorraine
    Netherlands
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 97 reviews
    + beautiful design and attention to detail + perfect location on University Ave - in the middle of all the cute shops and restaurants Palo Alto has to offer + short walk away from Caltrain and the free shuttle to Stanford + bikes for free + attentive staff who wrote us a darling little card
    Isa
    Finland
  • From $248.76 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 226 reviews
    The location can't be beat--it's in the center of downtown and not a bad walk to Stanford University. Room prices are more affordable than competing hotels in the area. There is no shortage of great restaurants nearby. And the lobby is beautiful and inviting.
    John
    United States of America
  • From $322.75 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,017 reviews
    The Palo Alto Inn was a very nice place. The receptionist was very helpful, as well as the very nice room. Overnight was simply for travelling, but it had a great place to spend the night. This would be very helpful to spend the night again.
    Catherine
    United Kingdom
  • From $286.47 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 787 reviews
    Gorgeous little hotel, amazing space in our room. Everyone and everything was lovely, a really fab place. My 7yr old didn't want to leave. Very nice breakfast, very comfortable beds and all round a great spot.
    Amanda
    Ireland
  • From $248.76 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 226 reviews
    The staff are fantastic, especially Christian who gave us a little tour of some of the beautiful original features of the hotel. It’s so charming. Rooms were large and airy and clean.
    Chantelle
    Ireland
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 198 reviews
    Such a cute boutique hotel. The rooms are really small but all we do is sleep in there so it was not an issue. It’s right in the heart of downtown. We could walk everywhere
    jose
    United States of America
  • From $185.32 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 227 reviews
    Everything. It was so easy to access and the room was beautiful. It was so reasonable compared with other hotels in the area and, we would imagine, far superior.
    MARGARET
    United Kingdom
  • From $322.75 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,017 reviews
    The manger at The Palo Alto Inn was extremely helpful. The hotel was very clean and the location of hotel is amazing. I really loved the vibe of the place
    Garima
    India
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 410 reviews
    Location on El Camino is convenient enough, but could be closer to downtown Palo Alto. Room was decent, but only feather pillows were available.
    Neal
    United States of America
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 98 reviews
    location is excellent. Stanford university / Palo Alto downtown and Caltrain station easy to access. Room was good size and comfortable.
    Vikas
    United Kingdom
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 205 reviews
    courtyard balcony makes you feel like you’re somewhere else. but convenience of downtown Palo Alto is just a block away
    Kevin
    United States of America
  • From $1,338.18 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 66 reviews
    Great rooms and great breakfast. Very friendly staff. Also top location in Palo Alto
    Stefanos
    United States of America
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 859 reviews
    We did not ear breakfast here. Very clean comfortable place near downtown Palo Alto.
    Ruth
    United States of America
  • From $147.33 per night
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 560 reviews
    close to Palo Alto Commons.
    Susan
    United States of America

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