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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
863 reviews
Price from$169per 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
994 reviews
Price from$155per night
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto, hotel in Palo Alto

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.

8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
778 reviews
Price from$169per night
Dinah's Garden Hotel, hotel in Palo Alto

Surrounded by lagoons filled with Koi and waterfalls, this hotel is 3.5-miles from downtown Palo Alto. All rooms have free fiber-optic Wi-Fi and a 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable.

9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
929 reviews
Price from$299per 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
344 reviews
Price from$489per 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
217 reviews
Price from$215per 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
225 reviews
Price from$224.10per 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
418 reviews
Price from$279per night
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto, hotel in Palo Alto

Located in Palo Alto, The Nest Hotel Palo Alto features an on-site wine bar. Each stylish room includes free WiFi. Free guest parking is available. Stanford University is 1.8 mi away.

8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
482 reviews
Price from$284per 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
198 reviews
Price from$659per night
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Palo Alto's best hotels with breakfast

  • The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
    Breakfast options

    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.

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 781 reviews
  • Crowne Plaza Cabana Hotel, an IHG Hotel
    Breakfast options

    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.

    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 225 reviews
  • The Creekside Inn
    Breakfast options

    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.

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 863 reviews
  • Hotel Citrine, Palo Alto, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
    Breakfast options

    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.

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 79 reviews
  • Homewood Suites by Hilton Palo Alto
    Breakfast options

    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.

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 98 reviews
  • Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
    Breakfast options

    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 .

    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 64 reviews
  • The Westin Palo Alto
    Breakfast options

    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

    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 96 reviews
  • Hotel Keen
    Breakfast options

    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

    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 199 reviews

Hotels located in the center of Palo Alto

  • Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
    Central location

    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

    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 64 reviews
  • Graduate Palo Alto
    Central location

    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

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 92 reviews
  • Kasa Palo Alto
    Central location

    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

    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 344 reviews
  • Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
    Central location

    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.

    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 344 reviews

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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 $513.71 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 199 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
  • From $385.12 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 994 reviews
    The staff is always there and always helpful. They helped with lots of practical things. The rooms are well-maintained. There are two nice seating areas outside and on a balcony. And the location is Palo Alto is near everything i needed. It doesn't have amenities like a pool and a spa, but I did not need that.
    Jan
    Netherlands
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 50 reviews
    I stayed at the house for 10 days and it was a great experience. In addition to the house being excellent and well located, the hosts are good people and the community that lives and visits the house is very inspiring. When I return to Palo Alto I will definitely stay there again
    Leonel
    Brazil
  • From $431.34 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 482 reviews
    The accommodations and lobby were modern, clean, and attractive. The check-in process was efficient. The location was good, walking distance to several coffee shops and restaurants (although driving was necessary to get to Stanford University and downtown Palo Alto).
    Peter
    United States of America
  • From $248.76 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 217 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 $298.04 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 781 reviews
    I was in the hotel for the 2nd time this year and was once again satisfied. The room is quiet, breakfast good. Everyone was helpful and very friendly. Not only was the bed great but also the pillows very good. I felt very comfortable.
    Heinrich
    Germany
  • From $233.73 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 863 reviews
    The suite we were in was exceptionally clean. Accommodations and furnishings were esthetically pleasing. The hotel grounds and landscape was so nice and pleasant. Location was perfect for our trip.
    J
    JEFF
    United States of America
  • From $385.12 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 994 reviews
    Fantastic gem of a hotel in Palo Alto. Very clean and well furnished room, which was great value for money. Staff were also very helpful in arranging for luggage storage after we checked out
    Jean
    Singapore
  • From $298.04 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 781 reviews
    We come to Palo Alto because my Husband needs care from the VA we stay so that I don't need to drive in the dark. The Zen has been so accommodating to are needs they are our go to place
    Barbara
    United States of America
  • From $866.59 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 199 reviews
    The Staff were awesome and the rooms were very pretty and clean. The location of the hotel was also fantastic as it was basically in the city centre. I will definitely stay here again
    madonna
    Nigeria
  • From $427.80 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 929 reviews
    Everything. Especially the "river" of water with fountains just outside our room. Breakfast beside the pool was great on a sunny Palo Alto morning. We loved our stay
    Janet
    United States of America
  • From $457.26 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 418 reviews
    -Great location -Facilities are modern, comfortable and super clean. -Staff are friendly and upfront. One of my top hotels in Palo Alto area.
    Liv
    United Arab Emirates
  • From $513.71 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 199 reviews
    Location is great, close to the Palo Alto station, bars and restaurant and Stanford university. The staff was friendly. Breakfast is nice.
    Anna
    United States of America
  • From $850.08 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 96 reviews
    location is excellent. Stanford university / Palo Alto downtown and Caltrain station easy to access. Room was good size and comfortable.
    Vikas
    United Kingdom
  • From $147.33 per night
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 562 reviews
    Near Stanford, food. Nice breakfast with great blueberry waffles. Front desk staff - great! Microwaves & fridge!
    Andrea
    United States of America
  • From $427.80 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 929 reviews
    A conveniently located hotel with a beautiful garden. The room size is decent, also has a balcony.
    hengwang49
    United States of America
  • From $866.59 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 199 reviews
    Close to everything in downtown Palo Alto. Clean, comfortable, nicely decorated rooms
    Emiliana
    United States of America
  • From $1,239.83 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 64 reviews
    Great rooms and great breakfast. Very friendly staff. Also top location in Palo Alto
    Stefanos
    United States of America
  • From $431.34 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 482 reviews
    Its a nice hotel close to Stanford campus. It has all one needs.
    Pavlin
    Germany
  • From $581.97 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 79 reviews
    Very nice hotel. Friendly staff.
    Miguel
    Portugal

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