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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...

Peaceful and clean
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
862 reviews
Price from$209per 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.

Location was our key need, was close to Stanford Children's hospital. Staff was also very friendly and helped us check in a little early which was nice.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
789 reviews
Price from$209per 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.

This was our second visit to Dinah's, we stayed 4 nights this visit. We loved the staff, the location, the grounds, the room, the restaurant-- they have a beautiful set up, with a koi and duck pond weaving through the property, and all these beautiful flowering trees, plants, and bushes throughout the grounds. Really nice!
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
940 reviews
Price from$341per 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.

The bathroom lighting wasn’t great but overall everything was awesome
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
341 reviews
Price from$464per 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.

Luxury
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
206 reviews
Price from$659per 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.

Beautiful historic hotel. Friendly staff.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
227 reviews
Price from$215per 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.

Was somewhat close to our destination
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
472 reviews
Price from$309per 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....

The room was large, clean, & comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful. I was thrilled there were laundry facilities - also clean and well-maintained.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
98 reviews
Price from$327.59per 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...

location and cleanliness
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
340 reviews
Price from$211.19per night
Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos, hotel in Palo Alto

Located among landscaped gardens, this hotel features an outdoor pool, a hot tub and a gym. All rooms feature a work desk. Stanford University Campus is 3 mi away.

Nice Happy Hour though we didn’t participate but pizza, popcorn and fresh chips were available. Free parking.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
107 reviews
Price from$439per night
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  • The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 789 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
     · 232 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
     · 862 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
     · 81 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
     · 99 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
     · 199 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
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 99 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
     · 340 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 $173.75 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 228 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 $361.04 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 862 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
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 52 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 $248.76 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 227 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 $345.85 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,022 reviews
    The location, the facilities, and particularly the treatment received from management and staff - very kind, accommodating and helpful above and beyond. The Palo Alto Inn is highly recommendable and would definitely repeat a stay here.
    Olivia
    Spain
  • From $866.59 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 206 reviews
    excellent location near restaurants and shops on university avenue. hotel staff friendly and professional. greeted all times politely. hotel room is outstanding. luxury and beautiful. very comfortable stay and worth the money spent!
    Muhamad Amar
    United States of America
  • From $172.10 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 594 reviews
    Basic, clean, large, in perfect location . Simple old family place. We paid 3x as much for a hotel five minutes away and it was smaller and very snobby staff. This hotel is a gem tucked away in the middle of everything nearby!
    Maggie
    United States of America
  • From $866.59 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 206 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
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 199 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 $167.48 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 342 reviews
    The location was very good. I was in Palo Alto yo visit Stanford Medical Center. Of the reasonably-priced hotels, it's the closest to the campus.
    Michael
    United States of America
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 195 reviews
    lovely hotel in a very smart town. Delicious breakfast in opposite hotel. I’d say one of the best breakfasts we had during our stay in California.
    A
    Anonymous
    United Kingdom
  • From $563.50 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 472 reviews
    The room was clean and nicely updated, and the rooms are large. The hotel is nicely located near Stanford if you need to be near the university.
    LisaC_SF
    United States of America
  • From $248.76 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 227 reviews
    - nice charme in a very central location - super friendly staff - I was able to have my luggage kept at the hotel on the day of the check-out
    Julia
    Switzerland
  • From $878.16 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 99 reviews
    Upscale hotel. Weekend stay was reasonable and free street parking. Safe comfortable hotel on the Main Street in Palo Alto.
    Paul
    United States of America
  • From $147.84 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 504 reviews
    Convenient for Palo Alto and car hire centres. Hobee's is a great place for breakfast - just 2 mins walk away.
    Wim Jenkins
    United Kingdom
  • From $172.10 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 594 reviews
    It is a great convenient hotel with nice clean rooms and a friendly staff. The location can't be beat.
    Gregory
    United States of America
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 940 reviews
    Lovely place to stay in an hotel with its own unique Identity and setting, gardens. Large rooms
    Brian
    Ireland
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 940 reviews
    Lovely clean property with beautiful lagoon in excellent location, nearby to Palo Alto.
    Regina
    United States of America
  • From $361.04 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 862 reviews
    We did not ear breakfast here. Very clean comfortable place near downtown Palo Alto.
    Ruth
    United States of America
  • From $1,140.49 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 99 reviews
    Location is good , I can easily go to Stanford and old town Palo alto.
    zhaoxia
    China

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