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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Palo Alto, Palo Alto

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The Cardinal Hotel

The Cardinal Hotel

2.5 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (362)
"I like the easy access to shopping and dining. A short walk to Caltrains station is great."
United States
FLORENCE
The price is RM636
RM736 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
The Cardinal Hotel
Exterior
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

4.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (246)
"Nice place great location "
United States
Inessa
The price is RM776
RM1,020 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
Exterior detail
Hotel Keen

Hotel Keen

3.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (685)
"Great location. Small Rooms. Good value. Can’t check-in till 3 PM is a little inconvenient."
United States
Mark
The price is RM595
RM687 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel Keen
Lobby sitting area
el PRADO

el PRADO

4.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (606)
"Fantastic location. Helpful staff. Comfortable rooms. "
United States
Cora
el PRADO
Front of property
Oceano Hotel and Spa

Oceano Hotel and Spa

4.0 star property
29.2 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Great resort"
United States
David
Oceano Hotel and Spa
Exterior
Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay Lodge

3.0 star property
23.7 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1059)
"Great hotel"
United States
Brian
The price is RM503
RM591 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Half Moon Bay Lodge
Outdoor pool
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

2.5 star property
28.1 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2235)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Dixon
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
View from property
Maple Tree Inn

Maple Tree Inn

3.0 star property
15.6 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2389)
"Staff was fabulous; room always clean; loved the breakfast - looking forward to our next stay!!"
United States
Alexis
The price is RM331
RM374 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Maple Tree Inn
Exterior
Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown

3.0 star property
27 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1244)
"Room was clean and well stocked with towels; location was convenient to downtown attractions and airport; staff was friendly and helpful; secure parking available. "
United States
Kristine
The price is RM657
RM761 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Jose Airport-Downtown

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Jose Airport-Downtown

3.0 star property
24.9 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1248)
"Clean room, great breakfast, excellent staff and great price! "
United States
Liz
The price is RM426
RM486 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Jose Airport-Downtown
Meeting facility
Hotel De Anza

Hotel De Anza

4.0 star property
26.5 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"This is a beautiful well kept hotel"
United States
Dana
The price is RM439
RM511 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Hotel De Anza
Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Extended Stay America Premier Suites San Francisco Belmont

Extended Stay America Premier Suites San Francisco Belmont

2.5 star property
12.8 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (682)
"Friendly staff!"
United States
Gregory
The price is RM325
RM374 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Extended Stay America Premier Suites San Francisco Belmont
Front of property
Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel

3.5 star property
5.6 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Amazing service"
United States
Brian
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Exterior
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

4.0 star property
24.3 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1341)
"Clean room, staff"
United States
Kaoru
The price is RM657
RM863 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
American cuisine
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

4.0 star property
22.7 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2658)
"Clean room, comfortable bed, airport shuttle and excellent restaurant! "
United States
patricia
The price is RM386
RM439 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Exterior
The Westin San Francisco Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport

4.0 star property
25.9 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2045)
"Room great, location and shuttle were excellent Enjoyed 2 restaurants and Starbucks on site. "
United States
Robert
The price is RM460
RM649 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
The Westin San Francisco Airport
Exterior
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport

Hyatt Place San Jose Airport

3.0 star property
22.6 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1458)
"Clean and great location "
United States
Karen
The price is RM533
RM614 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport
Exterior
Hotel Avante - JDV by Hyatt

Hotel Avante - JDV by Hyatt

3.0 star property
11.7 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"This is a nice hotel in a convenient location. Would stay again. "
United States
LISA
The price is RM450
RM496 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Hotel Avante - JDV by Hyatt
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3.0 star property
29.6 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1517)
"Perfect location for access to the airport. Lovely staff and efficient transportation to the airport. "
United Kingdom
Teresa
The price is RM390
RM472 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel Skye SFO
Lobby sitting area
The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO

3.0 star property
26.1 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1808)
"Nice place to stay "
United States
Cindy
The Dylan at SFO
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Where to stay in Downtown Palo Alto

Find the best Downtown Palo Alto areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Stanford

You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Stanford. You might want to make time for a stop at Stanford Stadium or Stanford Shopping Center.

East Palo Alto

You'll enjoy the mountain views and restaurants in East Palo Alto. You might want to make time for a stop at San Francisco Bay or Silicon Valley.

Barron Park

While Barron Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Antonio Shopping Center and Stanford Maples Pavillion.

Old Palo Alto

When in Old Palo Alto, you can plan a visit to Stanford Stadium and Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

University South

While visiting University South, you might make a stop by sights like Stanford Theatre and Museum of American Heritage.

Top Downtown Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and staff great. As we come every so often I was pleased that a staff member remembered me."
Timothy 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
The Dylan at SFO

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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Palo Alto like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Palo Alto's Downtown Palo Alto neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Stanford Theatre as part of your Downtown Palo Alto travel plans.
What's a favourite place to stay in Downtown Palo Alto?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, el PRADO is the highest ranked property in Downtown Palo Alto. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Silicon Valley, and it offers a restaurant and private balconies. Other favourite options in the area include Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto and The Cardinal Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Downtown Palo Alto?
With 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Palo Alto to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Palo Alto area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Palo Alto, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Downtown Palo Alto.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Palo Alto?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Downtown Palo Alto are Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Stanford Theatre. Museum of American Heritage and Hewlett Packard House and Garage are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Palo Alto.