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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.

Very clean nice room.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
794 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.

The room was clean from what I could see. It was somewhat quiet except for a phantom noise I kept hearing but couldn't figure out where it was coming from.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
944 reviews
Price from$340per night
Graduate Palo Alto, hotel in Palo Alto

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.

Location is excellent in the middle of downtown Palo Alto
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
100 reviews
Price from$525per 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.

Everything
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
210 reviews
Price from$659per night
The Clement Hotel - All Inclusive Urban Resort, hotel in Palo Alto

Set in Palo Alto in the heart of Silicon Valley and 0.9 mi from Stanford University, The Clement Hotel – All Inclusive features a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub and private cabanas.

the eggs benedict was as my son said, the best he's ever had. me too. gustavo's hollandaise is delicious as is the pico de gallo. i could order breakfast anytime. so sweet.
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
22 reviews
Price from$1,079per 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.

Very clean
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
1,033 reviews
Price from$95per 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
473 reviews
Price from$309per night
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...

We didn’t eat breakfast
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
871 reviews
Price from$209per 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.

We stayed at the Westin last year for a track meet. Location was great, hotel room was fabulous & I love the bath tub!!!
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
100 reviews
Price from$629per 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
106 reviews
Price from$449per 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
     · 795 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
     · 234 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
     · 871 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.

  • The Westin Palo Alto
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 100 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 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
     · 99 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 .

  • 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

  • Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 106 reviews

    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.

    Clean room and parking in the parking garage was nice.

  • Kasa Palo Alto
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    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
     · 341 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

  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 944 reviews
    The hotel is a little gem. Gracious, lovely and full of exciting and interesting antiquities and antiques as well as asian, african and historical art and artifacts. We loved the poolside dining, the pool, the lobby, the bridge and stream with coy fish and ducks. It was great as a get away, relaxing and lovely. Also great for the grandkids who enjoyed the delish kids menus and the pool as well as feeding the ducks, fish and going on bug safaris through the gardens. Wonderful place. Hidden treasure in Palo Alto awaits.
    Susan
    United States of America
  • From $380.25 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 21 reviews
    this place oozes charm! I loved the atmosphere and the comfort. the home-like vibe makes you feel like you actually live in Palo Alto. the location is superb for the town and Stanford Uni and campus. there was great coffee in the room and it was good to see large toiletries’ bottles resulting in waste the owner was super friendly and helpful
    Magdalena
    United Kingdom
  • From $499.91 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 871 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
  • From $206.86 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 341 reviews
    The office staff was friendly & accommodating. I found the cable channel selections to be good, the bed to be comfortable, & the room to be very clean. The location was great since it is located on the main drag in Palo Alto, so it is very convenient to everything. There is free WiFi as well. I would stay at this hotel again.
    Kim Sorensen
    United States of America
  • From $147.84 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 503 reviews
    Good location (3 bus stops from transit center, most supermarkets ~1 km away, grocery, pharmacy). Room very comfortable. Bathroom was very clean, room also clean. Staff was always there, extremely helpful and polite. Fast internet connection. Price was probably the best compared to other hotels in the area.
    Konstantinos
    Greece
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 13 reviews
    The location was unreal. Right in the center of the woods, and the skylights were amazing at daybreak. The drive from Palo Alto was impressive. The winding roads and hills led us right to a quant little crossroads where you could find convenience store, and 2 dining options.
    darragh king
    Ireland
  • From $323.50 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 795 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
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 210 reviews
    The hotel is clean, quiet & the bed was most comfortable. Bathroom was spot-on & always clean. The in-room fireplace gave it a cosy feel during colder-than-usual February evenings & mornings. Turn-down service was a nice touch.
    Gerhard
    United Kingdom
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 199 reviews
    Great location for Stanford University and close to several really good restaurants and shopping. Quite a nice feel to the hotel and the rooms were very clean - loved the coffee in the room and the foyer.
    Sarah
    United Kingdom
  • From $160.55 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 601 reviews
    * Great location (walking distance to Cal Ave shops and CalTrain station & edge of Stanford) * Very clean rooms * Very reasonable price compared to other hotels in Palo Alto area
    Kaitlyn
    United States of America
  • From $345.85 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,033 reviews
    Extremely, clean and conveniently located on El Camino Real. Well priced but with amenities you might expect in a more expensive motel. Many establishments/ restaurants nearby.
    Melanie
    United States of America
  • 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
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 52 reviews
    Great place to stay while in Palo Alto! Quite close to different locations and very near WalGreens and CSV. I mostly stayed there for resting but it was great!
    Lesly
    Belgium
  • From $275.37 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 229 reviews
    Nice hotel downtown, right above a restaurant. Could not try the breakfast as it opened too late for me to be on time for my meeting.
    FRANCOISE
    France
  • From $179.27 per night
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 558 reviews
    Location near Stanford University is good. Reasonable number of restaurants nearby. Beds were comfortable. Shower water was hot.
    Reid
    United States of America
  • From $510.50 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 413 reviews
    the location on the main road in Central Palo Alto, with easily available underground parking and a very nice breakfast.
    Tilak
    United States of America
  • From $173.75 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 227 reviews
    Amazing property. Immaculate with all the amenities! Will always stay here when I need a room near Palo alto
    Knappy
    United States of America
  • 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
  • From $179.27 per night
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 558 reviews
    Nothing it was a crack hotel
    K
    KATRINA
    United States of America
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 944 reviews
    Great hotel
    Maria
    United States of America

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