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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.

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
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto, hotel in Palo Alto

Newly Renovated Property. An indoor pool is featured at the Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto. Free WiFi, modern amenities and elegant décor is featured in all rooms.

Clean, convenient
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
411 reviews
Price from$350.84per 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.

The breakfast is okay. The bed is so so.
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
234 reviews
Price from$350.55per 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
207 reviews
Price from$659per 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
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$678per night
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto, hotel in Palo Alto

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.

The building was beautiful and well maintained. Wonderful Japanese gardens. Food was delicious
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
66 reviews
Price from$840per 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
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
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
942 reviews
Price from$341per 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
     · 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
     · 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
     · 866 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
     · 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 .

  • 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
     · 107 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
     · 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

  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 199 reviews
    The most disappointing part of my stay at the hotel is the breakfast. The staff explained that the food available for Monday and Tuesday is usually very low because the supply arrives on Wednesday. By Monday, the supply would normally be insufficient for all the guests. I hope the management can help the person in charge to order sufficient quantity for the guests especially for those staying on Monday and Tuesday.
    Siew Sai
    Singapore
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 942 reviews
    Loved the entire experience - the room was large as well as the bathroom with vaulted ceilings. Super comfortable and the walking paths and ponds were super soothing. We had our pets with us as well and the entire environment was great for them with easy access in and easy access out. Our new favorite hotel in Palo Alto for sure.
    laura
    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
  • From $878.16 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 100 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 $172.10 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 597 reviews
    The staff was super friendly. The room was clean and wide, over my expectations. Location was a bit far for a walk to Stanford University, but bus is available and there are so many restaurants on California Avenue near the hotel.
    Saefudin
    Japan
  • From $395.75 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 866 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 $599.55 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 472 reviews
    That's a really nice place in Palo Alto. Good if you are traveling for work. The staff was super friendly and provided with free wine tasting in the lobby. Free parking in the hotel.
    Bohdan
    United States of America
  • From $286.47 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 789 reviews
    Our go-to in Palo Alto! Super clean and cozy, quiet, private, friendly staff, accommodates late check outs, easy parking, great price. Thanks for another great stay, Zen! :)
    I_Left_my_Heart_in_SF
    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
  • From $173.75 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 $345.85 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,026 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
  • From $155.93 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 341 reviews
    This is my first time here in America, for work. I stay in this hotel for more than one month. The place is fantastic and they provide 5 stars service!
    Y
    Yihuang
    China
  • From $345.85 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,026 reviews
    Nice simple hotel, friendly staff, good amenities. Location is quite good in Palo Alto. Spacious room, clean, plenty of parking.
    Luis Miguel Silveira
    Portugal
  • From $510.50 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 411 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 $645.29 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 342 reviews
    The location is super-convenient, staff is nice, but the hotel in general is a bit dated here and there.
    IURII
    United States of America
  • From $395.75 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 866 reviews
    We did not ear breakfast here. Very clean comfortable place near downtown Palo Alto.
    Ruth
    United States of America
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 100 reviews
    Location is good , I can easily go to Stanford and old town Palo alto.
    zhaoxia
    China
  • From $599.55 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 472 reviews
    Its a nice hotel close to Stanford campus. It has all one needs.
    Pavlin
    Germany
  • From $878.16 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 100 reviews
    Location is excellent in the middle of downtown Palo Alto
    Muhamad Amar
    United States of America
  • From $248.76 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 227 reviews
    Everything. Proper old school hotel!
    Steve
    United Kingdom

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