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The Cardinal Hotel

The Cardinal Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (409 reviews)
"A hotel with a great personality in the heart of downtown Palo Alto. Great location and quaint atmosphere. Had a wonderful stay and would definitely come back. "
United States
Kasey
The price is AU$256
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
The Cardinal Hotel

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
4.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (301 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location"
United States
David
The price is AU$401
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Hotel Keen

Hotel Keen
3.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (711 reviews)
"Great location, always a good stay!"
United States
Christine
The price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Hotel Keen

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
5.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (442 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. "
United States
Dianne
The price is AU$690
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

el PRADO

el PRADO
4.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (635 reviews)
"Clean, beautiful, and great staff. Tons of nice places within walking distance. "
United States
liz marie
The price is AU$494
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
el PRADO

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
23.3 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,489 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, clean, Starbucks onsite, and great breakfast choices."
United States
Fritz Lou
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

Aloft Cupertino

Aloft Cupertino
3.0 star property
17.5 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was nice and clean and the pool is amazing "
United States
Omphemetse
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Aloft Cupertino

Element Santa Clara

Element Santa Clara
3.0 star property
18.9 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (943 reviews)
"Yes everything was fantastic. "
United States
Vianney
The price is AU$223
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Element Santa Clara

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3.5 star property
28 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,365 reviews)
"The staff was excelent with us and good food."
United States
Walkiria
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

Carlyle Hotel

Carlyle Hotel
3.0 star property
27.3 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very convenient- welcoming staff - good price! "
United States
Michael C.
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Carlyle Hotel

Good Nite Inn Fremont

Good Nite Inn Fremont
2.0 star property
19.2 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,103 reviews)
"Clean room easy parking Good location "
United States
Habib
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Good Nite Inn Fremont

Aristocrat Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Aristocrat Hotel, BW Signature Collection
2.5 star property
23.9 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable. Staff friendly. "
United States
Janine
The price is AU$258
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Aristocrat Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
2.0 star property
29.1 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (659 reviews)
"Friendly staff, good location, clean facilities."
United States
Ran
The price is AU$255
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Harbor View Inn

Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport

Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport
2.5 star property
25.1 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean rooms, all the conveniences needed to make the stay great! "
United States
Justina
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Vagabond Inn Executive San Francisco Airport

Hotel Aluxor SFO

Hotel Aluxor SFO
2.5 star property
29.7 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,865 reviews)
"Hotel was very nice for the price"
United States
Daniel
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Hotel Aluxor SFO

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
8 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,316 reviews)
"It was great very clean rooms"
United States
Joel
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
25.9 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,246 reviews)
"Great place"
Canada
Mark
The price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Aloft San Francisco Airport

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, (2,929 reviews)
"Convenient location close to the airport. The hotel was nice and excellent staff."
United States
Shawna
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport

Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
21 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (565 reviews)
"Love the dog walk around the hotel so convenient!"
United States
Suenia
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport

The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
9.3 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,216 reviews)
"Great place! "
United States
michael
The price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
The Ameswell Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Palo Alto

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Outdoor wedding area
el PRADO
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
635 reviews
View
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine, al fresco dining
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
442 reviews
View
Exterior
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
301 reviews
View
Interior
The Cardinal Hotel
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
409 reviews
View
Front of property
Hotel Keen
3.0 star property
8.0
Very good
711 reviews
View

Our guide on 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.

University South

While visiting University South, you might make a stop by sights like Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Stanford Theatre.

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.

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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 15-minute walk from Stanford University, and it offers private balconies and a fitness centre. Other favourite options in the area include Nobu Hotel Palo Alto and Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto.
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.