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The Cardinal Hotel

The Cardinal Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (390 reviews)
"Everything was great! Definitely recommend if you will be in the area"
United States
Paul
The price is AU$231
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
The Cardinal Hotel

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
5.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (440 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. "
United States
Dianne
The price is AU$719
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Hotel Keen

Hotel Keen
3.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (698 reviews)
"Great place to visit "
United States
Ernest
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Hotel Keen

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
4.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (278 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location"
United States
David
The price is AU$437
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

el PRADO

el PRADO
4.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (629 reviews)
"Clean, beautiful, and great staff. Tons of nice places within walking distance. "
United States
liz marie
The price is AU$721
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
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, (1,458 reviews)
"Great hotel "
United States
Jill
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

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, (1,523 reviews)
"Front desk staff was excellent "
United States
Blake
The price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Hyatt Place San Jose Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
25.8 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,985 reviews)
"Very nice hotel! The restaurant food and drinks were amazing !"
Japan
Risa
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
The Westin San Francisco Airport

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, (2,261 reviews)
"Great place! "
United States
Jon
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
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, (2,923 reviews)
"The room and breakfast was perfect "
United States
Daniel
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

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, (1,272 reviews)
"Amazing hotel!!!"
United States
Jayme
The price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel

Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel
3.0 star property
16.7 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Super clean, great staff and very good breakfast"
United States
Babak
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Wild Palms, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel

Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO
3.0 star property
29 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,586 reviews)
"We’ve stayed here many times and the rooms are clean, staff courteous and helpful, and location great! "
United States
Karen
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Hotel Aura SFO

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
12.4 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Service was excellent!"
United States
Justin
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Sonesta Silicon Valley

Sonesta Silicon Valley
4.0 star property
22.5 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,757 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, "
United States
Shanquella
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Sonesta Silicon Valley

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
3.5 star property
23.1 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,940 reviews)
"Location and amenities and morning breakfast was amazing "
United States
harpal
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Hotel Aluxor SFO

Hotel Aluxor SFO
2.5 star property
29.7 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,752 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Stephanie
Hotel Aluxor SFO

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
3.5 star property
23.8 km from Downtown Palo Alto
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,619 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff"
United States
Maximo Guillermo
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG

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, (2,338 reviews)
"staff was amazing hotel could use a renovation but was still perfect for what we needed"
United States
ethan
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

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, (1,151 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Great location and amenities"
United States
Shaine
The price is AU$242
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Half Moon Bay Lodge
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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
629 reviews
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine, al fresco dining
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
440 reviews
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Exterior
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
278 reviews
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Interior
The Cardinal Hotel
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
390 reviews
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Front of property
Hotel Keen
3.0 star property
8.0
Very good
698 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 Silicon Valley or San Francisco Bay.

Old Palo Alto

When in Old Palo Alto, you can plan a visit to Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium, 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.

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 San Andreas Fault Trail.

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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 Stanford Theatre and Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market 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 a restaurant and private balconies. 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 Stanford Theatre and Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market. Museum of American Heritage and Hewlett Packard House and Garage are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Palo Alto.