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This weekend
7 Aug - 9 Aug
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14 Aug - 16 Aug

Our top choices for Palo Alto historic hotels

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1. Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
Mountain View
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,405 reviews)
"The staff was amazing. The rooms were very clean and the amenities were as advertised."
United States
G. Aaron
The price is AU$267
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
Exterior

2. Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel

Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
3.5 star property
Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Very close to Stanford and walking distance to restaurants."
United States
Shane
The price is AU$310
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel
Exterior

3. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Green Acres
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,429 reviews)
"Enjoyable breakfast … enjoyed my stay."
United States
MARK
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Property grounds

4. Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
3.5 star property
Barron Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,855 reviews)
"Beautiful place"
United States
Miriam
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Creekside Inn
View from property

5. AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto

AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto
3.5 star property
Charleston Gardens
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (266 reviews)
"Clean rooms, nice breakfast."
United States
Hemant
The price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto
Terrace/patio

6. The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
3.5 star property
Ventura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, nicely appointed room, really comfortable bed, very helpful staff."
United States
Allison
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
Terrace/patio

7. Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto

Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Charleston Meadows
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and was really helpful with everything I need, the room was clean."
United States
Linda
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Palo Alto
Front of property

8. The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
Mountain View
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,388 reviews)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff"
United States
fernando
The price is AU$300
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
The Ameswell Hotel
View from room

9. Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
Palo Alto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel!"
United Kingdom
Christopher
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Meeting facility

10. Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos

Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos
3.0 star property
North Los Altos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (975 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
David
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Courtyard Palo Alto Los Altos
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Top Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

10/10 Excellent
"The experience was excellent overall. I did have a couple of issues: (1) The fire alarm in my room went off three or four times starting at 7:30 AM one morning. It also went off at about 7:35 and 7:40 and possibly at 7:45. I reported it to the front desk clerk that morning and she was going to have the facilities person take a look at it later that day. I never got any feedback, so I went to a different front desk clerk that evening and she had no information about it. I was concerned that it would go off again the following morning, but thankfully it did not. (I was in room 307.) (2) The breakfast was very good overall, but the oatmeal was very watery. One morning it was almost all liquid as people had fished out the oatmeal. It needs to be made thicker so that this doesn't happen. Thank you for asking for feedback!"
Al 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

Frequently asked questions

What should I expect on my historical trip to Palo Alto?
A trip to the sights with historical relevance in Palo Alto is likely on top of your travel itinerary. While you're here, you might want to visit the university campus and major shopping area. You can also take some time enjoying the picturesque gardens.
How many historical hotels are located in Palo Alto?
In Palo Alto, there are 176 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the top historical places and other sights to visit in Palo Alto?
Palo Alto is notable for landmarks like Stanford Theatre, Hoover Tower and Hewlett Packard House and Garage. Cultural venues include Bing Concert Hall, Cantor Arts Center and Leland Stanford Junior University Museum of Art. San Francisco Bay is another popular sight to explore.
What is a historic hotel like in Palo Alto?
When you choose a historic hotel, you'll stay someplace that has an officially recognised historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Palo Alto, giving a historical feel.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Palo Alto have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Palo Alto, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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