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Our top choices for University South hotels

The Cardinal Hotel

The Cardinal Hotel
2.5 star property
University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (414 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$234
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
The Cardinal Hotel

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
4.0 star property
University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (308 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location"
United States
David
The price is AU$416
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

el PRADO

el PRADO
4.0 star property
University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (636 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, perfect location, friendly staff, lovely coffee service. "
United States
Stephanie
The price is AU$495
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
el PRADO

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
5.0 star property
University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (445 reviews)
"Loved the clean room and a very friendly staff."
United States
Jill
The price is AU$737
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Crowper Inn

Crowper Inn
2.0 star property
University South
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Nice location, good atmosphere, and very comfortable."
United States
colin
The price is AU$527
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Crowper Inn

Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
26.3 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,256 reviews)
"Convenient location. "
United States
Michelle
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Aloft San Francisco Airport

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
4.0 star property
23.1 km from University South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,940 reviews)
"Room was clean Staff were amazing"
United States
Mele
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Element Santa Clara

Element Santa Clara
3.0 star property
18.5 km from University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (959 reviews)
"Clean, basic room, with mini kitchen. Pool, laundry, gym. Nice outdoor space. Close to SJ airport. Easy parking. Friendly staff. "
United States
Danielle
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Element Santa Clara

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
25.2 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,831 reviews)
"Great for an airport stay"
United States
Gary
The price is AU$223
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
15.9 km from University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (964 reviews)
"Very clean and beautiful accommodations "
United States
Beth
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Green Acres, 4.6 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,344 reviews)
"Clean room, easy check in and out with a great breakfast!"
United States
Kim
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West
3.0 star property
28.4 km from University South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,633 reviews)
"Clean and easy access going to sfo airport"
Canada
myline
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

Hilton Garden Inn Cupertino

Hilton Garden Inn Cupertino
3.0 star property
17.6 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good comfortable basic hotel, conveniently located."
Canada
Andrew
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Hilton Garden Inn Cupertino

Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO
3.0 star property
30 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,714 reviews)
"Clean, renovated, hotel with convenient location to SFO. "
United States
Rebecca
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Hotel Skye SFO

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
23.7 km from University South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,508 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, clean, Starbucks onsite, and great breakfast choices."
United States
Fritz Lou
The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

Aloft Cupertino

Aloft Cupertino
3.0 star property
17.2 km from University South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was nice and clean and the pool is amazing "
United States
Omphemetse
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Aloft Cupertino

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley
3.0 star property
15.9 km from University South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Breakfast was a great spread with lots of options, the room was nice and clean as well as the whole property. we especially loved the basketball court and mini golf area. would absolutely stay here again. "
United States
laura
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Jose North/Silicon Valley

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
3.0 star property
12.2 km from University South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff were nice and the room and property was clean. I would definitely stay here again."
United States
Michael
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA

Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport

Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
20.5 km from University South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (595 reviews)
"Great accommodations and service!!!"
United States
Karina
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Spark by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO
3.0 star property
29.4 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,612 reviews)
"Great room and accommodation. Friendly staff. "
United States
Richard
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Hotel Aura SFO
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Compare popular hotels in University South

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
636 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
445 reviews
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Exterior
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
308 reviews
View
Interior
The Cardinal Hotel
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
414 reviews
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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Crowper Inn
2.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
3 reviews
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Our guide on where to stay in University South

Find the best University South 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.

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.

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.

Ventura

Though Ventura may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palo Alto Art Center and Stanford Stadium.

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Frequently asked questions

What is University South like?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Palo Alto's University South neighbourhood. Are you looking for University South travel tips? Make sure that you visit Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Stanford Theatre while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in University South?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, el PRADO is the highest ranked property in University South. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Stanford University, and it offers private balconies and a fitness centre. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Nobu Hotel Palo Alto and Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto.
How many hotels will I find in the University South area?
Expedia has 41 hotels and other accommodation options in University South to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Palo Alto area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in University South, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in University South.
What can I see and do in this Palo Alto neighbourhood?
Landmarks in University South that you won't want to miss include Stanford Theatre and Hewlett Packard House and Garage. Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market and Museum of American Heritage are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around University South include Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center, Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo and Stanford University Arboretum. While you're out sightseeing in Palo Alto, make sure that you visit other sights such as Rinconada Park or Sunset Headquarters and Gardens.