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Our top choices for Downtown Palo Alto hotels

An outdoor courtyard with a round table, potted plants, and a hanging lantern.

1. el PRADO

el PRADO
4.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (686 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and the room was perfect."
United States
Marissa
The price is ฿11,825
฿13,681 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
el PRADO
A restaurant with outdoor seating surrounded by a garden path and various plants.

2. Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
5.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (473 reviews)
"Great location, nice breakfast in a beautiful garden"
United States
Charles
The price is ฿15,098
฿17,468 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
A grand lobby with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, and ornate columns.

3. The Cardinal Hotel

The Cardinal Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (514 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and really well located in downtown."
United States
Sherry
The price is ฿5,506
฿6,370 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
The Cardinal Hotel
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a visible entrance, and a car parked outside.

4. Hotel Keen

Hotel Keen
3.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (769 reviews)
"Coffee machine was key!"
United States
Charles
The price is ฿4,511
฿5,219 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Hotel Keen
An outdoor patio with a brick fireplace, string lights, wicker furniture, and a view of the city skyline.

5. Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
4.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (393 reviews)
"Great location, neat decorations"
United States
Dimitris
The price is ฿5,646
฿7,533 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
A stone bridge with metal railings leading to a building with a balcony.

6. Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
3.5 star property
Barron Park, 3.7 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,920 reviews)
"I really enjoyed staying here"
United States
Ian
The price is ฿4,074
฿4,713 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Creekside Inn
An outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola, wicker furniture, a fire feature, and string lights.

7. The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
3.5 star property
Ventura, 4.2 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice location and clean room and nice breakfast. Great stay thank you."
United States
Rika
The price is ฿3,314
฿3,834 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
A Menlo Park Inn building with a parking lot and a row of rooms.

8. Menlo Park Inn

Menlo Park Inn
3.0 star property
2.5 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
CHAD
The price is ฿4,274
฿5,032 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Menlo Park Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

9. Atherton Park Inn & Suites

Atherton Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
5.4 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was great, welcoming, helpful. Traffic outside was a bit noisy at night, but still a very nice stay."
United States
Judith L
The price is ฿4,368
฿4,930 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Atherton Park Inn & Suites
A hotel reception area with a welcome sign, a vending machine, and a coffee machine.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
2.5 star property
9.1 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great rooms, helpful staff, affordable price"
United States
Tejas
The price is ฿3,573
฿3,937 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
A landscaped garden with a palm tree, bamboo fence, and a small shrub.

11. The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Green Acres, 4.9 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,490 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay. I plan to go back"
United States
Sophia
The price is ฿3,352
฿3,878 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
A serene garden with a pond, lush greenery, and a traditional stone lion statue.

12. Dinah's Garden Hotel

Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
5.6 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Megan
The price is ฿4,871
฿5,636 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Dinah's Garden Hotel
A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and surrounding tall trees.

13. The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
5.5 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The stay was pleasant enough."
United States
Youssef
The price is ฿2,598
฿3,001 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Palo Alto Inn
A modern bar area with wooden cabinets, a flat-screen TV, and blue bar stools.

14. Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
3.0 star property
12.1 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (707 reviews)
"Very friendly staff Breakfast was very good"
United States
Laura
The price is ฿4,558
฿5,274 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Hyatt Place San Carlos
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

15. The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
9.3 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,523 reviews)
"You will be very satisfied with your stay…."
United States
Cherie
The price is ฿5,426
฿6,061 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Ameswell Hotel
A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
15.5 km from Downtown Palo Alto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,224 reviews)
"Great overall stay!"
United States
Ashley
The price is ฿3,573
฿4,107 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a television, and a small plant.

17. Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
2.5 star property
8.7 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,084 reviews)
"I always stay there when in the bay area"
United States
Virginia
The price is ฿3,208
฿3,623 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a building with a sign reading 'LOBBY'.

18. Best Western Silicon Valley Inn

Best Western Silicon Valley Inn
2.5 star property
13 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"all was excellent"
United States
Leonard
The price is ฿3,537
฿3,986 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Best Western Silicon Valley Inn
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a pool.

19. 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, (1,475 reviews)
"Absolutely the best hotel ever!"
United States
Angelica
The price is ฿5,134
฿5,658 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a television.

20. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Downtown Palo Alto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"It's a nice , clean room with friendly staff at a reasonable price"
United States
John
The price is ฿4,018
฿4,618 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
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Compare top hotels in Downtown Palo Alto

An outdoor courtyard with a round table, potted plants, and a hanging lantern.

el PRADO

4.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
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A restaurant with outdoor seating surrounded by a garden path and various plants.

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

5.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
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A grand lobby with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, and ornate columns.

The Cardinal Hotel

2.5 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
View
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a visible entrance, and a car parked outside.

Hotel Keen

3.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
View
An outdoor patio with a brick fireplace, string lights, wicker furniture, and a view of the city skyline.

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

4.0 star property
Downtown Palo Alto
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9.4
Exceptional
686 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
473 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
514 reviews
8.2
Very good
769 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
393 reviews
The price is ฿11,825
฿13,681 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The price is ฿15,098
฿17,468 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
The price is ฿5,506
฿6,370 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
The price is ฿4,511
฿5,219 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
The price is ฿5,646
฿7,533 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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Where to stay in Downtown Palo Alto

Find the best Downtown Palo Alto areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A university campus with a prominent clock tower, red-roofed buildings, and a central green space.

Stanford

You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Stanford. You might want to make time for a stop at Hoover Tower or Stanford Stadium.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a cityscape with modern buildings.

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.

An aerial view of a city with a prominent road, green spaces, and buildings.

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.

A stone corridor with arches and columns, leading to a door at the end.

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.

A university campus with red-roofed buildings, a prominent clock tower, and a sunset sky.

University South

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

Top Downtown Palo Alto Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed here for one night to catch an early flight out of SFO, The staff was super friendly and helpful and the shuttle was prompt and efficient. I would definitely recommend this hotel for airport travel."
Ellen 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

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?
When you want to find places to stay in Palo Alto, start by booking one of Expedia's 8 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Palo Alto.
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.