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Our top choices for University South hotels

A restaurant with outdoor seating surrounded by a garden path and various plants.

1. Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
5.0 star property
University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (470 reviews)
"Well located in downtown Palo Alto so very walkable with good restaurants nearby"
United States
Ariane
The price is ฿16,396
฿18,970 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
An outdoor courtyard with a round table, potted plants, and a hanging lantern.

2. el PRADO

el PRADO
4.0 star property
University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (682 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and the room was perfect."
United States
Marissa
The price is ฿11,739
฿13,581 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
el PRADO
An outdoor patio with a brick fireplace, string lights, wicker furniture, and a view of the city skyline.

3. Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto

Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
4.0 star property
University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (380 reviews)
"Clean, historic, cute building, central location."
United States
Nancy
The price is ฿7,121
฿9,232 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Graduate by Hilton Palo Alto
A bedroom with a large bed, a hanging light fixture, floral wallpaper, and a framed picture on the wall.

4. Cowper Inn

Cowper Inn
2.0 star property
University South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Nice location, good atmosphere, and very comfortable."
United States
colin
The price is ฿9,049
฿10,452 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Cowper Inn
A modern dining area with a large table, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

5. 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, (1,203 reviews)
"Great overall stay!"
United States
Ashley
The price is ฿4,069
฿4,677 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
A stone bridge with metal railings leading to a building with a balcony.

6. Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
3.5 star property
Barron Park, 3.4 km from University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,916 reviews)
"I really enjoyed staying here"
United States
Ian
The price is ฿5,040
฿5,831 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Creekside Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a flat-screen TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View

Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
2.5 star property
8.7 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great rooms, helpful staff, affordable price"
United States
Tejas
The price is ฿3,822
฿4,211 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Mountain View
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
3 km from University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
CHAD
The price is ฿4,466
฿5,258 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Menlo Park Inn
An outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola, wicker furniture, a fire feature, and string lights.

9. The Nest Hotel Palo Alto

The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
3.5 star property
Ventura, 3.8 km from University South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice location and clean room and nice breakfast. Great stay thank you."
United States
Rika
The price is ฿3,677
฿4,254 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Nest Hotel Palo Alto
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a pool.

10. Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
7.6 km from University South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,464 reviews)
"Absolutely the best hotel ever!"
United States
Angelica
The price is ฿5,667
฿6,244 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

11. The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
8.9 km from University South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,492 reviews)
"Very nice hotel super nice and clean would most definitely stay there again"
United States
Andrea
The price is ฿5,672
฿6,335 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Ameswell Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with blue and white seating areas, surrounded by glass walls and modern lighting.

12. Aloft by Marriott Cupertino

Aloft by Marriott Cupertino
3.0 star property
17.1 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,148 reviews)
"Very nice stay."
United States
John
The price is ฿3,742
฿4,198 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Aloft by Marriott Cupertino
A modern outdoor lounge area with seating, fire pits, and large umbrellas.

13. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
23.7 km from University South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,613 reviews)
"Everything about this hotel was wonderful. Clean, safe, staff, airport shuttle, food and bar. Will definitely stay here again."
United States
Karen
The price is ฿4,656
฿5,294 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, and a large glass door leading outside.

14. Holiday Inn Express Fremont-Milpitas Central by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Fremont-Milpitas Central by IHG
2.5 star property
17.7 km from University South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Jazmin
The price is ฿3,420
฿3,769 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Fremont-Milpitas Central by IHG
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a curved wooden balcony, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

15. Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
2.5 star property
21.1 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,415 reviews)
"Had to stay overnight often in San Mateo, this will very likely be my go to place to stay when traveling. Breakfast was great, and room was clean and comfortable."
United States
Miguel
The price is ฿4,526
฿5,203 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

16. Atherton Park Inn & Suites

Atherton Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
5.8 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place/location."
United States
Marshall
The price is ฿4,238
฿4,784 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Atherton Park Inn & Suites
A landscaped garden with a palm tree, bamboo fence, and a small shrub.

17. 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, (1,474 reviews)
"Good place to stay for a night!"
United States
Trae
The price is ฿3,918
฿4,533 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, stone walls, and a modern building in the background.

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
2.5 star property
12.6 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"“Great stay! Clean rooms, comfy bed, and a really good breakfast to start the day. Friendly staff and everything felt smooth and easy. Would definitely stay again!”"
United States
ARTAK
The price is ฿3,742
฿4,301 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Belmont Redwood Shores
A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a seating area with armchairs.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley

Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley
3.0 star property
14.9 km from University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,126 reviews)
"Clean room, good location,"
United States
Clarence
The price is ฿3,152
฿3,593 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley
A modern bar area with wooden cabinets, a flat-screen TV, and blue bar stools.

20. Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
3.0 star property
12.5 km from University South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (695 reviews)
"Very friendly staff Breakfast was very good"
United States
Laura
The price is ฿4,527
฿5,237 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hyatt Place San Carlos
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Where to stay in University South

Find the best University South 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.

Midtown

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

Top University South Hotel Reviews

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Convenient with frequent shuttle and close location- very quiet- well appointed large comfortable rooms- good price-would stay again"
Andrew 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

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?
If you're searching for places to stay in Palo Alto, choose from one of Expedia's 17 hotels and other accommodation options in University South.
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.