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The Ameswell Hotel
The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
Mountain View
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,190 reviews)
Feel the luxury of this Mountain View hotel with outdoor pool and massage services at Roger Restaurant and Bar. Just a 10-minute drive from Levi's Stadium and Shoreline Amphitheatre, with easy access to NASA Station.
The price is $137
$153 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 27 - Feb 28
The Ameswell Hotel
Exterior
Oak Motel Palo Alto
Oak Motel Palo Alto
2.0 star property
Palo Alto
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
Conveniently located near San Antonio Shopping Center, this motel offers an outdoor pool for afternoon dips. Free WiFi and parking add value while Stanford University and Shoreline Amphitheatre are just a short drive away.
The price is $84
$97 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Oak Motel Palo Alto
Two Queens Deluxe Room | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
2.5 star property
Centennial
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,618 reviews)
This quiet hotel near the freeway offers a serene outdoor pool and coffee shop. Located just a short drive from San Francisco Bay and Stanford, it's close to Fox Theatre with free WiFi and parking.
The price is $85
$96 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Living area
Walk to Google 3BR Home Yard & Kitchen
Walk to Google 3BR Home Yard & Kitchen
2.0 star property
North Whisman
Relax in this spacious vacation home just minutes from Levi's Stadium and Silicon Valley attractions. Free WiFi and parking make exploring easy, while nearby Shoreline Amphitheatre offers entertainment options. The Bayshore NASA Station is a short walk away for convenient regional transit.
The price is $6,000
$6,759 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Walk to Google 3BR Home Yard & Kitchen
Poolside bar
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
Mountain View
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,278 reviews)
Immerse in luxury at this Mountain View hotel, just a 15-minute walk from Shoreline Amphitheatre. Enjoy the outdoor pool, poolside bar, and coffee shop. The 24-hour fitness center and free parking enhance your Silicon Valley experience.
The price is $149
$164 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
Interior
The Cardinal Hotel
The Cardinal Hotel
2.5 star property
University South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (395 reviews)
The price is $145
$168 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 14 - Feb 15
The Cardinal Hotel
Lobby
Comfort Inn Palo Alto
Comfort Inn Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
Enjoy a serene stay in this Art Deco hotel offering complimentary continental breakfast and convenient access to Stanford University. Just a short drive from San Francisco Bay and Shoreline Amphitheatre, with clean rooms and attentive staff to enhance your visit.
The price is $85
$98 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Comfort Inn Palo Alto
House (2 Bedrooms) | Living area
@ Marbella Lane - Convenient Home in Sunnyvale
@ Marbella Lane - Convenient Home in Sunnyvale
3.0 star property
Sunnyvale
The price is $299
$561 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
@ Marbella Lane - Convenient Home in Sunnyvale
Outdoor banquet area
The Palo Alto Inn
The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
Palo Alto Orchards
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
Escape to a tranquil oasis minutes from Stanford University and Silicon Valley attractions. Beautiful flower gardens and peaceful patios create a refreshing atmosphere. Rooms include microwaves and fridges, while nearby hiking trails offer adventure.
The price is $93
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
The Palo Alto Inn
Courtyard
Redwood Creek Inn
Redwood Creek Inn
2.5 star property
Roosevelt
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (629 reviews)
Escape to a peaceful haven near Silicon Valley with free breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Just a 5-minute walk from Redwood City Station and close to Fox Theatre, this quiet retreat offers in-room refrigerators and helpful staff ready to assist.
The price is $137
$155 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Redwood Creek Inn
Property grounds
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto
2.5 star property
Ventura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (514 reviews)
Wake up 5 minutes from Stanford University at this comfortable inn. Enjoy free continental breakfast, WiFi, and parking—ideal for campus visits. Stanford Medical Center and Shoreline Amphitheatre are a short drive away, with California Ave Station just an 18-minute walk.
The price is $176
$203 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 14 - Feb 15
Stanford Motor Inn Palo Alto
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Dinah's Garden Hotel
Dinah's Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
Palo Alto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
Escape to this boutique Palo Alto hotel where lush gardens, fountains, and tropical plants frame a refreshing outdoor pool. Just 10 minutes from Stanford University with easy access to Silicon Valley attractions and nearby cafés.
The price is $155
$179 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 14 - Mar 15
Dinah's Garden Hotel
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mountain View Silicon Valley by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mountain View Silicon Valley by IHG
2.5 star property
North Whisman
7.8 out of 10, Good, (554 reviews)
Escape to this peaceful Mountain View hotel just minutes from Shoreline Amphitheatre and Silicon Valley's tech hub. Wake up to complimentary breakfast before exploring nearby hiking trails or unwinding in the quiet atmosphere travelers love. Free WiFi and parking add value.
The price is $113
$129 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 14 - Feb 15
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mountain View Silicon Valley by IHG
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Travel Inn
Travel Inn
2.5 star property
Sunnyvale
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
The price is $79
$89 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 21 - Feb 22
Travel Inn
Bar (on property)
Aloft Mountain View
Aloft Mountain View
3.0 star property
Mountain View
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
Unwind in this quiet retreat with a vibrant bar/lounge and refreshing outdoor pool just 10 minutes from Silicon Valley attractions. Clean rooms and helpful staff earn rave reviews, while the 24-hour fitness center keeps your routine intact during business or leisure trips.
The price is $83
$91 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Aloft Mountain View
Dinner served, American cuisine
Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
3.0 star property
Bair Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
Situated in Redwood City, this hotel offers an outdoor pool and fitness center. The Bistro serves American cuisine, while rooms include microwaves and refrigerators. Fox Theatre and Woodside Central Shopping Center are nearby, with San Francisco Bay just a short drive away.
The price is $116
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 6 - Mar 7
Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City
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Menlo Park Inn
Menlo Park Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Menlo Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
Relax at this Menlo Park gem with free WiFi, parking, and daily continental breakfast. Just minutes from Stanford University and a short walk to Menlo Park Station for easy Bay Area exploration. San Francisco Airport is only 24 minutes away.
The price is $120
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 21 - Feb 22
Menlo Park Inn
Exterior
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Green Acres
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,332 reviews)
Stylish Art Deco motel near Stanford University and Silicon Valley offers free breakfast, WiFi, and parking. The fitness center and nearby hiking trails complement comfortable beds. San Antonio Shopping Center and Shoreline Amphitheatre are just minutes away.
The price is $114
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Property amenity
Residence Inn by Marriott Palo Alto Mountain View
Residence Inn by Marriott Palo Alto Mountain View
3.0 star property
Shoreline West
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (718 reviews)
Peaceful hotel near Stanford University and Silicon Valley landmarks with a daily free breakfast. Work out at the fitness center, enjoy quiet rooms, and explore nearby Shoreline Amphitheatre or dine at local restaurants with helpful staff to guide you.
The price is $120
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 6 - Mar 7
Residence Inn by Marriott Palo Alto Mountain View
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Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection
Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection
3.0 star property
Mountain View
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,330 reviews)
The price is $88
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Hotel Zico, BW Signature Collection
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The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
Mountain View
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,190 reviews)
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$153 total
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The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel
4.5 star property
Mountain View
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,190 reviews)
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The price is $153
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$342 total
includes taxes & fees
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Check out pet-friendly hotels in Palo Alto

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Deluxe) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Leland Hotel Palo Alto

Leland Hotel Palo Alto

Leland Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (218)
The price is $94
$109 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Leland Hotel Palo Alto
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Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
Mountain View
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1278)
The price is $149
$164 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Deluxe) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Leland Hotel Palo Alto

Leland Hotel Palo Alto

Leland Hotel Palo Alto
3.0 star property
Ventura
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (218)
The price is $94
$109 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Leland Hotel Palo Alto
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Top neighborhoods in Palo Alto

Aerial View of a University in Palo Alto, California.

University South

University South blends Stanford's academic charm with Palo Alto's leafy residential vibe. History buffs will love the Hewlett Packard Garage (literally the birthplace of Silicon Valley) while architecture fans can swoon over craftsman bungalows and Stanford's iconic sandstone buildings. Catch classic films at Stanford Theatre or browse quirky exhibits at the Museum of American Heritage before strolling University Avenue's pedestrian-friendly sections. Tree-lined streets make exploring on foot a breeze, with most attractions within walking distance. University Avenue offers everything from casual cafes to upscale California cuisine. Boutique hotels and B&Bs in historic homes provide cozy places to crash after a day of campus wandering.

Downtown, Palo Alto in Silicon Valley,, California, United States of America.

Downtown North

Downtown North offers a peaceful escape just steps from Palo Alto's buzz. Tree-lined streets showcase charming Craftsman and Victorian homes with picture-perfect gardens. Stanford Theatre adds a touch of vintage glamour to this upscale residential haven. The neighborhood puts you within easy reach of Stanford University's cultural offerings without the campus crowds. Grab a coffee at a neighborhood café or stroll to nearby downtown for more dining options. Though hotels are scarce within the neighborhood itself, upscale vacation rentals and boutique B&Bs in historic homes provide an authentic local experience. Walking and biking are ideal ways to explore these quiet, leafy streets.

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Crescent Park

Crescent Park delivers a peaceful retreat from Silicon Valley's buzz with tree-lined streets and jaw-dropping mansions. This upscale Palo Alto neighborhood lets you wander under towering oaks and peek at architectural gems around every corner. Eleanor Pardee Park provides the perfect spot for a morning stroll or afternoon picnic, while the nearby Baylands Nature Preserve offers hiking trails with incredible bird-watching. The neighborhood's purely residential nature means you'll need to head to University Avenue for dining options and shopping adventures. Getting around works best with a car, though the flat terrain and wide sidewalks make for pleasant walks. Luxury vacation rentals in historic homes offer high-end accommodation for travelers seeking a quiet, sophisticated base.

Midtown

Midtown Palo Alto offers a refreshing break from tourist hotspots with its tree-lined streets and genuine suburban charm. Stanford University sits nearby, making this residential haven perfect for academic visitors. Small neighborhood parks dot the landscape where locals walk dogs and children play on swing sets. The Palo Alto Art Center and Junior Museum and Zoo are just a short drive away. The neighborhood features casual eateries serving everything from Vietnamese pho to pizza at reasonable prices. Most spots close by 9pm, maintaining the area's peaceful vibe. While public transit is limited, bike-friendly streets connect easily to Stanford campus and flat terrain makes for pleasant walks through this authentic slice of California living.

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Old Palo Alto

Old Palo Alto lets you stroll beneath magnificent oaks while admiring early 20th-century architecture at every turn. The tree-lined streets showcase stunning Craftsman and Colonial Revival homes designed by renowned architects like Birge Clark. Take a peaceful break at Elizabeth Gamble Garden Center, a hidden gem nestled among multi-million dollar estates where tech executives call home. This exclusive neighborhood offers primarily luxury vacation rentals and occasional boutique bed-and-breakfasts in converted historic homes. You'll need to venture to nearby downtown Palo Alto for restaurants and shopping. Wide, well-maintained sidewalks make walking pleasant, though you'll want a car for exploring beyond this peaceful enclave.

Top landmarks in Palo Alto

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Stanford University

4.3/5 (3,222 reviews)
If you'd like to get a taste of Palo Alto student life, check out Stanford University in Stanford.
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Stanford Shopping Center

4.4/5 (460 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Stanford Shopping Center in Stanford. Splash some more cash at Downtown Palo Alto Farmers' Market.
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Learn more about Palo Alto

Beneath Stanford University's iconic sandstone arcades, tech history and innovation collide in surprising ways. Spot Rodin's masterpieces at the Cantor Arts Center before paying homage to the humble garage where Hewlett-Packard was born. The leafy downtown along University Avenue hums with entrepreneurs pitching ideas over artisanal coffee. Stanford Shopping Center offers retail therapy between visits to tech museums chronicling Silicon Valley's rise. For a break from digital pursuits, explore the cactus garden or climb Hoover Tower for panoramic views. The historic Stanford Theatre screens classic films in vintage splendor, while local cafes buzz with conversations that might just shape tomorrow's technology.

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Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers recommend in Palo Alto?
Clement Palo Alto – All-Inclusive Urban Resort, Dinah's Garden Hotel and el PRADO are all accommodations that are popular with guests.
Where can I find free parking at my hotel in Palo Alto?
These hotels offer the perk of free parking: Dinah's Garden Hotel and Cute and Cozy Studio in Palo Alto.
Can I book a refundable accommodation in Palo Alto?
If you're looking for the flexibility to change your travel plans to Palo Alto, most properties provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
Where can I stay in Palo Alto if I want a vacation rental instead of a hotel?
If you're looking for a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 76 vacation homes. In addition, there are 101 apartments and 5 condos.
What will the weather in Palo Alto be like during my vacation?
August and July are typically the warmest months in Palo Alto when the average temp is 69°F. January and February are the coldest months when the average temperature is 53°F. December and January are the months with the most rain.
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